Garrard Convalescent Home

Q: What neighborhood is Garrard Convalescent Home in?

Garrard Convalescent Home is in the Licking Riverside neighborhood.

Q: Is Garrard Convalescent Home in a walkable area?

Garrard Convalescent Home has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the address of Garrard Convalescent Home?

Garrard Convalescent Home is located at 425 Garrard St, Covington, KY 41011, USA.

Q: What is the phone number of Garrard Convalescent Home?

(859) 431-6913 will put you in contact with the team at Garrard Convalescent Home.

Q: Is Garrard Convalescent Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Garrard Convalescent Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Garrard Convalescent Home

Set in the harmonious neighborhood of Garrard Street, Covington, KY, Garrard Convalescent Home is a renowned senior living community providing skilled care and rehabilitation. A team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals strives to meet seniors’ needs and preferences for a worry-free retirement. The community fosters a bright and friendly environment for seniors to feel a sense of belonging and comfort in its beautiful premises.

With its ideal location near convenient amenities and fun attractions, the community ensures residents can easily access their necessities and desires. The community provides various therapeutic services to enhance residents’ everyday living. Garrard Convalescent Home goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to make every moment of their golden years count.

(859) 431-6913

Types of Care at Garrard Convalescent Home

Nursing Home

Walk Score: 85 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What does this home offer?

Building Type: 3-story

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Covington's city center to Garrard Convalescent Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.18 miles to nearest hospital (Select Specialty Hospital - Northern Kentucky)

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Kentucky Medicaid HCB Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Kentucky resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Homemaker services Home modifications

Hart-Supported Living Program

KY Hart-Supported Living

Age 65+ or disabled

General Kentucky resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Competitive grants; limited availability.

Benefits

In-home support (up to 10 hours/week) Respite (varies) Adaptive equipment (~$500 avg.)

Kentucky Homecare Program

Age 60+

General Kentucky resident, at risk of nursing home placement, not eligible for Medicaid waivers.

Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year individual

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based focus.

15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.

Benefits

Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (5 days/year) Chore services Meal delivery ($7/meal) Minor home repairs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kentucky Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Kentucky resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; auto Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kentucky NFCSP Respite Care

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kentucky resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Age —

General Grandparents (often 55+) as primary caregivers to grandchildren under 18, Kentucky resident, not on Kinship Care.

Income Limits (2025) ~$31,225/year (individual); varies by AAA.

Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; need-based.

Max $1,500/year; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits

Grants (~$500-$1,500/year) for respite Supplies Care costs; counseling Training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kentucky VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Kentucky resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Compare Nursing Home around Covington

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

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

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Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas	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.	Fort Thomas	110	85.2%	+5%	3.16	-23%	-16%	$0	10	3.3	-	135	A+	48	Carespring Health Care Holdings LP	$18.5M	$8.2M	44.4%	185383
Rosedale Green	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.	Covington	191	88.7%	+9%	4.36	-58%	+16%	$0	10	3.3	2	162	-	1	Londa Knollman	$20.4M	$7.7M	38%	185225
The Pavilion at Kenton	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.	Covington (Wallace Woods)	82	96.3%	+18%	2.89	+12%	-23%	$0	8	2.7	-	73	-	54	Wildcat Holding LLC	$9.8M	$4.9M	50%	185038

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What neighborhood is Garrard Convalescent Home in?

Garrard Convalescent Home is in the Licking Riverside neighborhood.

Is Garrard Convalescent Home in a walkable area?

Garrard Convalescent Home has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the address of Garrard Convalescent Home?

Garrard Convalescent Home is located at 425 Garrard St, Covington, KY 41011, USA.

What is the phone number of Garrard Convalescent Home?

(859) 431-6913 will put you in contact with the team at Garrard Convalescent Home.

Is Garrard Convalescent Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Garrard Convalescent Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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