Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Fanwood, NJ
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Fanwood for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Fanwood, NJ: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Fanwood are Mcauley Hall Health Care Cente in Watchung (1.3 mi), Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center in Scotch Plains (2.0 mi), Aristacare At Norwood Terrace in Plainfield (2.1 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in New Jersey earn a median $17.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Fanwood has about 271 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Fanwood compared with Union County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Fanwood | Union County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.5% | 1.8% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 26% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.2% | 9.8% | 9.7% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.6% | 10% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $99,625 | $72,306 | — |
Older residents in towns around Fanwood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield, NJ | 2.3 mi | 4,629 | 389 |
| Plainfield, NJ | 2.4 mi | 5,588 | 512 |
| Watchung, NJ | 2.7 mi | 1,905 | 380 |
| Mountainside, NJ | 3.0 mi | 1,709 | 170 |
| North Plainfield, NJ | 3.2 mi | 2,129 | 198 |
| Garwood, NJ | 3.3 mi | 997 | 137 |
Nursing homes near Fanwood
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcauley Hall Health Care Cente | Watchung, NJ | 1.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 74 | (908) 754-3663 |
| Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center | Scotch Plains, NJ | 2.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 114 | (908) 889-5500 |
| Aristacare At Norwood Terrace | Plainfield, NJ | 2.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (908) 769-1400 |
| Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside | Mountainside, NJ | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 64 | (908) 233-3720 |
| Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare | Berkeley Heights, NJ | 2.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 300 | (908) 771-5700 |
| Complete Care At Woodlands | Plainfield, NJ | 2.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 120 | (908) 753-1113 |
Home health agencies serving Fanwood
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Visiting Nurse | Morristown, NJ | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 379-8400 |
| Robert Wood Johnson Visiting Nurses, Inc | North Brunswick, NJ | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 224-6991 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Cranford, NJ | 4.3 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (908) 352-5694 |
| Hackensack Meridian Jfk At Home | Iselin, NJ | 6.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 317-5777 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fanwood. 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 Fanwood
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $8,302 monthly median income of Fanwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Fanwood: common questions
What nursing homes are near Fanwood?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Mcauley Hall Health Care Cente in Watchung (1.3 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Ashbrook Care & Rehabilitation Center in Scotch Plains (2.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Aristacare At Norwood Terrace in Plainfield (2.1 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Fanwood?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $8,302 monthly median income of Fanwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Fanwood
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Westfield, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Plainfield, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Watchung, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Mountainside, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in North Plainfield, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Garwood, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in New Providence, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in South Plainfield, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Summit, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Gillette, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Colonia, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Dunellen, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Kenilworth, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Rahway, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Stirling, NJ
- Nursing Assistants in Iselin, NJ
Other care in Fanwood
- Companion Care in Fanwood
- Dementia Care in Fanwood
- Respite Care in Fanwood
- Live-In Caregivers in Fanwood
- Post-Surgery Care in Fanwood
- Senior Transportation in Fanwood
- Home Health Aides in Fanwood
- Personal Care in Fanwood
- Overnight Caregivers in Fanwood
- 24-Hour Home Care in Fanwood
- Mobility Assistance in Fanwood
- Parkinson’s Care in Fanwood
- Stroke Recovery Support in Fanwood
- Disability Care for Adults in Fanwood
- Hospice Support in Fanwood
- Senior Meal Preparation in Fanwood
- Senior Housekeeping in Fanwood
- Medication Reminders in Fanwood
- Veterans’ Home Care in Fanwood
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 Fanwood
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Fanwood can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
