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Best Independent Living in Owensboro, KY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 independent living communities in Owensboro, KY using KY Cabinet for Health & Family Services (CHFS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in KY
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Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Owensboro, KY. 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: 58The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Owensboro, KY. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.

Roosevelt House
IL
Owensboro
-Yes
76
Facility 76
KY AVG 43
Rank #22 / 403
-
One Park Place
IL
AL
Owensboro
104
Facility 104
KY AVG 82
Rank #83 / 341
Yes
55
Facility 55
KY AVG 43
Rank #126 / 403
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sisson Manor
IL
Owensboro
-Yes
58
Facility 58
KY AVG 43
Rank #109 / 403
1 Bed
Roosevelt House II
IL
Owensboro
-Yes
76
Facility 76
KY AVG 43
Rank #22 / 403
1 Bed
Maplebrook Village Owensboro Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Owensboro
-No
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 43
Rank #193 / 403
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Calumet Trace – A Charter Senior Living Community
IL
AL
MC
RC
Owensboro (Gateway Commons)
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 82
Rank #328 / 341
Yes
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 43
Rank #176 / 403
Studio / 1 Bed
Wendell Foster’s Campus for Developmental Disabili
IL
AL
RESC
Owensboro
64
Facility 64
KY AVG 82
Rank #212 / 341
No
72
Facility 72
KY AVG 43
Rank #42 / 403
-
Garden Grace Apartments
IL
Owensboro
-No
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 43
Rank #193 / 403
1 Bed
Heritage Place
IL
AL
MC
NH
Owensboro (Mid America Industrial Park)
-No
19
Facility 19
KY AVG 43
Rank #337 / 403
-
Calumet Trace
IL
AL
MC
RC
Trace Owensboro
-Yes
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 43
Rank #261 / 403
-
Calumet Trace Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Trace Owensboro
44
Facility 44
KY AVG 82
Rank #273 / 341
Yes
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 43
Rank #382 / 403
-
Overview of Roosevelt House

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.

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Overview of One Park Place

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.

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Overview of Sisson Manor

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Owensboro, KY, Sisson Manor is a vibrant community that offers independent living. With purposely built and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort. Alongside a variety of convenient apartment features, laundry spaces are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, a thoughtfully planned calendar of engaging activities and exciting events is conducted. Residents can also prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Roosevelt House II

Cherish every moment of your golden years at Roosevelt House II, a distinct community in Owensboro, KY, offering independent living. The community strives to maintain affordability with income restrictions, ensuring those with lower incomes can downsize without hassles. Maintenance services, laundry spaces, and safety features are also provided, so residents can keep their peace of mind during their stay.

Residents can spend their days as they please, accompanied by a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. A fully equipped kitchen is also provided, allowing residents to enjoy delightful meals on their terms. With its top-notch amenities and a welcoming setting, the community makes an enticing retirement option for those seeking independence in retirement.

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Overview of Maplebrook Village Owensboro Senior Living

At two-forty-one Friendship Drive, Maplebrook Village sits in Owensboro, Kentucky, as a single-story community built around one- and two-bedroom garden homes, some with a den, some with an enclosed patio. It reads more like a quiet residential street than an institution, and the floor plan choices back that up.

The walk score here is 45. That’s “somewhat walkable,” which is a fair way of saying you can stroll to a few things but you’re still going to want your car keys most days. Dining spots, shops, banks, and medical offices are all a short drive out, not a long haul, so errands don’t eat the whole afternoon.

What this place is really built for is independence without the maintenance headache. No property taxes to track, no roof to worry about, just the floor plan and the neighborhood. That’s the whole pitch, structurally speaking, before you even get to lifestyle extras.

What’s solid is the setting itself, a low-maintenance, single-story community with real floor-plan variety in a walkable-enough pocket of Owensboro. For someone who wants their own space and fewer chores, not a higher level of clinical care, that’s a straightforward fit.

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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 Wendell Foster’s Campus for Developmental Disabili

Sarah Poole administers Wendell Foster’s Campus for Developmental Disabilities, a 64-bed intermediate care facility located at 815 Triplett Street in Owensboro, Kentucky. Operating for nearly 80 years in Daviess County, this campus utilizes a person-centered model composed of small residential homes specializing in active treatment and community integration for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

The program delivers 24-hour nursing care, behavior supports, case management, day training, and assistive technology coordination alongside on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Social initiatives include a volunteer program and the Kiwanis-affiliated Aktion Club to promote local inclusion. Financial coverage is structured through the Kentucky Medicaid Home and Community-Based Waiver framework.

The surrounding neighborhood is highly pedestrian-friendly, carrying a walkability score of 72 out of 100, which offers staff and visiting relatives easy pedestrian access to downtown amenities.

Interested individuals seeking specialized developmental disability housing can contact the Owensboro business office to review current residential vacancies and admission guidelines.

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Overview of Garden Grace Apartments

Make every moment of your retirement count at Garden Grace Apartments, a distinguished community set in the thriving neighborhood of Owensboro, KY, offering independent living. The community features specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and convenience. Emergency call systems and safety features are also provided in each unit for residents’ safety.

Unique local shops and recreation sites are easily accessible, providing residents with a variety of leisure and wellness opportunities. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and friendly setting creates the perfect setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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Heritage Place

3362 Buckland Square, Owensboro, KY 42301
Overview of Heritage Place

Discover the charm and warmth of Heritage Place in Owensboro, KY, a haven of relaxed senior living, offering assisted living and healthcare services. The community features spacious and inviting floor plans suitable for every stage of life. Committed to the holistic well-being of residents, the community nurtures the body, mind, and spirit, supporting a continuum of care for every step of each resident’s journey.

Experience gracious hospitality in a beautiful building, where enriching experiences are plentiful, nutritious dining is made delicious, and onsite healthcare services help promote resident wellness. Explore its amazing common spaces and meet new companions along the way. At Heritage Place, life is celebrated with joy, comfort, and excellence wherein seniors are assured of a secure and worthwhile living experience.

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Overview of Calumet Trace

Calumet Trace operates a 20-bed senior community in the Gateway Commons area of Owensboro, Kentucky. Under the guidance of Charter Senior Living, this 3-story building offers continuous care options that allow residents to shift between independent living, assisted living, and memory care as their needs change.

The surrounding Gateway Commons neighborhood scores 48 out of 100 on walkability, meaning the local layout is mostly car-dependent and requires a vehicle for most standard errands. For daily life on campus, the facility provides round-the-clock staffing with licensed nurses and aides, three daily meals, and a full social calendar alongside amenities like a card room, reading lounge, and an on-site beauty salon. Floor plans include flexible studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts.

Prospective families looking for transitional senior care options or exploring memory support programs can contact the administration at Calumet Trace directly to check current room availability, verify specific tier rules, or schedule a personal visit.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Owensboro, KY

What is the average cost of independent living in Owensboro, KY?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Owensboro, KY is approximately $1,795. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Owensboro, KY?

Independent living in Owensboro, KY typically ranges from $649 - $4,620 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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 11 independent living communities in Owensboro, KY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Owensboro, KY?

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 Owensboro, KY, 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 Owensboro, KY?

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.