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Best Memory Care in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 160 memory care communities in Kentucky using Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in KY
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Last updated
Jul 2026
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160 homes
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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: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kentucky. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Kentucky

The information below is reported by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General.

Sunrise of Louisville
MC
AL
Louisville (Manor Creek)
94
Facility 94
KY AVG 82
Rank #120 / 341
Yes
21
Facility 21
KY AVG 41
Rank #329 / 423
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 9
Rank #3 / 149
A--
Vitality Living St. Matthews
MC
AL
IL
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 9
Rank #15 / 149
A+-
Liberty Ridge
MC
AL
IL
Lexington (Danby Corners)
12
Facility 12
KY AVG 82
Rank #341 / 341
Yes
8
Facility 8
KY AVG 41
Rank #377 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
KY AVG 9
Rank #18 / 149
A+-
The Springs at Stony Brook
MC
ADC
AL
IL
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 9
Rank #46 / 149
-3
Magnolia Springs East
MC
AL
Louisville
85
Facility 85
KY AVG 82
Rank #150 / 341
Yes
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 41
Rank #224 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
KY AVG 9
Rank #32 / 149
A+-
The Grand Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Louisville (Civic Way)
84
Facility 84
KY AVG 82
Rank #153 / 341
No
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 41
Rank #88 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 9
Rank #48 / 149
A+-
Barton House Louisville
MC
Louisville (Manor Creek)
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 82
Rank #328 / 341
No
26
Facility 26
KY AVG 41
Rank #308 / 423
Suite
26
Facility 26
KY AVG 9
Rank #19 / 149
--
Morning Pointe of Russell
MC
AL
Russell (Ashland)
68
Facility 68
KY AVG 82
Rank #194 / 341
Yes
8
Facility 8
KY AVG 41
Rank #377 / 423
Alcove / 1 Bed
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 9
Rank #25 / 149
--
Signature Healthcare at Hillcrest
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Owensboro
156
Facility 156
KY AVG 82
Rank #17 / 341
No
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 41
Rank #404 / 423
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 9
Rank #53 / 149
-4
Traditions at Beaumont
MC
AL
IL
RC
Louisville (Fairmount)
80
Facility 80
KY AVG 82
Rank #168 / 341
No
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 41
Rank #334 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
KY AVG 9
Rank #41 / 149
--
Forest Hills Commons
MC
AL
RC
Louisville
119
Facility 119
KY AVG 82
Rank #60 / 341
No
73
Facility 73
KY AVG 41
Rank #40 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
KY AVG 9
Rank #42 / 149
--
Harmony at Tucker Station
MC
AL
IL
Louisville
92
Facility 92
KY AVG 82
Rank #128 / 341
Yes
44
Facility 44
KY AVG 41
Rank #200 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
KY AVG 9
Rank #49 / 149
--
Arcadia Senior Living Louisville
MC
AL
IL
RC
Louisville
127
Facility 127
KY AVG 82
Rank #40 / 341
No
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 41
Rank #224 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
KY AVG 9
Rank #51 / 149
--
Magnolia Springs Louisville
MC
AL
NH
Louisville (Whipps Mill Road)
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 82
Rank #328 / 341
Yes
41
Facility 41
KY AVG 41
Rank #220 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
KY AVG 9
Rank #32 / 149
A+-
The Willows at Springhurst
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Louisville
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 82
Rank #218 / 341
Yes
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 41
Rank #261 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 9
Rank #52 / 149
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Overview of Signature Healthcare at Hillcrest

Located in Owensboro, Kentucky, Signature HealthCARE is an award-winning, family-based community dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare. They provide comprehensive solutions, offering short-term rehabilitative and long-term care. With a strong emphasis on service excellence, they focus on delivering quality care that promotes independence, restorative therapy, and the unwavering support for seniors. With 24/7 RN coverage and a comprehensive recovery care unit, they offer a range of physical, occupational, and speech therapies to aid in the healing journey. 

This assisted living community with memory care services offers WiFi availability, outdoor courtyard and patio spaces, and more. Collaborating with physicians, their staff, including medical specialists, nurses, nutritionists, therapists, dietitians, and social workers, establishes personalized and comprehensive treatment plans aimed at maximizing recovery potential for each individual. Choose Signature HealthCARE for an exceptional healthcare experience, where compassionate care and dedication to patient well-being define their commitment to improving lives.

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Overview of Traditions at Beaumont

Set in the vibrant area of Jefferson County, Louisville, KY, Traditions at Beaumont is a remarkable senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care options. Residents can choose their ideal living space among the beautifully designed accommodations in variations of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community offers each resident a personalized care plan that matches their needs and access to immediate assistance with a 24-hour team of professional caregivers.

A wide array of social, religious, educational, recreational and wellness programs and activities are provided to give residents plenty of opportunities for leisure, entertainment, and wellness. Weekly housekeeping, laundry services, and transportation are provided to make residents’ lives more comfortable and easier. A delightful dining experience is provided by a team of excellent chefs that carefully plans and creates resident-inspired menu featuring delicious meals made from the freshest ingredients, making residents’ living even a more vibrant experience.

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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.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living St. Matthews

Belmont Village Senior Living St. Matthews is an assisted living and memory care community at 4600 Bowling Boulevard, Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky 40207, in the St. Matthews neighborhood, operating for 31 years since 1995. The community provides residential care with personalized care and active living. Director: Paula Warner. Not CMS-certified for Medicare or Medicaid. Pet-friendly.

Care includes assisted living for seniors needing help with activities of daily living, medication management, and personal care; specialized memory care through the Circle of Friends program for residents with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or mild cognitive impairment; and short-term rehabilitation and respite care. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour staffing. Memory care emphasizes specialized staff training and higher caregiver-to-resident ratios, though no Alzheimer’s certification is designated.

Services include chef-prepared dining with 24 daily menu choices, bistro with refreshments, professionally supervised fitness center, fully-equipped salon, free scheduled transportation, social and enrichment activities, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, linen service, and rehabilitation services. The three-story building offers studio and one-bedroom units. Located in the St. Matthews neighborhood surrounded by shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Eight miles from downtown Louisville. Walk Score 48 (somewhat walkable). Some services reachable on foot; most trips require transportation. Nearest hospital (DaVita Shelbyville Road Dialysis) is 0.32 miles away.

Financial assistance programs available to Kentucky residents include Home and Community Based Waiver, Hart-Supported Living Program, Kentucky Homecare Program, Medicare Savings Program, National Family Caregiver Support Program, Kentucky Family Caregiver Program, and VA Aid and Attendance benefits. Income limits and eligibility vary; families should verify with a local Area Agency on Aging.

Regulatory data and inspection history with the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services’ Office of Inspector General are not publicly available for non-CMS-certified assisted living and memory care facilities.

Families should ask about staff qualifications in dementia care, Circle of Friends program details, medication management protocols, background screening, occupancy, and care plan development.

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Overview of Dishman Personal Care Center

Located on Worsham Lane, Dishman Personal Care Center is a personal care home in Monticello, Kentucky, that offers assisted living and memory care. With 49 licensed beds, the community currently has 47 beds occupied, representing 96% occupancy. Assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and specialized support for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are also provided. Owned by Carroll Management Group, the community focuses on maintaining residents’ independence.

Social events and wellness opportunities are conducted to foster social interaction and encourage active living. The community also features private and shared rooms to provide a variety of options for residents. Its neighborhood in Monticello is also highly car-dependent, which requires residents to travel by car to access most amenities and services. As a moderately sized community, Dishman Personal Care Center provides a combination of individualized care and shared amenities.

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Overview of Signature Healthcare of Bowling Green

Signature Healthcare of Bowling Green is a home that embodies the charm of Kentucky while providing exceptional clinical services. With an amazing staff and a variety of life enrichment avenues, this home prioritizes the physical and emotional well-being of seniors. Conveniently located near the medical center of Bowling Green, transitioning between care settings is effortless, and service excellence is guaranteed. Here, the care coverage is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, ensuring that residents receive round-the-clock support.
With a focus on comprehensive rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, they empower seniors to achieve their maximum functioning and potential. The facility is equipped with Wi-Fi, allowing residents to stay connected with their loved ones and the wider world. Moreover, the outdoor spaces, such as the patio and outdoor courtyard, provide serene settings for relaxation and socialization. A dedicated team of nutritionists, therapists, dietitians, specialists, and nurses work together to deliver comprehensive care, adhering to the highest nursing home quality measures, ensuring residents receive the support they need to thrive.

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Overview of Forest Hills Commons

Ideally located in Jefferson County, Louisville, KY, Forest Hills Commons is a dependable senior living community that offers excellent assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Designed to provide residents with a luxurious residence, the community offers spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with modern finishes and plenty of storage spaces. Residents are guaranteed to receive the care and support they need with a team of compassionate professionals and an in-house medical director that works closely with every resident to provide a personalized support plan.

Beyond the excellent care services, the community offers a wide array of delightful amenities designed to enrich residents’ overall experience and well-being. Here, residents enjoy an all-day restaurant-style dining, transportation services, a movie theater, fitness center, hair salon, library, and a game room. The community also organizes a broad range of engaging and stimulating activities that makes for a dynamic and engaging environment that nurtures social engagements, new learning, and memorable experiences.

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Overview of Harmony at Tucker Station

Harmony at Tucker Station occupies 12523 Taylorsville Rd in Louisville, a 92-bed community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. It has been operating six years. The Walk Score is 44, so a car handles most errands, though some services are reachable on foot. Norton Healthcare is 1.38 miles out. Chris Peterson is the administrator.

The unit structure is specific: 64 behavioral health units and 28 dedicated dementia care units, totaling 92. Floor plans run from studio to two-bedroom layouts, with room sizes between 331 and 1,235 square feet. That range accommodates a wide span of resident needs and space preferences. The facility runs 24-hour staffing and nursing services, with on-site physical and occupational therapy, respite care, and transportation to routine health appointments built into the service model.

On the lifestyle side, the amenity list is genuinely full. A movie theater, bistro, library, game room, and walking path are all on-site. Dining is chef-prepared and restaurant-style. The activity calendar includes fitness programming and memory retention activities. Pets are allowed. Laundry services are available.

Harmony at Tucker Station is a state-licensed assisted living community. With a purpose-built split between behavioral health and dementia care capacity, on-site therapy, and around-the-clock staffing, the facility is structured for residents whose care needs go beyond basic assisted living.

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Overview of Arcadia Senior Living Louisville

Arcadia Senior Living Louisville is a 99-bed assisted living community with behavioral health specialization at 901 Blankenbaker Parkway, Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky 40243. Licensed (100947), it has operated for 30 years and is run by Executive Director Michele Davis, a licensed nursing home administrator since 2020. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes in a 3-story building are offered. Located across from Southeast Christian Church, the community emphasizes independence and community connection.

Inspection history, deficiency records, citations, and regulatory compliance data are not disclosed in publicly available sources. Families should contact the Kentucky State Department for Aging and Independent Living directly to request compliance records and inspection findings.

The community features apartment homes ranging from 197 to 842 square feet. Chef-prepared meals are served in a restaurant-style dining atmosphere. Fitness center, wellness clinic, landscaped grounds, Wi-Fi, spacious common areas, and a secure memory care neighborhood are available. Recreational, social, and educational activities encourage resident engagement. Nursing services and 24-hour staffing support residents. Rehabilitation services and respite care are provided. The facility offers specialized behavioral health programming. Transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services round out support offerings. Specific staffing composition, occupancy, resident census, quality measures, and financial data are not disclosed.

The community was recognized as a Top 10 Assisted Living Community in Jefferson County 2025. Walk Score 39 indicates limited walkability; the facility is 14 miles from Louisville city center. BBB Rating: C+ (Not Accredited) reflects business practices and complaint history.

Families evaluating Arcadia Senior Living Louisville should request current inspection and regulatory compliance records from Kentucky health authorities, and confirm pricing and contract terms.

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Overview of Wellington Parc of Owensboro

Experience senior living to the fullest with Wellington Parc of Owensboro, conveniently located in Owensboro, KY, where comprehensive on-site services, including assisted living, memory care, and nursery homes, are available. Here, residents can choose from an available wide array of well-appointed and cozily designed accommodations with several floor plans based on their preferences. Wellington Parc of Owensboro also features exceptional memory care services regulated by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Aging, and Independent Living of Kentucky.

Here, residents can enjoy above-and-beyond amenities and services including meal preparation, exercise and wellness activities, scheduled outings, and many more. Participate in a japacked calendar of social activities and recreational programs and meet new companions throughout. At Wellington Parc of Owensboro, seniors are assured of a worry-free retirement.

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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 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 160 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.