Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Lucas, TX
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Lucas for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Lucas, TX: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Lucas are Victoria Gardens Of Allen in Allen (4.6 mi), Garnet Hill Rehabilitation And Skilled Care in Wylie (4.7 mi), Mckinney Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Mckinney (5.0 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Texas earn a median $11.65 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Lucas has about 14 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Lucas compared with Collin County and Texas
| Census figure | Lucas | Collin County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 26% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 10% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 13% | 21% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.4% | 7.1% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.2% | 3.2% | 5.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $110,789 | $79,147 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lucas
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview, TX | 3.3 mi | 3,243 | 390 |
| Parker, TX | 3.8 mi | 1,183 | 72 |
| Allen, TX | 5.3 mi | 12,518 | 989 |
| Wylie, TX | 5.9 mi | 5,763 | 344 |
| Murphy, TX | 6.1 mi | 2,384 | 111 |
| Princeton, TX | 7.1 mi | 1,759 | 102 |
Nursing homes near Lucas
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Gardens Of Allen | Allen, TX | 4.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 120 | (972) 727-5850 |
| Garnet Hill Rehabilitation And Skilled Care | Wylie, TX | 4.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 128 | (972) 442-6776 |
| Mckinney Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Mckinney, TX | 5.0 mi | 4 of 5 | 125 | (972) 542-2695 |
| The Belmont At Twin Creeks | Allen, TX | 5.7 mi | 4 of 5 | 112 | (972) 390-8088 |
| Wylie Oaks Healthcare And Rehabilitation | Wylie, TX | 6.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 106 | (972) 303-8100 |
| Princeton Medical Lodge | Princeton, TX | 6.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 138 | (972) 734-2100 |
Home health agencies serving Lucas
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Texas Home Health Care Inc | Plano, TX | 9.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (972) 612-4800 |
| Dependable Home Care Inc | Garland, TX | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (214) 221-7900 |
| Jeevan Home Health Care Inc | Carrollton, TX | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (469) 458-2201 |
| Ultimate Plus Home Care | Mesquite, TX | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (972) 240-5300 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lucas. 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 Lucas
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 11% of the $9,232 monthly median income of Lucas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Lucas: common questions
What nursing homes are near Lucas?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Victoria Gardens Of Allen in Allen (4.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Garnet Hill Rehabilitation And Skilled Care in Wylie (4.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Mckinney Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Mckinney (5.0 mi, 4 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Lucas?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 11% of the $9,232 monthly median income of Lucas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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.
More senior care near Lucas
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Fairview, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Parker, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Allen, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Wylie, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Murphy, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Princeton, TX
- Nursing Assistants in McKinney, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Sachse, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Lavon, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Plano, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Richardson, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Rowlett, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Melissa, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Farmersville, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Garland, TX
- Nursing Assistants in Frisco, TX
Other care in Lucas
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.
Find CNAs in Lucas
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Lucas can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
