Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Ferndale, WA
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Nursing Assistants in Ferndale, WA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Ferndale are North Cascades Health And Rehabilitation in Bellingham (5.0 mi), Alderwood Park Health And Rehab Of Cascadia in Bellingham (6.5 mi), Avalon Healthcare Bellingham in Bellingham (7.8 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Washington earn a median $22.95 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Ferndale has about 268 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Ferndale compared with Whatcom County and Washington
| Census figure | Ferndale | Whatcom County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 30% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 29% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.3% | 8.5% | 8.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.1% | 6.4% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $63,186 | $63,400 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ferndale
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marietta-Alderwood, WA | 4.8 mi | 836 | 41 |
| Birch Bay, WA | 8.5 mi | 2,626 | 198 |
| Bellingham, WA | 8.8 mi | 15,407 | 1,758 |
| Lynden, WA | 9.1 mi | 2,947 | 504 |
| Everson, WA | 11 mi | 447 | 5 |
| Blaine, WA | 12 mi | 1,599 | 85 |
Nursing homes near Ferndale
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Cascades Health And Rehabilitation | Bellingham, WA | 5.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 122 | (360) 398-1966 |
| Alderwood Park Health And Rehab Of Cascadia | Bellingham, WA | 6.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 102 | (360) 733-2322 |
| Avalon Healthcare Bellingham | Bellingham, WA | 7.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 105 | (360) 734-6760 |
| Rock Hill Health & Rehabilitation | Bellingham, WA | 9.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 52 | (360) 733-9161 |
| Christian Health Care Center | Lynden, WA | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | 122 | (360) 354-4434 |
| MT Baker Care Center | Bellingham, WA | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | 70 | (360) 734-4181 |
Home health agencies serving Ferndale
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Home Health | Everett, WA | 69 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 299-1302 |
| Eden Home Health | Bellingham, WA | 7.7 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 734-5410 |
| Signature Healthcare At Home | Bellingham, WA | 7.7 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (866) 390-3869 |
| Peacehealth Home Health Of Whatcom County | Bellingham, WA | 8.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 788-8143 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ferndale. 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 Ferndale
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $5,266 monthly median income of Ferndale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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 Ferndale: common questions
What nursing homes are near Ferndale?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are North Cascades Health And Rehabilitation in Bellingham (5.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Alderwood Park Health And Rehab Of Cascadia in Bellingham (6.5 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Avalon Healthcare Bellingham in Bellingham (7.8 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Ferndale?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $5,266 monthly median income of Ferndale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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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Other care in Ferndale
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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