Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Clifton Forge, VA
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Nursing Assistants in Clifton Forge, VA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Clifton Forge are The Woodlands Health And Rehab Center in Clifton Forge (0.7 mi), Alleghany Health And Rehab in Clifton Forge (1.1 mi), Brian Center Of Alleghany in Low Moor (4.0 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Virginia earn a median $14.57 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Clifton Forge has about 130 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Clifton Forge compared with Alleghany County and Virginia
| Census figure | Clifton Forge | Alleghany County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 26% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 53% | 36% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 24% | 20% | 8.8% |
| Households with no vehicle | 17% | 6.0% | 6.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $25,945 | $32,401 | — |
Older residents in towns around Clifton Forge
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covington, VA | 9.2 mi | 1,125 | 82 |
| Lexington, VA | 21 mi | 1,273 | 79 |
| White Sulphur Springs, WV | 26 mi | 609 | 24 |
| Buena Vista, VA | 26 mi | 1,240 | 164 |
| Daleville, VA | 29 mi | 1,221 | 348 |
| Blue Ridge, VA | 31 mi | 516 | 90 |
Nursing homes near Clifton Forge
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Health And Rehab Center | Clifton Forge, VA | 0.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (540) 863-4096 |
| Alleghany Health And Rehab | Clifton Forge, VA | 1.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 105 | (540) 862-5791 |
| Brian Center Of Alleghany | Low Moor, VA | 4.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 89 | (540) 862-3610 |
| The Springs Nursing & Rehab Center | Hot Springs, VA | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (540) 839-2299 |
| Kendal At Lexington | Lexington, VA | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (540) 463-1910 |
| Brian Center Of Fincastle | Fincastle, VA | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | 60 | (540) 473-2288 |
Home health agencies serving Clifton Forge
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carilion Home Care Services - Roanoke | Roanoke, VA | 39 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 633-9314 |
| Welcome Homecare | Richmond, VA | 129 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 745-0054 |
| Nayar Health Care Bedford LLC | Bedford, VA | 39 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, home health aides | (804) 330-5433 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Clifton Forge. 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 Clifton Forge
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 58% of the $2,162 monthly median income of Clifton Forge households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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.
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Nursing Assistants in Clifton Forge: common questions
What nursing homes are near Clifton Forge?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are The Woodlands Health And Rehab Center in Clifton Forge (0.7 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Alleghany Health And Rehab in Clifton Forge (1.1 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Brian Center Of Alleghany in Low Moor (4.0 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Clifton Forge?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 58% of the $2,162 monthly median income of Clifton Forge households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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