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Best Nursing Homes in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 176 nursing homes in Kentucky using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KY
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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.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Kentucky

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

152 facilities compared · CMS & KY Dept. of Health data

Sayre Christian Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Lexington (Belleau Wood)
164
Facility 164
KY AVG 82
Rank #15 / 341
98.8%
Facility 98.8%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #11 / 209
+22%
4.42
Facility 4.42
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #22 / 193
-17%+18%
$7.9k
Facility $7.9k
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #142 / 199
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #158 / 195
5.0
Facility 5.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #128 / 195
2155-
43
Facility 43
KY AVG 41
Rank #206 / 423
Christian Benevolent Outreach, Inc.
$16.6M
Facility $16.6M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #14 / 197
$9.7M
Facility $9.7M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #8 / 197
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #18 / 197
185248
Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas
NH
AL
IL
RC
Fort Thomas
110
Facility 110
KY AVG 82
Rank #70 / 341
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #113 / 209
+5%
3.16
Facility 3.16
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #117 / 193
-23%-16%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
10
Facility 10
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #80 / 195
3.3
Facility 3.3
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #66 / 195
-134A+
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 41
Rank #176 / 423
Carespring Health Care Holdings LP
$15.2M
Facility $15.2M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #16 / 197
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #25 / 197
47.2%
Facility 47.2%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #108 / 197
185383
Madison Health & Rehabilitation Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Richmond
92
Facility 92
KY AVG 82
Rank #128 / 341
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #78 / 209
+10%
3.27
Facility 3.27
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #94 / 193
-58%-13%
$11.8k
Facility $11.8k
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #150 / 199
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #129 / 195
5.3
Facility 5.3
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #140 / 195
287-
36
Facility 36
KY AVG 41
Rank #244 / 423
Summit Care Management LLC
$7.1M
Facility $7.1M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #141 / 197
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #65 / 197
69%
Facility 69%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #4 / 197
185262
The Willows at Springhurst
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Louisville
62
Facility 62
KY AVG 82
Rank #218 / 341
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #120 / 209
+3%
3.32
Facility 3.32
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #94 / 193
-24%-12%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
17
Facility 17
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #135 / 195
5.7
Facility 5.7
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #148 / 195
-48A+
34
Facility 34
KY AVG 41
Rank #261 / 423
Carla Sieckert
$13.3M
Facility $13.3M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #41 / 197
$7.7M
Facility $7.7M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #24 / 197
57.8%
Facility 57.8%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #43 / 197
185305
Wellington Parc of Owensboro
NH
HC
MC
RC
Owensboro
80
Facility 80
KY AVG 82
Rank #168 / 341
52.5%
Facility 52.5%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #197 / 209
-35%
7.74
Facility 7.74
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #2 / 193
-8%+106%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
14
Facility 14
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #113 / 195
4.7
Facility 4.7
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #119 / 195
-42-
52
Facility 52
KY AVG 41
Rank #147 / 423
Jack T Wells Estate
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #147 / 197
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #133 / 197
54.9%
Facility 54.9%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #76 / 197
185436
Greenwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
RC
Bowling Green
128
Facility 128
KY AVG 82
Rank #38 / 341
96.1%
Facility 96.1%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #28 / 209
+18%
3.62
Facility 3.62
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #55 / 193
-6%-3%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
18
Facility 18
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #143 / 195
6.0
Facility 6.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #151 / 195
2122-
43
Facility 43
KY AVG 41
Rank #206 / 423
Gale Boice
$14.7M
Facility $14.7M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #26 / 197
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #10 / 197
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #25 / 197
185187
Hermitage Care & Rehabilitation Center
NH
NC
Owensboro
92
Facility 92
KY AVG 82
Rank #128 / 341
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #89 / 209
+8%
4.18
Facility 4.18
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #26 / 193
+14%+12%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #11 / 195
2.0
Facility 2.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #17 / 195
-88A+
49
Facility 49
KY AVG 41
Rank #170 / 423
Matthew Clark
$11.2M
Facility $11.2M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #51 / 197
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #87 / 197
39.3%
Facility 39.3%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #176 / 197
185346
Carmel Home
NH
Owensboro (Old Hartford Road)
115
Facility 115
KY AVG 82
Rank #63 / 341
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #183 / 209
+3%- --
$40.2k
Facility $40.2k
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #181 / 199
3
Facility 3
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #7 / 195
3.0
Facility 3.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #48 / 195
-96-
20
Facility 20
KY AVG 41
Rank #334 / 423
Mary Heisler
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #148 / 197
$4.5M
Facility $4.5M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #105 / 197
70.4%
Facility 70.4%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #28 / 197
185226
Edmonson Center
NH
Brownsville
74
Facility 74
KY AVG 82
Rank #181 / 341
97.3%
Facility 97.3%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #18 / 209
+20%
3.47
Facility 3.47
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #69 / 193
-41%-8%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
11
Facility 11
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #90 / 195
5.5
Facility 5.5
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #146 / 195
370-
43
Facility 43
KY AVG 41
Rank #206 / 423
Edmonson Health Center LLC
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #99 / 197
$3.5M
Facility $3.5M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #91 / 197
42%
Facility 42%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #100 / 197
185401
Twin Rivers Nursing And Rehab Center
NH
HC
NC
PC
RC
Owensboro
132
Facility 132
KY AVG 82
Rank #36 / 341
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #171 / 209
-11%
3.39
Facility 3.39
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #77 / 193
-6%-10%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
18
Facility 18
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #143 / 195
9.0
Facility 9.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #187 / 195
-93A+
52
Facility 52
KY AVG 41
Rank #147 / 423
Myra Raymer
$9.7M
Facility $9.7M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #124 / 197
$5.5M
Facility $5.5M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #50 / 197
57.2%
Facility 57.2%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #6 / 197
185087
Nazareth Home Clifton
NH
IL
MC
Louisville (Clifton Heights)
144
Facility 144
KY AVG 82
Rank #24 / 341
69.9%
Facility 69.9%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #180 / 209
-14%
4.23
Facility 4.23
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #26 / 193
+1%+13%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
17
Facility 17
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #135 / 195
5.7
Facility 5.7
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #148 / 195
-105A+
36
Facility 36
KY AVG 41
Rank #244 / 423
Greg Cobb
$13.3M
Facility $13.3M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #25 / 197
$8.0M
Facility $8.0M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #27 / 197
59.8%
Facility 59.8%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #88 / 197
185442
The Willows at Fritz Farm
NH
AL
Lexington (Pickway Korner)
30
Facility 30
KY AVG 82
Rank #310 / 341
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #1 / 209
+23%
3.60
Facility 3.60
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #55 / 193
-18%-4%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
8
Facility 8
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #49 / 195
2.7
Facility 2.7
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #37 / 195
-50-
69
Facility 69
KY AVG 41
Rank #58 / 423
Elizabeth Blair
$9.7M
Facility $9.7M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #89 / 197
$5.2M
Facility $5.2M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #61 / 197
53.4%
Facility 53.4%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #59 / 197
185482
Signature Healthcare at Hillcrest
NH
MC
RC
Owensboro
156
Facility 156
KY AVG 82
Rank #17 / 341
81.4%
Facility 81.4%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #136 / 209
0%
3.57
Facility 3.57
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #55 / 193
+47%-5%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #38 / 195
3.5
Facility 3.5
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #78 / 195
-128-
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 41
Rank #404 / 423
William Conley
$15.0M
Facility $15.0M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #12 / 197
$5.7M
Facility $5.7M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #38 / 197
38.1%
Facility 38.1%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #173 / 197
185120
Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
Calvert City
100
Facility 100
KY AVG 82
Rank #97 / 341
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #139 / 209
-2%
4.08
Facility 4.08
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #30 / 193
-33%+9%
$15.6k
Facility $15.6k
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #163 / 199
16
Facility 16
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #129 / 195
8.0
Facility 8.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #183 / 195
280-
10
Facility 10
KY AVG 41
Rank #368 / 423
Stacey Bullock
$8.1M
Facility $8.1M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #110 / 197
$3.1M
Facility $3.1M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #114 / 197
37.8%
Facility 37.8%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #124 / 197
185195
The Springs at Stony Brook
NH
ADC
AL
IL
MC
Louisville
106
Facility 106
KY AVG 82
Rank #79 / 341
72.4%
Facility 72.4%
KY AVG 81.3%
Rank #172 / 209
-11%
3.30
Facility 3.30
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #94 / 193
-27%-12%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 199
3
Facility 3
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #7 / 195
3.0
Facility 3.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #48 / 195
-66-
28
Facility 28
KY AVG 41
Rank #292 / 423
Hurstbourne Healthcare, LLC
$11.1M
Facility $11.1M
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #70 / 197
$6.4M
Facility $6.4M
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #42 / 197
57.2%
Facility 57.2%
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #45 / 197
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Overview of Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation

Located on Greene Drive in Greenville, Kentucky, Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing home. Some errands can be done on foot because the neighborhood is moderately walkable. The facility opened within the past year, so it’s still fairly new. It has 74 beds and has an occupancy rate of 80%.

The home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For families, that gives some flexibility with payment. It can help cover short-term rehabilitation or longer nursing care. That matters when care needs change after a hospital stay.

The main focus here is rehabilitation and short-term recovery. The facility provides rehab services, respite care, short-term rehab programs, and outpatient therapy. That range may suit someone recovering after surgery, illness, or injury. It may also help families needing temporary care support.

Staffing is available 24 hours a day. Residents receive about 3 hours and 7 minutes of total nursing care each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses share that work. Throughout the day, that mix supports hands-on care.

The average stay is about 134 days, which suggests the home serves both post-acute rehab residents and longer-term nursing residents. Some people may return home after therapy. Others may stay longer as their care needs continue.

State inspections show the facility operates in compliance with federal regulations. Since the home is newer, families may want to ask how rehab goals are set and reviewed and how care teams coordinate ongoing clinical support.

The location may be useful for visiting family members in Greenville. Some nearby places can be reached without always using a car. Still, the area is mixed, so many trips will likely need driving. For local families, that may make planning visits easier.

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Overview of Nicholasville Nursing & Rehabilitation

Nicholasville Nursing & Rehabilitation is a 73-bed nursing home in Nicholasville, Kentucky, at 100 Sparks Avenue. Skilled rehabilitation and short-term care are major parts of the services available. The area is moderately walkable, and some errands can be completed on foot. Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay options are accepted.

Residents receive an average of 3 hours and 11 minutes of nursing care each day through support from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, and other caregivers working across a 24-hour schedule. Nursing support is a major part of daily care. Physical therapy, short-term rehabilitation programs, respite care, and a dedicated outpatient therapy program are all available.

A hospital stay is one reason people may come to the facility, while others are working toward rehabilitation goals through therapy and nursing support. Most stay an average of 103 days. Post-acute rehabilitation is part of the resident mix, and some residents also require ongoing nursing support.

The facility has an 88% occupancy rate, and community-based care is part of the setting. Staff is available 24 hours a day. Support and monitoring continue around the clock.

Clinical rehabilitation services are a major part of the care available at the home. Nursing continuity is also offered. Family visitors will find the location reasonably walkable. Different coverage options are available for families using Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, or other payment arrangements.

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Overview of Franklin-Simpson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Owned by Gregory Muse, Franklin-Simpson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located on Robey Street in Franklin, Kentucky, and offers skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. The center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering families flexible coverage options for short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

The 98-bed facility has an 82% occupancy rate, reflecting a community that is nearing its full capacity. Residents stay an average of 170 days, including post-acute rehabilitation residents and those needing ongoing skilled care. Nurse staffing averages 2 hours and 57 minutes per resident each day. The residents’ area is supported by a team of registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses on duty around the clock to support daily care needs.

State inspections show the facility generally and substantially complies with regulatory standards. The center is in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 68, so it’s relatively accessible to visiting family members who prefer to handle some errands on foot.

Residents at Franklin-Simpson can join social gatherings and outings to stay engaged within the community. Amenities on-site include beauty and barber services, complimentary Wi-Fi, and family gathering rooms. Laundry services and cable television are also available, so residents can stay comfortable during their stay.

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Overview of Morganfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Morganfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing home in Morganfield, Kentucky, and Melissa Knight owns and runs the home. The 60-bed facility is fairly new but has already reached 88% occupancy, indicating community acceptance. Located on North Carrier Street, the property has a walkability score of 53.

The home cares for residents coming in for post-acute rehabilitation as well as people who need longer-term nursing care. Residents stay for about 123 days on average. Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents are accepted, so families have several ways to cover the cost of care.

Skilled rehabilitation is a major part of what the home offers. Residents have access to a full range of on-site rehabilitation services, and respite care is available for those needing a temporary stay. A physician is on staff. Nursing care averages about 3 hours and 5 minutes per resident each day.

Registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides provide care throughout the day and night. That level of staffing gives residents hands-on daily care and a regular clinical presence. People recovering from surgery, stroke, or other complex medical conditions are among those receiving care at the facility. Serving both rehabilitation and nursing care residents, the home works with a wide range of care needs.

Daily life includes social events, outings, and other activities. Residents also have access to a beauty and barber shop, family gathering rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, television service in every room, and full laundry services. The home is pet-friendly, and that can matter to residents who want to keep their companions close during their stay.

State inspections found areas that needed attention. These included life safety systems, infection prevention procedures, and medication management practices. Families who tour the facility can talk directly about these findings and ask how the issues are being addressed.

Morganfield is still a newer facility and continues to build its place in the local market. It is actively serving people looking for rehabilitation services and short-term care in the region. An in-person tour can give families a better look at the clinical setting, room options, and the pace of daily life. As a facility that recently opened, it is still developing its operations while caring for residents in the community.

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Overview of Elliott Nursing and Rehabilitation

Elliott Nursing and Rehabilitation is a nursing home for short-term post-acute rehabilitation and longer skilled nursing care. The 75-bed facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families a few options for covering care. It has been open for a year, with 94% occupancy, which suggests a steady resident count and may also point to some stability in daily routines.

Rehabilitation is the main focus at Elliott. The home provides rehab services, outpatient therapy, and structured recovery programs. These services may help residents coming from hospitals or recovering after surgery. This setup may be practical for patients rebuilding strength after an acute event.

Most stay an average of 147 days, which fits many post-acute rehab residents who improve over weeks or months. Some may return home after therapy, while others may need longer skilled nursing care, depending on their progress.

Daily nurse staffing averages about 2 hours and 34 minutes per resident. Registered nurses provide 33 minutes of that care each day. Nursing aides and licensed practical nurses also help with daily support. With around-the-clock staffing, residents have care available at all hours.

A state inspection follow-up survey confirmed substantial compliance with care standards. It also showed that the home addressed earlier areas of concern. That is a useful point for families to ask about during a visit. They may want to know what changed and how the changes are maintained.

Elliott also provides respite care, which can be helpful when a primary caregiver at home needs a planned break. During that time, the resident can receive skilled nursing support.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 30. Most errands and activities require transportation, which is common in many nursing homes. Families seeking a newer nursing home with a strong rehabilitation focus and solid compliance standing will find Elliott to be a great option due to its flexible payment options and round-the-clock nursing support.

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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.

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Overview of Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Located in Irvine, Kentucky, Irvine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing facility owned by Mica Collins. The community opened not long ago and cares for residents recovering after hospital stays, while others come for ongoing nursing care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, and families have more than one way to cover a stay. The 88-bed facility has an occupancy rate of 93%, and residents stay an average of 107 days.

Rehabilitation is a major part of the center, and nursing care averages 3 hours and 23 minutes per resident each day. Registered nurses add another 39 minutes of daily care, while rehabilitation patients receive the hands-on attention tied to recovery. Dietary counseling and nutritional services are part of the program. Staff is on hand 24 hours a day.

Social gatherings are part of daily life, and residents also take part in outings away from the facility. Beauty and barber services are available on-site, while family gathering rooms give visitors a place to sit and spend time together. The facility is pet-friendly, and animal companionship is welcome. Complimentary WiFi, televisions in rehabilitation rooms, and complimentary cable access are also available. Laundry services are available for clothing and linens, and private rooms are available for rehabilitation patients.

The neighborhood has a walkability score of 37 out of 100, so nearby services may be reached on foot, but most trips require transportation. Families driving in for visits may find the setting practical. The area is away from a busy commercial district, and some residents prefer that quieter atmosphere.

Inspections by state regulators focused on administrative and operating procedures. Medical records management, food safety, and infection prevention practices were among the areas reviewed, and the facility worked to address the identified findings. The inspection process also covered daily protocols tied to those areas.

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Overview of Elizabethtown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Owned by Cassie Allen, Elizabethtown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility on Woodland Drive in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. It is well established in the area and has been operating for 23 years. The location has a Walk Score of 75, making it very walkable. Most daily errands can be handled on foot nearby, which may be helpful for families visiting. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

The community has 65 beds and has a 77% occupancy. That leaves some capacity available while still maintaining an active resident count. The average stay is 148 days, including post-acute rehab residents and people staying longer.

Rehabilitation is a major part of the facility’s care model. Residents receive about 2 hours and 26 minutes of total nursing care each day. Registered nurses, nursing aides, and licensed practical nurses all provide daily support.

The center provides rehabilitation services, respite care, and 24-hour nursing coverage. A doctor is also on staff, providing clinical support within the facility. This may suit someone leaving the hospital after illness, surgery, or injury. The goal for many residents may be to regain strength and daily function.

Daily life includes a few practical comforts. Residents can join social gatherings and outings, depending on their needs and interests. The building also has Wi-Fi, laundry services, and a beauty and barber shop. The facility is pet-friendly, which may matter to many residents. Being able to keep pets close can make care feel less lonely.

State inspections show a history of substantial compliance, and recent findings confirm the center’s operational standards. Complaint investigations also did not cite any deficiencies.

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Overview of Perkins Country Manor

Perkins Country Manor is a 32-bed skilled nursing facility located on Asbury Road in Augusta, Kentucky, under the ownership of Bracken Ky Opco Holdco. The home works with standard payment options, processing residential invoices through private pay, Medicare, and Medicaid. The local streets carry a somewhat walkable neighborhood layout, which means family members and visitors can manage some small tasks on foot, though a personal vehicle is still useful for general travel around the county.

The building maintains a 78 percent occupancy rate, with individual resident stays averaging about 120 days. This shorter baseline timeline means the daily floor schedule balances temporary respite care and short-term post-hospital therapy with standard long-term housing. The nursing crew covers the building around the clock, providing an average of 2 hours and 49 minutes of direct medical monitoring per resident each day, with a staffing schedule that splits duties between registered nurses, practical nurses, and nurse aides.

Daily operations target short-term recovery tracking and personal care assistance for residents who do not require extended, long-term placement. General routines coordinate standard necessities like housekeeping, room maintenance, and daily meals to keep the building organized. For families reviewing the home’s history, state inspection reports have historically centered on operational compliance reviews regarding resident documentation procedures and medication storage protocols.

Interested individuals can evaluate how the facility organizes its daily nursing schedules, short-term recovery tracks, and health documentation procedures. The community pairs these primary clinical operations with standard services, including flexible care options, regular room maintenance, and around-the-clock physical assistance.

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Overview of Letcher Manor

Whitesburg, Kentucky is home to Letcher Manor, a 142-bed nursing home owned by Carla Bishnoi and situated on Piedmont Drive. The facility processes accounts through typical billing channels, accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. The surrounding geographic layout has a Walk Score of 41, creating a mostly car-dependent setting where visiting families will generally require a vehicle for transit, though a few minor local errands can be handled on foot.

Operational records show an 84 percent occupancy rate, with the resident population experiencing an average length of stay of 175 days across the 142 beds. Shift charts indicate that total direct nursing care averages 2 hours and 49 minutes per resident each day, divided into 2 hours and 17 minutes from nurse aides, 44 minutes from practical nurses, and 24 minutes from registered nurses. Daily workflows are structured around short-term rehabilitation, post-hospital recovery, and respite care, backed by a clinical infrastructure that includes routine laboratory testing, X-ray tracking, podiatry, dental checks, and pharmacy distribution.

The layout comprises furnished private and semi-private rooms that link to indoor family lounges, a beauty shop, a mobile garden, and an outdoor courtyard. The domestic crew manages standard daily operations, including housekeeping, laundry loops, and religious services, while maintaining a pet-friendly policy and providing Wi-Fi access. State monitoring records note that past regulatory surveys included citations regarding infection control, food preparation safety, care planning, and discharge papers, though a more recent inspection report recorded zero deficient practices.

Prospective residents can coordinate a site visit to evaluate the room setups, check out the courtyard areas, and discuss the recent regulatory inspection trends directly with the administrative team.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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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 176 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.