Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Savannah, GA
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Nursing Assistants in Savannah, GA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Savannah are Abercorn Rehabilitation Center in Savannah (3.5 mi), Savannah Post Acute LLC in Savannah (4.2 mi), Pruitthealth - Savannah in Savannah (5.0 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Georgia earn a median $14.07 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
Savannah has about 2,163 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Savannah compared with Chatham County and Georgia
| Census figure | Savannah | Chatham County | Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 40% | 36% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 17% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 27% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 9.4% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 7.6% | 5.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $50,005 | $62,844 | — |
Older residents in towns around Savannah
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown, GA | 3.1 mi | 1,427 | 107 |
| Garden City, GA | 4.9 mi | 1,182 | 205 |
| Pooler, GA | 7.0 mi | 4,236 | 201 |
| Montgomery, GA | 7.5 mi | 1,054 | 257 |
| Thunderbolt, GA | 8.7 mi | 633 | 170 |
| Bloomingdale, GA | 9.9 mi | 549 | 89 |
Nursing homes near Savannah
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abercorn Rehabilitation Center | Savannah, GA | 3.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 100 | (912) 925-4402 |
| Savannah Post Acute LLC | Savannah, GA | 4.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 120 | (912) 352-8615 |
| Pruitthealth - Savannah | Savannah, GA | 5.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 140 | (912) 927-9416 |
| Candler Skilled Nursing Unit | Savannah, GA | 5.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 22 | (912) 819-6262 |
| Savannah Crossing Of Journey LLC | Savannah, GA | 6.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 107 | (912) 354-2752 |
| Resorts At Pooler Inc | Pooler, GA | 7.2 mi | 2 of 5 | 122 | (912) 748-6840 |
Home health agencies serving Savannah
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Savannah, GA | 9.0 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 355-3409 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Savannah, GA | 4.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 233-9800 |
| St Joseph's/Candler Home Healthcare, Inc | Savannah, GA | 6.1 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 819-7600 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Pooler, GA | 7.4 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 330-7394 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Savannah. 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 Savannah
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,167 monthly median income of Savannah households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Savannah: common questions
What nursing homes are near Savannah?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Abercorn Rehabilitation Center in Savannah (3.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Savannah Post Acute LLC in Savannah (4.2 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Pruitthealth - Savannah in Savannah (5.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Savannah?
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,167 monthly median income of Savannah households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
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- Nursing Assistants in Bloomingdale, GA
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Other care in Savannah
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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