Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Battle Creek, MI
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Battle Creek for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Battle Creek, MI: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Battle Creek are Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center in Battle Creek (2.3 mi), The Laurels Of Bedford in Battle Creek (3.5 mi), Majestic Care Of Battle Creek in Battle Creek (3.7 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Michigan earn a median $16.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
Battle Creek has about 737 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Battle Creek compared with Calhoun County and Michigan
| Census figure | Battle Creek | Calhoun County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 32% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 29% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 11% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $39,352 | $49,338 | — |
Older residents in towns around Battle Creek
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, MI | 1.7 mi | 617 | 172 |
| Level Park-Oak Park, MI | 5.4 mi | 738 | 140 |
| Marshall, MI | 14 mi | 1,609 | 151 |
| Comstock Northwest, MI | 15 mi | 1,228 | 127 |
| Eastwood, MI | 16 mi | 909 | 119 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 18 mi | 8,027 | 1,058 |
Nursing homes near Battle Creek
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center | Battle Creek, MI | 2.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 91 | (269) 969-6110 |
| The Laurels Of Bedford | Battle Creek, MI | 3.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 123 | (269) 968-2296 |
| Majestic Care Of Battle Creek | Battle Creek, MI | 3.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 65 | (269) 965-3327 |
| The Oaks At Battle Creek | Battle Creek, MI | 3.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 77 | (269) 964-4655 |
| Pinnacle Care Of Battle Creek | Battle Creek, MI | 4.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 82 | (269) 969-6244 |
| Calhoun County Medical Care Facility | Battle Creek, MI | 5.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (269) 962-5458 |
Home health agencies serving Battle Creek
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Portage, MI | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (269) 381-5620 |
| Elara Caring | Jackson, MI | 43 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (517) 780-9500 |
| Pure Home Health Care | Grand Rapids, MI | 46 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (877) 234-6188 |
| Elara Caring | Mentor, OH | 204 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 864-5714 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Battle Creek. 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 Battle Creek
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 44% of the $3,279 monthly median income of Battle Creek households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Battle Creek: common questions
What nursing homes are near Battle Creek?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Evergreen Manor Senior Care Center in Battle Creek (2.3 mi, 4 of 5 overall); The Laurels Of Bedford in Battle Creek (3.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Majestic Care Of Battle Creek in Battle Creek (3.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Battle Creek?
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 44% of the $3,279 monthly median income of Battle Creek households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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.
More senior care near Battle Creek
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Springfield, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Level Park-Oak Park, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Marshall, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Comstock Northwest, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Eastwood, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Kalamazoo, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Portage, MI
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- Nursing Assistants in Westwood, MI
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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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