Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Independent Living & Respite Care · Covington, KY

Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community

Assisted Living, Adult Day Care, Independent Living & Respite Care · Covington, KY

Overview of Ivy Knoll a Caring Senior Community

It can be difficult to imagine calling anywhere but your actual house, a home. But at Ivy Knoll, the grass is truly greener on this side of independent senior living. Settle into a classy and cozy living arrangement with enough space for you to feel comfortable and secure, as you no longer need to worry about daily living activities such as housekeeping, laundry, meals, and medical assistance. Everything you’d need taken care of, is handled expertly by a compassionate staff of professionals.

Though the comfort of your room may compel you to stay in for the most part, once you step into the community you’re treated to daily activities organized by Ivy Knoll to ensure that your independent living program balances comfort with engaging activities geared toward your holistic well-being. Stimulate the mind at their serene library, work up a sweat at the fully-equipped exercise room, or find peace and serenity at the nondenominational chapel; however you’d like your retirement paradise to flow, is totally up to you.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #349 / 423Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 349th out of 423 homes in Kentucky for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kentucky facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from 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.

About this community

Awards

Best of Senior Living 2025

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Personal Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPersonalized Dining, Daycare

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: High-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Jessica Armstrong

Executive Director

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Covington's city center to Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General.

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83
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KY AVG 82
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11
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AL
ADC
IL
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16
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KY AVG 82
Rank #336 / 341
No
6
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Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community
AL
ADC
IL
RC
Covington-Yes
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 41
Rank #349 / 423
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Kentucky

Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community is located in Covington, 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 Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community

Is Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community in a walkable area?

Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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What is the address of Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community?

Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community is located at 800 Highland Ave, Covington, KY 41011.

What is the phone number of Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community?

(859) 491-3800 will put you in contact with the team at Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community.

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