Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Milwaukee, WI
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Nursing Assistants in Milwaukee, WI: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Milwaukee are Milwaukee Health And Rehab in Milwaukee (1.5 mi), Lutheran Home in Wauwatosa (2.0 mi), St. Anne's Salvatorian Campus in Milwaukee (3.4 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Wisconsin earn a median $17.47 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Milwaukee has about 7,723 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Milwaukee compared with Milwaukee County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Milwaukee | Milwaukee County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.8% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 33% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 15% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 38% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 15% | 9.1% |
| Households with no vehicle | 16% | 13% | 6.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,004 | $48,974 | — |
Older residents in towns around Milwaukee
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wauwatosa, WI | 3.5 mi | 8,626 | 1,549 |
| West Milwaukee, WI | 3.5 mi | 538 | 7 |
| Shorewood, WI | 4.5 mi | 2,376 | 147 |
| Glendale, WI | 4.8 mi | 3,793 | 396 |
| Whitefish Bay, WI | 4.8 mi | 2,107 | 60 |
| West Allis, WI | 5.0 mi | 10,331 | 1,215 |
Nursing homes near Milwaukee
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Health And Rehab | Milwaukee, WI | 1.5 mi | 4 of 5 | 95 | (414) 344-6515 |
| Lutheran Home | Wauwatosa, WI | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 160 | (414) 258-6170 |
| St. Anne's Salvatorian Campus | Milwaukee, WI | 3.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 50 | (414) 463-7570 |
| Mercy Health Services | Milwaukee, WI | 3.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 60 | (414) 383-3699 |
| Jewish Home And Care Center | Milwaukee, WI | 3.8 mi | 1 of 5 | 102 | (414) 276-2627 |
| Saint Johns On The Lake | Milwaukee, WI | 3.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 27 | (414) 272-2022 |
Home health agencies serving Milwaukee
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | West Allis, WI | 5.9 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (414) 327-4553 |
| Hannah Home Health Care | Waukesha, WI | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (262) 363-2500 |
| Aurora At Home | Milwaukee, WI | 5.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (414) 327-2295 |
| Preceptor Home Health | Germantown, WI | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (262) 293-3951 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Milwaukee. 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 Milwaukee
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,500 monthly median income of Milwaukee households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver.
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 Milwaukee: common questions
What nursing homes are near Milwaukee?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Milwaukee Health And Rehab in Milwaukee (1.5 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Lutheran Home in Wauwatosa (2.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall); St. Anne's Salvatorian Campus in Milwaukee (3.4 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Milwaukee?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,500 monthly median income of Milwaukee households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Whitefish Bay, WI
- Nursing Assistants in West Allis, WI
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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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