Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Lakewood, WA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Lakewood for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Lakewood, WA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Lakewood are The Oaks At Lakewood in Tacoma (1.5 mi), Agility Health And Rehabilitation in University Place (3.0 mi), Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation in Tacoma (3.2 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).
Lakewood has about 1,405 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Lakewood compared with Pierce County and Washington
| Census figure | Lakewood | Pierce County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 36% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 25% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 8.8% | 8.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.8% | 5.4% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,189 | $70,061 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lakewood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| McChord AFB, WA | 2.8 mi | 0 | 0 |
| Steilacoom, WA | 3.0 mi | 1,270 | 107 |
| University Place, WA | 3.7 mi | 6,796 | 720 |
| North Fort Lewis, WA | 4.3 mi | 0 | 0 |
| Parkland, WA | 4.5 mi | 5,650 | 511 |
| Fircrest, WA | 4.6 mi | 1,314 | 206 |
Nursing homes near Lakewood
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks At Lakewood | Tacoma, WA | 1.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 80 | (253) 581-9002 |
| Agility Health And Rehabilitation | University Place, WA | 3.0 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (253) 566-7166 |
| Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation | Tacoma, WA | 3.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 124 | (253) 474-8421 |
| Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center | Tacoma, WA | 3.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 147 | (253) 475-4611 |
| Alaska Gardens Health And Rehabilitation | Tacoma, WA | 4.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 123 | (253) 476-5300 |
| Tacoma Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Tacoma, WA | 4.2 mi | 5 of 5 | 150 | (253) 581-2514 |
Home health agencies serving Lakewood
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Tacoma, WA | 3.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (253) 475-6862 |
| Eden Home Health | Tukwila, WA | 39 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 717-8161 |
| Signature Healthcare At Home | Federal Way, WA | 15 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (253) 661-5166 |
| Chi Franciscan Health At Home | University Place, WA | 4.4 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (253) 543-7026 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lakewood. 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 Lakewood
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 40% of the $4,932 monthly median income of Lakewood 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 Lakewood: common questions
What nursing homes are near Lakewood?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are The Oaks At Lakewood in Tacoma (1.5 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Agility Health And Rehabilitation in University Place (3.0 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation in Tacoma (3.2 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Lakewood?
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 40% of the $4,932 monthly median income of Lakewood 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.
More senior care near Lakewood
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in McChord AFB, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Steilacoom, WA
- Nursing Assistants in University Place, WA
- Nursing Assistants in North Fort Lewis, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Parkland, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Fircrest, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Fort Lewis, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Midland, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Spanaway, WA
- Nursing Assistants in DuPont, WA
- Nursing Assistants in Tacoma, WA
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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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