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Our editorial team analyzed 197 nursing homes in KY using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KY
Avg Overall CMS Rating:2.8/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kentucky. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:2.7/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kentucky. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.9/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Kentucky. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (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.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Kentucky average is: 48.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Overview of Hermitage Care & Rehabilitation Center
Hermitage Care and Rehabilitation Center in Owensboro, KY, is a prime skilled nursing community offering comprehensive services including clinical services, rehabilitation, care navigation, and more. Here, residents can choose from a wide array of well-accommodated and beautifully designed accommodations with a variety of floor plans. Committed to providing exceptional care that gives the comfort of a home in a friendly environment, a warm and caring team works 24/7 catering to the immediate needs and interests of its residents.
Dedicated to helping its residents continue to live life to the fullest, the community offers top-grade amenities and services, including social events and holiday programs, group excursions, and many more. Explore the friendly environment with a picturesque courtyard and bask in the area with your new friends. At Hermitage Care and Rehabilitation Center, residents can experience an empowering and stress-free retirement.
Overview of Middlesboro Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
Middlesboro Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility is located at 235 New Wilson Lane in Middlesboro, Kentucky. Melissa Robbins owns this 95-bed building, which coordinates billing through standard payment channels like private funds, Medicare, and Medicaid. The surrounding area maintains a moderate Walk Score of 62, which enables visiting families and guests to complete a fair number of daily tasks on foot without always needing a vehicle.
Residents typically stay in the facility for an average of 198 days. Because of this timeline, the daily floor schedule is divided between short-term therapy after a hospital stay, temporary respite care, and traditional long-term skilled nursing. The staff covers the building around the clock, averaging 3 hours and 21 minutes of direct nursing care per resident each day to manage ongoing clinical tracking, wound management, and basic physical assistance.
The interior layout features furnished private and semi-private bedrooms, a library, family visiting lounges, and building-wide Wi-Fi. To minimize external travel for residents, the staff organizes on-site diagnostic services like X-rays, laboratory tests, and pharmacy access, alongside regular dental, podiatry, vision, and hearing clinics. Daily workflows combine house maintenance and laundry services with a pet-friendly policy, open visiting hours, chapel services, a mobile garden, and scheduled group outings.
Prospective representatives can look into how the modern campus manages its 24-hour nursing schedules, integrated diagnostic services, and short-term therapy options. The home pairs these primary clinical programs with traditional accommodations, including private room configurations, flexible visiting rules, courtyard access, and local transit.
Welcome to Twin Rivers, where residents can discover a premier senior living community offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, and various specialty services in Owensboro, Kentucky. Their goal is to create a long-term care solution that allows residents to enjoy life more fully. Comfortable rooms and quality clinical care are provided to ensure a supportive and enriching environment.
Residents can experience the compassion and expertise that sets the community apart. Their skilled and caring clinical staff at Twin Rivers is dedicated to providing the highest quality care. For those on the mend from recent surgery or illness, Twin Rivers in Owensboro, Kentucky, offers expert rehabilitation and top-of-the-line equipment, ensuring a speedy recovery. Residents can trust the team at Twin Rivers to support their journey to wellness. Embrace a new chapter of vibrant living and personalized care as they welcome residents to Twin Rivers.
Overview of Kenwood Health and Rehabilitation Center
Located on Meadowlark Drive in Richmond, Kenwood Health and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing home owned by Benita Dickenson. The home welcomes people recovering from a hospital stay and also cares for those who need nursing support for a longer period. Hands-on therapy is a major part of daily care. Staff work with residents one-on-one to meet individual needs. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.
The facility has 93 beds and is running at 92% occupancy. Residents stay for about 103 days on average. Some come for post-acute rehabilitation, while others remain for longer-term skilled nursing care. Nursing staff provides an average of 3 hours and 30 minutes of care per resident each day.
Registered nurses are part of the care team and oversee clinical care. The home also has a doctor on staff, so many medical issues are handled without leaving the facility. That can reduce the need for outside appointments.
State inspectors found no concerns with infection control. They also found no issues related to Medicare or Medicaid compliance. Fire safety measures and electrical systems in hazardous areas met inspection requirements. The home’s inspection history shows close attention to these important standards.
Daily life includes a strong enrichment program with activities designed to keep residents involved. A facility van with a wheelchair lift is available for outings. Residents can also use on-site beauty and barber services. They also have access to a secure outdoor courtyard for fresh air or to spend time with visitors.
Private rooms are available for residents who prefer more personal space. The home also includes complimentary WiFi, cable television, and laundry service. A lounge with a large television serves as a common gathering area. Several family gathering rooms are available throughout the building.
Situated in a very walkable area of Richmond, the home has a neighborhood walk score of 78 out of 100. Many everyday errands can be completed on foot, and visiting family members can easily get around the surrounding area.
Overview of Maysville Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
Maysville Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility is a 130-bed facility at 620 Parker Road in Maysville, Kentucky. Serving Mason County, the center is operated by Maysville Operations, LLC and accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Direct care staffing is a relative strength; nurse aide hours are 2 hours and 40 minutes per resident per day, 10% above the Kentucky average, and LPN hours also exceed state benchmarks by 10%. However, RN coverage is 28 minutes per day, which is 39% below the state average. While 53.2% of short-stay residents successfully return to the community, both long-stay and short-stay emergency department visit rates run significantly above Kentucky averages.
The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services oversees inspections. Maysville Nursing and Rehabilitation maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. The most recent relicensure survey, completed in June 2025, found the facility in full substantial compliance with no deficiencies cited. This consistent pattern of regulatory adherence is reflected in the absence of fines or enforcement actions over the past three years. Current occupancy is 88%, which is higher than the state average of 81.3%.
Service programs include skilled nursing, memory care, and respite services, alongside short-term and long-term rehabilitation. The facility is located in a walkable city-center area, providing residents with proximity to local services. Amenities include an activity center, outdoor areas, and 24-hour nursing support. Since specific monthly pricing and ancillary fees are not included in public records, request a current fee schedule during a facility tour.
Strong direct care staffing and a consistent record of regulatory compliance make this a notable option for those requiring long-term care or rehabilitation. Reviewing the clinical oversight gaps for RNs and discussing emergency department visit trends with the administrator is recommended during an in-person visit.
Nazareth Home Clifton is a nonprofit nursing facility in Louisville, Kentucky, owned by Nazareth Home, Inc., under administrator Ashley Cochran. The community has 144 beds and provides skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, personal care, and recovery-to-home services. About 49% of admissions are Medicare-covered post-acute stays, and the average resident stay is 68 days.
CMS rated the facility 5 stars overall, making it one of the top-rated nursing homes in Kentucky. Since 2018, inspectors have conducted three inspections and identified 17 citations, above Kentucky’s average of 13.5. However, all 17 are moderate in severity, with zero critical or serious findings and no federal fines or penalties.
Staffing is the facility’s clear strength. Total nursing hours run 4 hours and 14 minutes per resident per day, 23% above Kentucky’s average of 3 hours and 27 minutes.
Short-stay outcomes support the rehabilitation profile. The facility’s rehospitalization rate of 16.4% is well below the Kentucky average of 24.5%, and 67.8% of short-stay residents return successfully to home or community, 34% better than state peers. Emergency department visits are at 0.20 per 1,000 resident days, compared to a Kentucky average of 2.19.
Services offered onsite are 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation, respite care, spiritual care, and the Nazareth At Home and Nazareth Elite Concierge programs.
The facility’s occupancy is lower than Kentucky’s average at 69.9%, suggesting current availability.
The community is best suited for residents seeking post-acute rehabilitation or short-to-medium-term skilled nursing care in Louisville’s Clifton Heights neighborhood, especially those who prioritize strong staffing levels and successful return-to-home outcomes.
Find the care you need at The Springs at Stony Brook, a distinct community in Louisville, KY, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents receive top-tier care for their unique needs around the clock from a compassionate and highly trained team. There’s no need to worry about household chores and daily activities, with the community helping with housekeeping and laundry.
Residents can meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences with a well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options in a restaurant-style setting. The community is ideal for those looking to age in one place, especially with its different levels of care and exceptional services.
Life Care Center of La Center is a 70-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility operated by La Center Operations, LLC at 252 West 5th Street in La Center, Ballard County, Kentucky. Services include Alzheimer’s and dementia care, memory care, respite care, and physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with an average stay of 89 days and a mix of short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents.
The facility is graded 5 stars by CMS, 79.2 percent above Kentucky’s average, with all four sub-ratings above state mean. Health inspection performance runs 70.1 percent above Kentucky’s average. Across 2 inspections since 2018, the community totaled 9 citations, all moderate in severity, with no critical or serious findings, complaint investigations, fines, and payment denials across eight years. Nurse hours reach 3h 43m per resident daily, 8 percent above Kentucky’s average. The facility has limited availability at 87.8 percent occupancy which is above Kentucky’s 81.3 percent average.
Amenities feature a community re-entry program, a certified dietitian, landscaped grounds and courtyards, and a beauty salon and barber shop. In place are a certified activity director and resident and family councils.
With consistently above-average ratings across all CMS categories, Life Care Center of La Center is best for skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care in rural Ballard County.
Calvert City Convalescent Center is a 95-bed facility at 1201 Fifth Avenue in Calvert City, Kentucky. Owned by Kem Cothran, the center serves Marshall County and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with Medicare accounting for 55% of new admissions.
The facility reports total adjusted nursing hours of 5 hours and 50 minutes per resident per day, which is 69% above the Kentucky average and ranks 6th among 170 state facilities. Nurse aide hours are a significant strength at 4 hours and 4 minutes per day (67% above average). However, RN hours are 37 minutes per day—20% below the state average—and weekend RN coverage drops to 10 minutes per day, which is 68% below the state benchmark of 31 minutes.
While the facility holds a 4-star overall rating, CMS quality measures run 65.5% below the Kentucky average. Short-stay residents experience a re-hospitalization rate of 36.0%, which is 47% worse than the Kentucky average of 24.5%. Long-stay hospitalizations are 2.20 per 1,000 resident days (18% above average), and falls with major injury run 34% worse than the state average at 1.0%.
The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services oversees inspections. Calvert City Convalescent Center maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of 3.0, with a health inspection score that is 43.4% better than the Kentucky average. Its current occupancy is 95%, significantly higher than the state average of 81.3%. No civil money penalties or enforcement actions have been recorded for the current 2024–2026 cycle.
Service programs include physical rehabilitation, memory care, and respite services. Amenities feature a full-service beauty salon and barbershop, a community clubhouse, a library, and landscaped courtyards. The facility provides religious services, social enrichment programming, and housekeeping. Since specific monthly pricing for long-term care is not provided in public records, request a current fee schedule during a facility tour.
Prospective residents seeking a facility with high direct-care staffing and a solid health inspection record may find this environment appropriate. Because of the significantly below-average quality measures and the high re-hospitalization rate for short-stay patients, individuals should ask the administrator directly about clinical initiatives to improve hospital-transfer outcomes and confirm weekend RN coverage levels during an in-person visit.
Redbanks Colonial Terrace is a skilled nursing facility in Sebree, Kentucky, in Webster County. It offers a full range of care, including nursing home and skilled nursing services alongside independent living and memory care, giving families options as a resident’s needs change over time. The facility is operated by Henderson County Health Care Corporation and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, covering both short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term care. It’s led by administrator Marty Teasley, with Shari Neewton serving as executive director.
The community has 87 beds and has been in operation for 15 years, with occupancy running high at 92 percent, or 80 of its 87 beds filled. The average length of stay is 348 days, pointing to a resident population that leans toward longer-term care rather than short rehab stints, even as the facility also supports short-term rehabilitation services for residents recovering from an injury or hospital stay.
Nursing support is a central part of daily life here, with total nursing care averaging 3 hours and 55 minutes per resident each day. That includes coverage from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides working together on day-to-day care. The facility also provides 24-hour staffing, so clinical support is available around the clock rather than limited to daytime hours.
State inspections conducted by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services have most often centered on infection control, medication and pharmacy practices, and quality-of-care documentation. These are administrative and process-focused areas rather than findings tied to direct resident harm.
The surrounding area in Sebree scores 41 out of 100 for walkability, meaning a handful of nearby services can be reached on foot, though most errands will call for a car. For families weighing daily visits or errands nearby, that’s a useful detail to factor into planning.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Kentucky
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Kentucky?
Assisted living in Kentucky is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Kentucky Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Kentucky Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 197 nursing homes in Kentucky. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
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