Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Lyons, GA
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Nursing Assistants in Lyons, GA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Lyons are Oxley Park Health And Rehabilitation in Lyons (1.1 mi), Oaks - Bethany Skilled Nursing, The in Vidalia (3.3 mi), Meadows Park Health And Rehabilitation in Vidalia (6.6 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Georgia earn a median $14.07 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor).
Lyons has about 88 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Lyons compared with Toombs County and Georgia
| Census figure | Lyons | Toombs County | Georgia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 54% | 45% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 17% | 15% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 47% | 32% | 26% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.5% | 14% | 11% |
| Households with no vehicle | 21% | 10% | 5.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $32,684 | $40,087 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lyons
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vidalia, GA | 4.8 mi | 2,250 | 242 |
| Reidsville, GA | 14 mi | 423 | 74 |
| Soperton, GA | 20 mi | 436 | 81 |
| Metter, GA | 20 mi | 996 | 112 |
| Claxton, GA | 24 mi | 402 | 39 |
| Swainsboro, GA | 26 mi | 990 | 49 |
Nursing homes near Lyons
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxley Park Health And Rehabilitation | Lyons, GA | 1.1 mi | 3 of 5 | 144 | (912) 526-6336 |
| Oaks - Bethany Skilled Nursing, The | Vidalia, GA | 3.3 mi | 3 of 5 | 168 | (912) 537-7922 |
| Meadows Park Health And Rehabilitation | Vidalia, GA | 6.6 mi | 5 of 5 | 75 | (912) 403-3400 |
| Tattnall Healthcare Center | Reidsville, GA | 15 mi | 1 of 5 | 92 | (912) 557-4345 |
| Treutlen County Health And Rehabilitation | Soperton, GA | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | 50 | (912) 529-4418 |
| Pruitthealth - Swainsboro | Swainsboro, GA | 20 mi | 1 of 5 | 103 | (478) 237-7022 |
Home health agencies serving Lyons
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Statesboro, GA | 36 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 486-1900 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Vidalia, GA | 5.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 538-8000 |
| Pruitthealth @ Home - Vidalia | Vidalia, GA | 5.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (912) 538-8000 |
| Altamaha Homecare, Inc | Baxley, GA | 29 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (912) 367-1046 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lyons. 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 Lyons
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $2,724 monthly median income of Lyons households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (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 Lyons: common questions
What nursing homes are near Lyons?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Oxley Park Health And Rehabilitation in Lyons (1.1 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Oaks - Bethany Skilled Nursing, The in Vidalia (3.3 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Meadows Park Health And Rehabilitation in Vidalia (6.6 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Lyons?
At the Georgia median aide wage of $14.07 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,219 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $2,724 monthly median income of Lyons households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Georgia's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (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.
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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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