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| Sunrise of Louisville |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Louisville (Manor Creek) | 94
Facility
94
KY AVG
83
Rank
#120 / 341 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
KY AVG
41
Rank
#329 / 423 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 45
Facility
45
KY AVG
10
Rank
#3 / 132 | A- | - |
| Brookdale Murray |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Murray | 83
Facility
83
KY AVG
83
Rank
#158 / 341 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
KY AVG
41
Rank
#176 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
KY AVG
10
Rank
#2 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Harmony at Tucker Station |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Louisville | 92
Facility
92
KY AVG
83
Rank
#128 / 341 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
KY AVG
41
Rank
#200 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 6
Facility
6
KY AVG
10
Rank
#51 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Vitality Living St. Matthews |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Louisville | 70
Facility
70
KY AVG
83
Rank
#189 / 341 | Yes |
72
Facility
72
KY AVG
41
Rank
#42 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
KY AVG
10
Rank
#16 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Brookdale Stonestreet |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Louisville (Prairie Village) | 60
Facility
60
KY AVG
83
Rank
#223 / 341 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
KY AVG
41
Rank
#382 / 423 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed | 11
Facility
11
KY AVG
10
Rank
#44 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Sayre Christian Village |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Lexington (Belleau Wood) | 164
Facility
164
KY AVG
83
Rank
#16 / 341 | No |
43
Facility
43
KY AVG
41
Rank
#206 / 423 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
KY AVG
10
Rank
#53 / 132 | - | 1 |
| Morning Pointe of Russell |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Russell (Ashland) | 68
Facility
68
KY AVG
83
Rank
#194 / 341 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
KY AVG
41
Rank
#377 / 423 | Alcove / 1 Bed | 20
Facility
20
KY AVG
10
Rank
#28 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Thomas | 110
Facility
110
KY AVG
83
Rank
#70 / 341 | No |
48
Facility
48
KY AVG
41
Rank
#176 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
KY AVG
10
Rank
#29 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bowling Green | 137
Facility
137
KY AVG
83
Rank
#32 / 341 | No |
39
Facility
39
KY AVG
41
Rank
#224 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 37
Facility
37
KY AVG
10
Rank
#12 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Forest Hills Commons |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Louisville | 119
Facility
119
KY AVG
83
Rank
#60 / 341 | No |
73
Facility
73
KY AVG
41
Rank
#40 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
KY AVG
10
Rank
#44 / 132 | - | - |
| The Willows at Springhurst |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Louisville | 62
Facility
62
KY AVG
83
Rank
#218 / 341 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
KY AVG
41
Rank
#261 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
KY AVG
10
Rank
#52 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Arcadian Cove Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Richmond | 49
Facility
49
KY AVG
83
Rank
#264 / 341 | No |
0
Facility
0
KY AVG
41
Rank
#407 / 423 | 1 Bed | 16
Facility
16
KY AVG
10
Rank
#34 / 132 | A+ | - |
| Twin Rivers Nursing And Rehab Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Owensboro | 132
Facility
132
KY AVG
83
Rank
#36 / 341 | No |
52
Facility
52
KY AVG
41
Rank
#147 / 423 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
KY AVG
10
Rank
#53 / 132 | A+ | 3 |
| Carrollton Manor |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Carrollton | 32
Facility
32
KY AVG
83
Rank
#304 / 341 | No |
38
Facility
38
KY AVG
41
Rank
#231 / 423 | Private / Shared Rooms | 41
Facility
41
KY AVG
10
Rank
#7 / 132 | - | - |
| Signature Healthcare at Hillcrest |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Owensboro | 156
Facility
156
KY AVG
83
Rank
#18 / 341 | No |
1
Facility
1
KY AVG
41
Rank
#404 / 423 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
KY AVG
10
Rank
#53 / 132 | - | 4 |
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Danville Centre for Health and Rehabilitation is a healthcare center in Danville, KY. It offers short-term rehabilitative care as well as long-term care, emphasizing quality care in a homelike environment. The facility provides a variety of clinical care programs, along with physical, occupational, and speech therapies.
Breckinridge Place is a non-profit continuing care retirement community located in Morganfield, KY. It provides skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, assisted living, and independent living services. Residents can enjoy a home-like environment with personalized care and various daily activities.
Redbanks Colonial Terrace is a nursing center located in Sebree, Kentucky. It offers 24-hour skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services in a compassionate environment. The facility is designed to provide comfort and support for long-term care and recovery.
Westminster Terrace is a senior living community located in Westminster, California. It offers assisted living, independent living, and short-term stay options, providing personalized care in a warm, home-like environment. Residents can enjoy a variety of amenities and engaging activities designed to enhance their well-being.
Nazareth Home Clifton is a senior living community located in Louisville, Kentucky. It offers a range of services including personal care, memory care, long-term care, recovery to home, and independent living. The community is dedicated to providing compassionate and person-centered care to its residents.
New Castle Nursing & Rehab is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in New Castle, Kentucky. The facility is committed to providing high-quality care in a safe environment, treating each resident like family. It offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, activities, and social services.
Redbanks is a senior living community in Henderson, KY. It offers a variety of services including skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living. The community is designed to provide a comfortable and caring environment for its residents.
Carmel Manor is a skilled nursing and personal care community located in Ft. Thomas, Kentucky. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, personal care, and rehabilitation. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate care in a welcoming environment.
Wurtland Nursing & Rehabilitation provides compassionate skilled nursing care. It offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation, occupational therapy, speech therapy, outpatient therapy, memory care, long-term care, hospice care, and respite care. The facility is located in Wurtland, Kentucky.
Woodland Oaks is a senior living facility located in Ashland, Kentucky. It offers rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, and respite services. The facility provides a variety of amenities to enhance the well-being of its residents.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- Includes
- 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.
- 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 52 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.
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