Page 28 of Best Senior Care in Kentucky

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 398 senior care communities in Kentucky using Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior care in KY
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Jul 2026
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398 homes
Avg Walk Score: 41/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Kentucky. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kentucky. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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

Westport Place Health Campus
SC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Louisville
22
Facility 22
KY AVG 82
Rank #325 / 341
Yes
47
Facility 47
KY AVG 41
Rank #183 / 423
Studio--3
Hermitage Care & Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Owensboro
92
Facility 92
KY AVG 82
Rank #128 / 341
No
49
Facility 49
KY AVG 41
Rank #170 / 423
Long Term Care (16), NF (Nursing Facility) (76)
18
Facility 18
KY AVG 8
Rank #31 / 160
A+4
Twin Rivers Nursing And Rehab Center
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Owensboro
132
Facility 132
KY AVG 82
Rank #36 / 341
No
52
Facility 52
KY AVG 41
Rank #147 / 423
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 8
Rank #53 / 160
-3
Brookdale Murray
SC
AL
Murray
83
Facility 83
KY AVG 82
Rank #158 / 341
Yes
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 41
Rank #176 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
KY AVG 8
Rank #2 / 160
A+-
Sunrise of Louisville
SC
AL
MC
Louisville (Manor Creek)
94
Facility 94
KY AVG 82
Rank #120 / 341
Yes
21
Facility 21
KY AVG 41
Rank #329 / 423
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
45
Facility 45
KY AVG 8
Rank #3 / 160
A--
Hopkins Center
SC
NH
SNF
Woodburn
50
Facility 50
KY AVG 82
Rank #258 / 341
Yes
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 41
Rank #382 / 423
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---
Edmonson Center
SC
NH
SNF
Brownsville
74
Facility 74
KY AVG 82
Rank #181 / 341
Yes
43
Facility 43
KY AVG 41
Rank #206 / 423
Private Rooms--3
Magnolia Village
SC
NH
SNF
Bowling Green (Eastland Park)
60
Facility 60
KY AVG 82
Rank #223 / 341
No
37
Facility 37
KY AVG 41
Rank #237 / 423
NF (Nursing Facility) (60)
1
Facility 1
KY AVG 8
Rank #53 / 160
-4
The Forum at Brookside
SC
AL
IL
RC
Louisville (Griffytown)
24
Facility 24
KY AVG 82
Rank #321 / 341
Yes
24
Facility 24
KY AVG 41
Rank #319 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
42
Facility 42
KY AVG 8
Rank #5 / 160
A+-
Vitality Living Springdale
SC
AL
IL
MC
Louisville
90
Facility 90
KY AVG 82
Rank #135 / 341
Yes
25
Facility 25
KY AVG 41
Rank #315 / 423
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+-
Signature HealthCARE at Rockford Rehab & Wellness Center
SC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Louisville
110
Facility 110
KY AVG 82
Rank #70 / 341
No
38
Facility 38
KY AVG 41
Rank #231 / 423
NF (Nursing Facility) (110)--4
Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green
SC
AL
IL
RC
Bowling Green
137
Facility 137
KY AVG 82
Rank #31 / 341
Yes
39
Facility 39
KY AVG 41
Rank #224 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
KY AVG 8
Rank #12 / 160
A+-
Vitality Living St. Matthews
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Louisville
70
Facility 70
KY AVG 82
Rank #189 / 341
Yes
72
Facility 72
KY AVG 41
Rank #42 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
KY AVG 8
Rank #15 / 160
A+-
The Springs at Stony Brook
SC
ADC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Louisville
106
Facility 106
KY AVG 82
Rank #79 / 341
No
28
Facility 28
KY AVG 41
Rank #292 / 423
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
KY AVG 8
Rank #46 / 160
-3
Thomson-Hood Veterans Center
SC
NH
Wilmore
285
Facility 285
KY AVG 82
Rank #1 / 341
No
61
Facility 61
KY AVG 41
Rank #95 / 423
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Overview of Christian Towers

Beautifully situated near McConnell Springs Park in Lexington, KY, Christian Towers I is a top-rated community that offers independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures that those 62+ can find the accommodation that best suits their preferences. A hassle-free living is also guaranteed, especially with a variety of convenient apartment features, laundry spaces, and maintenance services.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do, especially with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals on their terms. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents and ease their loneliness. The community is equipped with a game room, a salon, a fitness center, a library, a scenic butterfly garden, and well-maintained grounds.

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Overview of Maplebrook Village Owensboro Senior Living

Welcome to Maplebrook Village Owensboro Senior Living, an inviting assisted living community situated in Owensboro, Kentucky. Seniors aged 55+ can relish in the comfort, security, and affordability that Maplebrook offers. Within this community, residents can experience carefree living in charming garden homes, free from the burden of home maintenance and property taxes.

Maplebrook Village fosters an active senior community, conveniently located minutes away from dining, entertainment, shopping, banks, medical centers, churches, and more. The well-being of residents is a top priority, ensuring a supportive and engaging environment for senior residents. Various options are available, ranging from cozy one and two-bedroom homes with a den to more spacious 1,400 sq. ft. two-bedroom homes featuring a den and enclosed patio. Discover the joys of comfort, security, and independence at Maplebrook Village Owensboro Senior Living.

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Overview of Ashwood Place

Situated gracefully in Frankfurt, Kentucky, Ashwood Place offers an array of enticing independent living options. Residents have the choice of studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom living spaces, providing them with the flexibility to find what suits them best. This vibrant community not only offers spacious living quarters but also extends its hospitality with outpatient rehabilitation services and accommodations for respite care or short-term stays. The home is committed to meeting the highest independent living facility requirements, ensuring that residents enjoy not only the comforts of home but also the peace of mind that comes with top-notch service and care.

The community is designed to provide an environment where residents can enjoy a stress-free lifestyle while receiving exceptional service. The offerings here are as diverse as they are engaging, with activities tailored to various interests, from movie nights and exercise classes to library visits and restaurant-style dining. The experience is enriched further with amenities such as a beauty salon, barbershop, and the joy of watching sunsets while savoring popsicles. Ashwood Place not only provides a living space but fosters a neighborhood that embraces an ideal lifestyle for active and contented living.

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Overview of Ashland Terrace

Ashland Terrace has been serving as a senior living community for women with grace and warmth. As a non-profit private foundation, it has been fulfilling the housing needs of individuals since its inception, with the current building being erected in 1960. Over time, the community has undergone expansion and renovations to enhance the quality of service it provides to individuals aged 60 and older. This esteemed establishment offers dedicated memory care services and boasts a thoughtfully designed dining room and communal living spaces that foster a sense of togetherness.

Among its offerings are valuable services like transportation, housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Residents also have access to an on-site beauty salon, a variety of daily programs and activities, a well-stocked library, and the convenience of wireless internet. With elevators readily available, Ashland Terrace ensures a comfortable and connected living experience for its residents.

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Overview of Glenmary Grove Senior Apartments

Ideally set in the thriving neighborhood of Louisville, KY, Glenmary Grove Senior Apartments is a dedicated 55+ community that offers independent living. The community has beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Maintenance services and plenty of convenient apartment features are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

With a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Delightful restaurants and shops in the area also provide residents with a variety of dining options to meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community has plenty of top-notch amenities and exceptional services, ensuring residents can make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Lyndon Square Senior Apartments

Peacefully set near recreation sites in Louisville, KY, Lyndon Square Senior Apartments is a purposely built 55+ community that offers independent living. Purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a vibrant and friendly setting, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Here, residents enjoy a hassle-free living with maintenance services and convenient apartment features.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. A variety of dining options are also available, provided by delightful restaurants and shops in the area. A fitness center, a community room, a beauty salon, and a lounge are provided on-site, ensuring residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Rose Anna Hughes Home

Rose Anna Hughes Home sits in the Buechel neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky, offering personal care and respite care out of a two-story building. Studio apartments run about 300 square feet, and residents can choose a private or semi-private layout. The area is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 60, so some errands work on foot while others still call for a car.

Personal care covers the basics that add up: help with daily activities, medication reminders, medication administration, and nursing support. Respite care sits alongside that, giving primary caregivers a real break when they need one. The stated goal here is independence, with staff support built in rather than handed off entirely.

Community life leans social; there are cooking classes, reading circles, and group singing to give residents a reason to show up and talk to each other, not just pass in a hallway. Pricing runs on one all-inclusive monthly rate, so meals, activities, and core services come bundled instead of itemized.

Coverage options run wide too; Rose Anna Hughes Home takes applications through several Kentucky programs. That list includes the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver, the Kentucky Homecare Program, the Hart-Supported Living Program, and the Medicare Savings Program. National family caregiver support and VA benefits for eligible veterans round out the options.

Rose Anna Hughes Home is a fit for two kinds of families. There are those looking for steady personal care in a small, bundled setting, and those who just need a respite stay while a caregiver catches their breath. The mix of hands-on support and built-in social programming gives both groups something concrete to work with.

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Overview of Ivy Knoll a Caring Senior Community

It can be difficult to imagine calling anywhere but your actual house, a home. But at Ivy Knoll, the grass is truly greener on this side of independent senior living. Settle into a classy and cozy living arrangement with enough space for you to feel comfortable and secure, as you no longer need to worry about daily living activities such as housekeeping, laundry, meals, and medical assistance. Everything you’d need taken care of, is handled expertly by a compassionate staff of professionals.

Though the comfort of your room may compel you to stay in for the most part, once you step into the community you’re treated to daily activities organized by Ivy Knoll to ensure that your independent living program balances comfort with engaging activities geared toward your holistic well-being. Stimulate the mind at their serene library, work up a sweat at the fully-equipped exercise room, or find peace and serenity at the nondenominational chapel; however you’d like your retirement paradise to flow, is totally up to you.

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Overview of Hamburg Senior Residence

Have the finest retirement experience at Hamburg Senior Residence, a welcoming 55+ community in Lexington, KY, that offers independent living. The community features beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. With income-based rents, the community strives to maintain affordability and ensure those with lower incomes can downsize without hassles.

Fun recreational activities and exciting events are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. With delightful restaurants in the area, residents have plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Here, pets are welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live their golden years without hassles.

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Overview of Fern Terrace of Bowling Green

Fern Terrace of Bowling Green is a senior community located in close proximity to the Greenwood Mall. This prime location offers convenience with abundant shopping opportunities and access to social events. As an excellent choice for seniors, Fern Terrace not only prioritizes comfort and safety but also creates an ideal atmosphere where residents can find tranquility while receiving top-notch care.
With 24-hour staffing, health monitoring, and assistance with medication administration, Fern Terrace ensures that residents’ needs are met around the clock. Personal care is delivered with precision and attention, guaranteeing optimal support. Companionship flourishes within the home-like atmosphere of Fern Terrace, where residents are surrounded by amazing amenities that enhance their quality of life. Each day, a variety of in-house and outdoor activities are available, fostering engagement and enjoyment. Local churches provide entertainment and religious opportunities, further enriching the residents’ experiences. Additionally, a computer learning center offers opportunities for new skills and enjoyment.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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