The Altenheim Senior Health Care Community
The Altenheim Senior Health Care Community is a Nursing Home in Kentucky
The Altenheim Senior Health… is a Nursing Home in Kentucky
The Altenheim Senior Health Care Community
The Altenheim Senior Health Care Community is a Nursing Home in Kentucky
The Altenheim Senior Health… is a Nursing Home in Kentucky
Located in the picturesque highlands of Louisville, The Altenheim Senior Health Care Community’s service is not just a duty, but a genuine passion that radiates from every corner. Since its establishment in 1906, the home offers a transparent and affordable approach to senior care. There are no move-in fees, allowing residents to experience a worry-free transition to their homes. The breathtaking beauty of the highlands of Louisville, combined with the stylish living spaces, makes choosing The Altenheim a decision that brings peace of mind to families.
From independent living options to personalized care plans for assisted living, memory care, transitional care, and hospice, The Altenheim offers diverse care options tailored to achieve each resident’s goals. From seasonal menus that delight the senses with culinary creations to on-site pharmacy services for convenience, a hair salon for pampering, and housekeeping and laundry services for comfort, every aspect of life at The Altenheim is thoughtfully curated to enhance the quality of life for its residents. With its unique blend of compassionate care, exceptional amenities, and beautiful surroundings, The Altenheim is a great place to make a home.
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The information below is reported by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General.Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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2.0 miles from city center
936 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY 40204
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Kentucky Seniors
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- KY Specifics: Rural focus; waitlists possible.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), homemaker services, home modifications.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- KY Specifics: Competitive grants; limited availability.
- Services: In-home support (up to 10 hours/week), respite (varies), adaptive equipment (~$500 avg.).
- General: Age 60+, 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.
- KY Specifics: 15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (5 days/year), chore services, meal delivery ($7/meal), minor home repairs.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- KY Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; auto Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
- 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.
- KY Specifics: 15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
- 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.
- KY Specifics: Max $1,500/year; statewide via AAAs.
- Services: Grants (~$500-$1,500/year) for respite, supplies, care costs; counseling, training.
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Kentucky resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- KY Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
- KY Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Kentucky Seniors
Home and Community Based Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
KY Specifics:Rural focus; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), homemaker services, home modifications.
Hart-Supported Living Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- KY Specifics:Competitive grants; limited availability.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home support (up to 10 hours/week), respite (varies), adaptive equipment (~$500 avg.).
Kentucky Homecare Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, 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.
- KY Specifics:15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (5 days/year), chore services, meal delivery ($7/meal), minor home repairs.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- KY Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; auto Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Requirements:
- 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.
- KY Specifics:15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
Kentucky Family Caregiver Program
Requirements:
- 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.
- KY Specifics:Max $1,500/year; statewide via AAAs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Grants (~$500-$1,500/year) for respite, supplies, care costs; counseling, training.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Kentucky resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- KY Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
- KY Specifics:High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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