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Sparks Nursing Center

500 E Whitmer St, Central City, KY 42330 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Sparks Nursing Center accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of Sparks Nursing Center

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Cherish every moment of your best years at Sparks Nursing Center, a dedicated community in Central City, KY, offering assisted living and memory care. The community hasbeautiful and secure accommodations, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. A compassionate and well-trained team also provides top-notch care for their daily living activities and unique needs around the clock.

Promoting engagement and an active lifestyle, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. To avoid confusion and foster familiarity, mealtimes are scheduled accordingly with delightful and well-balanced dining options served to meet residents’ dietary needs. The community is a good option for those looking to enjoy the best of their golden years beyond memory loss, accompanied by its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities.

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Bed community size
88-bed community Rank #145 / 341Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 145th out of 341 homes in Kentucky. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kentucky facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 11 / 100 Rank #362 / 423Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 362nd out of 423 homes in Kentucky. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kentucky facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #116 / 209Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th out of 209 homes in Kentucky. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kentucky average, with its Statewide rank out of 209. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Kentucky average: 81.3%
Occupied beds
74 / 88
Average occupied beds in Kentucky homes 80 beds

License Details

Facility TypePersonal Care Home
StatusActive
CountyMuhlenberg
License Number100346

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sparks Nursing Center is legally operated by Sparks Nursing Center, Inc..

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaMust meet regulation guidelines for personal care home

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Dining Room
Laundry
Personal Care
ActivitiesA resident council meets monthly, and weekly church services are available.
Specific ProgramsWeekly Church Services
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Touring HoursMonday - Friday8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe dining program includes a dining room with a capacity of 88, serving meals at scheduled times.
Meal ScheduleBreakfast: 6:00am; Lunch: 11:00am; Dinner: 4:00pm

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Inspection History

In Kentucky, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General is the regulatory authority that conducts inspections and investigates complaints in all long-term care homes.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 1 deficiency

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Kentucky state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Kentucky state average
Overall vs. KY average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Kentucky average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per year (83% below)
Latest Inspection October 6, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityKY Averagevs. KY Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 16 This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kentucky assisted living residence (1 vs. KY avg 6).↓ 83% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2025. 16 This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Kentucky assisted living residence (1 vs. KY avg 6).↓ 83% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • October 6, 2025 complaint investigation found no deficiencies related to complaint KY00047239.
  • August 27, 2025 relicensure survey cited one deficiency for improper food labeling and storage risking resident safety.
  • March 27, 2025 complaint survey found no deficiencies after investigating nine complaint allegations.
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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Central City's city center to Sparks Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Kentucky

Sparks Nursing Center is located in Central City, Kentucky.
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Home and Community Based Waiver

Kentucky Medicaid HCB Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
KY

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Homemaker services Home modifications

Hart-Supported Living Program

KY Hart-Supported Living

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
KY

Competitive grants; limited availability.

Benefits
In-home support (up to 10 hours/week) Respite (varies) Adaptive equipment (~$500 avg.)

Kentucky Homecare Program

Kentucky Homecare Program

Age 60+
General Kentucky resident, at risk of nursing home placement, not eligible for Medicaid waivers.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based focus.
KY

15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (5 days/year) Chore services Meal delivery ($7/meal) Minor home repairs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kentucky Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Kentucky resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
KY

Three tiers; no waitlist; auto Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kentucky NFCSP Respite Care

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kentucky resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
KY

15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Age —
General Grandparents (often 55+) as primary caregivers to grandchildren under 18, Kentucky resident, not on Kinship Care.
Income Limits (2025) ~$31,225/year (individual); varies by AAA.
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; need-based.
KY

Max $1,500/year; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits
Grants (~$500-$1,500/year) for respite Supplies Care costs; counseling Training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kentucky VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Kentucky resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
KY

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Sparks Nursing Center

What neighborhood is Sparks Nursing Center in?

Sparks Nursing Center is in the Central City neighborhood of Central City.

Is Sparks Nursing Center in a walkable area?

Sparks Nursing Center has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Sparks Nursing Center?

According to KY state health department records, Sparks Nursing Center's license number is 100346.

What is the occupancy rate at Sparks Nursing Center?

Sparks Nursing Center's occupancy is 84%.

How many beds does Sparks Nursing Center have?

Sparks Nursing Center has 88 beds.

What is the address of Sparks Nursing Center?

Sparks Nursing Center is located at 500 E Whitmer St., Central City, KY 42330.

What is the phone number of Sparks Nursing Center?

(270) 754-4838 will put you in contact with the team at Sparks Nursing Center.

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