Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Fishhook, AK
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Fishhook for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Fishhook, AK: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Fishhook are Maple Springs Of Wasilla in Wasilla (10 mi), Maple Springs Of Palmer in Palmer (10 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Alaska earn a median $19.11 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Alaska's minimum wage is $14.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Fishhook has about 30 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Fishhook compared with Matanuska-Susitna Borough and Alaska
| Census figure | Fishhook | Matanuska-Susitna Borough | Alaska |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 34% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 14% | 14% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 26% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 24% | 9.4% | 8.3% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.6% | 3.8% | 9.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $68,333 | $63,354 | — |
Older residents in towns around Fishhook
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanaina, AK | 7.0 mi | 964 | 28 |
| North Lakes, AK | 7.8 mi | 1,321 | 60 |
| Farm Loop, AK | 7.9 mi | 425 | 24 |
| South Lakes, AK | 10.0 mi | 728 | 37 |
| Palmer, AK | 11 mi | 986 | 82 |
| Gateway, AK | 12 mi | 648 | 51 |
Nursing homes near Fishhook
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Springs Of Wasilla | Wasilla, AK | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | 67 | (907) 841-1217 |
| Maple Springs Of Palmer | Palmer, AK | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | 67 | (907) 802-6641 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fishhook. 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 Fishhook
At the Alaska median aide wage of $19.11 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,656 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,694 monthly median income of Fishhook households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alaska's minimum wage is $14.00 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Alaska: consumer-directed personal care.
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 Fishhook: common questions
What nursing homes are near Fishhook?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Maple Springs Of Wasilla in Wasilla (10 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Maple Springs Of Palmer in Palmer (10 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Fishhook?
At the Alaska median aide wage of $19.11 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,656 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,694 monthly median income of Fishhook households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alaska's minimum wage is $14.00 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 Fishhook
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Tanaina, AK
- Nursing Assistants in North Lakes, AK
- Nursing Assistants in Farm Loop, AK
- Nursing Assistants in South Lakes, AK
- Nursing Assistants in Palmer, AK
- Nursing Assistants in Gateway, AK
- Nursing Assistants in Wasilla, AK
- Nursing Assistants in Meadow Lakes, AK
- Nursing Assistants in Butte, AK
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Other care in Fishhook
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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