Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Sun City Center, FL
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Sun City Center for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Sun City Center, FL: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Sun City Center are Sun Terrace Health Care Center in Sun City Center (0.4 mi), Plaza West in Sun City Center (0.7 mi), Palm Garden Of Sun City in Sun City Center (0.9 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Florida earn a median $16.25 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
Sun City Center has about 3,507 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Sun City Center compared with Hillsborough County and Florida
| Census figure | Sun City Center | Hillsborough County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 10% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 35% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 58% | 15% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 26% | 24% | 25% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.0% | 14% | 12% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.8% | 5.8% | 6.0% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $67,175 | $55,570 | — |
Older residents in towns around Sun City Center
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wimauma, FL | 3.8 mi | 999 | 21 |
| Ruskin, FL | 4.1 mi | 3,324 | 359 |
| Apollo Beach, FL | 4.4 mi | 5,964 | 514 |
| Balm, FL | 4.9 mi | 306 | 15 |
| Gibsonton, FL | 7.9 mi | 1,574 | 121 |
| Riverview, FL | 8.2 mi | 12,753 | 1,237 |
Nursing homes near Sun City Center
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Terrace Health Care Center | Sun City Center, FL | 0.4 mi | 3 of 5 | 130 | (813) 634-3324 |
| Plaza West | Sun City Center, FL | 0.7 mi | 3 of 5 | 113 | (813) 633-3066 |
| Palm Garden Of Sun City | Sun City Center, FL | 0.9 mi | 1 of 5 | 132 | (813) 633-2875 |
| Hawthorne Center For Rehabilitation And Healing Of | Brandon, FL | 15 mi | 4 of 5 | 132 | (813) 661-8998 |
| Bayshore Pointe Nursing And Rehab Center | Tampa, FL | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | 117 | (813) 261-5500 |
| Aviata At Central Park | Brandon, FL | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (813) 651-1818 |
Home health agencies serving Sun City Center
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours Home Care By Compassus | Sun City Center, FL | 0.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 443-5566 |
| Southeast Homecare | Tampa, FL | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 452-6155 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Tampa, FL | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 961-8446 |
| Sarasota Home Health Care Agency LLC | Sarasota, FL | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (941) 306-4347 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Sun City Center. 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 Sun City Center
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,598 monthly median income of Sun City Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Sun City Center: common questions
What nursing homes are near Sun City Center?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Sun Terrace Health Care Center in Sun City Center (0.4 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Plaza West in Sun City Center (0.7 mi, 3 of 5 overall); Palm Garden Of Sun City in Sun City Center (0.9 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Sun City Center?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $5,598 monthly median income of Sun City Center households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Riverview, FL
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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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