Page 15 of Best Assisted Living in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 202 assisted living communities in KY using KY Cabinet for Health & Family Services (CHFS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in KY
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Info below is compiled from the KY Cabinet for Health & Family Services (CHFS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
StoryPoint Louisville South (Ponder Creek Estates)
AL
IL
Louisville (Waverly Hills)
-Yes
9
Facility 9
KY AVG 40
Rank #170 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
St. Charles Community
AL
ADC
IL
RC
Covington
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 63
Rank #161 / 166
No
6
Facility 6
KY AVG 40
Rank #184 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Central Kentucky Recovery Center, Unit 2
AL
Lexington
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 63
Rank #161 / 166
No
11
Facility 11
KY AVG 40
Rank #165 / 193
Single / Double Rooms
Waynesburg Manor, LLC
AL
Waynesburg (Hustonville)
28
Facility 28
KY AVG 63
Rank #142 / 166
No
2
Facility 2
KY AVG 40
Rank #192 / 193
Private / Shared Rooms
Highgrove at Tates Creek
AL
IL
MC
Lexington
89
Facility 89
KY AVG 63
Rank #32 / 166
No-Behavioral Health (59), Dementia Care (30)
Ivy Knoll
AL
ADC
IL
RC
Covington
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 63
Rank #103 / 166
No
42
Facility 42
KY AVG 40
Rank #93 / 193
-
Pleasant Meadows Assisted Living – Frankfort
AL
Frankfort
19
Facility 19
KY AVG 63
Rank #156 / 166
Yes
19
Facility 19
KY AVG 40
Rank #149 / 193
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Rose Anna Hughes Home
AL
Louisville (Buechel)
-No
60
Facility 60
KY AVG 40
Rank #42 / 193
Studio
The Summit of Edgewood
AL
MC
RC
Edgewood
52
Facility 52
KY AVG 63
Rank #94 / 166
Yes
44
Facility 44
KY AVG 40
Rank #85 / 193
-
Sparks Nursing Center
AL
NH
Central City
88
Facility 88
KY AVG 63
Rank #36 / 166
No
11
Facility 11
KY AVG 40
Rank #165 / 193
Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other KY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 202 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Central Kentucky Recovery Center, Unit 2

Central Kentucky Recovery Center, Unit 2, is an outstanding community in Lexington, KY, offering assisted living. With a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock, residents receive exceptional care for their unique needs. A hassle-free lifestyle is also guaranteed, as housekeeping and laundry are taken care of.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs. Catering to special diets, delightful and nutritious meals are served for a worry-free dining experience. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its top-tier services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of StoryPoint Louisville South (ponder Creek Estates)

Set in the historic city of Louisville, Kentucky, StoryPoint Louisville South (Ponder Creek Estates) is an award winning independent living community that offers a vibrant setting for seniors who wish to maintain an active and independent lifestyle. Residents here are free to do what they want with most of the daily chores taken care of. The community guarantees each resident a comfortable residence with its wide array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans.

There’s never a scarcity of fun things to do with a packed calendar of social and recreational activities, as well as an array of exercise, fitness and wellness programs for maintaining residents’ well-being. Residents never skip out on delicious and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team in collaboration with a registered dietician. Plenty of convenient amenities, such as a library, salon, activity room, and spacious lounge, are offered to make residents’ lives more comfortable and convenient.

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Ivy Knoll

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

A Walk Score of 42 makes Ivy Knoll in Covington, Kentucky, a car-dependent address. An errand turns into an appointment because it needs somebody with keys and the free time to drive residents out and back again. A resident who has stopped driving will feel that most acutely.

The community runs assisted living, independent living, adult day care, and respite care across 54 beds. Assisted living is a short list of tasks it generally assists with: medication management, bathing, and getting dressed. It pretty much stops after that. Independent living drops even that, leaving residents mostly to their own private lives but with the added benefit of community services.

Adult daycare is somewhere for a parent or aging spouse to be rather than somewhere for them to move in to, and they go home at the end of the day/ Respite care runs just for as long as someone’s primary caretaker needs to get their own affairs in order, whether that’s traveling out of town or dealing with an unexpected illness.

Ivy Knoll fits people who need daily help. It fits familyies who need daytime cover, and caregivers who need a short break. Northern Kentucky Assisted Living operates th community.

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Overview of Highgrove at Tates Creek

Highgrove at Tates Creek is a 56-bed senior living community at 4251 Saron Drive in Lexington, Kentucky. Managed by Continental Senior Communities under Kentucky license number 101511, the facility serves Fayette County and holds the 2026 Best of Senior Living Provider Award.

As a licensed assisted living and memory care provider rather than a Medicare-certified nursing home, Highgrove is not subject to the federal skilled nursing facility (SNF) inspection framework and does not carry a CMS star rating. Licensure and inspections are conducted by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services; based on current focused filings, the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. The care model provides 24-hour staffing and personal assistance for residents who require help with daily tasks but do not need continuous hospital-level nursing care.

The campus offers an adaptive support model that includes independent living cottages, traditional assisted living, and specialized memory care. Assisted living residents receive personalized assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, supported by an emergency response system for 24-hour safety. The memory care program supports individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia through a secure household featuring specialized daily routines and cognitive therapy. Clinical services include medication management, podiatry, and coordination for on-site rehabilitation therapies to support physical and occupational health.

Positioned as a resort-style community, Highgrove features upscale amenities including an on-site pub with daily happy hour, a movie theater, a chapel, and a full-service beauty salon. Residential options range from independent living cottages to assisted living suites with high ceilings, crown molding, and modern kitchens featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The all-inclusive service model covers restaurant-style dining in formal or bistro venues, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, and scheduled transportation to local medical providers and shopping. Outdoor common spaces include communal gardens and a landscaped patio for social interaction.

Those seeking a premium community with a broad care spectrum and resort-caliber amenities in the Tates Creek corridor may find this environment appropriate. Individuals evaluating the facility should contact the administration directly to discuss current unit pricing, which typically starts at approximately $2,950 for independent living and $3,950 for assisted living, and schedule an in-person tour to assess the specialized memory care household firsthand.

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Overview of Pleasant Meadows Assisted Living – Frankfort

Discover a nurturing retirement environment at Pleasant Meadows Assisted Living – Frankfort, a remarkable senior living community in Frankfort, KY, offering excellent assisted living services. The community features a compassionate and reliable care team available 24 hours a day to support residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication reminders and more. Offering an intimate environment consisting of 19 excellently designed private rooms, the community allows for tight-knit connections and easier provision of care to residents.

Residents are free to indulge in fun and engaging activities without worrying about their daily chores, thanks to the community’s reliable housekeeping and maintenance team. Three nutritious home cooked meals are served family-style in the cozy dining room that fosters meaningful conversations and bonding over mealtimes. The community is also secured with emergency response systems, intercoms, and security cameras installed throughout the community, giving residents utmost peace of mind.

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Overview of The Summit of Edgewood

The Summit of Edgewood in Edgewood, Kentucky, provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living supports residents with daily routines like dressing, bathing, and managing medications. Memory care programs deliver structured supervision in a secured environment for individuals navigating cognitive decline, while respite care provides temporary stays during caregiver breaks.

Housing options across the 52-bed community include studio and one-bedroom units. On-site features include a dining room, outdoor courtyards, gardens, and pet-friendly policies. Local transportation is available to help residents navigate the surrounding neighborhood, which carries a walk score of 44 and generally requires vehicle transit for errands.

Prospective residents and their families can reach out to The Summit of Edgewood to review available floor plans, discuss personal care needs, and take a tour of the grounds.

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Overview of Rose Anna Hughes Home

Rose Anna Hughes Home sits in the Buechel neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky, offering personal care and respite care out of a two-story building. Studio apartments run about 300 square feet, and residents can choose a private or semi-private layout. The area is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 60, so some errands work on foot while others still call for a car.

Personal care covers the basics that add up: help with daily activities, medication reminders, medication administration, and nursing support. Respite care sits alongside that, giving primary caregivers a real break when they need one. The stated goal here is independence, with staff support built in rather than handed off entirely.

Community life leans social; there are cooking classes, reading circles, and group singing to give residents a reason to show up and talk to each other, not just pass in a hallway. Pricing runs on one all-inclusive monthly rate, so meals, activities, and core services come bundled instead of itemized.

Coverage options run wide too; Rose Anna Hughes Home takes applications through several Kentucky programs. That list includes the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver, the Kentucky Homecare Program, the Hart-Supported Living Program, and the Medicare Savings Program. National family caregiver support and VA benefits for eligible veterans round out the options.

Rose Anna Hughes Home is a fit for two kinds of families. There are those looking for steady personal care in a small, bundled setting, and those who just need a respite stay while a caregiver catches their breath. The mix of hands-on support and built-in social programming gives both groups something concrete to work with.

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Overview of Sparks Nursing Center

Sparks Nursing Center offers nursing home and assisted living care in Central City, KY. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing and daily assistance, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Having both options may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The center has 88 beds, with private and semi private rooms for residents who want a room alone or prefer to share with another resident. Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option when personal savings may not cover the full cost of care. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities, while the salon, pool, monthly resident council, and weekly church services provide grooming, recreation, resident participation, and worship on site.

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Overview of Waynesburg Manor

Waynesburg Manor provides assisted living in Waynesburg, KY, in the Hustonville neighborhood. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in private or shared rooms.

The community has 28 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms provide individual living space, while shared rooms suit someone who wants to live with a companion. Carroll Management Group operates Waynesburg Manor.

Contact Waynesburg Manor, LLC

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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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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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.