Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Chain Lake, WA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Chain Lake for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Chain Lake, WA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Chain Lake are Regency Care Center At Monroe in Monroe (3.6 mi), Snohomish Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia in Snohomish (5.0 mi), Bethany At Silver Lake in Everett (9.9 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Washington earn a median $22.95 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Chain Lake has about 35 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Chain Lake compared with Snohomish County and Washington
| Census figure | Chain Lake | Snohomish County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 12% | 26% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.8% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.6% | 4.7% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $126,719 | $69,352 | — |
Older residents in towns around Chain Lake
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe, WA | 2.9 mi | 2,069 | 100 |
| Three Lakes, WA | 3.7 mi | 628 | 6 |
| Woods Creek, WA | 4.3 mi | 881 | 52 |
| Snohomish, WA | 5.2 mi | 2,054 | 242 |
| Bunk Foss, WA | 6.4 mi | 591 | 54 |
| Fobes Hill, WA | 7.3 mi | 420 | 20 |
Nursing homes near Chain Lake
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Care Center At Monroe | Monroe, WA | 3.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 92 | (360) 794-4011 |
| Snohomish Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia | Snohomish, WA | 5.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 91 | (360) 568-3161 |
| Bethany At Silver Lake | Everett, WA | 9.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 151 | (425) 338-3000 |
| Madison Post Acute | Everett, WA | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | 59 | (425) 353-4040 |
| Bethany At Pacific | Everett, WA | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | 80 | (425) 259-5508 |
| View Ridge Care Center | Everett, WA | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | 70 | (425) 258-4474 |
Home health agencies serving Chain Lake
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Home Health | Everett, WA | 9.8 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 299-1302 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Everett, WA | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, home health aides | (425) 745-4345 |
| Evergreenhealth Home Care Services | Kirkland, WA | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (425) 899-3300 |
| Eden Home Health | Bellingham, WA | 65 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 734-5410 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Chain Lake. 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 Chain Lake
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $10,560 monthly median income of Chain Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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 Chain Lake: common questions
What nursing homes are near Chain Lake?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Regency Care Center At Monroe in Monroe (3.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Snohomish Health And Rehabilitation Of Cascadia in Snohomish (5.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Bethany At Silver Lake in Everett (9.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Chain Lake?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $10,560 monthly median income of Chain Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
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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