Best Nursing Homes in Louisville, KY

Updated Mar 2026

We analyzed 23 homes in Louisville, KY

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Kentucky Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Louisville, Kentucky: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

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Essex Nursing and Rehabilitation Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Lamborne Boulevard)	128	88.8% Facility 88.8% KY AVG 81.3%	+9%	3.62 Facility 3.62 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #53 / 176				-34%	-3%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	10 Facility 10 KY AVG 13.5	3.3 Facility 3.3 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	112	-	12 Facility 12 KY AVG 36 Rank #49 / 58	Flatt, Joseph	$13.5M Facility $13.5M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #46 / 178	$5.1M Facility $5.1M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #38 / 178	37.8% Facility 37.8% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #73 / 178	185288
Signature HealthCARE at Rockford Rehab & Wellness Center		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville	110	90.0% Facility 90.0% KY AVG 81.3%	+11%	3.29 Facility 3.29 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #90 / 176				+10%	-12%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	11 Facility 11 KY AVG 13.5	3.7 Facility 3.7 KY AVG 4.4	3 Facility 3 KY AVG 1.7	96	-	38 Facility 38 KY AVG 36 Rank #28 / 58	Lp Louisville Quinn Drive, Llc	$12.0M Facility $12.0M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #66 / 178	$4.0M Facility $4.0M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #73 / 178	33.1% Facility 33.1% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #109 / 178	185311
Treyton Oak Towers		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Old Louisville)	60	79.0% Facility 79.0% KY AVG 81.3%	-3%	3.97 Facility 3.97 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #34 / 176				-29%	+6%	1 Facility 1 KY AVG 0.9	22 Facility 22 KY AVG 13.5	5.5 Facility 5.5 KY AVG 4.4	4 Facility 4 KY AVG 1.7	47	-	85 Facility 85 KY AVG 36 Rank #1 / 58	Barnett, Susan	$15.5M Facility $15.5M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #29 / 178	$7.6M Facility $7.6M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #9 / 178	49% Facility 49% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #13 / 178	185175
Cherokee Park Rehabilitation		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Highlands Douglass)	104	71.2% Facility 71.2% KY AVG 81.3%	-12%	3.36 Facility 3.36 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #74 / 176				+67%	-10%	1 Facility 1 KY AVG 0.9	35 Facility 35 KY AVG 13.5	11.7 Facility 11.7 KY AVG 4.4	5 Facility 5 KY AVG 1.7	93	A+	49 Facility 49 KY AVG 36 Rank #18 / 58	Cherokee Park Rehabilitation, Llc	$11.4M Facility $11.4M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #78 / 178	$5.5M Facility $5.5M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #30 / 178	48.8% Facility 48.8% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #14 / 178	185237
Christian Health Center of Louisville		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Old Louisville)	122	71.5% Facility 71.5% KY AVG 81.3%	-12%	3.45 Facility 3.45 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #74 / 176				-26%	-8%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	16 Facility 16 KY AVG 13.5	3.2 Facility 3.2 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	104	-	83 Facility 83 KY AVG 36 Rank #2 / 58	-	$12.8M Facility $12.8M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #55 / 178	$4.2M Facility $4.2M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #63 / 178	32.4% Facility 32.4% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #116 / 178	185029
The Altenheim Senior Health Care Community	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Germantown)	-	- Facility - KY AVG 81.3%	-	- Facility - KY AVG 3.75	-	-	-	-	-	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 13.5	0.0 Facility 0.0 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	-	-	85 Facility 85 KY AVG 36	-	- Facility - KY AVG $10.5M	- Facility - KY AVG $4.0M	- Facility - KY AVG 40.7%	-
Nazareth Home		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Newburg Road)	-	93.4% Facility 93.4% KY AVG 81.3%	+15%	5.05 Facility 5.05 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #11 / 176				-	+35%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 13.5	0.0 Facility 0.0 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	108	-	49 Facility 49 KY AVG 36 Rank #18 / 58	Brosky, Joseph	$25.0M Facility $25.0M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #5 / 178	$11.7M Facility $11.7M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #3 / 178	47% Facility 47% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #22 / 178	185138
Nazareth Home Clifton		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Clifton Heights)	144	69.9% Facility 69.9% KY AVG 81.3%	-14%	4.23 Facility 4.23 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #25 / 176				-33%	+13%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	17 Facility 17 KY AVG 13.5	5.7 Facility 5.7 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	105	A+	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Cobb, Greg	$16.6M Facility $16.6M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #24 / 178	$6.8M Facility $6.8M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #12 / 178	40.9% Facility 40.9% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #50 / 178	185442
Signature Healthcare at Jefferson Manor Rehab and We		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville	100	89.0% Facility 89.0% KY AVG 81.3%	+9%	3.60 Facility 3.60 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #53 / 176				+70%	-4%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	14 Facility 14 KY AVG 13.5	4.7 Facility 4.7 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	91	-	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Cooper, Robert	$11.4M Facility $11.4M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #76 / 178	$3.3M Facility $3.3M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #111 / 178	28.4% Facility 28.4% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #146 / 178	185169
Signature Healthcare at Jefferson Place Rehab and We		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville	95	74.8% Facility 74.8% KY AVG 81.3%	-8%	3.98 Facility 3.98 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #34 / 176				+18%	+6%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	12 Facility 12 KY AVG 13.5	4.0 Facility 4.0 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	81	-	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Stoner, Chante	$13.7M Facility $13.7M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #42 / 178	$3.8M Facility $3.8M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #82 / 178	27.9% Facility 27.9% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #150 / 178	185349
Signature Healthcare of South Louisville		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Auburndale)	100	93.0% Facility 93.0% KY AVG 81.3%	+14%	3.75 Facility 3.75 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #38 / 176				+51%	0%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	13 Facility 13 KY AVG 13.5	4.3 Facility 4.3 KY AVG 4.4	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 1.7	93	-	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Little, Tyra	$11.5M Facility $11.5M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #75 / 178	$4.0M Facility $4.0M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #65 / 178	35.2% Facility 35.2% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #89 / 178	185335
Highlands Nursing and Rehabilitation		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville	154	92.9% Facility 92.9% KY AVG 81.3%	+14%	2.76 Facility 2.76 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #153 / 176				+30%	-26%	2 Facility 2 KY AVG 0.9	30 Facility 30 KY AVG 13.5	10.0 Facility 10.0 KY AVG 4.4	7 Facility 7 KY AVG 1.7	146	-	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Highlands Nursing And Rehabilitation Holdings Llc	$16.0M Facility $16.0M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #28 / 178	$6.3M Facility $6.3M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #19 / 178	39% Facility 39% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #66 / 178	185039
Sycamore Heights Health and Rehabilitation		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville (Clifton Heights)	96	85.3% Facility 85.3% KY AVG 81.3%	+5%	3.46 Facility 3.46 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #67 / 176				+70%	-8%	2 Facility 2 KY AVG 0.9	29 Facility 29 KY AVG 13.5	7.3 Facility 7.3 KY AVG 4.4	5 Facility 5 KY AVG 1.7	80	-	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Peel, Michael	$9.7M Facility $9.7M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #103 / 178	$3.7M Facility $3.7M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #89 / 178	37.6% Facility 37.6% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #74 / 178	185348
Valhalla Post Acute		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville	162	83.3% Facility 83.3% KY AVG 81.3%	+2%	3.70 Facility 3.70 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #43 / 176				+2%	-1%	2 Facility 2 KY AVG 0.9	21 Facility 21 KY AVG 13.5	3.5 Facility 3.5 KY AVG 4.4	4 Facility 4 KY AVG 1.7	141	-	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Babar, Muhammad	$29.4M Facility $29.4M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #3 / 178	$8.5M Facility $8.5M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #7 / 178	28.9% Facility 28.9% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #142 / 178	185455
Louisville East Post Acute		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Louisville	178	90.4% Facility 90.4% KY AVG 81.3%	+11%	2.78 Facility 2.78 KY AVG 3.75 Rank #153 / 176				-48%	-26%	0 Facility 0 KY AVG 0.9	19 Facility 19 KY AVG 13.5	4.8 Facility 4.8 KY AVG 4.4	2 Facility 2 KY AVG 1.7	167	-	- Facility - KY AVG 36	Providence Group Of Kentuckiana Llc	$35.1M Facility $35.1M KY AVG $10.5M Rank #1 / 178	$9.9M Facility $9.9M KY AVG $4.0M Rank #5 / 178	28.4% Facility 28.4% KY AVG 40.7% Rank #146 / 178	185178

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
Health deficiencies and regulatory history
Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

Nurse hours per patient per day
Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
Administrative stability and ownership quality
Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover

Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

Year built or renovated
Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
Revenue per bed
Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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