Home Care: The Difference Between HHA and CNA Explained Simply
When searching for the right in-home care for yourself or a loved one, you may come across two common roles: HHA and CNA. While both play vital parts in providing care at home, their training, responsibilities, and level of medical involvement differ.
In this simple guide, we’ll break down the difference between an HHA (Home Health Aide) and a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)—so you can make the best choice for your family’s needs.
What Is an HHA (Home Health Aide)?
An HHA is a professional trained to provide non-medical support in the home. Their primary goal is to help clients with daily living activities while offering companionship and emotional support.
Common HHA Responsibilities:
- Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Helping with meals and feeding
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Assisting with mobility (walking, transferring, repositioning)
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Monitoring general well-being and reporting changes to family or care teams
- Training: HHAs typically complete 75+ hours of state-approved training focused on personal care and safety.
What Is a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)?
A CNA provides a higher level of care, with training that includes basic medical tasks. CNAs often work under the supervision of a nurse or doctor and are equipped to support clients with both personal and some clinical needs.
Common CNA Responsibilities:
Everything an HHA does, plus:
- Monitoring vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse)
- Recording and reporting health changes
- Infection control and hygiene management
- Assisting with medical equipment (oxygen, catheters, etc.)
- Supporting care plans directed by nurses or physicians
- Escorting clients to medical appointments and assisting during visits
Training : CNAs complete a more extensive certification program (typically 120–150 hours), which includes both classroom and clinical training, plus a state exam.
Which One Is Right for Your Loved One?
Choose an HHA if your loved one mainly needs help with personal care, household tasks, and companionship.
Choose a CNA if your loved one has medical needs, is recovering from surgery, or requires regular health monitoring.
At Angel’s Better Care LLC, we offer both HHA and CNA services, and we’ll help you assess which care level fits your unique situation best.
Why Families Trust Angel’s Better Care
- Certified, background-checked caregivers
- Personalized care plans
- 24/7 availability
- Compassionate and culturally sensitive support
- Transparent communication with families
Whether you need an HHA or a CNA, our team is ready to provide care that feels like family.
Ready to Find the Right Care?
Let us guide you through the process and match you with the right professional. Contact Angel’s Better Care LLC today for a free consultation.
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Because your loved ones deserve trusted care—at home.