Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Traverse City, MI
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Nursing Assistants in Traverse City, MI: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Traverse City are Medilodge Of Gtc in Traverse City (1.7 mi), Grand Traverse Pavilions in Traverse City (1.9 mi), The Villa At Traverse Point in Traverse City (2.0 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Michigan earn a median $16.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
Traverse City has about 411 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Traverse City compared with Grand Traverse County and Michigan
| Census figure | Traverse City | Grand Traverse County | Michigan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 20% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 24% | 22% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 29% | 29% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 7.9% | 9.9% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.6% | 4.9% | 7.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $66,380 | $61,808 | — |
Older residents in towns around Traverse City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalkaska, MI | 21 mi | 544 | 139 |
| Cadillac, MI | 36 mi | 2,207 | 375 |
| Boyne City, MI | 43 mi | 943 | 72 |
| Gaylord, MI | 49 mi | 907 | 103 |
| Manistee, MI | 50 mi | 1,574 | 105 |
| Petoskey, MI | 51 mi | 1,361 | 154 |
Nursing homes near Traverse City
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medilodge Of Gtc | Traverse City, MI | 1.7 mi | 2 of 5 | 125 | (231) 947-0506 |
| Grand Traverse Pavilions | Traverse City, MI | 1.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 240 | (231) 932-3000 |
| The Villa At Traverse Point | Traverse City, MI | 2.0 mi | 5 of 5 | 96 | (231) 941-1200 |
| Medilodge Of Traverse City | Traverse City, MI | 2.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 84 | (231) 947-9511 |
| Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing | Traverse City, MI | 4.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 22 | (231) 932-9272 |
| Maple Valley Nursing Home | Maple Valley, MI | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | 25 | (231) 228-5895 |
Home health agencies serving Traverse City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohioans Home Healthcare | Monroe, MI | 224 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 843-4422 |
| Munson Home Care | Traverse City, MI | 1.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 252-2065 |
| Great Lakes Home Healthcare Specialists LLC | Traverse City, MI | 1.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (231) 421-5036 |
| Residential Home Health And Hospice | Saginaw, MI | 121 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (810) 245-3300 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Traverse City. 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 Traverse City
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,532 monthly median income of Traverse City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Traverse City: common questions
What nursing homes are near Traverse City?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Medilodge Of Gtc in Traverse City (1.7 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Grand Traverse Pavilions in Traverse City (1.9 mi, 1 of 5 overall); The Villa At Traverse Point in Traverse City (2.0 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Traverse City?
At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,532 monthly median income of Traverse City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.
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 Traverse City
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Kalkaska, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Cadillac, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Boyne City, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Gaylord, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Manistee, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Petoskey, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Houghton Lake, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Reed City, MI
- Nursing Assistants in St. Helen, MI
- Nursing Assistants in Ludington, MI
Other care in Traverse City
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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