Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Oconto, WI
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Nursing Assistants in Oconto, WI: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Oconto are Oconto Health And Rehab Center in Oconto (0.6 mi), Rennes Health And Rehab Center-West in Peshtigo (13 mi), Rennes Health And Rehab Center-East in Peshtigo (14 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).
Oconto has about 51 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Oconto compared with Oconto County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Oconto | Oconto County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 2.0% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 29% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 27% | 23% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 24% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 9.5% | 9.1% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.7% | 3.4% | 6.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,474 | $52,783 | — |
Older residents in towns around Oconto
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peshtigo, WI | 13 mi | 704 | 205 |
| Oconto Falls, WI | 13 mi | 587 | 86 |
| Marinette, WI | 18 mi | 2,192 | 436 |
| Menominee, MI | 20 mi | 1,979 | 294 |
| Suamico, WI | 20 mi | 2,050 | 142 |
| Pulaski, WI | 24 mi | 443 | 57 |
Nursing homes near Oconto
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oconto Health And Rehab Center | Oconto, WI | 0.6 mi | 2 of 5 | 50 | (920) 834-4575 |
| Rennes Health And Rehab Center-West | Peshtigo, WI | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | 90 | (715) 582-3906 |
| Rennes Health And Rehab Center-East | Peshtigo, WI | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | 50 | (715) 582-3962 |
| Meadowbrook At Oconto Falls | Oconto Falls, WI | 14 mi | 2 of 5 | 99 | (920) 848-3272 |
| Luther Home | Marinette, WI | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | 80 | (715) 732-0155 |
| Menominee Health Services | Menominee, MI | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | 39 | (906) 863-9941 |
Home health agencies serving Oconto
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora At Home | Green Bay, WI | 28 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 288-5100 |
| Bellin Home Health Agency | Green Bay, WI | 29 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 432-5434 |
| Prn Home Health And Therapy, LLC | Appleton, WI | 51 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (920) 830-9911 |
| Interim Healthcare Of NE WI Inc. | Green Bay, WI | 26 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (920) 494-9444 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Oconto. 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 Oconto
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 44% of the $3,456 monthly median income of Oconto 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 Oconto: common questions
What nursing homes are near Oconto?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Oconto Health And Rehab Center in Oconto (0.6 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Rennes Health And Rehab Center-West in Peshtigo (13 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Rennes Health And Rehab Center-East in Peshtigo (14 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Oconto?
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 44% of the $3,456 monthly median income of Oconto 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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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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