Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for Home Care in Walton, KY
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Nursing Assistants in Walton, KY: the local picture
The nearest Medicare-certified nursing homes to Walton are Boonespring Transitional Care Center, LLC in Union (7.1 mi), Woodcrest Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Elsmere (8.3 mi), Emerald Trace in Elsmere (8.5 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).
Walton has about 10 residents aged 85 or older, the group most likely to need hands-on help with bathing, transfers and toileting.
Walton compared with Boone County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Walton | Boone County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 33% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 7.5% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 27% | 8.0% | 13% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.9% | 3.5% | 6.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,854 | $63,871 | — |
Older residents in towns around Walton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Residents 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crittenden, KY | 5.2 mi | 323 | 0 |
| Union, KY | 6.7 mi | 1,137 | 157 |
| Independence, KY | 7.5 mi | 3,131 | 193 |
| Elsmere, KY | 9.1 mi | 1,098 | 63 |
| Florence, KY | 9.2 mi | 6,440 | 455 |
| Oakbrook, KY | 9.9 mi | 2,169 | 78 |
Nursing homes near Walton
| Nursing home | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Certified beds | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boonespring Transitional Care Center, LLC | Union, KY | 7.1 mi | 4 of 5 | 143 | (859) 384-1200 |
| Woodcrest Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Elsmere, KY | 8.3 mi | 4 of 5 | 127 | (859) 342-8775 |
| Emerald Trace | Elsmere, KY | 8.5 mi | 2 of 5 | 54 | (859) 342-0200 |
| Florence Park Care Center | Florence, KY | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | 150 | (513) 605-5000 |
| Belmont Terrace Nursing And Rehabilitation Center | Florence, KY | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | 151 | (859) 371-5731 |
| St Elizabeth Edgewood SNF | Edgewood, KY | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | 30 | (859) 301-9980 |
Home health agencies serving Walton
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Home Care | Florence, KY | 9.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 283-1500 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Fort Mitchell, KY | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 331-5800 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Northern Kentucky | Edgewood, KY | 12 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-9191 |
| Caretenders Of Northern Kentucky | Fort Wright, KY | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-0022 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Walton. 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 Walton
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 34% of the $4,488 monthly median income of Walton 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 Walton: common questions
What nursing homes are near Walton?
The closest Medicare-certified nursing homes are Boonespring Transitional Care Center, LLC in Union (7.1 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Woodcrest Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Elsmere (8.3 mi, 4 of 5 overall); Emerald Trace in Elsmere (8.5 mi, 2 of 5 overall). Ratings are from Medicare Care Compare.
How much does CNAs cost in Walton?
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 34% of the $4,488 monthly median income of Walton 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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Other care in Walton
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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