Page 5 of Best Memory Care in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 179 memory care providers 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
Riverside Care and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Calhoun
79
Facility 79
KY AVG 83
Rank #82 / 155
No
29
Facility 29
KY AVG 41
Rank #114 / 172
-1-3
Pikeville Nursing and Rehab Center
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Pikeville
106
Facility 106
KY AVG 83
Rank #38 / 155
No
71
Facility 71
KY AVG 41
Rank #16 / 172
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Pine Meadows Post Acute
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Lexington (Mason Headly)
120
Facility 120
KY AVG 83
Rank #26 / 155
No
31
Facility 31
KY AVG 41
Rank #110 / 172
---3
Richwood Nursing &Amp; Rehab
MC
NH
PC
SNF
La Grange
120
Facility 120
KY AVG 83
Rank #26 / 155
No
80
Facility 80
KY AVG 41
Rank #7 / 172
---4
Highlands Nursing and Rehabilitation
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Louisville
154
Facility 154
KY AVG 83
Rank #13 / 155
No
70
Facility 70
KY AVG 41
Rank #19 / 172
-
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 11
Rank #31 / 64
-3
The Homeplace at Midway
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Midway
19
Facility 19
KY AVG 83
Rank #150 / 155
Yes
15
Facility 15
KY AVG 41
Rank #149 / 172
Studio--3
Preston Greens Senior Living
MC
AL
Lexington
124
Facility 124
KY AVG 83
Rank #21 / 155
Yes
26
Facility 26
KY AVG 41
Rank #126 / 172
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A-
StoryPoint Prospect
MC
AL
RC
Prospect
89
Facility 89
KY AVG 83
Rank #63 / 155
Yes
46
Facility 46
KY AVG 41
Rank #70 / 172
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A--
Bluegrass Assisted Living at Elizabethtown
MC
AL
Elizabethtown
23
Facility 23
KY AVG 83
Rank #144 / 155
No
37
Facility 37
KY AVG 41
Rank #94 / 172
-
25
Facility 25
KY AVG 11
Rank #13 / 64
A+-
Creekside On Bardstown
MC
AL
RC
Louisville (Bon Air)
88
Facility 88
KY AVG 83
Rank #67 / 155
Yes
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 41
Rank #30 / 172
Studio / Suite-A-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other KY memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 179 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Richwood Nursing & Rehab

Richwood Nursing & Rehab provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in La Grange, Kentucky. Licensed nurses are on site around the clock for skilled nursing and nursing home care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom support. The home may suit a resident who needs ongoing nursing care alongside dementia supervision or palliative support.

There are 120 beds, with total nurse staffing of 2 hours and 57 minutes per resident each day. That figure represents the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. An expansive rehabilitation gym and a short term rehabilitation program allow services to take place on site, while spacious courtyards and common areas offer places for outdoor time and shared activities.

Richwood Nursing & Rehab accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help cover a longer stay when savings are limited, and private pay allows families to pay directly.

A Walk Score of 80 places the area in the very walkable band. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Blair Einfeldt serves as the administrator, and Richwoodidence Opco operates the community.

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Overview of Creekside on Bardstown

Located in a bustling area in Jefferson County, Louisville, KY, Creekside on Bardstown is a dynamic senior living community that offers premiere assisted living and memory care services. Residents are offered well-appointed studio apartments with spacious floor plans, as well as shared companion suites to accommodate various lifestyle needs for easier provision of care should they need it. The community offers round the clock supervision and care combined with a 24/7 emergency response system for a safe and secure environment.

Residents here enjoy an active lifestyle and a daily life filled with fun and enjoyment thanks to the community’s wide array of activities, amenities, and services that promote a healthy and balanced lifestyle. The community also offers onsite therapies, restaurant-style dining, and transportation to scheduled doctor appointments to help residents live comfortably and conveniently. At Creekside on Bardstown, residents are guaranteed to live the life they desire with the support of a compassionate care team and nurturing community.

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Overview of Riverside Care and Rehabilitation Center

Riverside Care and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Calhoun, KY. Nursing home and skilled nursing services offer ongoing residential care with licensed nursing support. Memory care provides a supervised setting for someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, making the community suitable for families who need temporary support.

The center has 79 beds. Rehabilitation services support recovery and therapy within the community, while the Clinical Services, Care Navigation, and Life Enrichment programs address clinical needs, help coordinate care, and provide structured activities. On site, podiatry, dental, optometry, and audiology services give residents access to several types of specialty care at the facility.

Private rooms provide a single resident living space, and weekly religious services representing multiple denominations are available for residents who wish to attend. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Logan Midkiff serves as administrator, and LP Calhoun operates the center. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the total daily nursing time assigned per resident across the facility.

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Overview of Highlands Nursing and Rehabilitation

Highlands Nursing and Rehabilitation in Louisville, Kentucky, provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, memory care, hospice care, and respite care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports end of life needs, and respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 154 beds. Short term rehabilitation and outpatient therapy support residents recovering from illness, injury, or a hospital stay, including people who need therapy before returning home or moving to their next care setting. Outpatient Therapy is a named program at the community.

Highlands Nursing and Rehabilitation may be a good fit for a family seeking nursing care alongside memory care, hospice care, rehabilitation, or a temporary respite stay. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 12 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. A Walk Score of 70 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Ken Bogard serves as administrator.

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Overview of StoryPoint Prospect

An 89-bed assisted living community on Carslaw Court in Prospect, Kentucky, is StoryPoint Prospect. It supplies three care levels: assisted living, memory care, and respite services. The two-story building caters to residents across studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, providing flexibility for varying needs and desires.

The Prospect location scores 46 on the Walk Score scale, indicating somewhat walkable surroundings where reachable on foot are some nearby services, but most activities and errands demand transportation. This residential setting may attract families seeking a quieter neighborhood environment instead of a busy commercial area. StoryPoint Prospect serves older adults needing support with daily activities: bathing, dressing, and medication management, while encouraging independence. Its memory care offerings provide specialized support for occupants experiencing cognitive decline, and respite care allows for short-term stays for momentary relief and recovery.

An on-site visit by families considering StoryPoint Prospect is the best way to evaluate its daily rhythms, dining options, activities, and care quality. Conversing directly with staff about staffing levels, specialized programs, pricing, and specific amenities will help determine if the community matches a dearest one’s needs.

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Overview of Bluegrass Assisted Living at Elizabethtown

Discover Bluegrass Assisted Living, a welcoming community situated in the heart of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, offering a comfortable haven for seniors seeking a vibrant and supportive lifestyle. Set amidst serene landscapes and lush greenery, this community provides a tranquil environment that encourages relaxation and peace. The community’s ideal location in Elizabethtown offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and easy access to nearby cities. At Bluegrass Assisted Living, resident health and well-being are paramount. Regular classes, routine wellness checks, and access to medical professionals ensure comprehensive care for seniors.

Residents enjoy diverse tailored activities catering to individual interests, including art classes, fitness programs, and social gatherings, fostering engagement and a sense of community. One of the community’s highlights is its exceptional dining experience, featuring meticulously prepared nutritious meals. Communal dining spaces further encourage camaraderie among residents, fostering meaningful connections. Bluegrass’s warm and inviting atmosphere promotes social interaction, enabling residents to forge lasting friendships, share stories, and create cherished memories together.

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Preston Greens Senior Living

1825 Little Herb Wy, Lexington, KY 40509
Overview of Preston Greens Senior Living

Located 6.5 miles south of the city center, Preston Greens Senior Living is a 124-bed assisted living and memory care community whose operations are overseen by administrator Tammy Muffley in the Hamburg Area of Lexington. It sits at 1825 Little Herb Way and offers apartment-style living with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans spanning 344 to 911 square feet. Pets are welcome, so it’s a practical choice for residents wanting to keep animal companions during their senior living years.

The community serves two care populations: 100 residents in assisted living support and 24 occupants in a dedicated memory care unit for those living with dementia. Assisted living residents benefit from 24/7 staffing, dining services, full housekeeping, on-site transportation, and recreational programming. Memory care residents access the same base services, plus structured dementia-focused activities and more supervision tailored to their needs. The Hamburg Area location has a Walk Score of 26. This means some services are walkable, but most errands need a car. Nearby, Club MD urgent care is about 1.2 miles away, giving families quick access to unscheduled medical needs. Daily life comprises dining services and recreational programming as core features. Preston Greens Senior Living handles transportation, so occupants and visiting family members can rely on it for errands and outings.

The surrounding neighborhood is calmer and more car-dependent than Lexington’s downtown, which fits residents and families preferring a residential feel over a walkable urban setting.

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Overview of Pikeville Nursing and Rehab Center

Pikeville Nursing and Rehab Center is a nursing home in Pikeville, Kentucky, offering hospice care, memory care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide ongoing nursing care and support for residents with complex health needs, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort for a resident nearing the end of life, and the range of services can suit someone whose care needs change over time.

Opened in 1970, the center has 106 beds. Rehabilitation services support residents recovering after hospitalization, including those receiving posthospital skilled nursing care. A salon and spa provides personal grooming services on site, while multidenominational weekly religious services are available for residents who want to participate in worship.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care, and Lanna Roberts serves as the administrator. With a Walk Score of 71, the area falls in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

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Overview of Pine Meadows Post Acute

In Lexington, KY, Pine Meadows Post Acute is licensed across nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, and respite care, with 120 beds served by that list. Skilled nursing is licensed nursing support for anyone whose medical needs do not let up. Memory care means supervision in a secured setting against wandering. Hospice is the side that prioritizes comfort for residents whose care has stopped aiming at recovery, and respite is a short stay covering a caregiver’s trip or their own time away for rest and recovery.

A Walk Score of 31 puts the area in the car-dependent category of neighborhoods. A trip out needs to be planned around a driver’s availability, and that holds for residents and visitors alike.

Tanner Tippetts does the administering, and Pine Meadowsidence Opco is the operating company.

Short-term rehabilitation is for recovery after surgery, illness, or injury. Complex wound care is a named program too, for wounds past what a routine dressing change is adequate for. A dietary program can be matched to specific dietary and therapeutic needs, and Alzheimer’s and dementia care gives residents with those conditions a supervised place to be.

Two hours and 38 minutes of nursing time falls to each resident daily. The list, as a whole, fits a family looking for nursing support, dementia care, hospice, or respite.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare’s part begins with a qualifying hospital discharge and covers the short-term skilled care that follows. Medicaid’s part begins later, when the money will not stretch over a long stay.

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Hallmark House Memory Care

10301 Coneflower Ln, Prospect, KY 40059
Overview of Hallmark House Memory Care

Hallmark House Memory Care is a dedicated community in Prospect, KY, that specializes in memory care. Those with memory loss receive top-notch care for their unique needs through the community’s medical model approach, provided around the clock. The community also promotes a supportive and secure environment, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety.

To enhance residents’ cognition and living experiences, stimulating programs and enriching activities, including games and light exercises, are conducted. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is also available. Occupational and speech therapy are also provided five days a week. With its specialized care and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed 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 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