Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Kenova, WV
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Nursing Assistants in Kenova, WV: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Kenova are Riverview Post Acute in South Point (2.8 mi), Woodland Oaks in Ashland (5.8 mi), Madison Park Healthcare in Huntington (6.3 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in West Virginia earn a median $13.47 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Kenova has about 53 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Kenova compared with Wayne County and West Virginia
| Census figure | Kenova | Wayne County | West Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 57% | 46% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 26% | 22% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 12% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.6% | 9.0% | 8.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $36,968 | $46,152 | — |
Older residents in towns around Kenova
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Point, OH | 1.4 mi | 673 | 93 |
| Burlington, OH | 3.1 mi | 716 | 52 |
| Ashland, KY | 5.2 mi | 4,099 | 479 |
| Westwood, KY | 7.5 mi | 990 | 52 |
| Huntington, WV | 8.0 mi | 8,425 | 1,022 |
| Russell, KY | 9.8 mi | 684 | 97 |
Nursing homes near Kenova
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Post Acute | South Point, OH | 2.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (740) 894-3287 |
| Woodland Oaks | Ashland, KY | 5.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 110 | (606) 325-5200 |
| Madison Park Healthcare | Huntington, WV | 6.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 41 | (304) 522-0032 |
| Kingsbrook Lifecare Center | Ashland, KY | 7.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 137 | (606) 324-1414 |
| Heritage Center | Huntington, WV | 7.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 160 | (304) 525-7622 |
| Harbor Healthcare Of Ironton | Ironton, OH | 8.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 125 | (740) 532-6096 |
Home health agencies serving Kenova
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Ona, WV | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 733-9430 |
| St Mary's Home Health Service | Huntington, WV | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 733-5010 |
| Stonerise Home Health | Barboursville, WV | 16 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 733-1626 |
| Personal Touch Home Care Of W. Va, Inc. | Hurricane, WV | 32 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 202-3864 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Kenova. 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 Kenova
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,081 monthly median income of Kenova households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 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 West Virginia: ADW and Personal Options.
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 Kenova: common questions
What nursing homes are near Kenova?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Riverview Post Acute in South Point (2.8 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Woodland Oaks in Ashland (5.8 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Madison Park Healthcare in Huntington (6.3 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Kenova?
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,081 monthly median income of Kenova households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 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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- Nursing Assistants in Westwood, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Huntington, WV
- Nursing Assistants in Russell, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Ironton, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Flatwoods, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Pea Ridge, WV
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Other care in Kenova
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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