Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Lorton, VA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Lorton for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Lorton, VA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Lorton are Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax in Fort Belvoir (1.6 mi), Westminster At Lake Ridge in Lake Ridge (3.3 mi), Belmont Bay Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Woodbridge (4.5 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Virginia earn a median $14.57 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Lorton has about 465 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Lorton compared with Fairfax County and Virginia
| Census figure | Lorton | Fairfax County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 24% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 22% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.5% | 5.2% | 8.8% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.0% | 4.8% | 6.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $124,907 | $119,967 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lorton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Hill, VA | 1.5 mi | 918 | 33 |
| Newington, VA | 2.6 mi | 1,970 | 145 |
| Newington Forest, VA | 2.9 mi | 1,737 | 99 |
| Crosspointe, VA | 3.1 mi | 935 | 0 |
| Fort Belvoir, VA | 4.0 mi | 9 | 0 |
| Woodbridge, VA | 4.5 mi | 4,172 | 339 |
Nursing homes near Lorton
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax | Fort Belvoir, VA | 1.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 56 | (703) 799-1333 |
| Westminster At Lake Ridge | Lake Ridge, VA | 3.3 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (703) 643-9017 |
| Belmont Bay Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Woodbridge, VA | 4.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (703) 491-6167 |
| Greenspring Village | Springfield, VA | 4.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 62 | (703) 923-4663 |
| Burke Health & Rehabilitation Center | Burke, VA | 6.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (703) 425-9765 |
| Mount Vernon Healthcare Center | Alexandria, VA | 7.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 130 | (703) 360-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Lorton
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Home Healthcare, LLC | Alexandria, VA | 9.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 266-0738 |
| Five Star Home Health Care | Chantilly, VA | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (703) 661-4555 |
| Revival Homecare Agency | Annandale, VA | 9.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (703) 341-6670 |
| Pathwell Home Health & Hospice | Reston, VA | 18 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 450-8680 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lorton. 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 Lorton
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $10,409 monthly median income of Lorton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Lorton: common questions
What nursing homes are near Lorton?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax in Fort Belvoir (1.6 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Westminster At Lake Ridge in Lake Ridge (3.3 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Belmont Bay Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Woodbridge (4.5 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Lorton?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $10,409 monthly median income of Lorton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Lorton
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Laurel Hill, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Newington, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Newington Forest, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Crosspointe, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Fort Belvoir, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Woodbridge, VA
- Nursing Assistants in South Run, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Lake Ridge, VA
- Nursing Assistants in West Springfield, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Potomac Mills, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Franconia, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Hayfield, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Kingstowne, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Woodlawn, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Springfield, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Burke, VA
Other care in Lorton
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 Lorton
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Lorton can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
