Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Ontario, CA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Ontario for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Ontario, CA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Ontario are Ontario Healthcare Center in Ontario (2.6 mi), Las Colinas Post Acute in Ontario (3.7 mi), Inland Christian Home in Ontario (3.8 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in California earn a median $16.50 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). That May 2025 figure is below today's $16.90 California minimum wage, so current pay starts at least there. California's minimum wage is $16.90 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Ontario has about 1,697 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Ontario compared with San Bernardino County and California
| Census figure | Ontario | San Bernardino County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 37% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 10% | 13% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 20% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 13% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.0% | 4.6% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $69,245 | $61,795 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ontario
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chino, CA | 5.1 mi | 11,291 | 657 |
| Eastvale, CA | 5.3 mi | 6,780 | 507 |
| Montclair, CA | 5.8 mi | 4,569 | 532 |
| Upland, CA | 6.3 mi | 12,342 | 1,435 |
| Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 6.8 mi | 25,493 | 2,728 |
| Jurupa Valley, CA | 8.2 mi | 13,168 | 1,398 |
Nursing homes near Ontario
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Healthcare Center | Ontario, CA | 2.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 59 | (909) 984-6713 |
| Las Colinas Post Acute | Ontario, CA | 3.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 216 | (909) 984-8629 |
| Inland Christian Home | Ontario, CA | 3.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 59 | (909) 983-2315 |
| Ontario Grove Healthcare & Wellness Centre, LP | Ontario, CA | 3.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 59 | (909) 985-2731 |
| Upland Rehabilitation And Care Center | Upland, CA | 4.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 206 | (909) 985-1903 |
| Heritage Park Nursing Center | Upland, CA | 4.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 70 | (909) 949-4887 |
Home health agencies serving Ontario
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excellence Home Health Care Agency Inc | Chino, CA | 4.9 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (909) 591-1731 |
| Suncrest Home Health Services Inc | Chino, CA | 4.9 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (909) 399-1122 |
| Inland Wellness Health Care Inc | Upland, CA | 6.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (909) 579-0077 |
| Advantage Health Systems | Riverside, CA | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (951) 686-0003 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ontario. 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 Ontario
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,770 monthly median income of Ontario households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Ontario: common questions
What nursing homes are near Ontario?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Ontario Healthcare Center in Ontario (2.6 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Las Colinas Post Acute in Ontario (3.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Inland Christian Home in Ontario (3.8 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Ontario?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,770 monthly median income of Ontario households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 Ontario
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Chino, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Eastvale, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Montclair, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Upland, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Jurupa Valley, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Norco, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Claremont, CA
- Nursing Assistants in San Antonio Heights, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Pomona, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Fontana, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Chino Hills, CA
- Nursing Assistants in La Verne, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Coronita, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Bloomington, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Home Gardens, CA
Other care in Ontario
- Companion Care in Ontario
- Dementia Care in Ontario
- Respite Care in Ontario
- Live-In Caregivers in Ontario
- Post-Surgery Care in Ontario
- Senior Transportation in Ontario
- Home Health Aides in Ontario
- Personal Care in Ontario
- Overnight Caregivers in Ontario
- 24-Hour Home Care in Ontario
- Mobility Assistance in Ontario
- Parkinson’s Care in Ontario
- Stroke Recovery Support in Ontario
- Disability Care for Adults in Ontario
- Hospice Support in Ontario
- Senior Meal Preparation in Ontario
- Senior Housekeeping in Ontario
- Medication Reminders in Ontario
- Veterans’ Home Care in Ontario
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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