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Our editorial team analyzed 207 nursing homes in KY using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KY
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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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: 48.9% 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.
$6.2M*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$3.3M*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
53.8%*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other KY nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 207 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Cumberland Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Cumberland Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and nursing home community in Burkesville, Kentucky. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while long term care supports residents who need ongoing care. Rehabilitation services are also available. Together, nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care may suit a resident who needs licensed nursing support or a family whose usual caregiver needs short term coverage.
There are 84 beds in all. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 25 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment options for covered care or private expenses.
Respite care provides short stays for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet in the community. Leslie Smith serves as administrator, and Cumberland Ky Opco operates the community.
Overview of Liberty Care and Rehabilitation Center
Liberty Care and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Liberty, KY, offering hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort during serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The 97 bed home has total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Liberty Care and Rehabilitation Center may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing support alongside secured memory care, comfort focused care, or short term respite. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes; Medicaid can matter when savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.
The community is operated by LP Liberty and administered by Christian Toelke. Rehabilitation services are available, and a salon and spa give residents access to grooming at the community. A full time chaplain and multidenominational weekly religious services provide access to worship and faith support, while a Walk Score of 48 places the area in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride.
Wurtland Nursing & Rehabilitation is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Wurtland, KY, with hospice care and respite care as additional options. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs temporary relief. The community may be a good fit for someone needing ongoing nursing care or for a family arranging a temporary placement.
Rehabilitation services include short term rehabilitation, occupational therapy, speech therapy, outpatient therapy, and hospice care. These services support recovery and can address daily function or communication needs, while outpatient therapy allows a person to receive therapy without an inpatient rehabilitation stay.
The home has 126 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3h 12m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and Adam Rucker serves as the administrator.
Edgemont Healthcare offers skilled nursing care in Cynthiana, Kentucky, catering to residents who require routine medical oversight and assistance.
Managed by administrator Dannita Morgan, the 68-bed facility maintains a 97% occupancy rate. Nursing reports detail an average of 3 hours and 48 minutes of direct daily care delivered per resident. Residents can cover expenses using Medicare, Medicaid, or private funding.
Interested families seeking skilled nursing services can reach out to Edgemont Healthcare to inquire about bed availability, discuss coverage details, or set up a guided walk-through of the area.
In Danville, KY, Henson Park Health & Rehabilitation holds a license for hospice care, nursing home care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing here means licensed cover that goes from one day into the next without a seam. Hospice care takes residents whose needs have become end-of-life ones.
Somebody whose usual caregiver needs time away can book a respite stay. The nursing home side handles residence that keeps going, spread over 90 beds.
Each resident’s daily nurse time is 2 hours and 25 minutes. Medicaid, private pay, and Medicare are all on the accepted list.
Short-Term Rehab is a named service, with Post-Surgical Care and Orthopedic Rehab as named programs under it. A resident recovering from an operation or an orthopedic problem can therefore do that work inside a stay that ends. Residents with pulmonary, bariatric, or oncology needs each have a named program of their own.
Recovery-focused care after surgery, and a temporary stay for relief, are the two things this community is set up to answer. Tammy Workman is the administrator, and Henson Snf Operations operates the community.
Pioneer Trace Group offers nursing home, hospice care, nursing care, and skilled nursing services in Flemingsburg, Kentucky. Nursing care and skilled nursing provide ongoing medical support, with licensed nursing care available on site around the clock through skilled nursing services. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, while rehabilitation services provide structured help with recovery or maintaining function. Pioneer Trace Group may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing oversight and rehabilitation services in one setting.
The community has 92 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 6 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 payment options for covered or privately funded care. Amanda McIntyre serves as the administrator.
Grand Haven Nursing Home in Cynthiana, Kentucky, offers long-term clinical care and skilled support directly on site. Daily operations under administrator Ashlee Gaunce are backed by operator Martin’s Rest Home, serving residents who require ongoing medical assistance.
The 54-bed property logs an average of 2 hours and 52 minutes of direct nursing time per resident each day. Accepted payment methods include Medicare for short-term medical stays, Medicaid for extended residence, and direct private pay.
Interested representatives seeking small-community care options can contact Grand Haven Nursing Home to check current room availability, discuss payment methods, or schedule a visit.
The Seasons at Alexandria offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Alexandria, KY. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, hospice care supports end of life needs, and respite care provides a short term stay.
Several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Respite care may also suit a family caregiver who needs short term support while traveling or recovering. The community has 66 beds and provides 4h 23m of total nurse staffing per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving eligible residents and families multiple payment routes, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Residents can use the salon and spa, while the gardens and patio areas include grilling spaces and fire pits for outdoor use. Flexible meal plans, rehabilitation services, and transportation services are available, and Reva Stroud serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot.
Treyton Oak Towers has maintained its legacy as a non-profit, faith-based organization since 1984. Resting in the hub of Louisville’s rich heritage, the home provides a wide range of care options, consisting of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, personal care, memory care, and independent living. The living accommodations are thoughtfully designed with 14 unique floor plans, offering seniors a sense of freedom in their living spaces. The outdoor spaces at Treyton Oak Towers are a true oasis. From the serene outdoor patio to the turtle garden, the guest rooms for visiting loved ones, and the stunning skyline view deck, residents can savor the beauty of their sunset years. The home is also equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for therapy and rehabilitation, including a well-appointed therapy gym, rehab suites, and an aquatic therapy program. The rooftop greenhouse, chapel, woodworking shop, and other amenities also offer opportunities for residents to pursue their passions, explore their creativity, and nourish their spiritual well-being. Treyton Oak Towers offers a one-of-a-kind service that is worth giving a go.
Nursing home care, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and palliative care are the work at Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY. Sixteen programs carry names here, and licensed nursing is the one with no schedule attached to it. The secure memory care unit is another of the sixteen, and the only one with a door, supervising residents who need that level of support.
Comfort for serious or advanced illness is the point of the hospice and palliative pairing, which the program list carries as a single entry. The building is licensed for 184 beds. Daily nursing weighs in at 3 hours and 40 minutes for each resident.
Payment comes by way of Medicaid, Medicare, or private funds. Physical, occupational and speech rehabilitation are named programs, so those sessions happen without a car journey attached. A salon is named too.
Erin Whitehouse is administrator, with Owensboro Ky Opco, LLC as the operating entity. Round-the-clock nursing, a secure memory unit, and comfort-focused care together fit a resident needing ongoing supervision or a shift toward comfort.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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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 207 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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Nursing Homes in Kentucky at a glance
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
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