Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Somerset, KY
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Nursing Assistants in Somerset, KY: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Somerset are Somerwoods Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Somerset (0.3 mi), Cumberland Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Somerset (0.4 mi), Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu in Somerset (0.7 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).
Somerset has about 612 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Somerset compared with Pulaski County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Somerset | Pulaski County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 5.0% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 60% | 48% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 42% | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 37% | 20% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.2% | 5.1% | 6.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $23,092 | $36,145 | — |
Older residents in towns around Somerset
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello, KY | 22 mi | 993 | 164 |
| Russell Springs, KY | 26 mi | 654 | 113 |
| London, KY | 29 mi | 1,576 | 175 |
| Corbin, KY | 30 mi | 1,612 | 326 |
| Stanford, KY | 31 mi | 918 | 133 |
| Williamsburg, KY | 34 mi | 705 | 186 |
Nursing homes near Somerset
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerwoods Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center | Somerset, KY | 0.3 mi | 1 of 5 | 166 | (606) 679-7421 |
| Cumberland Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Somerset, KY | 0.4 mi | 2 of 5 | 93 | (606) 678-5104 |
| Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu | Somerset, KY | 0.7 mi | 5 of 5 | 12 | (606) 678-3323 |
| Somerset Nursing And Rehabilitation Facility | Somerset, KY | 1.1 mi | 1 of 5 | 123 | (606) 679-8331 |
| Rockcastle Regional Hospital And Respiratory Care | Mount Vernon, KY | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | 143 | (606) 256-2195 |
| Liberty Care & Rehabilitation Center | Liberty, KY | 24 mi | 1 of 5 | 97 | (606) 787-6889 |
Home health agencies serving Somerset
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Somerset, KY | 6.6 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (606) 679-7439 |
| Family Home Health Care, LLC Dba Adoration Home Health | Columbia, KY | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 384-6411 |
| Lifeline Health Care Of Pulaski | Somerset, KY | 6.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (606) 679-9245 |
| Mary Breckinridge Arh Home Health Agency | Hyden, KY | 66 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (606) 672-2355 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Somerset. 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 Somerset
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 79% of the $1,924 monthly median income of Somerset 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 Somerset: common questions
What nursing homes are near Somerset?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Somerwoods Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Somerset (0.3 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Cumberland Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Somerset (0.4 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu in Somerset (0.7 mi, 5 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Somerset?
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 79% of the $1,924 monthly median income of Somerset 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
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- Nursing Assistants in Corbin, KY
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- Nursing Assistants in Williamsburg, KY
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Other care in Somerset
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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