Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Swainsboro, GA
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Nursing Assistants in Swainsboro, GA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Swainsboro are Emanuel County Nursing Home in Swainsboro (0.8 mi), Pruitthealth - Swainsboro in Swainsboro (7.0 mi), Twin City Trails Of Journey LLC in Twin City (10 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).
Swainsboro has about 49 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Swainsboro compared with Emanuel County and Georgia
| Census figure | Swainsboro | Emanuel County | Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 45% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 16% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 34% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 14% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 15% | 8.2% | 5.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $40,208 | $39,047 | — |
Older residents in towns around Swainsboro
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metter, GA | 21 mi | 996 | 112 |
| Soperton, GA | 21 mi | 436 | 81 |
| Wrightsville, GA | 24 mi | 596 | 147 |
| Vidalia, GA | 26 mi | 2,250 | 242 |
| Lyons, GA | 26 mi | 677 | 88 |
| Millen, GA | 27 mi | 782 | 61 |
Nursing homes near Swainsboro
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emanuel County Nursing Home | Swainsboro, GA | 0.8 mi | 2 of 5 | 49 | (478) 289-1334 |
| Pruitthealth - Swainsboro | Swainsboro, GA | 7.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 103 | (478) 237-7022 |
| Twin City Trails Of Journey LLC | Twin City, GA | 10 mi | 3 of 5 | 110 | (478) 763-2141 |
| Scott Health & Rehabilitation | Adrian, GA | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | 59 | (478) 668-3225 |
| Comfort Creek Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Wadley, GA | 20 mi | 1 of 5 | 98 | (478) 252-5254 |
| Azalea Health And Rehabilitation | Metter, GA | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | 89 | (912) 685-5734 |
Home health agencies serving Swainsboro
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Statesboro, GA | 34 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 486-1900 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Vidalia, GA | 27 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 538-8000 |
| Pruitthealth @ Home - Vidalia | Vidalia, GA | 27 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (912) 538-8000 |
| University Home Health Services | Waynesboro, GA | 41 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (706) 554-7013 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Swainsboro. 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 Swainsboro
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 36% of the $3,351 monthly median income of Swainsboro 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 Swainsboro: common questions
What nursing homes are near Swainsboro?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Emanuel County Nursing Home in Swainsboro (0.8 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Pruitthealth - Swainsboro in Swainsboro (7.0 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Twin City Trails Of Journey LLC in Twin City (10 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Swainsboro?
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 36% of the $3,351 monthly median income of Swainsboro 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 Millen, GA
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Other care in Swainsboro
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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