Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in South San Francisco, CA
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Nursing Assistants in South San Francisco, CA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to South San Francisco are San Bruno Skilled Nursing in San Bruno (2.9 mi), Millbrae Care Center in Millbrae (3.5 mi), Peninsula Post-Acute in Burlingame (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 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).
South San Francisco has about 1,598 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
South San Francisco compared with San Mateo County and California
| Census figure | South San Francisco | San Mateo County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 28% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 18% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 21% | 23% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 9.0% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.5% | 5.8% | 7.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $92,037 | $103,766 | — |
Older residents in towns around South San Francisco
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane, CA | 1.5 mi | 798 | 80 |
| San Bruno, CA | 3.6 mi | 7,596 | 864 |
| Millbrae, CA | 4.1 mi | 4,599 | 913 |
| Burlingame, CA | 4.6 mi | 4,983 | 884 |
| Daly City, CA | 5.8 mi | 20,856 | 3,041 |
| Broadmoor, CA | 6.3 mi | 724 | 15 |
Nursing homes near South San Francisco
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Bruno Skilled Nursing | San Bruno, CA | 2.9 mi | 4 of 5 | 45 | (650) 583-7768 |
| Millbrae Care Center | Millbrae, CA | 3.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 140 | (650) 689-5784 |
| Peninsula Post-Acute | Burlingame, CA | 4.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 62 | (650) 652-3969 |
| San Francisco Post Acute | San Francisco, CA | 5.5 mi | 5 of 5 | 53 | (415) 584-3294 |
| Ahmc Seton Medical Center | Daly City, CA | 5.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 186 | (650) 991-6767 |
| Golden Heights Healthcare | Daly City, CA | 5.8 mi | 5 of 5 | 102 | (650) 755-9515 |
Home health agencies serving South San Francisco
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cvh Care | South San Francisco, CA | 2.6 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (510) 690-1930 |
| Truemed, Inc | South San Francisco, CA | 2.6 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (650) 588-8331 |
| American Carequest | Burlingame, CA | 6.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (415) 885-9100 |
| Care In Touch Home Health Agency | Fremont, CA | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (510) 651-8500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South San Francisco. 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 South San Francisco
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 19% of the $7,670 monthly median income of South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco: common questions
What nursing homes are near South San Francisco?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are San Bruno Skilled Nursing in San Bruno (2.9 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Millbrae Care Center in Millbrae (3.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Peninsula Post-Acute in Burlingame (4.3 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in South San Francisco?
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 19% of the $7,670 monthly median income of South San Francisco 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.
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Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Brisbane, CA
- Nursing Assistants in San Bruno, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Millbrae, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Burlingame, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Daly City, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Broadmoor, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Pacifica, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Hillsborough, CA
- Nursing Assistants in San Mateo, CA
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- Nursing Assistants in Montara, CA
- Nursing Assistants in Belmont, CA
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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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