Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Walker, LA
Hands-on personal care at home from a certified nursing assistant, for families who want state-certified training. Post what you need in Walker for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Nursing Assistants in Walker, LA: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Walker are Harvest Manor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Denham Springs (5.4 mi), Pines Retirement Center Of Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge (9.7 mi), The Woodleigh Of Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge (9.9 mi). Nursing homes employ many of the area’s CNAs, and CNAs who want home care work often come from them.
Aides in Louisiana earn a median $10.83 an hour (BLS, May 2025, home health and personal care aides). Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
Walker has about 124 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Walker compared with Livingston Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Walker | Livingston Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 41% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 26% | 31% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.8% | 12% | 15% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.7% | 3.8% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,736 | $47,604 | — |
Older residents in towns around Walker
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denham Springs, LA | 5.6 mi | 2,282 | 146 |
| Shenandoah, LA | 10 mi | 3,465 | 315 |
| Monticello, LA | 11 mi | 611 | 30 |
| Old Jefferson, LA | 11 mi | 1,946 | 11 |
| Central, LA | 11 mi | 5,474 | 379 |
| Prairieville, LA | 13 mi | 3,884 | 277 |
Nursing homes near Walker
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harvest Manor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center | Denham Springs, LA | 5.4 mi | 1 of 5 | 171 | (225) 665-8946 |
| Pines Retirement Center Of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | 9.7 mi | 1 of 5 | 85 | (225) 272-9339 |
| The Woodleigh Of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | 9.9 mi | 3 of 5 | 120 | (225) 272-1401 |
| Flannery Oaks Guest House | Baton Rouge, LA | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | 130 | (225) 275-6393 |
| Old Jefferson Community Care Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | 136 | (225) 753-3203 |
| Capitol House Nursing And Rehab Center | Baton Rouge, LA | 12 mi | 1 of 5 | 132 | (225) 275-0474 |
Home health agencies serving Walker
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Louisiana Home Health, LLC | Covington, LA | 46 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (985) 892-8008 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Denham Springs, LA | 2.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (225) 291-1230 |
| Elara Caring | Baton Rouge, LA | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (225) 928-1666 |
| Elara Caring | Hammond, LA | 24 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (985) 549-0865 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Walker. 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 Walker
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $3,478 monthly median income of Walker households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (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 Walker: common questions
What nursing homes are near Walker?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Harvest Manor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Denham Springs (5.4 mi, 1 of 5 overall); Pines Retirement Center Of Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge (9.7 mi, 1 of 5 overall); The Woodleigh Of Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge (9.9 mi, 3 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Walker?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $3,478 monthly median income of Walker households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (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.
More senior care near Walker
Nursing Assistants in nearby cities
- Nursing Assistants in Denham Springs, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Shenandoah, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Monticello, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Old Jefferson, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Central, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Prairieville, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Inniswold, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Westminster, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Merrydale, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Village St. George, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Oak Hills Place, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Brownfields, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Baton Rouge, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Gardere, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Baker, LA
- Nursing Assistants in Gonzales, LA
Other care in Walker
- Companion Care in Walker
- Dementia Care in Walker
- Respite Care in Walker
- Live-In Caregivers in Walker
- Post-Surgery Care in Walker
- Senior Transportation in Walker
- Home Health Aides in Walker
- Personal Care in Walker
- Overnight Caregivers in Walker
- 24-Hour Home Care in Walker
- Mobility Assistance in Walker
- Parkinson’s Care in Walker
- Stroke Recovery Support in Walker
- Disability Care for Adults in Walker
- Hospice Support in Walker
- Senior Meal Preparation in Walker
- Senior Housekeeping in Walker
- Medication Reminders in Walker
- Veterans’ Home Care in Walker
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 Walker
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Walker can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
