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Best Assisted Living in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 198 assisted living communities in Kentucky 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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198 homes
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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,202The average monthly cost across facilities in Kentucky. 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: 41/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Kentucky. 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: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kentucky. 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.

Sunrise of Louisville
AL
MC
Louisville (Manor Creek)
94
Facility 94
KY AVG 82
Rank #120 / 341
Yes
21
Facility 21
KY AVG 41
Rank #329 / 423
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 9
Rank #3 / 149
A-
Brookdale Murray
AL
Murray
83
Facility 83
KY AVG 82
Rank #158 / 341
Yes
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 41
Rank #176 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 9
Rank #2 / 149
A+
Harmony at Tucker Station
AL
IL
MC
Louisville
92
Facility 92
KY AVG 82
Rank #128 / 341
Yes
44
Facility 44
KY AVG 41
Rank #200 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
KY AVG 9
Rank #49 / 149
-
Arcadia Senior Living Louisville
AL
IL
MC
RC
Louisville
127
Facility 127
KY AVG 82
Rank #40 / 341
No
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 41
Rank #224 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
KY AVG 9
Rank #51 / 149
-
Vitality Living St. Matthews
AL
IL
MC
NC
Louisville
70
Facility 70
KY AVG 82
Rank #189 / 341
Yes
72
Facility 72
KY AVG 41
Rank #42 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
KY AVG 9
Rank #15 / 149
A+
Brookdale Stonestreet
AL
NH
Louisville (Prairie Village)
60
Facility 60
KY AVG 82
Rank #223 / 341
Yes
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 41
Rank #382 / 423
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
11
Facility 11
KY AVG 9
Rank #42 / 149
A+
Sayre Christian Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
Lexington (Belleau Wood)
164
Facility 164
KY AVG 82
Rank #15 / 341
No
43
Facility 43
KY AVG 41
Rank #206 / 423
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 9
Rank #53 / 149
-
The Grand Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Louisville (Civic Way)
84
Facility 84
KY AVG 82
Rank #153 / 341
No
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 41
Rank #88 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 9
Rank #48 / 149
A+
Morning Pointe of Russell
AL
MC
Russell (Ashland)
68
Facility 68
KY AVG 82
Rank #194 / 341
Yes
8
Facility 8
KY AVG 41
Rank #377 / 423
Alcove / 1 Bed
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 9
Rank #25 / 149
-
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
A+
Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green
AL
IL
RC
Bowling Green
137
Facility 137
KY AVG 82
Rank #31 / 341
No
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 41
Rank #224 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
KY AVG 9
Rank #12 / 149
A+
Forest Hills Commons
AL
MC
RC
Louisville
119
Facility 119
KY AVG 82
Rank #60 / 341
No
73
Facility 73
KY AVG 41
Rank #40 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
KY AVG 9
Rank #42 / 149
-
The Willows at Springhurst
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
Louisville
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 82
Rank #218 / 341
Yes
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 41
Rank #261 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 9
Rank #52 / 149
A+
Arcadian Cove Senior Living
AL
RC
Richmond
49
Facility 49
KY AVG 82
Rank #264 / 341
No
0
Facility 0
KY AVG 41
Rank #407 / 423
1 Bed
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 9
Rank #34 / 149
A+
Carrollton Manor
AL
Carrollton
32
Facility 32
KY AVG 82
Rank #304 / 341
No
38
Facility 38
KY AVG 41
Rank #231 / 423
Private / Shared Rooms
41
Facility 41
KY AVG 9
Rank #7 / 149
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Overview of Frankfort Care and Rehabilitation

Frankfort Care and Rehabilitation nursing home focuses on conducting results-driven programs with cutting-edge technologies that specifically cater to the varying needs of the residents. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, hospice care, and respite care services– residents receive the highest standard of quality living while maintaining and respecting individuality and independence.

Seniors can feel confident and comfortable and know they belong in a home that offers 24-hour nursing care in a resort-like community with the utmost hospitality. They provide a range of services, such as wound care, diabetic care, pain management, medication management, and diabetes management – among a few.

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Overview of The Laurels, INC.

Make the most of your best years at The Laurels, Inc., a blissful retreat in Harlan, KY, offering assisted living and memory care. A compassionate and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock. Regular housekeeping, linen, and laundry services are also provided, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its comprehensive care and extensive amenities.

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Overview of Sparks Nursing Center

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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Overview of Golden Years Rest Home

Experience a worry-free lifestyle at Golden Years Rest Home, an outstanding community in Lackey, KY, that offers assisted living and memory care. Alongside exceptional care from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock, housekeeping and linen services are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay. Purposely built and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs tailored to their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community is a great option for those looking to live a blissful retirement with its dedicated services and exceptional amenities.

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Overview of Christian County Manor

Make every moment count at Christian County Manor, a distinct community in Hopkinsville, KY, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team that provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. With specially built and secure accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

Dedicated to improving residents’ cognition and living experiences, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is available to ensure residents take their prescriptions on time. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Shady Lawn

Create unforgettable moments at Shady Lawn, an idyllic retreat in Cynthiana, KY, that offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring beautifully furnished and secure accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also receive top-tier care tailored to their unique needs from a kind and highly skilled team available around the clock.

Residents are encouraged to learn new things and gain meaningful experiences with enriching activities and stimulating programs. Mealtimes also promotes familiarity with delicious and balanced meals, striving to meet their dietary needs for a delightful dining experience. The community’s warm and inviting setting makes it a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of Magnolia Springs Louisville

Situated in Louisville, KY, Magnolia Springs Louisville is an inviting senior living community that offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. Discover a finely crafted floor plan that best fits your style and needs with an array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose from. Specialized care services that are catered to your unique needs are available with the help of a full-time licensed nurse and welcoming care team trained to provide various assistance.

The community offers the highest quality care in a small, intimate environment that fosters a home-like atmosphere and a true sense of family. Here, residents are kept safe with regular wellness checks and emergency response systems installed for personal safety and peace of mind. Plenty of opportunities for socializing and enjoyment are provided by an array of interesting activities and amenities. These include restaurant-style dining, a bistro cafe, salon, fully-equipped health club, theater room, and more. Whatever your interests are, you’ll find something that’ll spark joy and happiness in you.

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Overview of Christian Health Center of Louisville

Christian Health Center of Louisville has been a cherished haven for seniors since its inception in 1884. Steeped in history and tradition, this esteemed facility provides a homey backdrop for seniors. Their staff is available 24 hours a day, providing exceptional support for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing needs. Various therapies are crafted to suit distinct circumstances, while private and semi-private rooms offer unmatched comfort and privacy. 
With an on-site chaplain, residents also have access to spiritual support that nurtures their faith and provides comfort during challenging times. The dining service is a culinary delight, offering delicious and nutritious meals, while the salon and barber shop renders opportunities for self-care. The outdoor spaces are a true treasure as well. With a balcony and other outdoor areas, residents can enjoy morning walks amidst the refreshing natural surroundings. These spaces provide opportunities for rejuvenation, and connection with nature, promoting holistic wellness in their twilight years.

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Overview of Vitality Living Stony Brook

Experience a better quality of life with Vitality Living Stony Brook, an outstanding community in Louisville, KY, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-notch care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Residents do not have to worry about their household responsibilities, with the community helping with housekeeping and laundry.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without the busy work, ensuring a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of The Springs at Stony Brook

Find the care you need at The Springs at Stony Brook, a distinct community in Louisville, KY, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents receive top-tier care for their unique needs around the clock from a compassionate and highly trained team. There’s no need to worry about household chores and daily activities, with the community helping with housekeeping and laundry.

Residents can meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences with a well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options in a restaurant-style setting. The community is ideal for those looking to age in one place, especially with its different levels of care and exceptional services.

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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 Kentucky

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 198 assisted living facilities in Kentucky. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Kentucky?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Kentucky, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Kentucky?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.