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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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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

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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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Wesley Manor

5012 E Manslick Rd, Louisville, KY 40219
Overview of Wesley Manor

Wesley Manor is a 107-bed skilled nursing and home care facility at 5012 East Manslick Road, Louisville, Kentucky 40219, serving Jefferson County residents since 1958. The facility is operated by Wesley Manor Retirement Community, Inc., a voluntary non-profit community governed by the church, with Taerrius Dickerson as Care Services Administrator and Mark Stephens as owner. License Number 100230 expires March 31, 2026. Wesley Manor accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Recent inspection activity shows operational vulnerabilities. A July 2025 standard survey by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services’ Office of Inspector General identified deficiencies in resident grievance handling (six residents reported missing or lost items to staff without follow-up or recovery), wound care compliance (nursing staff applied incorrect dressing type despite clear physician orders, requiring multiple attempts to remove the wound covering), and infection control (staff failed to don gloves when administering eye drops to residents and skipped hand hygiene between glove changes during wound care). All deficiencies were classified as minimal harm affecting few residents. A prior February 2022 inspection had found similar patterns: medication management without documented assessment, dented canned foods stored alongside intact items in the satellite kitchen, incomplete refrigerator temperature logs, inappropriate mask use during resident care, bare-hand handling of medications, and improper personal protective equipment disposal. An April 2025 abbreviated survey found zero deficiencies, suggesting the facility made corrections, though the July 2025 findings indicate recurring gaps in infection control and care protocol execution. Since 2019, Wesley Manor has accumulated 6 total citations (ranked 26th of 172 Kentucky facilities), averaging 3 per inspection.

Staffing is above state average in CNA hours but below average in LPN coverage. Registered nurses provide 49 minutes daily per resident (7% above Kentucky average). Licensed Practical Nurses average 32 minutes per resident; 35 percent below the state average of 49 minutes. Certified Nursing Assistants provide 2 hours 38 minutes daily (8% above state average). Total nursing care reaches 3 hours 36 minutes per resident per day, ranking 48th of 170 Kentucky facilities. Weekend staffing totals 3 hours 13 minutes per resident (8% below state average), with weekend RN hours at 26 minutes (16% below state average), indicating reduced clinical oversight when administrative staff are absent. Physical therapy averages 2 minutes per day (50% below state average).

CMS ratings are strong: 4 stars overall (43.4% above Kentucky average), 4 stars for health inspections (36.1% above state average), 4 stars for staffing (63.9% above state average), and 3 stars for quality measures (37.9% above state average). Occupancy stands at 83 percent (88 of 107 beds), similar to the Kentucky average of 81.3 percent. The facility is oriented toward long-term care, with average stay at 1,032 days. Payer mix is 17 percent Medicare (1-2 month typical stay), 41 percent Medicaid (1-2 year typical stay), and 42 percent private pay (2-3 year typical stay).

Quality outcomes show strength in hospital prevention and weakness in functional decline. Long-stay hospitalizations: 1.38 per 1,000 days (26% better than Kentucky average). Emergency department visits: 1.75 per 1,000 days (20% better than state average). Falls with major injury: 2.9 percent (24% better than state). High-risk residents with pressure ulcers: 4.0 percent (30% better than state). However, 26.4 percent of long-stay residents experienced increased need for help with daily activities (57% worse than Kentucky average of 16.8%), and 23.4 percent show worsening walking ability (19% worse than state average of 19.6%). Short-stay successful return to community: 30.9 percent (39% worse than Kentucky average of 50.6%).

Financially, Wesley Manor operates on $12.1 million annual revenue (ranked 66th of 173 Kentucky facilities), with $7.3 million in payroll representing 60.5 percent of revenue (ranked 10th statewide), indicating substantial staffing investment. The facility generated a $195,300 surplus and 1.7 percent profit margin.

The building is single-story with pets allowed, transportation services, fitness and recreation, and therapy services including memory care, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and home care, physical therapy, speech language pathology, and occupational therapy. Walk Score is 2 (car-dependent, 14.6 miles from Louisville city center). BBB rating is A+ (Accredited).

Families considering Wesley Manor should ask about corrections following the July 2025 inspection findings before enrollment.

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Overview of Morgantown Care and Rehabilitation Center

A relatively new skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility operated under LP Cr Holdings LLC’s ownership in Morgantown, Kentucky, is Morgantown Care and Rehabilitation Center. Situated on South Warren Street in a moderately walkable area, the 122-bed center houses post-acute rehabilitation residents and people requiring longer-term skilled nursing care. It maintains strong occupancy at 92 percent and an average resident stay of about 154 days, mirroring its focus on supporting short-term recovery and ongoing clinical needs.

The center’s clinical highlight is distinctly rehabilitative, with comprehensive therapy services spanning physical, occupational, and speech therapies delivered by inpatient and outpatient teams. Specialized programming addresses orthopedic recovery, neurological conditions, lymphedema management, and swallowing disorders, supported by therapists holding specialized certifications, including VitalStim and E-Swallow credentials. For occupants requiring higher-acuity care, the facility offers wound management, respiratory care, cardiac and diabetic care, oncology support, and palliative services, plus nutrition management and enteral feeding support. It recognizes the complexity of dementia and behavioral health needs through a dedicated Alzheimer’s and dementia care program with a specialized behavioral management unit. Daily staffing totals around 4 hours 4 minutes of nursing care per resident, split across registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses, supporting diligent attention all the time. The center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, creating flexible ways for families to arrange coverage. Beyond clinical services, the facility delivers care navigation, patient and family education before transition home, home safety evaluations, and life enrichment and volunteer programs tailored to support recovery and life quality during the resident’s stay.

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Overview of Village Manor

Village Manor has raised the standard of senior living. Their dedicated team of professional staff strives in providing a level of care that is nothing short of extraordinary. The Christian-based community practices a results-driven lifestyle that aims to provide quality service for its independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residences. Village Manor ensures that residents can trust the compassionate and professional team of professionals who strive to put their needs first.

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Overview of Maple Health and Rehabilitation

Situated on Greene Drive in Greenville, Kentucky, Maple Health and Rehabilitation is a 97-bed skilled nursing community owned by Vicki Butler. This facility processes monthly accounts through conventional setups like private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. Because the local area carries a moderate walkability rating, visiting guests can take short walks to nearby spots, though cars remain the standard method for getting around town.

The property maintains a 95 percent occupancy level, with residents remaining on campus for roughly 174 days on average. This operational pace divides the daily schedule between post-hospital physical therapy and traditional long-term nursing care. The nursing floor crew provides around-the-clock monitoring, averaging 3 hours and 29 minutes of direct care per resident daily to oversee specialized programs in stroke recovery, orthopedic rehabilitation, pain management, and speech therapy.

The building provides private rehabilitation rooms equipped with individual full bathrooms, internet, and cable television. To streamline medical tracking, the facility runs its own on-site laboratory and X-ray services while coordinating transitional discharge plans and family training sessions. The household staff handles regular laundry and room cleaning, while the daily calendar features live music, arts, bingo, chapel services, an outdoor courtyard, and an on-site hair salon.

Older adults can review how the clinical crew organizes its daily nursing schedules, specialized post-acute stroke recovery tracks, and on-site diagnostic services.

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Overview of Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation

Fair Oaks Health Systems runs Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation, a 114-bed skilled nursing home in Jamestown, Kentucky. When it comes to regular billing, the facility works with standard insurance setups, taking private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. The local area has a Walk Score of 33, so it is a car-dependent spot where family members and visitors will usually need a vehicle to get back and forth, even if a couple of quick errands can be knocked out on foot nearby.

The building usually stays around 89 percent full, housing just over 100 residents at a time. Stays average out to about 212 days, which points to a regular split between short-term therapy tracking and long-term residential stays.

To keep up with daily medical needs, the floor staff puts in an average of 3 hours and 24 minutes of direct nursing care per resident every single day. That time breaks down into 2 hours and 18 minutes from nurse aides and 29 minutes from registered nurses, all working to handle post-op rehab, regular medication, IV setups, and senior counseling programs.

Prospective residents can set up an in-person visit to check out the therapy layout, look over the bedrooms, and chat with the admissions office about state inspection updates, which show the home has resolved past notes and cleared its recent checks. The main desk organizes these property walks while answering questions about the courtyard, raised garden beds, the backyard chicken coop, and the daily activity schedule covering regular card games, block parties, and nail spa days.

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Overview of Clinton County Care and Rehabilitation Center

Owned by Donna Lee, Clinton County Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 52-bed SNF on North Washington Street in Albany, Kentucky. It takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families numerous routes to afford short-term rehabilitation and ongoing nursing care. The facility operates near capacity at 90 percent occupancy, averaging a stay duration of 126 days, indicating a mix of post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term residents.

The center supports its daily operations with a robust staffing presence, averaging 3 hours 14 minutes of total nursing care per resident day. This includes dedicated time from registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses, with particular attention to diligent care and clinical oversight. The facility also offers respite care for families needing momentary support. Clinically, the center delivers rehabilitation services to occupants recuperating from surgery, illness, or hospital stays, alongside clinical services and care navigation to help residents understand their options and progress. A volunteer program rounds out the care environment, bringing community engagement into daily life. The center is likewise accessible from the surrounding neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 43 indicating that while a few nearby services are walkable, most trips demand transportation. Amenities include a beauty shop, satellite television in rooms, facility-wide Wi-Fi, 24-hour visitation, and a facility pet. These conveniences bolster a comfortable residential environment while families visit and occupants spend time.

The facility addressed a food service sanitation matter and maintains compliance across investigations into other concerns, as shown by the state inspections.

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Overview of Riverside Care and Rehabilitation Center

Riverside Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 79-bed nursing home operated by Logan Midkiff in Calhoun, Kentucky. It caters to residents needing skilled nursing care and rehabilitation, accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to handle different coverage needs.

With a Walk Score of 29, the home is somewhat accessible to nearby services. Some amenities are then walkable, but most demand transportation. The current occupancy stands at 87 percent, with residents staying 137 days on average, reflecting a mix of short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care occupants. Daily nursing support averages 3 hours 46 minutes per resident, with a registered nurse providing 47 minutes of that care. Rehabilitation services and respite care are offered alongside 24-hour staffing, so the facility meets varied care needs. On-site medical services include audiology and podiatry, lessening the need for outside appointments. Amenities include satellite television, Wi-Fi throughout the building, and a computer station for residents. For residents and families, the facility also provides multi-denominational religious services and concierge support.

State inspections have marked areas in facility operations that demand regulatory attention and corrective action.

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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.

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Overview of Gallatin Nursing and Rehab

Warsaw, Kentucky, serves as the location for Gallatin Nursing and Rehab, a 120-bed nursing home owned by Stacie Darnold and situated at 499 Center Street. The financial department structures billing accounts through typical regional pathways, accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. The local neighborhood layout carries a Walk Score of 60, establishing a moderately walkable setting where visiting relatives and local guests can complete a few common errands on foot.

Occupancy metrics show that the facility houses 42 residents across its 120 beds, maintaining a 35 percent utilization rate. The resident population experiences an average length of stay tracking at 244 days, combining ongoing medical housing with short-term post-hospital recovery tracks.

Shift logs indicate that the 24-hour floor staff averages 2 hours and 46 minutes of direct daily nursing care per resident, with registered nurses delivering 26 minutes of that total to manage daily clinical charts, short-term rehabilitation services, and an on-site hospice program.

Interested individuals can coordinate a structural walk-through to view the room configurations, analyze the daily nursing hours, and inspect the rehabilitation areas firsthand. The administrative team handles these facility tours alongside questions regarding admission availability, local transit access, daily activities, and end-of-life care support.

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Overview of Magnolia Springs Louisville

Situated in Louisville, KY, Magnolia Springs Louisville is an inviting senior living community that offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. Discover a finely crafted floor plan that best fits your style and needs with an array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose from. Specialized care services that are catered to your unique needs are available with the help of a full-time licensed nurse and welcoming care team trained to provide various assistance.

The community offers the highest quality care in a small, intimate environment that fosters a home-like atmosphere and a true sense of family. Here, residents are kept safe with regular wellness checks and emergency response systems installed for personal safety and peace of mind. Plenty of opportunities for socializing and enjoyment are provided by an array of interesting activities and amenities. These include restaurant-style dining, a bistro cafe, salon, fully-equipped health club, theater room, and more. Whatever your interests are, you’ll find something that’ll spark joy and happiness in you.

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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.