Page 17 of Best Memory Care in Kentucky

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Overview of Christian Care Communities – Middletown

Christian Care in Middletown is a member of the not-for-profit Fellowship Square organization. Christian Care maintains a level of elegance and professionalism for its residents, promoting a mutual level of respect and trust. Specializing in independent living and assisted living services for seniors– Christian Care ensures that residents maintain an active, supportive, and stimulating lifestyle.
Christian Care ensures that residents can reach their holistic wellness through the continuum of care services. Their service and attention are centered on convenience and individuality– offering a list of stimulating activities and programs like arts and crafts, film viewings, and religious activities. They also provide other healthcare programs such as occupational, speech, and physical therapy; as well as post-surgical and post-hospital care for its residents.

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Overview of Provision Living at Crown Ridge

Administered by Leanna Bush, Provision Living at Crown Ridge offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Walton, Kentucky. Rehabilitation services are also available to help residents recover after an illness or surgery. Residents can also access care around the clock with 24-hour staffing.

The community has 119 beds and allows pets, allowing residents to bring a small animal companion. Housekeeping and linen services are also available to help with household tasks. With a restaurant-style setting, a chef prepares meals for residents.

An on-site beauty salon and barbershop provide grooming services on-site. Moreover, group outings, fitness classes, creative arts, and social events offer scheduled activities.

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Overview of Cedarhurst of Beaumont

With a 72-bed capacity, ​​Cedarhurst of Beaumont offers assisted living and memory care in Lexington, Kentucky. Residents receive assistance with daily tasks, while those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are welcome in a secure and supervised environment. Assisted living starts at $5,150 per month, and memory care starts at $8,500 per month.

Full-service, all-day dining includes meal options tailored to individual tastes and dietary requirements, which accommodate residents who follow special diets. Moreover, landscaped courtyards and walking paths provide residents with outdoor places to walk and spend time outside. Scheduled transportation and group outings also provide organized transportation for community activities, while a salon and spa offer personal care services on-site.

Respite care supports short-term stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them. Rehabilitation services and wheelchair accessibility are also available. Administered by Amy Abshire, the community also features 24-hour staffing to ensure residents can access care around the clock.

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Overview of Richmond Place Senior Living

Richmond Place Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Lexington, KY, with 78 beds in the community. Independent living provides a private apartment with community services and no daily care. Assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps their own apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Respite care gives a family a short stay option when the usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while rehabilitation services can support a resident through a temporary recovery period. Vop Richmond Pl operates Richmond Place Senior Living.

Restaurant style, chef prepared dining includes choices ranging from gourmet cuisine to bistro fare. A pool and fitness center provide places for exercise, while wellness programs support wellness activities and a salon offers personal grooming services. Landscaped grounds and gardens give residents outdoor space, and the full calendar of social, educational, and recreational activities provides organized ways to participate. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with their pets.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Edgewood

Charter Senior Living of Edgewood provides assisted living and memory care services on Turkeyfoot Road in Edgewood, Kentucky. The property features a single-story building layout, meaning residents can easily walk from their private rooms to the main dining spaces without navigating any stairs. The campus operates under a strict no-pet policy.

Daily care routines focus on helping seniors with everyday tasks, while specialized staff manage two distinct memory care sections for those with progressive cognitive conditions like dementia. These units utilize the facility’s structured Flourish programming to guide daily social and cognitive activities. The surrounding area has a walkability score of 43 out of 100, which means the area is mostly car-dependent, and visitors will generally need a vehicle to travel around town.

Families interested in regional care options can contact the community’s office to verify current room vacancies and schedule a tour to view the area.

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Overview of Hamilton’s Personal Care Home

Have a blissful retirement at Hamilton’s Personal Care Home, a distinguished community in Ashland, KY, offering assisted living. A compassionate and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock, ensuring their comfort and safety. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

With a well-thought-out slate of engaging activities and stimulating programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy dining options are served, striving to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is a good option for those needing assistance in their golden years, especially with its top-notch services and extensive amenities.

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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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Overview of Baptist Life Communities

Baptist Life Communities has been part of Northern Kentucky’s senior care landscape since 1952. Located in Covington, it offers a full spectrum of care, nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing, under one roof. A resident who starts in independent living can move into higher levels of care without relocating to a different community entirely.

The neighborhood carries a Walk Score of 46, which puts it in “somewhat walkable” territory. A few errands are doable on foot, but most trips still require a car, worth knowing for family members who might visit often or residents who value walkable access to nearby services.

On the care side, Baptist Life Communities provides short term rehab and outpatient therapy, useful for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or injury who need structured therapy without leaving the building. Respite care is also available, giving family caregivers a way to step back temporarily while their loved one stays in a familiar, supervised setting.

For a Covington family navigating a parent or spouse’s care needs, the draw here is continuity. A single community that spans independent living through skilled nursing, backed by more than seven decades of operation in the area, offers a kind of long-term stability that’s harder to find in a facility built around one care level alone.

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Overview of Chandler Memory Care

A memory care facility at 1310 Campbell Ln in Bowling Green, Kentucky, is Chandler Memory Care. Such memory care communities are tailored for older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. The home offers specialized programming and support in a secure environment made for their changing needs.

The facility sits in the Bowling Green area with a Walk Score of 36, so some nearby services are walkable, but most errands and outings need transportation. This type of setting, more serene and residential than a busy commercial center, can offer a cozy environment for occupants and their families during visits. Memory care communities typically provide daily assistance with personal care, medication management, meals, and structured activities. They often spotlight a calm, familiar atmosphere that can help lessen confusion and anxiety for residents. Staff are trained to work with people experiencing memory loss and behavioral changes common to dementia.

For anyone thinking of choosing Chandler Memory Care for a loved one, touring on-site is an efficient way to get a real sense of the community, meet staff, and see how the daily environment feels. Queries about specific programs, care approaches, visiting policies, and costs are best directed to the facility.

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Overview of Richmond Place

At Richmond Place, residents have the freedom to live life on their own terms. This senior living community offers the perfect balance of staying connected to the Lexington area and being close to loved ones while also enjoying the benefits of a friendly and inclusive environment.
Richmond Place prioritizes the well-being of its residents by supporting their interests and passions and providing a sense of purpose.

With their LifeSTYLE Promise®, residents have the power to make choices, have flexibility, and maintain control over their daily lives. Additionally, their dedicated Health and Wellness Navigation team ensures that residents have all the resources and support they need, not only in the present but also in times of medical challenges, enabling them to live their best lives.

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Weighting overview

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • 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.

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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 179 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.

Memory Care in Kentucky at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 41/ 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