Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Buckner, KY
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Nursing Assistants in Buckner, KY: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Buckner are The Springs At Oldham Reserve in La Grange (3.6 mi), Richwood Nursing & Rehab in La Grange (4.4 mi), Forest Springs Health Campus in Louisville (7.1 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Kentucky earn a median $17.52 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Kentucky's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Buckner has about 16 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Buckner compared with Oldham County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Buckner | Oldham County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 14% | 25% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 9.7% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 13% | 17% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 5.8% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 1.4% | 6.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $64,271 | $72,987 | — |
Older residents in towns around Buckner
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood, KY | 3.5 mi | 696 | 60 |
| La Grange, KY | 4.1 mi | 1,461 | 162 |
| Prospect, KY | 9.0 mi | 1,384 | 70 |
| Anchorage, KY | 9.5 mi | 357 | 39 |
| Middletown, KY | 11 mi | 2,180 | 364 |
| Lyndon, KY | 11 mi | 2,125 | 440 |
Nursing homes near Buckner
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Springs At Oldham Reserve | La Grange, KY | 3.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 50 | (502) 516-3176 |
| Richwood Nursing & Rehab | La Grange, KY | 4.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 120 | (502) 222-3186 |
| Forest Springs Health Campus | Louisville, KY | 7.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 58 | (502) 243-1643 |
| The Willows At Springhurst | Louisville, KY | 9.6 mi | 3 of 5 | 52 | (502) 412-3775 |
| Rivers Edge Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Prospect, KY | 9.8 mi | 3 of 5 | 100 | (215) 632-5700 |
| Valhalla Post Acute | Louisville, KY | 11 mi | 2 of 5 | 162 | (502) 254-0009 |
Home health agencies serving Buckner
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Louisville, KY | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 895-4213 |
| Housecall Home Health, LLC Dba Adoration Home Health | Louisville, KY | 10 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 244-5441 |
| Baptist Health Home Care KY, LLC Dba Baptist Home Health Care | Louisville, KY | 15 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 454-5656 |
| Saint Joseph-Anc Home Care Services, LLC D/B/A Commonspirit At Home- Louisville | Louisville, KY | 24 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 584-2456 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Buckner. 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 Buckner
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,356 monthly median income of Buckner households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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.
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Nursing Assistants in Buckner: common questions
What nursing homes are near Buckner?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are The Springs At Oldham Reserve in La Grange (3.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Richwood Nursing & Rehab in La Grange (4.4 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Forest Springs Health Campus in Louisville (7.1 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Buckner?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,356 monthly median income of Buckner households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky's minimum wage is $7.25 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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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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