Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Madison, GA
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Nursing Assistants in Madison, GA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Madison are Madison Health And Rehab in Madison (0.4 mi), Social Circle Nsg & Rehab Ctr in Social Circle (15 mi), High Shoals Health And Rehabilitation in Bishop (18 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Georgia earn a median $14.07 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
Madison has about 186 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Madison compared with Morgan County and Georgia
| Census figure | Madison | Morgan County | Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 2.6% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 34% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 21% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 22% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.3% | 4.2% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.6% | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $61,830 | $61,200 | — |
Older residents in towns around Madison
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Circle, GA | 14 mi | 782 | 111 |
| Greensboro, GA | 17 mi | 871 | 121 |
| Eatonton, GA | 18 mi | 1,193 | 176 |
| Watkinsville, GA | 20 mi | 415 | 94 |
| Monroe, GA | 21 mi | 1,956 | 317 |
| Covington, GA | 21 mi | 2,446 | 353 |
Nursing homes near Madison
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Health And Rehab | Madison, GA | 0.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 67 | (706) 342-3200 |
| Social Circle Nsg & Rehab Ctr | Social Circle, GA | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | 65 | (770) 464-2019 |
| High Shoals Health And Rehabilitation | Bishop, GA | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | 100 | (706) 769-7738 |
| Eatonton Health And Rehabilitation | Eatonton, GA | 19 mi | 3 of 5 | 104 | (706) 485-8573 |
| Park Place Nursing Facility | Monroe, GA | 20 mi | 2 of 5 | 175 | (770) 267-8677 |
| Retreat, The | Monticello, GA | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | 55 | (706) 468-8826 |
Home health agencies serving Madison
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardian Home Care Of Central Georgia | Watkinsville, GA | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (706) 354-6073 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Covington | Covington, GA | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (770) 787-1796 |
| St. Mary's Home Health Care Services | Watkinsville, GA | 19 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (706) 389-2273 |
| Piedmont Home Health | Athens, GA | 26 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (833) 719-1991 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Madison. 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 Madison
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,153 monthly median income of Madison households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Madison: common questions
What nursing homes are near Madison?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Madison Health And Rehab in Madison (0.4 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Social Circle Nsg & Rehab Ctr in Social Circle (15 mi, 3 of 5 overall); High Shoals Health And Rehabilitation in Bishop (18 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Madison?
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,153 monthly median income of Madison households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Social Circle, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Greensboro, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Eatonton, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Watkinsville, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Monroe, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Covington, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Monticello, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Athens, GA
- Nursing Assistants in Statham, GA
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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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