Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Independence, KY
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Nursing Assistants in Independence, KY: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Independence are Woodcrest Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Elsmere (2.8 mi), Emerald Trace in Elsmere (3.0 mi), St Elizabeth Edgewood SNF in Edgewood (3.6 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).
Independence has about 193 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Independence compared with Kenton County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Independence | Kenton County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 34% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 16% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.6% | 11% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.2% | 6.8% | 6.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,905 | $53,712 | — |
Older residents in towns around Independence
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood, KY | 3.6 mi | 2,134 | 166 |
| Elsmere, KY | 3.9 mi | 1,098 | 63 |
| Taylor Mill, KY | 4.4 mi | 1,161 | 133 |
| Crestview Hills, KY | 4.8 mi | 611 | 77 |
| Lakeside Park, KY | 5.4 mi | 505 | 8 |
| Covington, KY | 5.6 mi | 6,003 | 595 |
Nursing homes near Independence
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodcrest Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Elsmere, KY | 2.8 mi | 4 of 5 | 127 | (859) 342-8775 |
| Emerald Trace | Elsmere, KY | 3.0 mi | 2 of 5 | 54 | (859) 342-0200 |
| St Elizabeth Edgewood SNF | Edgewood, KY | 3.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 30 | (859) 301-9980 |
| Florence Park Care Center | Florence, KY | 5.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 150 | (513) 605-5000 |
| Village Care Center | Erlanger, KY | 5.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 100 | (859) 727-9330 |
| Belmont Terrace Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Florence, KY | 6.2 mi | 1 of 5 | 151 | (859) 371-5731 |
Home health agencies serving Independence
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Home Care | Florence, KY | 5.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 283-1500 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Fort Mitchell, KY | 5.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 331-5800 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Northern Kentucky | Edgewood, KY | 5.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-9191 |
| Caretenders Of Northern Kentucky | Fort Wright, KY | 8.0 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-0022 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Independence. 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 Independence
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 30% of the $5,075 monthly median income of Independence 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Nursing Assistants in Independence: common questions
What nursing homes are near Independence?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Woodcrest Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Elsmere (2.8 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Emerald Trace in Elsmere (3.0 mi, 2 of 5 overall); St Elizabeth Edgewood SNF in Edgewood (3.6 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Independence?
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 30% of the $5,075 monthly median income of Independence 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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Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Edgewood, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Elsmere, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Taylor Mill, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Crestview Hills, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Lakeside Park, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Covington, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Florence, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Fort Mitchell, KY
- Nursing Assistants in Fort Wright, KY
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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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