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Memory care in Shannon offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Shannon is about $4,563 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 60 communities, read 997 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Pleasant Meadows Assisted Living - Lexington
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Bluegrass Personal Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of SEM Haven
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Regency Manor North
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Arbors At Milford/Milford Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Shannon, KY

The average cost of senior living in Shannon is $4,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Flemingsburg, KY with an average of $2,525 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shannon, KY vs. nearby cities

Shannon, KY
$4,563/mo
$2,615/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shannon, KY vs. the state and national average

Shannon, KY
$4,563/mo
U.S. national average
$4,907/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shannon vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,563/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shannon, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,595/mo
Studio
$5,093/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,940/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,624/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,250/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shannon over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shannon

Recent reviews for memory care in Shannon

Pinebrook in Milford, OH

4.8
I have been impressed with their care. It always smells good when I go there. Staff is good at communicating with us. I like the layout, it is in a giant circle so they can’t get lost. It is all on one level. My dad is in a companion suite but he does not have a roommate. When it is not under ...
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Boonesboro Trail Senior Living in Winchester, KY

5.0
Expensive to sign in but then the third month was free so that was really nice! Everything is clean and nice. People are friendly and lots of familiar faces from the community of Winchester. Plenty of meal services, a small gym, and activities for all.

Harmony at Anderson in Cincinnati, OH

4.0
I like the layout and the staff the most. The staff is more personable here. I like the price the least.

Shannon review score based on 232 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 232 reviews of 58 Shannon memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shannon review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Shannon review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Shannon, KY58 facilities
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Sardis, KY5 facilities
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Mount Olivet, KY5 facilities

Review subcategories for Shannon memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 232 reviews of 58 Shannon memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shannon resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Shannon, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Shannon memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shannon memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shannon, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Shannon memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Shannon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
41.4%
65.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.9%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.3%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
28.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.3%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.2%
61.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.1%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shannon memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Shannon Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.6%
74.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.6%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.6%
70.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shannon memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shannon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shannon, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.3%
45.2%
No sugar
No sugar
48.3%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.9%
50.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.5%
20%
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Availability of select dining options in Shannon memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shannon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.3%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.6%
40.5%
Room service
Room service
51.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shannon memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Shannon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shannon, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.2%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
54.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.9%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.4%
61.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.6%
40%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.3%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
39.7%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.9%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 60 memory care facilities near Shannon, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shannon, Kentucky are Richmond Place, Magnolia Springs Lexington and Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 60 memory care facilities near you in Shannon, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shannon, Kentucky, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Shannon, Kentucky, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Shannon, Kentucky ranges from $1134 to $9029. The average Memory Care cost in Shannon, Kentucky is $4,563. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shannon, Kentucky typically starts at $1134. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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