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Assisted Living in Lexington

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

The Willows at Citation

Assisted Living in Lexington

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

The Willows at Citation

Overview of The Willows at Citation

A member of the Trilogy Health Services group, The Willows at Citation is a trusted community where families and seniors know they made the right choice to live in the senior living community. The senior living community ensures that residents have a wonderful experience in the community. Management emphasizes the importance of connections, which is why they promote socialization for everyone in the community. The Willows at Citation is a vibrant community that is excellent at satisfying the wellness needs of every resident.

The Willows is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community with skilled nursing and short-term stay. They ensure that, as a senior living community, they deeply emphasize and guarantee that independence is maintained for their residents. Residents can rest easy knowing that they are placed first with the list of services and amenities provided for them: ADLs, transportation, library, and private dining rooms. Skilled nursing and personalized care are also offered to the residents. 

(859) 272-1311

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
4/5
Kentucky average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
3/5
Kentucky average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
Kentucky average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5
Kentucky average: 2.9/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 41m per day

This home provides 7% more nursing time per resident than the Kentucky average.

Kentucky average: 3h 27m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 19

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Kentucky average
Occupancy rate 83.5%
Residents per day (avg) 50
Occupancy rate
83.5%
Residents per day (avg)
50

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

40% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

57% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.7M
Operating loss
-$625.5K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.7M
Operating loss
-$625.5K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.6M
42.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.8M
Total costs $11.4M
Bed community size
19-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 7 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
In line with Kentucky average
Occupied beds
16 / 19
Average residents 80 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Community - Behavioral Health
StatusActive
CountyFAYETTE

Additional Licensing Details

License Number101215PC
CMS Certification Number185474

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 140 - 355 / 14 - 477 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-storey

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Willows at Citation

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

Kentucky average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total health citations 9

Kentucky average 13.5

Citations per inspection
4.5

Kentucky average 4.4


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Kentucky average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Kentucky average: 0.6

9 moderate citations More info Kentucky average: 11.6

0 minor citations More info Kentucky average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Nov 04, 2021
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Nov 04, 2021
Corrected

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

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Lexington Country Place
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Lexington (Headley Green)
133
Yes
35
Studio
2
The Willows at Citation
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.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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).

Lexington (Griffin Gate)
88
Yes
7
Studio
0
Cedarhurst of Beaumont
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.

Lexington
72
No
-
Studio
0
Central Kentucky Recovery Center, Unit 1
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.

Lexington (Oakwood Estates)
16
No
9
Studio
0
Central Kentucky Recovery Center, Unit 2
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.

Lexington
16
No
11
Studio
0

Living Spaces & Floor Plans

The Willows At Citation Studio C
The Willows At Citation Studio B
The Willows At Citation Studio
The Willows At Citation Studio D

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Address 4.1 miles from city center — 4 miles to nearest hospital (Lexington VA Health Care System - Troy Bowling Campus)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 107
Employees 94
Contractors 13
Staff to resident ratio 2.28:1
30% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average ratio: 1.75:1

Avg staff/day 33
Average shift 8 hours
6% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 8.5 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 23,966
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 35
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

9.6%

2,293 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Medical Director: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant350356,47191100%8.4
Licensed Practical Nurse140144,12191100%9.5
Registered Nurse8082,6429099%9.7
Medication Aide/Technician110112,4249099%9.2
Other Dietary Services Staff100102,18991100%7.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist6061,5458796%8.5
Speech Language Pathologist0337046673%6.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0334856875%7.1
RN Director of Nursing1014795662%8.6
Mental Health Service Worker1014646673%7
Administrator1014485662%8
Nurse Practitioner2024325459%7.8
Dietitian1014195459%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0334096774%6
Physical Therapy Aide0113346167%5.5
Qualified Social Worker0223136571%4.7
Medical Director011495763%0.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant404395965%0.6
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
11 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 99%
10 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 96%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 75%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 62%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 62%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 59%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 59%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 74%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 67%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 63%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 65%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
47 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
11 residents (23.4%)
Medicaid
10 residents (21.3%)
Private pay or other
26 residents (55.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 2.8
73% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 11.7
38% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 18.9

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 5.4%
68% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 16.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 18.0%
12% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 20.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.2%
16% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 3.8%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.6%
73% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.0%
85% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 6.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.6%
54% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 14.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.1%
29% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 15.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 93.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.7%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 96.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.9%
18% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.4%
14% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.6%

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Financial Aid for Kentucky Seniors

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Kentucky Medicaid HCB Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Hart-Supported Living Program

KY Hart-Supported Living

Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Competitive grants; limited availability.

Kentucky Homecare Program

Kentucky Homecare Program

Age 60+, Kentucky resident, at risk of nursing home placement, not eligible for Medicaid waivers.

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

Not assessed; need-based focus.

15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kentucky Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident, Medicare Part A/B.

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

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

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kentucky NFCSP Respite Care

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

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

Not assessed; need-based.

15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

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

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

Not strictly assessed; need-based.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kentucky SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Kentucky resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

Kentucky VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Kentucky resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

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

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.

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