Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Afton, WY
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Nursing Assistants in Afton, WY: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Afton are Star Valley Care Center in Afton (0.7 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Wyoming earn a median $15.96 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Wyoming's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
Afton has about 95 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Afton compared with Lincoln County and Wyoming
| Census figure | Afton | Lincoln County | Wyoming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.3% | 2.0% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 34% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 30% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.4% | 8.2% | 8.2% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.9% | 3.5% | 4.1% |
Older residents in towns around Afton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montpelier, ID | 33 mi | 555 | 72 |
| Soda Springs, ID | 34 mi | 562 | 62 |
| Jackson, WY | 52 mi | 967 | 23 |
| Victor, ID | 61 mi | 178 | 7 |
| Preston, ID | 65 mi | 939 | 172 |
| Kemmerer, WY | 68 mi | 682 | 26 |
Nursing homes near Afton
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Valley Care Center | Afton, WY | 0.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 24 | (307) 885-5900 |
Home health agencies serving Afton
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Symbii Home Health | Afton, WY | 1.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (307) 885-7583 |
| Premier Home Health Inc | Thayne, WY | 15 mi | 1.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (307) 883-5500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Afton. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a nursing assistant can help with
- Bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
- Safe transfers, repositioning and walking
- Help with eating and fluids
- Taking and noting vital signs if asked
What CNAs costs in Afton
At the Wyoming median aide wage of $15.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,383 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wyoming's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a nursing assistant
To be certified, a nurse aide completes a state-approved training program of at least 75 hours, including 16 hours of supervised practical training, and passes a competency exam (42 CFR 483.152). The state then lists them on its nurse aide registry, which you can search online in most states.
Questions worth asking: Which state certified you, and is it current? Where have you worked as a CNA? Are you comfortable with lifts, catheters and incontinence care? More in our nursing assistants guide.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Nursing Assistants in Afton: common questions
What nursing homes are near Afton?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Star Valley Care Center in Afton (0.7 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Afton?
At the Wyoming median aide wage of $15.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,383 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wyoming's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
Can a CNA give medication?
Generally no. A CNA can remind someone to take medication. Giving medication is usually reserved for licensed nurses, or for aides with a separate state medication certification.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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