Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Sarasota, FL
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Nursing Assistants in Sarasota, FL: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Sarasota are Inn At Sarasota Bay Club in Sarasota (0.8 mi), Pines Of Sarasota in Sarasota (0.9 mi), Indian Beach Nursing And Rehab Center in Sarasota (1.2 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Florida earn a median $16.25 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Sarasota has about 2,843 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Sarasota compared with Sarasota County and Florida
| Census figure | Sarasota | Sarasota County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 5.0% | 5.1% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 27% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 29% | 38% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 24% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 7.7% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.7% | 4.1% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $71,730 | $71,458 | — |
Older residents in towns around Sarasota
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Sarasota, FL | 1.8 mi | 323 | 56 |
| Southgate, FL | 3.0 mi | 1,616 | 277 |
| Kensington Park, FL | 3.2 mi | 650 | 98 |
| South Sarasota, FL | 3.6 mi | 1,803 | 239 |
| Ridge Wood Heights, FL | 4.1 mi | 1,087 | 99 |
| Siesta Key, FL | 4.4 mi | 2,959 | 344 |
Nursing homes near Sarasota
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inn At Sarasota Bay Club | Sarasota, FL | 0.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 44 | (941) 953-6949 |
| Pines Of Sarasota | Sarasota, FL | 0.9 mi | 5 of 5 | 171 | (941) 365-0250 |
| Indian Beach Nursing And Rehab Center | Sarasota, FL | 1.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 101 | (941) 955-4915 |
| Sarasota Health And Rehabilitation Center | Sarasota, FL | 1.6 mi | 1 of 5 | 144 | (941) 365-2422 |
| Sarasota Point Rehabilitation Center | Sarasota, FL | 1.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (941) 952-9070 |
| Plymouth Harbor Incorporated | Sarasota, FL | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 56 | (941) 365-2600 |
Home health agencies serving Sarasota
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Sarasota, FL | 4.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (772) 286-1844 |
| Sarasota Home Health Care Agency LLC | Sarasota, FL | 4.8 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (941) 306-4347 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Bradenton, FL | 8.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (941) 749-2990 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Sarasota, FL | 4.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (941) 955-4600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Sarasota. 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 Sarasota
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,978 monthly median income of Sarasota households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Sarasota: common questions
What nursing homes are near Sarasota?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Inn At Sarasota Bay Club in Sarasota (0.8 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Pines Of Sarasota in Sarasota (0.9 mi, 5 of 5 overall); Indian Beach Nursing And Rehab Center in Sarasota (1.2 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Sarasota?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,978 monthly median income of Sarasota households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Sarasota
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in North Sarasota, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Southgate, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Kensington Park, FL
- Nursing Assistants in South Sarasota, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Ridge Wood Heights, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Siesta Key, FL
- Nursing Assistants in The Meadows, FL
- Nursing Assistants in Sarasota Springs, FL
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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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