Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Norfolk, VA
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Nursing Assistants in Norfolk, VA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Norfolk are Norview Heights Rehabilitation And Nursing in Norfolk (2.3 mi), Ghent Health And Rehabilitation in Norfolk (3.6 mi), Lake Taylor Hosp in Norfolk (4.3 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).
Norfolk has about 2,704 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Norfolk compared with Virginia
| Census figure | Norfolk | Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 27% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 8.8% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 6.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,765 | — |
Older residents in towns around Norfolk
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth, VA | 7.6 mi | 15,037 | 1,540 |
| Hampton, VA | 9.1 mi | 22,962 | 2,048 |
| Poquoson, VA | 15 mi | 2,474 | 337 |
| Carrollton, VA | 15 mi | 983 | 22 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 15 mi | 72,515 | 7,392 |
| Bethel Manor, VA | 16 mi | 5 | 0 |
Nursing homes near Norfolk
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norview Heights Rehabilitation And Nursing | Norfolk, VA | 2.3 mi | 2 of 5 | 60 | (757) 853-6281 |
| Ghent Health And Rehabilitation | Norfolk, VA | 3.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 222 | (757) 625-5363 |
| Lake Taylor Hosp | Norfolk, VA | 4.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 192 | (757) 461-5001 |
| Norfolk Health Care Center | Norfolk, VA | 4.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 180 | (757) 626-1642 |
| Signature Healthcare Of Norfolk | Norfolk, VA | 5.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 169 | (757) 623-5602 |
| Autumn Care Of Norfolk | Norfolk, VA | 5.2 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (757) 857-0481 |
Home health agencies serving Norfolk
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fni Healthcare, Inc | Virginia Beach, VA | 7.7 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 271-3861 |
| Centerwell Home Health (Va Beach) | Virginia Beach, VA | 7.7 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 499-2303 |
| @Heart Homecare | Virginia Beach, VA | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 961-4077 |
| Commonwealth Home Care | Portsmouth, VA | 7.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 937-8600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Norfolk. 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 Norfolk
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 28% of the $4,480 monthly median income of Norfolk 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 Norfolk: common questions
What nursing homes are near Norfolk?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Norview Heights Rehabilitation And Nursing in Norfolk (2.3 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Ghent Health And Rehabilitation in Norfolk (3.6 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Lake Taylor Hosp in Norfolk (4.3 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Norfolk?
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 28% of the $4,480 monthly median income of Norfolk 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 Norfolk
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
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- Nursing Assistants in Bethel Manor, 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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