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Best Assisted Living in Covington, KY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 9 assisted living communities in Covington, KY using Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in KY
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Jun 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 30/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Covington, KY. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Covington, KY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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

Oaks at Ashton Hills
AL
MC
RC
Covington
90 No 21 - 8
Celebration Villa of Summit Hills
AL
MC
RC
Crestview Hills
83
Facility 83
KY AVG 82
Rank #158 / 341
Yes
11
Facility 11
KY AVG 41
Rank #362 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed -
Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas
AL
IL
NH
RC
Fort Thomas
110
Facility 110
KY AVG 82
Rank #70 / 341
No
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 41
Rank #176 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
KY AVG 9
Rank #26 / 149
The Victorian at Riverside
AL
RC
Covington (Licking Riverside Historic District)
40
Facility 40
KY AVG 82
Rank #288 / 341
Yes
61
Facility 61
KY AVG 41
Rank #95 / 423
- -
St. Charles Community
AL
ADC
IL
RC
Covington
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 82
Rank #336 / 341
No
6
Facility 6
KY AVG 41
Rank #392 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed -
Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community
AL
ADC
IL
RC
Covington
- Yes
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 41
Rank #349 / 423
Suite -
Celebration Villa of Highland Crossing
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fort Wright
136
Facility 136
KY AVG 82
Rank #33 / 341
Yes
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 41
Rank #349 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed -
Ivy Knoll
AL
ADC
IL
RC
Covington
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 82
Rank #269 / 341
No
42
Facility 42
KY AVG 41
Rank #215 / 423
- -
Baptist Life Communities
AL
IL
MC
NC
NH
Covington
- No
46
Facility 46
KY AVG 41
Rank #188 / 423
- -
Celebration Villa Of Summit Hills
MC
AL
Covington
20
Overview of Oaks at Ashton Hills

Oaks at Ashton Hills boasts an elegant and luxurious atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The newly built grand retirement home specializes in residential assisted living and memory care. The faith-based community strives to excel in giving compassionate and loving care to seniors. Oaks may be a new home, but it’s on its way to being the premiere upscale assisted living home in Covington.
Management and staff have also embodied dedication and professionalism to provide residents with healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness. Its boastful community services include medication management, 24-hour availability of caregivers, transportation and housekeeping, and wellness programs.

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Overview of Celebration Villa of Summit Hills

Situated in Crestview Hills, Kentucky, Celebration Villa of Summit Hills, offers a dynamic blend of independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. This assisted living community commits to promoting independence and holistic well-being, prioritizing residents’ needs and treats them with the utmost respect and care. Their ethos revolves around fostering a sense of family, ensuring residents feel valued and connected.

Nestled in a sought-after and vibrant neighborhood in Northern Kentucky, Celebration Villa provides an ideal setting for seniors to maintain an active and engaging lifestyle. The array of activities, including art classes, outdoor gatherings on the patio, and leisurely strolls along walking paths and garden areas, empowers residents to shape their own days based on their preferences. Their convenient location allows residents to explore local museums, festivals, restaurants, and shops, contributing to a fulfilling daily life for seniors during their golden years.

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Overview of Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas

The Carespring Community in Northern Kentucky is an ideal place that provides programs and activities that are enjoyable and nurturing. Offering assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation– their approach to modern senior living promotes a lifestyle centered on growth. Residents are able to learn to love life through the staff’s encouragement of purposeful living.

At a Carespring community, residents are able to feel comfortable and safe because of the welcoming environment that is balanced with the urban and vibrant atmosphere.

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Overview of The Victorian at Riverside

Established in 1886, The Victorian at Riverside has been dedicated to providing exceptional Senior Residential Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services. This assisted living community is a non-profit and non-sectarian community, upholding a tradition of over 135 years in offering dignified and respectful care to seniors aged 60 and older. Nestled within a serene environment, residents experience a tranquil ambiance that fosters security, individualized attention, and comprehensive care.

The Victorian at Riverside embraces a legacy of compassionate care and personalized support, inviting seniors to thrive within a nurturing environment that prioritizes their well-being. The modern single-story residence campus at The Victorian at Riverside showcases state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring residents receive 24-hour supervision and a private room with a personal bathroom. With a commitment to enhancing the quality of life, the community includes a range of amenities such as engaging activities, nutritious meals, laundry service, linens, housekeeping, and nursing assessments.

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Overview of St. Charles Community

With a whopping six decades of excellent service under their belt, St. Charles Community offers an expert independent living home experience that nourishes your mind, body, and soul. Understanding that each resident deserves the life of leisure in their golden years, the dedicated and compassionate team of St. Charles provides conscientious and compassionate assistance with daily living activities, so you can maximize each day according to your interests, goals, and preferences.

Housekeeping, chores, cooking, and medical management needs are all taken care of, establishing a worry-free environment for senior independent living that’s both relaxing and exciting, depending on what you feel like for the day. Lodging amenities are warm and cozy, with a continental breakfast served to you in your apartment, for that extra touch of home. If you feel like forging new relationships, socialization is made comfortable through scheduled events, outings, and for some soul soothing, daily Chapel services are also available.

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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.

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Overview of Celebration Villa of Highland Crossing

Discover the welcoming community of Atria Highland Crossing, where seniors are encouraged to be themselves in a comfortable and supportive environment. Situated amid a lush thicket of mature trees on the rolling hills of Fort Wright, this senior living community offers both assisted living and independent living options, the staff at Atria Highland Crossing empowers active seniors to maintain their independence to the fullest.

Atria Highland Crossing enables seniors to focus on their passions while the staff takes care of everyday tasks such as housekeeping and light linen services. Senior living apartment choices range from cozy studios to spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom options. Conveniently located a short drive away from medical facilities, dining establishments, and retail centers, this assisted living community ensures easy access to essential local resources. The multi-wing community building boasts an abundance of windows, a warm-colored brick exterior, and an inviting front entrance, creating a charming atmosphere. And with a pet-friendly policy, residents can enjoy the companionship of their beloved pets. Spanning over a spacious 12-acre campus, Atria Highland Crossing fosters a neighborhood-like environment that brings seniors together. 

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Ivy Knoll

800 Highland Avenue, Covington, KY 41011
Overview of Ivy Knoll

Ivy Knoll is a 45-bed senior living and personal care community located at 800 Highland Avenue in Covington, Kentucky. Owned by Northern Kentucky Assisted Living, LLC, the facility operates under Kentucky license number 100935 and is a Best of Senior Living 2025 award recipient.

As a licensed personal care and independent living community rather than a Medicare-certified nursing home, Ivy Knoll operates under a distinct state regulatory framework and does not carry a CMS star rating. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services oversees inspections; based on recent focused filings, the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. The care model is designed to bridge the gap for seniors who require help with daily activities but do not need hospital-level skilled nursing care.

The seven-story campus provides a continuum of care, including independent living, personal care, and respite stays. Clinical services are managed by a 24-hour nursing team overseen by a Director of Nursing, with coordination for physical, occupational, and speech therapies available on-site. Support services include one-on-one assistance with bathing, dressing, and hygiene, as well as medication administration, where all medications are locked in a cart and managed by trained staff. While the facility provides safety oversight and redirection for residents with cognitive impairments, it does not currently operate a separate, secured memory care wing.

Residents may choose from studio or one-bedroom apartments, many of which were recently renovated and feature individual climate controls and emergency call lights. Amenities include a rooftop deck overlooking the Cincinnati skyline, a community library, a beauty salon and barbershop, and a pool. Dining features three chef-prepared meals daily, including low-sodium options, served in a communal setting. Monthly costs typically range from $2,000 to $5,300, which is below the local area average of $5,560.

Individuals seeking a smaller, award-recognized community with personalized care and structured daytime support may find this environment appropriate. Prospective residents should contact the administrator directly to verify current pricing and availability, and plan an in-person visit to evaluate the recent multimillion-dollar campus upgrades firsthand.

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Overview of Baptist Life Communities

Baptist Life Communities is a provider of housing, healthcare, and diverse services tailored to the 55+ community in Northern Kentucky. As a nonprofit organization grounded in faith, their commitment lies in offering effective solutions to the challenges faced by senior residents.
Baptist Life Communities eases residents into the transition and enriches their lifestyles through a curated selection of services and amenities, all facilitated by a devoted and compassionate team. With origins dating back to 1952, this assisted living community’s’ trajectory has been one of consistent growth and change. With a legacy of evolution and progress, they stand poised to provide unwavering care and support for years to come, ensuring a fulfilling and enriched life for every senior resident they serve. 

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Covington, KY

What is the average cost of assisted living in Covington, KY?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Covington, KY is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Covington, KY?

Assisted living in Covington, KY typically ranges from $4,300–$6,900 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Covington, KY?

Assisted living facilities in Covington, KY typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Covington, KY?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~15–20 licensed assisted living facilities in Covington, KY.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Kentucky?

Assisted living in Kentucky supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kentucky?

Assisted living in Kentucky is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Kentucky Medicaid cover assisted living?

Kentucky Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Kentucky) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.