Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in East Palestine, OH
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in East Palestine for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in East Palestine, OH: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to East Palestine are Covington Skilled Nursing & Rehab Center in East Palestine (1.5 mi), Parkside Health Care Center in Columbiana (7.4 mi), Beaver Valley Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Beaver Falls (8.0 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Ohio earn a median $16.57 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
East Palestine has about 343 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
East Palestine compared with Columbiana County and Ohio
| Census figure | East Palestine | Columbiana County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 7.3% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 36% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 24% | 22% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 33% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.1% | 11% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.3% | 7.6% | 7.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,388 | $43,367 | — |
Older residents in towns around East Palestine
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbiana, OH | 7.1 mi | 2,187 | 447 |
| Calcutta, OH | 10 mi | 1,458 | 109 |
| Ohioville, PA | 11 mi | 698 | 84 |
| Lisbon, OH | 12 mi | 590 | 78 |
| Beaver Falls, PA | 13 mi | 1,420 | 203 |
| Ellwood City, PA | 14 mi | 1,678 | 117 |
Nursing homes near East Palestine
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covington Skilled Nursing & Rehab Center | East Palestine, OH | 1.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 65 | (330) 426-2920 |
| Parkside Health Care Center | Columbiana, OH | 7.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 75 | (330) 482-5547 |
| Beaver Valley Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Beaver Falls, PA | 8.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (724) 846-8200 |
| Masternick Memorial Health Care Center | New Middletown, OH | 8.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 99 | (330) 542-9542 |
| St Mary's Alzheimer's Center | Columbiana, OH | 9.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 90 | (330) 549-9259 |
| Hampton Woods Nursing Center, Inc | Poland, OH | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | 70 | (330) 707-1300 |
Home health agencies serving East Palestine
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health Home Care By Compassus | Girard, OH | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 480-3776 |
| Tlc Home Healthcare LLC | Warren, OH | 29 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 647-6199 |
| Alpine Care Home Health | Youngstown, OH | 14 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (216) 731-2980 |
| Ohio Living Home Health Greater Youngstown | Canfield, OH | 17 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 533-4350 |
Straight-line miles from the center of East Palestine. 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 East Palestine
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $4,032 monthly median income of East Palestine households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 East Palestine: common questions
What nursing homes are near East Palestine?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Covington Skilled Nursing & Rehab Center in East Palestine (1.5 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Parkside Health Care Center in Columbiana (7.4 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Beaver Valley Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Beaver Falls (8.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in East Palestine?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $4,032 monthly median income of East Palestine households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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.
More senior care near East Palestine
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Columbiana, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Calcutta, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Ohioville, PA
- Nursing Assistants in Lisbon, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Beaver Falls, PA
- Nursing Assistants in Ellwood City, PA
- Nursing Assistants in East Liverpool, OH
- Nursing Assistants in New Brighton, PA
- Nursing Assistants in Struthers, OH
- Nursing Assistants in New Castle, PA
- Nursing Assistants in Beaver, PA
- Nursing Assistants in Salem, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Campbell, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Rochester, PA
- Nursing Assistants in Wellsville, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Canfield, OH
Other care in East Palestine
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.
Find CNAs in East Palestine
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near East Palestine can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
