Best Assisted Living in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 198 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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Sayre Christian Village
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lexington
164
Facility 164
KY AVG 62
Rank #2 / 165
No
43
Facility 43
KY AVG 40
Rank #89 / 192
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 18
Rank #37 / 49
-1
Pennyrile Home Inc.
AL
Hopkinsville
94
Facility 94
KY AVG 62
Rank #24 / 165
No
53
Facility 53
KY AVG 40
Rank #56 / 192
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-A+3
Brookdale Murray
AL
Murray
83
Facility 83
KY AVG 62
Rank #42 / 165
Yes
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 40
Rank #71 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 18
Rank #1 / 49
A+-
Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green
AL
IL
RC
Bowling Green
137
Facility 137
KY AVG 62
Rank #3 / 165
Yes
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 40
Rank #97 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
KY AVG 18
Rank #7 / 49
A+-
Vitality Living St. Matthews
AL
IL
MC
NH
Louisville
70
Facility 70
KY AVG 62
Rank #63 / 165
Yes
72
Facility 72
KY AVG 40
Rank #16 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
KY AVG 18
Rank #11 / 49
A+-
Arcadia Senior Living Louisville
AL
IL
MC
RC
Louisville
127
Facility 127
KY AVG 62
Rank #6 / 165
No
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 40
Rank #97 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
KY AVG 18
Rank #10 / 49
B--
Sunrise of Louisville
AL
MC
Louisville (Manor Creek)
94
Facility 94
KY AVG 62
Rank #24 / 165
Yes
21
Facility 21
KY AVG 40
Rank #143 / 192
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 18
Rank #2 / 49
A--
The Willows at Springhurst
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Louisville
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 62
Rank #76 / 165
Yes
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 40
Rank #110 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 18
Rank #36 / 49
A+-
Treyton Oak Towers
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Louisville (Old Louisville)
113
Facility 113
KY AVG 62
Rank #13 / 165
No
85
Facility 85
KY AVG 40
Rank #1 / 192
Comprehensive Personal Care (53), NF (Nursing Facility) (60)
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 18
Rank #37 / 49
--
Charter Senior Living of Hopkinsville
AL
MC
RC
Hopkinsville
82
Facility 82
KY AVG 62
Rank #44 / 165
Yes
42
Facility 42
KY AVG 40
Rank #92 / 192
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
KY AVG 18
Rank #7 / 49
A+-

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 198 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Sayre Christian Village

Sayre Christian Village offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Lexington, KY. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while a resident keeps a private living space, while independent living provides private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite care is available for a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time, because moving to another level of care may not require leaving the community. Sayre Christian Village has 164 beds, with 99% occupancy, meaning nearly all beds are occupied at the stated occupancy level. One bed and two bed housing options can suit an individual or a couple moving together.

Short term rehab and rehabilitation services support temporary recovery without making rehabilitation the resident’s permanent care arrangement. Skilled Memory Care provides the community’s memory focused program, while worship services give residents an on site way to attend religious services and guest suites provide visiting family members with a place to stay. Sayre Christian Village nursing home operates the community. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a qualifying hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a longer stay when savings are limited, and private pay means the resident or family pays directly.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. A Walk Score of 43 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for errands.

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Overview of Pennyrile Home

Pennyrile Home is an assisted living community in Hopkinsville, KY. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while keeping a personal living space. Private and semi private rooms are available, giving someone the choice of having a room alone or sharing with a companion.

The setting may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support and prefers either a private or shared room. Pennyrile Home has 94 beds, and 99% are occupied, so nearly all residential capacity is in use. Its Walk Score of 53 places the area in a somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can manage some outings independently. Pennyrile I operates the community.

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Overview of Brookdale Murray

Brookdale Murray, located in Murray, KY, is a community for assisted living where every resident has their own apartment and staff help with daily activities. Short respite stays, each with a set end, cover the time the primary caregiver requires for a break or to recuperate. The community suits anyone needing daily assistance, families seeking temporary support, or individuals wishing to bring a pet.

The 83 beds are distributed among studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom units. In a studio, all activities take place in a single room. A two-bedroom is suitable for a couple or for someone who desires nearby companionship. Assisted living costs begin at $4,890 per month.

At 48, the area is car-dependent, and a resident who has relinquished their car keys will require a ride for most errands. Inside, there’s a salon, along with gardening, fitness classes, and games as activities.

Menus are created based on resident input and incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients, allowing residents to influence what is provided. Stepahnie Edwards serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $4,890/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green

Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green provides independent living, assisted living, and short-term respite care in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Independent living gives self-sufficient residents access to communal amenities without personal assistance, while assisted living offers daily help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Respite stays give family caregivers brief coverage during travel or recovery.

Managed by administrator Jim Britt, the 137-bed community features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Offering multiple levels of care in one location lets residents transition smoothly to higher assistance as personal needs change.

Amenities include restaurant-style dining, fitness programs, educational events, rehabilitation services, and scheduled local transportation. Pets are permitted inside the residence. A walk score of 39 indicates a car-dependent neighborhood, though community-provided transit helps residents travel off site.

Prospective residents interested in exploring available apartments or learning about care packages can reach out to Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green to schedule a visit.

$3,300/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Vitality Living St. Matthews

Burrowed in a tranquil neighborhood in Jefferson County, Louisville, KY, Vitality Living St. Matthews is a thriving senior living community that offers independent living and assisted living services. Recognized as a Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. News and World Report, the community guarantees nothing but excellence in senior lifestyle services. Residents here enjoy 24/7 licensed support provided by a team of caring licensed nurses, complemented with a 24-hour emergency call system for added security and safety.

The community offers an array of spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom senior apartments, guaranteeing residents will find the accommodation that best fits their lifestyle needs and preferences. Housekeeping and maintenance services are also offered to let residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle and allow them to freely participate in community activities and explore their delightful amenities. From daily chef-prepared meals and on-site physical therapy to well-designed community spaces and daily programming, residents here have the necessities they need to live a fulfilling lifestyle.

$3,900/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Arcadia Senior Living Louisville

Arcadia Senior Living Louisville provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Louisville, KY. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care types may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time, since different levels of support are available within the community.

Arcadia Senior Living Louisville has 127 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio is a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

A salon and spa give residents access to personal care appointments within the community, while rehabilitation services provide therapy as part of the available care offerings. Chef prepared meals are served in a restaurant style setting, giving residents dining prepared for them in a format that resembles a restaurant meal.

With a Walk Score of 39, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride, including for residents who no longer drive. Michele Davis serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sunrise of Louisville

Sunrise of Louisville in Louisville, KY, delivers structured assisted living and specialized memory care options. Assisted living assists residents with daily activities like dressing, bathing, and managing medications while they live in private apartments. Secured memory care features continuous supervision for individuals prone to wandering, allowing care levels to transition as personal needs change.

Housing 94 beds, the community offers studio, suite, and one-bedroom accommodations. On-site policies welcome household pets, enabling residents to keep companion animals in their homes.

Off-site trips generally require personal or arranged transportation to reach surrounding businesses and medical offices in the area.

Prospective residents looking for personal care or memory support in Louisville can reach out to the main office to check unit availability or schedule a tour of the facility.

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The Willows at Springhurst

3101 N Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40241
Overview of The Willows at Springhurst

The Willows at Springhurst provides nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Louisville, KY. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Several care levels on one campus may make The Willows at Springhurst a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change without moving to another community. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

Room options include a studio, an apartment with one bedroom, or an apartment with two bedrooms. A studio provides a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can accommodate a couple or companion. The community has 62 beds.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 54 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. The starting price is $3,029 per month, but that figure is not assigned to a specific care level, so it does not show what a particular resident’s monthly care plan would cost. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.

Residents can use a fitness center, salon, restaurant style dining with chef prepared meals and menu choices, and a private dining room for family events. Vitality wellness classes include strength training, balance training, yoga, tai chi, stretching, dancing, and walking clubs. Pets are allowed.

Carla Sieckert serves as administrator, and Trilogy Health Services is the owner. A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than being accessible on foot. A resident who no longer drives would therefore need transportation for typical errands.

Starting Price $3,029/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Treyton Oak Towers

Treyton Oak Towers in Louisville, KY’s Old Louisville neighborhood, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and 24-hour skilled nursing on a single campus. Operating since 1984 under Third And Oak, the community provides independent living quarters alongside shared services, while assisted living helps with personal daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and managing medication routines. Secured memory care delivers specialized supervision for residents living with cognitive impairments, and skilled nursing supplies continuous licensed clinical care.

Housing 113 beds, the property features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans that allow couples to move together or enable single residents to transition between care levels as health needs evolve. Clinical staff deliver an average of 4 hours and 6 minutes of direct nurse staffing per resident each day. Campus amenities include a swimming pool, beauty salon, physical rehabilitation services, wellness programming, and spiritual services.

Financial coverage accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds. Featuring an 85 walk score, the neighborhood is highly walkable, enabling non-driving residents to manage most everyday errands on foot independently.

Prospective residents seeking multi-level senior living or long-term nursing care can contact Treyton Oak Towers to inquire about apartment layouts or schedule an in-person tour.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Hopkinsville

With 82 beds, Charter Senior Living of Hopkinsville is a etirement community in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Located near downtown and Baptist Health Deaconess Hospital, the community provides studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments in a single-story setting.

Additionally, the community features 56 units dedicated to behavioral and cognitive care alongside 26 memory care units for individuals living with dementia. Under the leadership of Executive Director Marianne Kehr, who has 20 years of senior living experience, residents also receive 24-hour staffing, nursing services, emergency call systems, and the security of a controlled perimeter.

Furthermore, daily life is enhanced through Charter Senior Living’s Flourish℠ life-enrichment program, complemented by scheduled transportation, three nutritious meals each day, housekeeping, laundry services, a full-service salon, a discovery room, a resource library with computers, and landscaped outdoor spaces. Short-term respite care is also available for families needing temporary support.

Assisted living rates begin at $3,695 per month for a studio apartment, while memory care starts at $5,295 per month.

$3,695/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Contact Charter Senior Living of Hopkinsville

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: 62The 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 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.