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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| The Springs at Stony Brook | IL ADC AL MC NH SNF | Louisville | 106
Facility
106
KY AVG
82
Rank
#79 / 341 | No |
28
Facility
28
KY AVG
41
Rank
#292 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
KY AVG
8
Rank
#46 / 160 | - | 3 |
| Redbanks Colonial Terrace | IL MC NH SNF | Sebree | 87
Facility
87
KY AVG
82
Rank
#149 / 341 | No |
41
Facility
41
KY AVG
41
Rank
#220 / 423 | - | 15
Facility
15
KY AVG
8
Rank
#36 / 160 | A+ | 3 |
| Nazareth Home Clifton | IL MC NH SNF | Louisville (Clifton Heights) | 144
Facility
144
KY AVG
82
Rank
#24 / 341 | No |
36
Facility
36
KY AVG
41
Rank
#244 / 423 | - | 1
Facility
1
KY AVG
8
Rank
#53 / 160 | A+ | 4 |
| Breckinridge Place | IL AL NH RC SNF | Morganfield | 32
Facility
32
KY AVG
82
Rank
#304 / 341 | No |
53
Facility
53
KY AVG
41
Rank
#140 / 423 | - | - | - | 4 |
| Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas | IL AL NH RC SNF | Fort Thomas | 110
Facility
110
KY AVG
82
Rank
#70 / 341 | No |
48
Facility
48
KY AVG
41
Rank
#176 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
KY AVG
8
Rank
#26 / 160 | A+ | - |
| The Lafayette | IL RC | Lexington (Mason Headley Road) | - | Yes |
61
Facility
61
KY AVG
41
Rank
#95 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 43
Facility
43
KY AVG
8
Rank
#4 / 160 | A+ | - |
| Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green | IL AL RC | Bowling Green | 137
Facility
137
KY AVG
82
Rank
#31 / 341 | Yes |
39
Facility
39
KY AVG
41
Rank
#224 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 37
Facility
37
KY AVG
8
Rank
#12 / 160 | A+ | - |
| Vitality Living St. Matthews | IL AL MC NH | Louisville | 70
Facility
70
KY AVG
82
Rank
#189 / 341 | Yes |
72
Facility
72
KY AVG
41
Rank
#42 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
KY AVG
8
Rank
#15 / 160 | A+ | - |
| Vitality Living Springdale | IL AL MC | Louisville | 90
Facility
90
KY AVG
82
Rank
#135 / 341 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
KY AVG
41
Rank
#315 / 423 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | - |
| Christian Health Center of Bowling Green | IL AL MC NH SNF | Bowling Green | 45
Facility
45
KY AVG
82
Rank
#269 / 341 | No |
28
Facility
28
KY AVG
41
Rank
#292 / 423 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - |
| The Grand Senior Living | IL AL MC | Louisville (Civic Way) | 84
Facility
84
KY AVG
82
Rank
#153 / 341 | Yes |
62
Facility
62
KY AVG
41
Rank
#88 / 423 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 7
Facility
7
KY AVG
8
Rank
#48 / 160 | A+ | - |
| Ashland Terrace | IL | Lexington (Chenault Road) | - | Yes |
91
Facility
91
KY AVG
41
Rank
#2 / 423 | Private Rooms | - | - | - |
| Nazareth Home | IL AL MC NH PC SNF | Louisville (Newburg Road) | 168
Facility
168
KY AVG
82
Rank
#13 / 341 | No |
49
Facility
49
KY AVG
41
Rank
#170 / 423 | - | 1
Facility
1
KY AVG
8
Rank
#53 / 160 | - | 5 |
| Dominion Senior Living of Louisville | IL AL MC | Louisville (Hunting Road) | 61
Facility
61
KY AVG
82
Rank
#220 / 341 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
KY AVG
41
Rank
#176 / 423 | Private Rooms | 19
Facility
19
KY AVG
8
Rank
#26 / 160 | A+ | - |
| Wesley Manor | IL AL MC NH SNF | Louisville (Highview) | 107
Facility
107
KY AVG
82
Rank
#78 / 341 | Yes |
2
Facility
2
KY AVG
41
Rank
#401 / 423 | Comprehensive Personal Care (39), NF (Nursing Facility) (68) | - | A+ | 4 |
Opened in 2024 by Trilogy Healthcare, The Springs at Oldham Reserve is a 103-bed skilled nursing facility that provides short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and assisted living within a highly walkable neighborhood layout. Admissions primarily feature a mix of short-stay Medicare post-acute clients (53%) averaging 23 days and private-pay individuals staying roughly four months. Financial records indicate notable initial operational hurdles, including a low 52% building occupancy rate and a 2023 operating deficit of $1.6 million. Despite these commercial challenges, the operator channels 62.8% of its total revenue directly into staffing payroll, supporting a campus model equipped with a movie theater, fitness center, and active community programming.
Public records display daily nursing resources and positive short-term recovery outcomes alongside an unusual cluster of initial regulatory fines. Direct care lines feature licensed practical nurse hours that run 82% ahead of the Kentucky baseline, while dedicated physical therapy volumes track 50% above the state average. This staffing investment matches high short-term performance charts, which note a 60.9% successful community discharge rate and very low emergency room visit frequencies, though permanent resident tracking logs higher-than-average rates for physical functional decline.
On the compliance side, because of the property’s recent opening, it carries a brief public monitoring footprint containing a single April 2023 inspection report. However, state files show the facility incurred seven small federal financial penalties totaling $19,000 during its first year of operation, with zero admission payment blocks on record.
Families investigating regional post-acute rehabilitation programs or multi-level retirement communities can use these state registry summaries to evaluate the building’s early track record. A look through the official data confirms heavy daily nurse staffing presence and strong post-acute recovery numbers alongside low initial building utilization, business losses, and frequent early administrative fines.
Located among the rolling hills and mature trees of southeast Lexington, KY, Highgrove at Tates Creek offers unparalleled amenities and a personalized experience for all its residents, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community features classical revival architecture and open-concept common areas that radiate a warm and welcoming ambiance.
Experience resort-style amenities, exceptional hospitality, and an array of social, recreational, and educational programs and outings. This is a place where residents can feel safe and comfortable, free to enjoy their passions and connect with others who share the same interests. Engage the mind, body, and spirit with fitness classes, or enjoy lively moments during daily happy hours. Highgrove at Tates Creek provides seniors with scenic views, chef-prepared meals, invigorating entertainment options, and a continuum of care services.
Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Bowling Green, KY, Grant Village Apartments is an outstanding community that offers independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 55+, the community has beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Laundry spaces and many convenient apartment features are also provided, so residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.
Residents have easy access to their needs and leisure opportunities with unique local shops and entertainment sites nearby. With a full kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s serene and welcoming environment makes it an enticing retirement option, especially for those looking to live independently in retirement.
Everlan of Louisville sits at 5900 Hunting Rd in Louisville, Kentucky, a quiet residential stretch where a Walk Score of 33 reflects reality plainly: you’ll need a car for almost everything. The two-story building has been running for about 19 years, which puts it well past the turbulence of early operation. Floor plan options cover studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations, giving households with different space needs at least some flexibility to work with.
The building type and apartment range are real signals of a conventional senior living model.
What Everlan of Louisville is is a community with nearly two decades of operating history, a range of living configurations, and an address in a low-walkability Louisville neighborhood.
Roosevelt House, a wonderful senior living community situated in Owensboro, KY, warmly welcomes seniors to its beautiful setting, providing assisted living services. The community offers a diverse selection of floor plans, featuring various layouts and designs to cater to individual preferences and lifestyles. Having a highly trained and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock assistance and services to ensure comfort and relaxation within the vicinity.
With a wide range of engaging activities and exciting events, residents can explore new interests and revive old ones. The community’s extensive amenities provide ample opportunities for socializing with friends and staying active. Additionally, a variety of dining options are regularly available to meet different dietary needs and preferences. Roosevelt House strives to create a sanctuary for seniors, ensuring that every moment of their golden years is truly memorable.
One Park Place, situated in Owensboro, KY, offers a maintenance-free senior living facility that includes assisted living services. With a lifelong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors, the community diligently creates care plans tailored to their individual needs and preferences. Residents can benefit from comfortable accommodations, featuring a variety of room options such as studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that cater to different tastes and budgets.
Moreover, residents can enjoy meaningful time with friends while participating in a robust calendar of engaging activities and programs, including devotional sessions, health and wellness initiatives, and more. The community also serves nutritious and delicious meals customized to suit various dietary needs and interests. One Park Place is an excellent choice for seniors who want to maintain their independence while receiving exceptional care and support.
A member of the Trilogy Health Services group, The Willows at Springhurst is a trusted community where families and seniors know they made the right choice to live in the senior living community. As a sister company of Westport Place, The Willows ensures that residents have a wonderful experience in the community. Management emphasizes the importance of connections, which is why they promote socialization for everyone in the community. The Willows at Springhurst is a vibrant community that is excellent at satisfying the wellness needs of every resident.
The Willows is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community with skilled nursing and short-term stay. They ensure that, as a senior living community, they deeply emphasize and guarantee that independence is maintained for their residents. Residents can rest easy knowing that they are placed first with the list of services and amenities provided for them: ADLs, transportation, library, and private dining rooms. Skilled nursing and personalized care are also offered to the residents.
Located in Florence, KY, Legacy Living Florence is an excellent senior living community that offers a range of senior living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community guarantees a secure and comfortable residence with their thoughtfully designed apartments ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments. Residents can rest assured with a qualified personal care attendant available 24/7 to provide assistance when needed.
Focused in giving its residents an enriched quality of life, Legacy Living strives to meet each residents’ most intimate needs, deliver tasty dining experiences, provide fun life enrichment events and ensure a clean and clutter-free living space. Here, residents enjoy vibrant activities and an array of amenities, such as scheduled transportation, housekeeping and laundry services, full-service beauty parlor, and well-equipped entertainment and library. At Legacy Living Florence, residents encounter plenty of experiences that enhances their life and overall well-being.
The Homeplace at Midway offers a safe and supportive environment for individuals established on the belief that everyone has the right to age with dignity. This outstanding senior living community provides a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care and personal care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, and long-term care. The community follows The Green House model focusing on the following ideals: real home, meaningful life, and empowered team.
Here, residents can enjoy thoughtfully designed amenities and services that promote their physical, emotional and social wellness with its well-trained and passionate team. The community also serves delicious and nutritious meals that satisfy cravings and provide dietary needs. Participate in diverse activities and programs coordinated by a professional team to further enhance engagement and growth. The Homeplace at Midway is ideal for seniors seeking a glorious retirement experience.
Situated on the peaceful road of Goose Creek, Louisville, KY, Brownsboro Park sits on 14 acres of land in which the residents can enjoy the natural beauty of the community. Being one of the oldest senior living communities in the city, Brownsboro Park has been providing trusted service to the people of Louisville since 1987. The team at this community boasts longevity and professionalism with 200 years of combined experience within its grounds. Ensuring comfort and safety, this community provides amenities such as a kitchen equipped with necessary appliances in every apartment in addition to bathrooms equipped with pull cords in case of emergencies. Alongside comfort and safety, Brownsboro Park also features different monthly activities that allow the residents to experience off-campus walks and outings. As an independent living community, Brownboro Park has received consecutive awards for Best of Independent Senior Living in Kentuckian from 2022 to 2023. At Brownsboro Park, the team provides restaurant-style meals that are well prepared by the chefs twice daily. Their amenities also include a private park and pond, walking trails, and a great view of wildlife. The residents can also experience the “fun shuttle” that can take seniors anywhere within 12 miles of the facility as part of Brownsboro Park’s transportation program.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent 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
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Kentucky
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 101 independent living communities in Kentucky. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.













