Best Memory Care in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 171 memory care communities in KY using KY Cabinet for Health & Family Services (CHFS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in KY
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Avg Walk Score: 43/ 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: 83The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kentucky. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Kentucky

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.

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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
Signature Healthcare of Bowling Green
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Bowling Green
176
Facility 176
KY AVG 83
Rank #11 / 340
No
64
Facility 64
KY AVG 43
Rank #79 / 402
NF (Nursing Facility) (176)
9
Facility 9
KY AVG 8
Rank #47 / 167
A+3
Fountain Circle Care and Rehabilitation Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Winchester
179
Facility 179
KY AVG 83
Rank #9 / 340
No
76
Facility 76
KY AVG 43
Rank #22 / 402
-
40
Facility 40
KY AVG 8
Rank #10 / 167
A+3
Sayre Christian Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lexington
164
Facility 164
KY AVG 83
Rank #15 / 340
No
43
Facility 43
KY AVG 43
Rank #205 / 402
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 8
Rank #54 / 167
-5
Homestead Post Acute
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Lexington (Cardinal Hill)
136
Facility 136
KY AVG 83
Rank #33 / 340
No
38
Facility 38
KY AVG 43
Rank #230 / 402
NF (Nursing Facility) (136)
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 8
Rank #54 / 167
-4
Treyton Oak Towers
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Louisville (Old Louisville)
113
Facility 113
KY AVG 83
Rank #66 / 340
No
85
Facility 85
KY AVG 43
Rank #3 / 402
Comprehensive Personal Care (53), NF (Nursing Facility) (60)
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 8
Rank #54 / 167
-5
Arcadia Senior Living Louisville
MC
AL
IL
RC
Louisville
127
Facility 127
KY AVG 83
Rank #40 / 340
No
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 43
Rank #223 / 402
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
KY AVG 8
Rank #16 / 167
B--
Vitality Living St. Matthews
MC
AL
IL
NH
Louisville
70
Facility 70
KY AVG 83
Rank #189 / 340
Yes
72
Facility 72
KY AVG 43
Rank #42 / 402
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
KY AVG 8
Rank #17 / 167
A+-
Wellington Parc of Owensboro
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Owensboro
80
Facility 80
KY AVG 83
Rank #168 / 340
No
52
Facility 52
KY AVG 43
Rank #147 / 402
Alzheimer's Units (60), NF (Nursing Facility) (20)
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 8
Rank #14 / 167
-3
The Willows at Springhurst
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Louisville
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 83
Rank #218 / 340
Yes
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 43
Rank #260 / 402
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 8
Rank #52 / 167
A+3
Princeton Nursing &Amp; Rehabilitation
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Princeton
104
Facility 104
KY AVG 83
Rank #83 / 340
No
64
Facility 64
KY AVG 43
Rank #79 / 402
-
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 8
Rank #54 / 167
-3

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every KY community we track that reports that metric, not just the 171 on this page.

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Overview of Signature Healthcare of Bowling Green

At 550 High St in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Signature Healthcare of Bowling Green runs 176 beds across a broad continuum: nursing home care, hospice, memory care, palliative care, and respite care, all under one address. Eleven years in, this isn’t a new operation figuring things out, It’sfairly well-established.

Walkability lands on the better end for this batch, Walk Score 64, moderately walkable, so a resident’s family could realistically run an errand nearby without needing a car every time. Occupancy sits at 71%, with 125 of 176 beds filled, and the average stay runs 87 days, a number that leans toward rehab and recovery rather than a purely long-term arrangement.

Clinically, RNs put in about 36 minutes per resident per day, LPNs 44 minutes, and nurse aides over two hours, landing at roughly three hours and 16 minutes of total nursing care daily. A doctor is on staff, and rehab covers physical, occupational, and speech therapy, all backed by round-the-clock coverage. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted here.

What sets the day-to-day apart is the program depth: a beauty shop, restaurant-style dining, courtyard and patio space, plus named programs like the Eden Alternative and the Hall of Fame Café that go beyond a generic activities calendar. Add Signature Olympics and a running Life Enrichment program with outings and hobby clubs, and the daily structure looks more built-out than most. State inspections here have tended to focus on infection prevention and control and care planning and documentation.

Devin Ashley administers the facility on behalf of LP Bowling Green, LLC. Between the five-part care continuum, the branded program lineup, and an eleven-year track record, this reads as a well-established nursing home built to keep residents engaged well beyond basic clinical care.

Contact Signature Healthcare of Bowling Green

Overview of Fountain Circle Care and Rehabilitation Center

Operating for four decades, Fountain Circle Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 179-bed SNF owned by Cynthia Simpson on Glenway Road in Winchester, Kentucky. It’s set in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands can be done on foot. There’s flexibility with short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term nursing care as Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.

The facility is structured around rehabilitation services, with a clinical team and care navigation support to help occupants move through their recovery or adjust to ongoing care needs. Total nursing care averages 3 hours 49 minutes per resident day, reflecting a significant hands-on presence. The center also offers respite care, letting families arrange temporary stays should they rest from caregiving. Daily life is supported by 24/7 staffing and an array of resident comforts. Private rooms are available, and residents spend time in an attractive outdoor courtyard and can receive pet visits, which many families find meaningful during their stay. The facility also provides a beauty salon, building-wide Wi-Fi, and multi-denominational religious services for those who value spiritual care. Volunteer opportunities and activities create routes for occupants and visiting family to stay engaged. The typical resident stays about 95 days, suggesting a blend of post-acute rehabilitation and ongoing care. With 125 residents currently housed across 179 beds, the facility maintains a 70 percent occupancy rate.

An in-person tour by families considering Fountain Circle Care and Rehabilitation Center can give a clear sense of the rehabilitation focus, the team’s approach to care transitions, and how the community balances clinical services with the comfort and dignity of daily life.

Contact Fountain Circle Care and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Sayre Christian Village

Sayre Christian Village distinguishes itself as a standout residence, offering a unique blend of qualities that set it apart from the ordinary. This nonprofit, continuing care retirement community presents an exceptional living environment where residents can thrive, underpinned by a trio of diverse housing options, a comprehensive spectrum of care levels, and an abundance of enriching amenities and activities. 

Rooted in Christian compassion and values, this community places a premium on providing quality housing, rehabilitation services, and long-term nursing care that exceeds expectations. The presence of highly skilled and experienced staff ensures that residents experience a level of care that truly stands out. With both independent living, assisted living, and senior living housing options available, Sayre Christian Village offers an effortlessly rewarding lifestyle that resonates with its residents.

Contact Sayre Christian Village

Overview of Homestead Post Acute

Homestead Post Acute in Lexington, KY is a respected senior care provider designed to help residents get back to their old routines from hospitalization through its excellent skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Care services, such as wound care, respite stays, and hospice care are offered to make sure residents are well-cared for and supported even as their needs change, offering them utmost comfort and peace of mind. The community features 136 well-designed suites that foster a safe and cozy healing and living environment for a quick recovery process.

Committed to enhancing its residents’ overall quality of life, the community also offers several life-enhancing amenities, entertainment activities and programs, and various convenient services for a maintenance-free lifestyle. Medical services, such as diabetic care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, medication management and more, are offered to make sure that residents receive the medical and personal care they need to maintain their health and independence.

Contact Homestead Post Acute

Overview of Treyton Oak Towers

Treyton Oak Towers has maintained its legacy as a non-profit, faith-based organization since 1984. Resting in the hub of Louisville’s rich heritage, the home provides a wide range of care options, consisting of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, personal care, memory care, and independent living. The living accommodations are thoughtfully designed with 14 unique floor plans, offering seniors a sense of freedom in their living spaces.
The outdoor spaces at Treyton Oak Towers are a true oasis. From the serene outdoor patio to the turtle garden, the guest rooms for visiting loved ones, and the stunning skyline view deck, residents can savor the beauty of their sunset years. The home is also equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for therapy and rehabilitation, including a well-appointed therapy gym, rehab suites, and an aquatic therapy program. The rooftop greenhouse, chapel, woodworking shop, and other amenities also offer opportunities for residents to pursue their passions, explore their creativity, and nourish their spiritual well-being. Treyton Oak Towers offers a one-of-a-kind service that is worth giving a go.

Contact Treyton Oak Towers

Overview of Arcadia Senior Living Louisville

Michele Davis leads Arcadia Senior Living Louisville. This home has 127 beds and is at 901 Blankenbaker Parkway in Louisville, Kentucky. She became a licensed nursing home leader in 2020. Before that, she worked in physical therapy starting in 2001. The three-story building has been open for five years. It has studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments for the people who live there.

This place is special because of its license. It is an assisted living home that focuses on behavioral health. It also has a safe area for memory care to help people with dementia. This setup gives more help than a normal assisted living building.

Getting around without a car can be hard, since the Walk Score is only 39. This means it is only somewhat walkable; you can walk to do a few small things, but you need a car for most trips.

Every day, the home provides health care, short stays, nursing, and help at all hours. Workers also help with travel to doctor’s appointments and errands. A chef makes the food according to residents’ dietary needs. People eat together like they are in a restaurant, not a cafeteria. The home also has a gym, a health clinic, and nice outdoor yards.

This newer, big community focuses on special behavior and memory care. It offers three types of living: assisted, independent, and short-term care all in one place. It is a good choice for families who need both general and special help for their loved ones.

Contact Arcadia Senior Living Louisville

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.

Contact Vitality Living St. Matthews

Overview of Wellington Parc of Owensboro

Wellington Parc of Owensboro is a nursing home in Owensboro, Kentucky. It has been open for 34 years. That’s a long time in this business. A lot has changed in nursing care over three decades, and this place has kept going through all of it. The building has just one floor. That’s a real plus for residents who use wheelchairs or walkers, since there are no stairs or elevators to deal with.

Eighty beds make up the facility. Sixty of them are set aside for memory care. The other 20 are general nursing beds. That split says something important: memory care isn’t a small add-on here. It’s the main focus. Right now 42 of the 80 beds have residents in them. That works out to about 53% occupancy.

The area around Wellington Parc scores a 52 on Walk Score. That puts it in the “moderately walkable” range. Chris handles the day-to-day administration on site, and the facility itself is run by Wellington Parc Health Systems, Inc.

Nursing coverage adds up to 7 hours and 45 minutes per resident each day. That’s the number that shows how much hands-on care residents actually get. Registered nurses spend about 37 minutes per resident daily. Licensed practical nurses spend about 20 minutes. Families can pay through Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay, so there’s more than one way to cover the cost.

State inspectors keep coming back to a few areas here. Medication management is one. Infection control is another. They also look at how the facility handles paperwork and care planning, food and dietary service, environmental safety, and resident rights. These are the same things inspectors check at nursing homes across Kentucky.

Wellington Parc has stayed open for over three decades, and its bed count leans heavily toward memory care. Daily nursing hours are solid, and the facility takes all three major payment types. It sits in a part of Owensboro where you can get some things done on foot.

Contact Wellington Parc of Owensboro

The Willows at Springhurst

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

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. 

Contact The Willows at Springhurst

Overview of Princeton Nursing & Rehabilitation

Princeton Nursing & Rehabilitation is a 104-bed skilled nursing facility located at 1333 West Main Street in Princeton, Kentucky. Amanda Coleman owns this home, which processes residential billing through traditional channels like private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. The surrounding neighborhood features a moderate walkability rating with a Walk Score of 64, making it simple for visiting family members and guests to handle a few daily tasks nearby on foot.

Most residents live in the building for an average of 219 days. This timeline shows that the floor schedule shifts between short-term physical therapy after a hospital stay, temporary respite care, and traditional long-term nursing. The staff covers the floor around the clock, providing 3 hours and 37 minutes of direct care per resident daily, which includes 34 minutes of registered nurse monitoring, 34 minutes from nurse aides, and 20 minutes from practical nurses to handle both clinical tracking and everyday physical help.

The interior layout features a central lobby with an integrated fireplace alongside specialized therapy rooms equipped for regular physical rehabilitation and IV therapy services. Daily schedules coordinate custom dietary meal planning and around-the-clock snack access with a recreation calendar featuring card games, bingo, arts and crafts, live entertainment, and organized group outings. The facility’s structural design centers on grouping these therapeutic and social spaces together for straightforward daily access.

Families can check out how the newly established team organizes its everyday nursing hours, specialized IV therapy programs, and short-term physical rehabilitation tracks. The community pairs these clinical operations with regular services, including custom dining options, a full calendar of recreational activities, open fireplace common areas, and easy foot access to the local neighborhood.

Contact Princeton Nursing &Amp; Rehabilitation

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 Memory Care 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.

Does Kentucky Medicaid cover memory care?

Kentucky Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 171 memory care communities in Kentucky. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.