Page 9 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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Sansbury Care Center
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Saint Catharine
59
Facility 59
KY AVG 63
Rank #85 / 166
No
5
Facility 5
KY AVG 40
Rank #187 / 193
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Dominion Senior Living of Richmond
AL
MC
Richmond
84
Facility 84
KY AVG 63
Rank #40 / 166
Yes
25
Facility 25
KY AVG 40
Rank #138 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed-
Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm
AL
IL
MC
Lexington
38
Facility 38
KY AVG 63
Rank #125 / 166
No
71
Facility 71
KY AVG 40
Rank #20 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Fern Terrace Of Owensboro
AL
RESC
Owensboro
68
Facility 68
KY AVG 63
Rank #67 / 166
No
42
Facility 42
KY AVG 40
Rank #93 / 193
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms-
Friendship Towers
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lexington (Belleau Woods)
117
Facility 117
KY AVG 63
Rank #11 / 166
Yes
21
Facility 21
KY AVG 40
Rank #144 / 193
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Fern Terrace of Bowling Green
AL
RESC
Bowling Green
114
Facility 114
KY AVG 63
Rank #12 / 166
No
72
Facility 72
KY AVG 40
Rank #16 / 193
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Calumet Trace – A Charter Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Owensboro (Gateway Commons)
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 63
Rank #154 / 166
Yes
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 40
Rank #72 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed-
Golden Years Rest Home
AL
MC
Lackey (Wayland)
84
Facility 84
KY AVG 63
Rank #40 / 166
No
8
Facility 8
KY AVG 40
Rank #174 / 193
Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms3
Cornerstone Manor LLC
AL
MC
Scottsville
36
Facility 36
KY AVG 63
Rank #127 / 166
No
33
Facility 33
KY AVG 40
Rank #116 / 193
Private / Shared Rooms3
Daisy Hill Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Versailles
79
Facility 79
KY AVG 63
Rank #54 / 166
Yes
59
Facility 59
KY AVG 40
Rank #44 / 193
1 Bed / 2 Bed-

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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 Calumet Trace – a Charter Senior Living Community

Located in Owensboro, Kentucky, Calumet Trace is a retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Situated about three miles from downtown, the 20-bed community features studio and one-bedroom apartments in a quiet three-story setting. Visitors are also welcome 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

It is led by Executive Director Justin Carwile, who holds a master’s degree in health administration and has eight years of long-term care experience. Meanwhile, older adults receive around-the-clock support from licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, and trained caregivers who develop individualized care plans based on each resident’s needs and preferences.

Daily life is enriched through Charter Senior Living’s Flourish℠ Programming, along with restaurant-style dining and transportation services. Amenities such as a beauty salon, reading lounge, card room, and landscaped outdoor spaces are also available. Furthermore, short-term respite care is available for families seeking temporary support or transitional care.

Monthly rates start at $3,195 for independent living, $4,395 for assisted living, and $5,895 for memory care. Despite its smaller size, Calumet Trace provides a personalized environment that encourages close staff-resident relationships and individualized attention for older adults.

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Overview of Friendship Towers

Create unforgettable moments at Friendship Towers, an idyllic retreat in Lexington, KY, offering independent living and assisted living. The community features cozy and purposely built one- and two-bedroom accommodations, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also have a worry-free lifestyle with laundry spaces on-site and weekly housekeeping.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and wellness opportunities. All-day dining is also provided, ensuring residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its vibrant and welcoming setting.

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Overview of Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm

A proud member of the Atlas Senior Living Group, Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm is one of the trusted assisted living and memory care communities in the city. The  assisted living and memory community is simply beautiful and timeless, providing an ideal environment for seniors to age with purpose. They try to get to know each resident as an individual and treat them like family members so they can offer more authentic and attentive personalized care. Legacy Reserve is where seniors can find a sense of belonging and purpose, surrounded by caring staff who are dedicated to making their golden years special.
As an Atlas Senior Living community, Legacy Ridge provides a supportive environment that fosters growth, independence, and dignity. Seniors here can stay active and engaged with popular amenities like mental games, dancing, and socializing.

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Overview of Daisy Hill Senior Living

Daisy Hills offers housing for seniors who seek to find balanced quality services at an affordable rate. Residents can feel confident with the lifestyle they’ll be able to enjoy during their stay, and their families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in the best environment for retirement. Staff follow a resident-centered approach to personal care for each assisted living, independent living senior.

The Daisy Hill lifestyle is centered on its residents’ holistic wellness; services and amenities include a fitness studio, salon and spa, walking paths, an education center, housekeeping, transportation, housekeeping, recreational activities, and special events.

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Overview of Fern Terrace of Owensboro

Fern Terrace sits at 45 Woodford Ave in Owensboro, three stories tall, with 68 beds split between private and semi-private rooms. So if someone wants their own space, or would rather share, there’s room for both. The area’s Walk Score comes in at 42, which the data calls somewhat walkable. Translation: you might be able to walk to a couple things nearby, but you’re probably driving for most errands.

Staff here handle medications and provide care around the clock, day and night, no gaps. They also arrange transportation to medical appointments, which honestly takes a lot off a family’s plate logistically. And residents can see a physician, psychiatrist, dentist, optometrist, and podiatrist right on site.

Activities get scheduled regularly to keep residents connected to each other, and there’s fitness and recreation built into the mix too. Transportation isn’t just for medical runs, either. It supports getting out into the wider community.

Simpson Family Holdings II, LLC operates Fern Terrace. Put simply: this is a mid-sized community built around consistent staffing and a decent lineup of on-site medical access, in a stretch of Owensboro where you’ll want a car more often than not. For a family weighing round-the-clock support against a place that still makes room for social connection, that combination is basically what Fern Terrace offers.

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Overview of Dominion Senior Living of Richmond

Dominion Senior Living of Richmond provides assisted living and memory care services in Richmond, Kentucky. Led by Executive Director Donna Agee, the community features 84 beds within a two-story building and offers both studio and one-bedroom apartment options for older adults seeking private accommodations with access to supportive care.

A strong emphasis is placed on healthcare coordination through services such as medication management, diabetes support, monthly wellness assessments, and in-house laboratory services. The care team works closely with physicians and pharmacies, while a medical director oversees clinical operations to help ensure continuity of care as residents’ needs change.

Residents also benefit from transportation assistance, fitness opportunities, and recreational programs that encourage an active and engaged lifestyle. Thoughtfully designed interiors with high ceilings and comfortable furnishings create a welcoming atmosphere, and pet-friendly policies allow older adults to remain with their companion animals.

Located about two and a half miles from Baptist Health Richmond Allergy & Asthma, the community offers convenient access to nearby healthcare resources. The surrounding area has limited walkability, making transportation helpful for most errands and appointments. With both assisted living and memory care available, residents can access additional support without leaving the community as their care needs evolve.

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Overview of Fern Terrace of Bowling Green

Fern Terrace of Bowling Green is a senior community located in close proximity to the Greenwood Mall. This prime location offers convenience with abundant shopping opportunities and access to social events. As an excellent choice for seniors, Fern Terrace not only prioritizes comfort and safety but also creates an ideal atmosphere where residents can find tranquility while receiving top-notch care.
With 24-hour staffing, health monitoring, and assistance with medication administration, Fern Terrace ensures that residents’ needs are met around the clock. Personal care is delivered with precision and attention, guaranteeing optimal support. Companionship flourishes within the home-like atmosphere of Fern Terrace, where residents are surrounded by amazing amenities that enhance their quality of life. Each day, a variety of in-house and outdoor activities are available, fostering engagement and enjoyment. Local churches provide entertainment and religious opportunities, further enriching the residents’ experiences. Additionally, a computer learning center offers opportunities for new skills and enjoyment.

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Overview of Cornerstone Manor

Cherish every moment of your golden years at Cornerstone Manor, a distinguished community in Scottsville, KY, offering assisted living and memory care. Alongside specially designed accommodations, exceptional care is also provided to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Residents enjoy a hassle-free living, as housekeeping and laundry are taken care of.

Dedicated to improving residents’ cognition and living experiences, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Residents also enjoy a delightful 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 retirement, especially with its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities.

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Sansbury Care Center

2625 Bardstown Road, Saint Catharine, KY 40061
Overview of Sansbury Care Center

You can find the Sansbury Care Center situated on Bardstown Road in Saint Catharine, Kentucky. This 59-bed home maintains an occupancy rate of about 78 percent and works with standard financial setups like private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. Because the surrounding rural Marion County area has a Walk Score of 5, visitors and family members will need to rely on a car to get back and forth to the building.

Most people who live here remain in the facility for roughly 764 days. This extended timeline shifts the daily operational focus toward long-term residential support rather than short-term post-hospital therapy. The floor staff covers the building around the clock, providing an average of 6 hours and 11 minutes of direct nursing care for each resident daily, with nurse aides contributing an additional 4 hours and 9 minutes of hands-on help.

The daily routine centers on consistent personal attention, room maintenance, and medical monitoring. Having a lower overall bed count allows the staff to distribute their time directly across a smaller group of residents, while the countryside setting offers a quiet environment. The indoor spaces are arranged to keep individual bedrooms within a short distance of the primary nursing desks for quick communication.

Prospective representatives can see how the team manages its direct nursing hours, permanent residential schedules, and hands-on floor tracking. The community coordinates these clinical hours with regular amenities, including continuous medical supervision, personal care programs, room upkeep, and a quiet rural layout.

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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.