Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Newington Forest, VA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Newington Forest for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Newington Forest, VA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Newington Forest are Greenspring Village in Springfield (2.7 mi), Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax in Fort Belvoir (3.1 mi), Burke Health & Rehabilitation Center in Burke (4.0 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).
Newington Forest has about 99 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Newington Forest compared with Fairfax County and Virginia
| Census figure | Newington Forest | Fairfax County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.8% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 15% | 24% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 22% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.8% | 5.2% | 8.8% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.1% | 4.8% | 6.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $120,562 | $119,967 | — |
Older residents in towns around Newington Forest
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosspointe, VA | 1.8 mi | 935 | 0 |
| Newington, VA | 2.0 mi | 1,970 | 145 |
| South Run, VA | 2.2 mi | 1,280 | 54 |
| Laurel Hill, VA | 2.3 mi | 918 | 33 |
| West Springfield, VA | 2.6 mi | 3,705 | 352 |
| Lorton, VA | 2.9 mi | 2,320 | 465 |
Nursing homes near Newington Forest
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenspring Village | Springfield, VA | 2.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 62 | (703) 923-4663 |
| Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax | Fort Belvoir, VA | 3.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 56 | (703) 799-1333 |
| Burke Health & Rehabilitation Center | Burke, VA | 4.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (703) 425-9765 |
| Westminster At Lake Ridge | Lake Ridge, VA | 4.1 mi | 5 of 5 | 60 | (703) 643-9017 |
| August Healthcare At Leewood | Annandale, VA | 5.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 157 | (703) 256-9770 |
| Belmont Bay Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Woodbridge, VA | 6.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (703) 491-6167 |
Home health agencies serving Newington Forest
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Home Healthcare, LLC | Alexandria, VA | 7.3 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 | 15 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 | 6.5 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 | 15 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 Newington Forest. 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 Newington Forest
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 13% of the $10,047 monthly median income of Newington Forest 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 Newington Forest: common questions
What nursing homes are near Newington Forest?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Greenspring Village in Springfield (2.7 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Belvoir Woods Health Care Center At The Fairfax in Fort Belvoir (3.1 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Burke Health & Rehabilitation Center in Burke (4.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Newington Forest?
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 13% of the $10,047 monthly median income of Newington Forest 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 Newington Forest
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Crosspointe, VA
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- Nursing Assistants in West Springfield, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Lorton, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Burke, VA
- Nursing Assistants in Springfield, VA
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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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