Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Druid Hills, GA
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Nursing Assistants in Druid Hills, GA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Druid Hills are Pruitthealth - Virginia Park in Atlanta (0.9 mi), Parkside At Budd Terrace Operating Company LLC in Atlanta (1.3 mi), Westminster Commons in Atlanta (2.4 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Georgia earn a median $14.07 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Georgia'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).
Druid Hills has about 161 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Druid Hills compared with DeKalb County and Georgia
| Census figure | Druid Hills | DeKalb County | Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.0% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 20% | 32% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 14% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 29% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.8% | 11% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.1% | 7.3% | 5.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $127,019 | $58,604 | — |
Older residents in towns around Druid Hills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, GA | 2.1 mi | 3,597 | 506 |
| North Druid Hills, GA | 2.4 mi | 2,208 | 659 |
| North Decatur, GA | 2.8 mi | 3,450 | 265 |
| Scottdale, GA | 3.7 mi | 1,151 | 26 |
| Avondale Estates, GA | 3.9 mi | 861 | 25 |
| Belvedere Park, GA | 4.7 mi | 1,802 | 137 |
Nursing homes near Druid Hills
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pruitthealth - Virginia Park | Atlanta, GA | 0.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 128 | (404) 875-6456 |
| Parkside At Budd Terrace Operating Company LLC | Atlanta, GA | 1.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 250 | (404) 728-6500 |
| Westminster Commons | Atlanta, GA | 2.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 90 | (404) 874-2233 |
| Crossings At East Lake Of Journey LLC, The | Decatur, GA | 2.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 103 | (404) 373-6231 |
| Decatur Center For Nursing And Healing LLC | Decatur, GA | 2.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 140 | (404) 296-5440 |
| A.G. Rhodes Home Wesley Woods | Atlanta, GA | 2.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 150 | (404) 315-0900 |
Home health agencies serving Druid Hills
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Home Health Care, An Amedisys Company | Tucker, GA | 8.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (770) 938-9611 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Atlanta, GA | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (770) 998-1393 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Atlanta Inc | Atlanta, GA | 9.8 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (404) 843-2708 |
| Central Hh Care, An Amedisys Company | Atlanta, GA | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (770) 953-8570 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Druid Hills. 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 Druid Hills
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $10,585 monthly median income of Druid Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia'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 Druid Hills: common questions
What nursing homes are near Druid Hills?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Pruitthealth - Virginia Park in Atlanta (0.9 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Parkside At Budd Terrace Operating Company LLC in Atlanta (1.3 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Westminster Commons in Atlanta (2.4 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Druid Hills?
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $10,585 monthly median income of Druid Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia'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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