Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Central, LA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Central for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Central, LA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Central are Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce in Baton Rouge (1.5 mi), Flannery Oaks Guest House in Baton Rouge (6.5 mi), Harvest Manor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Denham Springs (6.5 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Louisiana earn a median $10.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
Central has about 379 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Central compared with East Baton Rouge Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Central | East Baton Rouge Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 36% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.6% | 11% | 15% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.4% | 8.1% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,125 | $55,806 | — |
Older residents in towns around Central
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello, LA | 4.9 mi | 611 | 30 |
| Brownfields, LA | 5.4 mi | 699 | 128 |
| Merrydale, LA | 6.0 mi | 1,669 | 16 |
| Denham Springs, LA | 7.4 mi | 2,282 | 146 |
| Baker, LA | 7.5 mi | 1,390 | 108 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 10 mi | 31,584 | 3,662 |
Nursing homes near Central
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce | Baton Rouge, LA | 1.5 mi | 3 of 5 | 170 | (225) 416-6006 |
| Flannery Oaks Guest House | Baton Rouge, LA | 6.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 130 | (225) 275-6393 |
| Harvest Manor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Denham Springs, LA | 6.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 171 | (225) 665-8946 |
| Baton Rouge Health Care Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 6.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 145 | (225) 774-2141 |
| Capitol House Nursing And Rehab Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 7.0 mi | 1 of 5 | 132 | (225) 275-0474 |
| Pines Retirement Center Of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | 7.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 85 | (225) 272-9339 |
Home health agencies serving Central
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitalcaring Group | Denham Springs, LA | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (225) 291-1230 |
| Elara Caring | Baton Rouge, LA | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (225) 928-1666 |
| Chase Health Care Inc. | Baton Rouge, LA | 1.5 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (225) 274-1444 |
| Pinnacle Home Health Of Zachary | Zachary, LA | 9.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (225) 248-8600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Central. 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 Central
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $4,844 monthly median income of Central households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (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 Central: common questions
What nursing homes are near Central?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce in Baton Rouge (1.5 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Flannery Oaks Guest House in Baton Rouge (6.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Harvest Manor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Denham Springs (6.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Central?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 19% of the $4,844 monthly median income of Central households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (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.
More senior care near Central
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
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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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