Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Lexington, KY

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Overview of Cedarhurst of Beaumont

Assisted living and memory care are the pair Cedarhurst of Beaumont keeps in Lexington, KY. Staff supervise within a secure setting on the memory side, and a wandering risk is why it’s arranged that way. Bathing, medication, and dressing all fall to assisted living, and a resident’s private space is still their own.

Both levels being here means somebody whose support needs climb does not also change community. The building holds 72 beds.

Prices open at $5,150 monthly for assisted living, with memory care at $8,500, the difference standing for the extra supervision and the secured setting. Respite is named among the services, for a short stay when a family caregiver needs cover.

Dining, a courtyard, walking paths, a library, a movie theater, Scheduled Transportatin, and Outings each appear in the amenities. Rehabilitation Services are listed too, and pets are allowed. Amy Abshire is the administrator.

$5,150/Month

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Overview of Richmond Place Senior Living

Richmond Place Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Lexington, KY, with 78 beds in the community. Independent living provides a private apartment with community services and no daily care. Assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps their own apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Respite care gives a family a short stay option when the usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while rehabilitation services can support a resident through a temporary recovery period. Vop Richmond Pl operates Richmond Place Senior Living.

Restaurant style, chef prepared dining includes choices ranging from gourmet cuisine to bistro fare. A pool and fitness center provide places for exercise, while wellness programs support wellness activities and a salon offers personal grooming services. Landscaped grounds and gardens give residents outdoor space, and the full calendar of social, educational, and recreational activities provides organized ways to participate. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with their pets.

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Overview of Richmond Place

At Richmond Place, residents have the freedom to live life on their own terms. This senior living community offers the perfect balance of staying connected to the Lexington area and being close to loved ones while also enjoying the benefits of a friendly and inclusive environment.
Richmond Place prioritizes the well-being of its residents by supporting their interests and passions and providing a sense of purpose.

With their LifeSTYLE Promise®, residents have the power to make choices, have flexibility, and maintain control over their daily lives. Additionally, their dedicated Health and Wellness Navigation team ensures that residents have all the resources and support they need, not only in the present but also in times of medical challenges, enabling them to live their best lives.

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Overview of Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care

Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care stands out in Lexington by offering a cottage-style community instead of one big building. Located at 191 Leestown Center Way, about 2.3 miles from the city center, it comprises five single-story cottages, each housing private one-bedroom apartments. This smaller-scale approach creates an intimate setting where residents thrive in contained environments with consistent attention to their daily needs.

The home caters to occupants needing memory care, assisted living, or respite services. A staff-to-resident ratio of 1 to 8 means they receive diligent support all day. This lower ratio is particularly crucial in memory care, where maintaining daily routines and personal familiarity bolsters resident well-being and helps staff provide attentive, personalized care rather than generic oversight. Dining is straightforward and home-focused: three meals daily plus snacks featuring simple, familiar entrees instead of formal restaurant-style service. The cottages include security features standard to communities supporting occupants who may wander, a vital safeguard in memory care settings. Daily life centers around the cottages, as the surrounding car-dependent neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 23, so a car is needed for most errands and activities. For residents and families, this means the facility’s interior environment and programming become the core of daily engagement.

The cottage model paired with the low staffing ratio and dual focus on memory care and assisted living makes Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care a pragmatic choice for families wanting a smaller, quieter setting where personalized routines and familiar faces matter most.

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Overview of Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community

Located in Lexington, Kentucky, Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community offers a comfortable and friendly living space for seniors. The community takes care of yard work and daily chores, allowing residents to focus on what truly matters: faith, family, friendships, and healthy living. Liberty Ridge provides various lifestyle options, including Assisted Living and Memory Care Apartments, as well as Independent Living Garden Homes.
The Assisted Living Apartments offer a perfect balance of independence and nearby assistance for older adults. Residents enjoy three restaurant-style meals per day, weekly housekeeping, cable, WiFi, and other convenient amenities that enhance their daily lives. The Memory Care “Neighborhood” provides personalized attention and guidance for individuals with memory loss, early-stage Alzheimer’s, and dementia. Trained professionals ensure a nurturing and fulfilling environment for residents, allowing them to spend quality time with their loved ones. For those seeking Independent Living, Easy Living Garden Homes are available, featuring two bedrooms with two baths, complete with appliances including a washer and dryer. These homes also offer a finished garage, vaulted ceilings in the living room and kitchen, fully landscaped yards, wall-to-wall carpeting, and an all-season sunroom.

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Overview of Central Kentucky Recovery Center, Unit 1

Ideally situated in the harmonious setting of Lexington, KY, Central Kentucky Recovery Center, Unit 1 is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. Residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and personal needs with a kind and highly skilled team available around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and tastes. Transfer assistance is also provided for convenience and safety. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment makes it an ideal retirement option.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

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

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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

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

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Lexington, KY is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Assisted living in Lexington, KY typically ranges from $4,500–$7,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

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

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.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

Assisted Living in Lexington at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,489The average monthly cost across facilities in Lexington, KY. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Lexington, 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: 62The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Lexington, KY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90