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Best Nursing Homes in Somerset, KY

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 nursing homes in Somerset, KY using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in KY
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed These are the facilities in Somerset, KY our team has analyzed — not a count of every nursing home provider in Somerset, KY.
6 homes
Other senior care options in Somerset:
Assisted Living Memory Care Independent Living
Avg Overall CMS Rating: 1.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Somerset, KY. 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: 2.3/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Somerset, KY. 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: 2.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Somerset, KY. 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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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.

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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 Table 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care):
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 D or higher — meaning actual harm occurred or residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. 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.
Cumberland Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Somerset
93
Facility 93
KY AVG 82
Rank #126 / 341
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #38 / 168
+11%
3.12
Facility 3.12
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #52 / 188
 -41%-17%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 194
9
Facility 9
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #64 / 190
3.0
Facility 3.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #46 / 190
187-
33
Facility 33
KY AVG 43
Rank #267 / 403
Cindy Obanion
$8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $9.8M
Rank #108 / 183
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.8M
Rank #63 / 183
59.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 59.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 48.8%
Rank #22 / 183
185173
Somerwoods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
RC
SNF
Somerset
166
Facility 166
KY AVG 82
Rank #14 / 341
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #153 / 168
-25%
3.92
Facility 3.92
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #24 / 188
 -44%+4%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 194
10
Facility 10
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #76 / 190
3.3
Facility 3.3
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #62 / 190
-105-
30
Facility 30
KY AVG 43
Rank #284 / 403
Principle It Services, Inc
$11.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
KY AVG $9.8M
Rank #53 / 183
$5.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 09/2023
KY AVG $4.8M
Rank #47 / 183
49.6%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 49.6%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
KY AVG 48.8%
Rank #71 / 183
185152
Somerset Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
NH
SNF
Somerset
123
Facility 123
KY AVG 82
Rank #46 / 341
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #27 / 168
+13%
3.12
Facility 3.12
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #172 / 188
 -68%-17%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 194
17
Facility 17
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #131 / 190
8.5
Facility 8.5
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #181 / 190
2117-
66
Facility 66
KY AVG 43
Rank #73 / 403
Natalie Taylor
$13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $9.8M
Rank #34 / 183
$5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.8M
Rank #39 / 183
44.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 48.8%
Rank #119 / 183
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every KY community we track that reports that metric, not just the 6 analyzed for Somerset.

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Overview of Cumberland Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
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Located in Somerset, Cumberland Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is considered an excellent choice for Kentucky residents seeking top-notch nursing home care and rehabilitation services. What sets it apart is its commitment to elevating senior living through skilled nursing, effective therapies, and a range of comprehensive services. The facility boasts a team of well-trained and dedicated staff, ensuring residents receive the utmost care.

Cumberland takes pride in its professionally supervised therapy programs, on-site therapies, wound care, and medication management. The center not only provides exceptional services but also fosters a vibrant community, emphasizing a positive cultural experience. With scheduled transportation and the option for respite stays, Cumberland Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is dedicated to not only meeting nursing home qualifications but exceeding expectations, ensuring a holistic and enriching experience for its residents.

Phone: (606) 678-5104

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Somerwoods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, situated in the picturesque town of Somerset, Kentucky, dedicates itself to providing compassionate and expert care for seniors. Whether residents require short-term rehabilitation, long-term support, or specialized memory care, Somerwoods remains committed to enhancing their quality of life.

The center supports those with dementia through its dedicated Memory Care Units. For individuals recovering from acute illnesses or accidents, Somerwoods offers 24/7 care and rehabilitation. Elderly residents and individuals with chronic conditions benefit from continuous skilled nursing care. Whether residents are recuperating from a short-term stay or embarking on a senior care journey, Somerwoods Nursing & Rehabilitation Center stands ready to provide quality care in a compassionate environment.

Phone: (606) 679-7421

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Somerset Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility is located on Gover Street in Somerset, Kentucky. Natalie Taylor owns this 123-bed home, which takes private payments alongside standard Medicare and Medicaid insurance. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 66, allowing visitors and family members to manage a moderate number of local tasks entirely on foot.

The nursing crew stays on the floor around the clock, averaging 2 hours and 45 minutes of direct medical care per resident every day. To limit off-site travel, the building coordinates integrated medical services, including lab work, X-ray imaging, pharmacy access, and routine dental, podiatry, hearing, and vision clinics.

The secure interior features a mix of private and semi-private bedrooms alongside an active hair salon, internet access, and dedicated family visiting lounges. Outside, residents can spend time in a courtyard that features a mobile gardening layout, while a facility van manages scheduled resident transit and ambulance needs. Past state inspection files reported historical gaps in documentation, infection control, and kitchen food safety, but the most recent survey documented zero health deficiencies or complaints.

Prospective residents can explore how the team organizes its everyday nursing hours, specialized post-acute therapy tracks, and current health compliance files. The community pairs these medical services with standard amenities, including multi-specialty clinical visits, courtyard gardening areas, internet access, and continuous layout security.

Phone: (606) 679-8331

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Situated in Somerset, Kentucky, Lifeline Health Care of Pulaski caters to the unique needs of seniors. Not only does it offer cost-effective services, but it also boasts a team of highly competent staff capable of delivering the level of care typically associated with skilled nursing facilities or hospitals. This person-centered and quality-focused senior care provider specializes in an array of services, ranging from skilled nursing to physical, speech, and occupational therapy.

The home goes beyond conventional offerings, providing essential care specialties such as medication management, transitions, Alzheimer’s, dementia care, wound care, ostomy care, and continence nursing. With a holistic approach that includes homes with memory care, nursing home facilities, and senior living services, Lifeline Health Care of Pulaski ensures comprehensive and attentive healthcare tailored to the individual needs of each senior resident.

Phone: (606) 679-9245

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Oakwood Icf/iid, Unit 1 is a 57-bed state-operated facility at 2441 South Highway 27 in Somerset, Kentucky. Owned by the Commonwealth of Kentucky and opened in 1972, this campus serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential care and habilitative training.

As an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID), Oakwood operates under a distinct regulatory framework and does not carry a CMS nursing home star rating. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services oversees inspections. For its most recent focused infection control survey, the facility maintained a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. This setting focuses on long-term residential support rather than the elder care or post-acute rehabilitation models typical of standard nursing homes.

The facility provides a life-span support model that includes specialized residential housing, day services, and supported employment. Therapeutic resources encompass on-site rehabilitation, psychology, and occupational therapy. Programs are designed to foster self-determination and maximize opportunities for choice and goal-setting. Medicaid is the primary funding source for these services.

Residents have access to community integration programming and 24-hour nursing oversight. The campus model includes structured habilitation to assist individuals in achieving self-management and vocational milestones. Since residential placement and per diem rates for state-operated facilities are managed through the Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID), specific monthly fee schedules should be requested directly from the administration.

Those evaluating residential options for intellectual or developmental disabilities should contact the facility and the Kentucky DBHDID to discuss eligibility, current unit availability, and community-based waiver alternatives before making a placement decision.

Phone: (606) 677-4068

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Settled in the inviting community of Neighborly Way Somerset, KY, The Neighborhood of Somerset is a dedicated senior living community that offers assisted living, skilled nursing, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose from a wide range of spacious and luxurious accommodations with various floor plans for convenience and relaxation. In addition, they are treated as part of their big family wherein everyone feels empowered each day. As for respite care services, the community offers a short-term continuous stay of up to 60 days.

Having a trained and supportive team, the community is committed to providing a wide array of amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy individualized care plans, personal laundry and linen service, daily housekeeping, daily wellness checks, medication management, and many more. Moreover, this community is known for its excellent food services and other life-enrichment activities wherein seniors can truly enjoy a wonderful living experience.

Phone: (606) 485-1848

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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 Somerset, KY

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 6 nursing homes in Somerset, KY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Somerset, KY?

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 Somerset, KY, 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 Somerset, KY?

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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