Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Charles Town, WV
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Nursing Assistants in Charles Town, WV: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Charles Town are Willow Tree Healthcare Center in Charles Town (1.9 mi), Shenandoah Center in Charles Town (2.7 mi), Rose Hill Health And Rehab in Berryville (9.5 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in West Virginia earn a median $13.47 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Charles Town has about 47 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Charles Town compared with Jefferson County and West Virginia
| Census figure | Charles Town | Jefferson County | West Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.6% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 29% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.4% | 9.4% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.5% | 5.9% | 8.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $74,740 | $72,704 | — |
Older residents in towns around Charles Town
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranson, WV | 3.2 mi | 908 | 127 |
| Shannondale, WV | 5.2 mi | 543 | 90 |
| Berryville, VA | 9.6 mi | 1,053 | 101 |
| Inwood, WV | 11 mi | 529 | 99 |
| Purcellville, VA | 13 mi | 876 | 92 |
| Lovettsville, VA | 13 mi | 253 | 35 |
Nursing homes near Charles Town
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Tree Healthcare Center | Charles Town, WV | 1.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 104 | (304) 725-6575 |
| Shenandoah Center | Charles Town, WV | 2.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 78 | (304) 724-1101 |
| Rose Hill Health And Rehab | Berryville, VA | 9.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (540) 955-9995 |
| Care Haven Center | Martinsburg, WV | 12 mi | 5 of 5 | 68 | (304) 263-0933 |
| Canterbury Center | Shepherdstown, WV | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | 62 | (304) 876-9422 |
| Martinsburg Healthcare Center | Martinsburg, WV | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (304) 263-8921 |
Home health agencies serving Charles Town
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panhandle Home Health, Inc. | Martinsburg, WV | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 263-5680 |
| Valley Health Home Health/West Virginia | Romney, WV | 47 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (866) 797-3787 |
| West Virginia Home Health LLC | Martinsburg, WV | 14 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (304) 260-0147 |
| Valley Health Home Health | Winchester, VA | 17 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 536-5200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Charles Town. 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 Charles Town
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $6,228 monthly median income of Charles Town households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in West Virginia: ADW and Personal Options.
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 Charles Town: common questions
What nursing homes are near Charles Town?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Willow Tree Healthcare Center in Charles Town (1.9 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Shenandoah Center in Charles Town (2.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Rose Hill Health And Rehab in Berryville (9.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Charles Town?
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $6,228 monthly median income of Charles Town households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 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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Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
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- Nursing Assistants in Shannondale, WV
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- Nursing Assistants in Lovettsville, VA
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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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