Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in The Plains, OH
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Nursing Assistants in The Plains, OH: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to The Plains are Hickory Creek Of Athens in The Plains (0.6 mi), Laurels Of Athens, The in Athens (2.5 mi), Kimes Nursing And Rehab LLC in Athens (4.5 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Ohio earn a median $16.57 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
The Plains has about 138 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
The Plains compared with Athens County and Ohio
| Census figure | The Plains | Athens County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 5.0% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 73% | 39% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 37% | 15% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 30% | 32% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.8% | 9.9% | 10% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.1% | 6.8% | 7.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $62,440 | $54,034 | — |
Older residents in towns around The Plains
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens, OH | 3.2 mi | 1,476 | 285 |
| Nelsonville, OH | 8.1 mi | 466 | 18 |
| Logan, OH | 19 mi | 1,183 | 149 |
| New Lexington, OH | 25 mi | 863 | 90 |
| Wellston, OH | 28 mi | 974 | 124 |
| Blennerhassett, WV | 28 mi | 807 | 71 |
Nursing homes near The Plains
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory Creek Of Athens | The Plains, OH | 0.6 mi | 4 of 5 | 90 | (740) 797-4561 |
| Laurels Of Athens, The | Athens, OH | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 111 | (740) 592-1000 |
| Kimes Nursing And Rehab LLC | Athens, OH | 4.5 mi | 1 of 5 | 61 | (740) 593-3391 |
| Embassy Of Logan | Logan, OH | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | 135 | (740) 385-2155 |
| Maple Hills Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation | Mcarthur, OH | 19 mi | 3 of 5 | 42 | (740) 596-5955 |
| Arbors At Pomeroy | Pomeroy, OH | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | 91 | (740) 992-6606 |
Home health agencies serving The Plains
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Achh Of CA - Circleville | Circleville, OH | 45 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (740) 474-7826 |
| Marietta Home Health And Hospice, An Amedisys Part | Marietta, OH | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (740) 373-8549 |
| Ohiohealth Home Health With Compassus | Athens, OH | 3.7 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (740) 331-7040 |
| Adoration Home Health | Belpre, OH | 29 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (740) 423-5901 |
Straight-line miles from the center of The Plains. 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 The Plains
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,203 monthly median income of The Plains households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 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 The Plains: common questions
What nursing homes are near The Plains?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Hickory Creek Of Athens in The Plains (0.6 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Laurels Of Athens, The in Athens (2.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall); Kimes Nursing And Rehab LLC in Athens (4.5 mi, 1 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in The Plains?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,203 monthly median income of The Plains households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 The Plains
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Athens, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Nelsonville, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Logan, OH
- Nursing Assistants in New Lexington, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Wellston, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Blennerhassett, WV
- Nursing Assistants in Belpre, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Parkersburg, WV
- Nursing Assistants in Vienna, WV
- Nursing Assistants in Ravenswood, WV
- Nursing Assistants in Jackson, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Lancaster, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Point Pleasant, WV
- Nursing Assistants in Devola, OH
- Nursing Assistants in Williamstown, WV
- Nursing Assistants in Marietta, OH
Other care in The Plains
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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