Page 13 of Best Assisted Living in Kentucky

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Overview of Fern Terra of Owensboro

Fern Terra of Owensboro provides assisted living and residential care options in Owensboro, Kentucky. Assisted living services support residents with everyday personal tasks, including dressing, bathing, and managing medications, while allowing them to maintain their own personal space.

Established in 2007, this 36-bed location features both private and semi-private room layouts under the direction of administrator Sylvia Martin. Short-term respite care stays accommodate temporary coverage needs for primary caregivers. Daily programming includes group games, social events, live music, local shopping trips, and scheduled religious services both on campus and nearby.

Dedicated transportation carries residents to off-site medical appointments. Holding an 80 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood ranks as very walkable for nearby errands.

Interested residents and their representatives can call Fern Terra of Owensboro to tour the building, review short-term care options, or discuss coverage options.

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Overview of Morningside of Bowling Green

Morningside of Bowling Green offers assisted living and respite care in Bowling Green, KY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space; respite care provides a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community is in the Eastland Park neighborhood, where the Walk Score is 38 out of 100. Most errands require a car or a ride, and Morningside of Bowling Green may suit a family seeking assisted living or a short term care option for a resident who needs support while a caregiver is temporarily unavailable.

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Overview of The Bungalows at Mayfield

Nestled in the neighborhood of Mayfield, KY, The Bungalows at Mayfield is a dedicated senior living community that offers assisted living and respite care services. Here, residents have the discretion to choose from a variety of accommodations with several floor plans depending on their needs. With its trained and supportive team, residents feel purpose and connection in their entire stay. In terms of respite care, it offers a short-term one that can last continuously up to 60 days.

The community is committed to fostering a nurturing and all-inclusive environment wherein residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities and services. These include daily housekeeping, daily wellness checks, personal laundry and linen service, individualized care plans, etc. True to its goals and objectives, The Bungalows at Mayfield assures a senior living worth remembering.

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Overview of King’s Daughters & Sons Home for Senior Living

King’s Daughters & Sons Home for Senior Living provides assisted living in Ashland, KY. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping their own apartment. That combination may suit someone who needs regular support without daily nursing care.

The home has 36 beds, creating a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. A Walk Score of 76 / 100 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Kings’ Daughters’ & Sons’ Home For Aged Men & Wome operates the home.

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Overview of The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Lexington

The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Lexington is a trusted memory care home program and activities designed to help individuals develop an active lifestyle and hassle-free living while maintaining independence through a personalized-style approach in a nurturing setting. The Lantern is a vibrant home-like atmosphere with world-class service that elevates their daily living in a nurturing environment.
Expect nothing but quality regarding their services: management promotes independence for its residents while receiving full daily support. Other community services include housekeeping, transportation, medication management, and specialized memory care programs and activities.

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Overview of The Victorian at Riverside

The Victorian at Riverside offers assisted living and respite care in Covington, KY. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain daily routines. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, so the community may be a good fit for a family seeking temporary support.

The community has 40 beds, giving families a clear indication of its available residential capacity. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet while living at the community. A Walk Score of 61 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, and William Konop serves as administrator.

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Overview of Oak Ridge Retirement Center

Oak Ridge Retirement Center offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Madisonville, Kentucky. With 33 beds and several levels of support, the community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting where care can adapt as needs change, while respite stays can suit families needing short term support.

Mary Lyn Troop serves as administrator. Residents have access to restaurant style dining, salon services, and fitness opportunities, and the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 70 out of 100.

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Overview of Stilley House Assisted Living

With 56 beds, Stilley House Assisted Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Benton, KY. Residents have access to care around the clock with 24-hour staffing available and licensed nurses on-site. The community also provides temporary stays for those whose primary caregivers need time away.

Administered by Jennifer Brown, the community allows pets, so a resident may be able to continue living with an animal companion. A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Additionally, scheduled transportation is available for appointments and errands, giving residents an arranged option for those trips.

Chef-prepared meals made with fresh ingredients are served in a restaurant-style setting, while a salon and barber, wellness and activities programs, and a peaceful garden provide on-site options for grooming, structured activities, and outdoor time. Housekeeping and linen services, as well as utilities also help with residents’ household tasks.

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Overview of Parkside Manor I

Physical and occupational therapies operate inside Parkside Manor I, so a resident needing rehabilitation is not scheduling it with an outside clinic and finding a way there. The 51-bed assisted living community in Cynthiana, Kentucky, helps residents with bathing, dressing, and medication while leaving them a private living space.

Resident Transportation covers trips past the property line. With a walk score of 68, some errands finish on foot, which keeps a few outings within a resident’s own control after the car keys go.

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Overview of Sterling Meadows Assisted Living

Sterling Meadows Assisted Living delivers daily personal support in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, enabling residents to maintain private living spaces while receiving help with bathing, dressing, and managing medications. Established in 1964, the 43-bed residence offers a smaller setting where individuals can comfortably connect with neighbors and staff.

Administrator Susan Abercrombie manages the property, which features an outdoor courtyard with seating, a salon, on-site rehabilitation services, and scheduled activities. Pet-friendly policies allow residents to move in with their companion animals. Local transportation is available for area travel, and a 67 walk score indicates that some neighborhood errands can be handled on foot.

Families can reach out to Sterling Meadows Assisted Living to request details about apartment availability or arrange a tour of the grounds.

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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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Assisted Living in Kentucky at a glance

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: 40/ 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: 63The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kentucky. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 202 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.