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Thanks to a rich history and reputation as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington is a great place for seniors who want a lively retirement with a balance of help and independence. Assisted living is a long-term care option for seniors who need help with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing and dressing. Assisted living facilities are also a great option for seniors who wish to stay active and socially engaged. This guide includes details about Lexington assisted living facilities, local assisted living costs, payment methods, activities, and everything that makes Lexington a prime location for assisted living.

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They have staffing problems. [name removed] tries to respond..in a good way. However, based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Who says moving to a senior living community means giving up your sense of independence? Magnolia Springs embraces the fact you are your own person, different, unique, one-of-a-kind—with your own lifestyle, pursuits, and hopes for the future. Even better, we celebrate it! Each and every day....
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55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
This community does not fulfill the legal definition of Assisted Living in Kentucky. A Place for Mom uses the term "assisted living" to indicate that the community provides some level of assistance with daily living activities. It does not indicate that the facility meets official state...
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Dad is very happy there! Everyone seems to be on the same wavelength on resident care. They are friendly and very helpful. When we looked at other places, Cedarhurst was far above the others!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Cedarhurst of Beaumont, located in Lexington, KY, is a Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a vibrant and fulfilling life. Our personal care and memory care senior living lifestyle options give you what you need to live life to the fullest.Our memory care community is created just...
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Preston Greens has been a good choice for my spouse. However, I’ve had to stay on them to do his laundry. [name removed], one of his caregivers is amazing and [name removed]at the front desk is very friendly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Cheers to Preston Greens! Lexington's EXTRAordinary senior living community by embracing the "Gold Standard" of senior living, and delivering a superior culture rooted with hospitality, safety and collaboration.Preston Greens takes something ordinary and makes it fun -- a community rich in...
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The Breckinridge is fantastic. For those with advanced dementia, this is one of the best places you could have your loved one. Their staff is dementia trained, whereas at other places that say they provide...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Breckinridge is a free-standing, licensed personal care home designed to provide specialized memory care services. The Breckinridge serves Lexington and surrounding areas. We have been building and operating memory care residences for more than 20 years.Our small, secure, home-like setting...
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Liberty Ridge has been a wonderful facility for my mom the past 6 years. Mom has been treated with the love and dignity she deserves. The important thing is she feels loved by staff.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community is celebrating 20 years of service in 2020. We are blessed to have a well-tenured staff with over 275 years of combined experience in senior care. Liberty Ridge is proud of our rich heritage as a non-profit, faith-based (people of all faiths warmly welcome),...
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It was the best fit for my mother, the physical layout, the activities available, the friendly and caring people, easy communication access, it is close to my home, within our budget. I would recommend to...
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.
If it's time to slow down with the upkeep on a house and get busy enjoying a maintenance-free lifestyle, Sayre Christian Village has many options for you to choose between.We recognize that most everyone has become accustomed to more space. Our Friendship Towers apartments were built with that in...
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8.0
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Great people, flexible food options, feels good that my loved one is in a place where he can get care. They offered two large bedroooms and a garage.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Highgrove at Tates Creek is located in the Tates Creek area of southeast Lexington, just south of Man O' War Boulevard. The community is constructed on a beautiful site consisting of rolling hills, mature trees and a winding creek.At Highgrove at Tates Creek, we provide service with dignity. We...
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5 for all of them. Mom has been happy at Meadowthorpe and they have all been very helpful. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend Meaowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care to other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care is privately owned and operated. Our Community is a five-cottage style campus that includes eight apartments in each cottage. We offer private one-bedroom apartments that are designed to be home-like while creating a safe welcoming environment that...
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I like the care from the community for my father. They staff have improvment alot. This is a clean community and he enjoys the grounds. The menu is very good and alot of choices. They have a nice variety of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
With its vibrant culture, strong sense of community, and famous hospitality, Lexington is the perfect place for a health campus dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. At The Willows, we are proud to offer our residents regular opportunities to explore the history, culture, and flavors...
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Photo of The Willows at Citation (Memory Care Opening Fall 2018)
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The most excellent place ever!! Great staff, great food, Great facility. The food variety was really nice and you could request them to make something else if you did like what they were serving I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Home to friendly people, a vibrant culture, and miles of verdant hills lined with perfect white fences, Lexington is a city known all over the world for its horses and its hospitality. It’s also the perfect place for a health campus dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. Those that...
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I love this place and so does my mother!!! They keep moms mind working on the lantern. There has been some staffing change in the past year but has not been an issue from us. My mom is higher functioning and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Conveniently located near St. Joseph's Hospital East off Richmond Road, just south of Man O'War Boulevard in Lexington, Kentucky, Morning Pointe of Lexington-East is a single-level, state-of-the-art Senior Living community on ten acres. The facility also offers The Lantern Alzheimer's Memory Care...
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This facility made the best out of a bad situation, The were so caring, compationate, and took good care of my loved one. The communication was good they kept us well informed. I would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Lexington Country Place, located adjacent to The Lafayette, features the comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and service. Our Nursing Care Center is the choice for seniors requiring post-hospital and post-surgical care and for those who have more...
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I would recommend the community. The best part of the community is they take care of my loved one, this allows us to be family. There is nothing at this time that I would change about the community.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Conveniently located next to Homewood Suites and across the street from Meijers Department Store in Lexington, Kentucky, Morning Pointe of Lexington is a a single-level, state-of-the-art Senior Living Community on 5.11 acres. At Morning Pointe you will find assistance with medication,...
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The Lantern has an honest and trustworthy staff. I really respect the nurses, administration, and staff. [Removed], the maintenance guy, was very personable and took up with my dad immediately. I do think...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Conveniently located at 225 Ruccio Way adjacent to Morning Pointe of Lexington Senior Living off of Reynolds Road and near Fayette Mall, The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Lexington is a single-level, state-of-the-art Alzheimer's Center of Excellence specially designed for seniors with dementia and...
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Great food, wonderful compassionate staff in a southern hospitality atmosphere! I can’t express how great our experience was at Tanbark. I would highly recommend to any family looking for a place for their...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Tanbark Senior Living combines exceptional care, extensive experience and luxury surroundings to create one of the finest personal care, health care and rehabilitation communities in the region.Personal CareOur carefully selected and trained staff are equipped to assist residents with activities...
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Legacy Reserve provides different levels of care for its residents. I am currently in the “independent” level whereas I don’t need personal care; it’s like living at home. I occupy a studio apartment with a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm is a unique senior living experience for the astute, active senior promoting the freedom to enjoy life. Our Independent Living community promotes a healthy and energetic lifestyle giving residents the opportunity to be as engaged and occupied as they choose to be....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.

Our methodology

How we rank order the Lexington community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders Lexington community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

  • Proximity to your search location
  • Availability of recent, high-quality reviews
  • The amount of detailed community information available

Where we source our information

14,000+ communities

We collect proprietary data from our network of 14,000+ senior living communities in the U.S., with regular refreshes of data and information

350,000+ reviews

We have 387,000+ reviews from senior living residents and family members that provide first-hand accounts about senior living communities

Read our full methodology

Costs of assisted living in the Lexington area

According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average cost of assisted living in Lexington is about $5,000 per month.[01] This price includes housing, food, and care costs, as well as associated fees and add-ons.

In general, here’s what you can expect to be included in the monthly assisted living cost:

  • Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and other personal care services
  • Three meals a day plus snacks
  • Housekeeping and laundry services
  • Maintenance and landscaping
  • Security systems
  • Transportation services
  • Pet rent (this is often an add-on fee)
  • Organized on- and off-site activities
  • Access to on-site amenities, like beauty salons, movie theaters, saunas, and more

The average baseline assisted living costs in the graphic below can help you compare nearby options. The costs in the graphic do not include add-on fees like the price mentioned above.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lexington, KY vs. nearby cities

Lexington, KY
$4,544/mo
$4,445/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lexington, KY vs. the state and national average

Lexington, KY
$4,544/mo
U.S. national average
$4,806/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lexington vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,544/mo
$4,544/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lexington, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,925/mo
Studio
$5,165/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,119/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,457/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,900/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Lexington over time

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What families are saying about assisted living in Lexington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lexington

Ashton Grove in Georgetown, KY

4.0
What our family likes the most about the Ashton Grove community is the location and all of [name removed] help that was given. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Morning Pointe of Lexington-East

5.0
I would like to thank the staff and the management for their hard work and compassionate care of my mother. It is never easy to trust someone else to care for your loved ones. They try very hard to make my mother feel at home, make her smile, and tailor her experience to meet her specific ...
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Windsor Gardens of Georgetown

5.0
We are looking at only being able to keep Mom there for the rest of this year. The care is amazing!! The staff is Great! Everything else is wonderful! The only problem is the cost keeps going up. It started out at $3,800 and is now $4,937.

Lexington review score based on 96 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 21 Lexington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lexington review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Lexington review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Lexington, KY21 facilities
7.4
Nicholasville, KY18 facilities
8.3
Keene, KY16 facilities

Review subcategories for Lexington assisted living

When assisted living 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 96 reviews of 21 Lexington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lexington resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Meals & dining
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How people pay for assisted living in Lexington

Seniors in Lexington can cover the costs of assisted living through a variety of methods. Some start with personal funds, including retirement savings and investment income, and others explore options like Medicaid and Medicare. While Medicaid and Medicare typically don’t cover the costs of monthly rent at assisted living facilities, they can be used for medical expenses. Additionally, veterans may be eligible for Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits that may cover the costs associated with assisted living.

The following guide will provide details about the different ways to pay for assisted living, including private pay methods, VA benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid. Explore the resources following each section to find local contact information and helpful links.

Private pay methods

Your personal income can be used to pay for anything associated with an assisted living stay. Personal income sources can include savings, Social Security benefits, pensions, and investment returns.

You can also explore other options, such as renting out or selling your home. These private pay methods and those listed below may provide you with the necessary financial resources to cover assisted living costs.

VA benefits
14457

Approximate number of veterans who live in Lexington as of 2021

About 49% of Lexington veterans are 65+.

Eligible veterans in Lexington can use VA benefits to help pay for an assisted living facility. One option is the Aid and Attendance benefit, which gives eligible seniors monthly income that’s added to their VA Pension. Both benefits can be used to cover senior living costs.

Confirming your eligibility and applying for VA benefits can be complicated, but there are local resources that can help. Veterans services officers can be found at the regional VA office and the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs in Louisville. You can also find support from veterans service organizations (VSOs) like the local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) chapters.

Even if you think you may not be qualified for benefits, it’s worth reaching out to an expert because you may be eligible for more than you realize.

Resources for Lexington veterans

VA offices

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Louisville Regional Office
321 W. Main St., No. 390
Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 800- 827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Bluegrass Post 680
1494 Leestown Road
Lexington, KY 40511
Phone: 859-254-8277
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Friday, noon – midnight; Saturday, noon – 10 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

VSOs

Disabled American Veterans Chapter Lexington #1
3150 Tates Creek Road, Room 107
Lexington, KY 40502
Phone: 859-652-1198
Meets monthly at noon on the first Saturday of each month

Medicaid

Kentucky Medicaid is the state’s program that provides health insurance to seniors with low-income status. In Kentucky, Medicaid is run through Kynect Benefits, the state’s one-stop shop for benefits.

Medicaid does not cover the cost of room and board in assisted living communities. Instead, eligible seniors may use waivers to cover expenses that occur during their assisted living stay.

For example, Kentucky has a Home and Community Based (HCB) waiver that gives seniors the option to receive care in their chosen community instead of in a nursing home. To qualify for the HCB waiver, you must be eligible for Medicaid.

You can apply for Medicaid in the following ways:

If you need advice about applying for Medicaid, your local ombudsman serves as an advocate for people who want to understand their eligibility and potential benefits. Representatives at the Department for Medicaid Services and the Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging & Independent Living can also help seniors access long-term care.

The information below provides additional Medicaid links and contact details for local resources.

Lexington resident Medicaid resources

Local Medicaid resources

The Department for Community Based Services (DCBS)
455 Park Place
Lexington, KY 40511
Phone: 855-306-8959
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living: Resources
699 Perimeter Drive
Lexington, KY 40517
Phone: 866-665-7921
Email: ADRC@bgadd.org
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Nursing Home Ombudsman Agency of the Bluegrass
3138 Custer Drive, Suite 110
Lexington, KY 40517
Phone: 859-277-9215
Email: sherry@ombuddy.org

Medicare

Medicare is a federal health insurance program, and it will not cover the rent for an assisted living stay. However, it can help offset some care costs by covering medically necessary expenses, such as medications and preventive and rehabilitative health services.

Individuals aged 65 or older are eligible for Medicare. Various resources and programs can help eligible seniors in Kentucky save on their Medicare plans:

  • Medicare Savings Program: This Medicare initiative can help pay for Medicare copayments or premiums.
  • Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program (KPAP): This program helps people find cost-saving programs offered by drug companies.
  • Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE): PACE is designed to help seniors live independently. The program provides many services, including preventative care and medication management, to help seniors live at home instead of in a nursing facility.
  • Kentucky State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP): For help applying for Medicare and navigating what’s available, SHIP offers free Medicare advice and assistance to seniors and people with disabilities. Their counselors can also help seniors see if they qualify for discount programs, such as reduced-cost prescriptions.

Understanding Medicare benefits can be intimidating, but numerous resources in Kentucky can help. The best place to go to learn about Medicare and when to enroll is the Lexington Social Security Administration office. We also recommend contacting your local ombudsman or a representative from The Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging & Independent Living for guidance.

Lexington resident Medicare resources

Apply for Medicare and savings programs

Lexington Social Security Administration Office
2241 Buena Vista Road, Suite 110
Lexington, KY 40505
Phone: 866-530-7754
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Helpful programs and resources

Nursing Home Ombudsman Agency of the Bluegrass
3138 Custer Drive, Suite 110
Lexington, KY 40517
Phone: 859-277-9215
Email: sherry@ombuddy.org

The Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging & Independent Living: Resources
699 Perimeter Drive
Lexington, KY 40517
Phone: 866-665-7921
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Kentucky State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
275 E. Main St., 3E-E
Frankfort, KY 40621
Phone: 502-564-6930

Bluegrass PACE Care
2409 Members Way
Lexington, KY 40504
Phone: 855-492-0812

Laws and regulations for assisted living facilities in Lexington

Kentucky assisted living communities are annually certified by the Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living. Each community must provide the following services:[03]

  • Housing provided for five or more adults
  • Assistance with activities of daily living (e.g., getting dressed or grooming)
  • Assistance with instrumental activities of daily living (e.g., housekeeping and laundry)
  • Three daily meals as well as snacks
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Assistance with taking medications

Assisted living communities may also provide health care services as needed. For instance, some communities schedule on-site visits with physical therapists, nurses, and speech pathologists.

Inspections

Kentucky’s assisted living communities are reviewed annually, but these reports aren’t available online. Instead, you can browse the Kentucky Division of Health Care’s long-term care directory for contact information and license expiration dates. For more information about the violation history of a community, contact your local ombudsman.

Memory care

In Lexington, 78% of A Place for Mom’s assisted living partners also provide memory care. This means that these communities must follow regulations for memory care in addition to assisted living. Regulations for memory care include things like additional security measures, specialized activities, and specific therapies.

You can find more detailed information on specific memory care regulations in our Lexington memory care page.

Kentucky Department for Public Health

275 E. Main St.

Frankfort, KY 40621

Phone: 502-564-3970

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Lexington assisted living facilities

There are no COVID-19 mandates in place in Lexington. However, the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department encourages high-risk residents, which includes people over 60 and those with chronic health conditions, to take precautions against COVID-19. Additionally, all residents are encouraged to stay up-to-date with the current recommendations on respiratory viruses from the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH).

What to expect from assisted living in Lexington

What assisted living is like in Lexington

Your experience in a Lexington assisted living community will be full of engaging opportunities. From combined care facilities and homelike atmospheres to a wealth of high-end amenities, you can craft your ideal care environment.

Combined assisted living and memory care options

Many of A Place for Mom’s assisted living partners in Lexington also provide memory care. Some seniors and their families find comfort in these options because they know a higher level of care can be provided if it’s required in the future.

Lexington also has four assisted living facilities that share a campus with independent living and memory care. These options are a great choice for seniors who want a place that can address their needs without requiring a move to a new facility.

A sense of home

Some seniors may be nervous about transitioning from their home to an assisted living community, but the assisted living options in Lexington offer a warm and homey atmosphere. Most of the facilities also have desirable features like an enclosed courtyard, a library, and a theater room — seniors can have the comforts of home and friendships without the stress of maintaining a house.

An abundance of amenities

Lexington assisted living communities offer a wealth of high-end amenities. You’ll find several of the features below in our partner communities:

  • Saunas and hot tubs
  • Outdoor walking paths
  • Putting greens
  • Indoor and outdoor restaurant-style dining
  • Chef-prepared, gourmet meals
  • Full-service salons
  • Movie theaters
  • Arts and crafts studios
  • Spiritual or non-denominational services

Assisted living in the surrounding Lexington suburbs 

There are plenty of additional assisted living communities within a 25-mile radius of Lexington. Among the 11 additional facilities, there are a variety of senior living combinations, some of which include independent living and memory care. If you wish to live outside of the city and explore more affordable options, we recommend looking into Georgetown, Richmond, and Winchester.

Lexington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lexington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lexington, 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 Lexington assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lexington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lexington, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.4%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.4%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lexington assisted living

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 Lexington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lexington, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.9%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lexington assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lexington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lexington, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.6%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Lexington assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lexington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lexington, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.9%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.9%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
47.6%
17.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Lexington assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Lexington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lexington, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.9%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.4%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.9%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.9%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.9%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
61.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
52.4%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Unfamiliar with Lexington? Highlights for seniors

48,782

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Lexington as of 2021[02]

15%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Lexington population[02]
85

The average high temperature in July, which is Lexington’s warmest month[04]

Best hospitals for seniors in Lexington

Lexington Kentucky is a well-known medical hub and home to one hospital with a Level I Trauma Center. Lexington also offers state-of-the-art medical facilities with an emphasis on well-being and providing excellent care.

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University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

The University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital in Lexington is the No. 1 ranked hospital in Kentucky. With various nationally ranked specialties, the location is also a teaching hospital and has the only Level I trauma center in central and eastern Kentucky.

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Baptist Health Hospital

Baptist Health Hospital in Lexington is ranked as Kentucky’s No. 3 hospital. It’s ranked as high performing in 11 procedures and conditions.

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 St. Joseph Hospital

As part of the wider health system CHI Saint Joseph Health, St. Joseph Hospital-Lexington has been rated high performing in colon cancer surgery and four other specialties.

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VA Lexington Health Care: Franklin R. Sousley Campus

The Franklin R. Sousley Campus is a primary care center for local veterans. They also provide care for mental health and geriatric needs.

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Transportation for seniors in Lexington

All of our partner assisted living communities in Lexington provide complimentary transportation to residents. Community transportation is a safe and convenient way for seniors to explore the city, run errands, and attend events. This service can provide peace of mind to seniors in this highly car-dependent city.[09]

For seniors and visitors who enjoy exploring on foot, downtown Lexington has options for everyone. This walkable area of the city has plenty of restaurants, shops, and art galleries. However, Lexington also has several public transportation services.

One such service is Lextran. With buses running every 30 minutes, Lextran is a reliable system for seniors and visitors. Lextran offers a discounted fare of 50 cents for veterans, Medicare cardholders, people with disabilities, and people 62 or older.

Another transportation option for seniors in Lexington is the Independent Transportation Network (called iTNBluegrass). This is a nonprofit transportation system for seniors and people who are visually impaired. Similar to a taxi or ride-sharing service, members can book journeys using a prepaid account.

Also available is a partnership between Lextran and the Bluegrass Area Chapter of the American Red Cross called Wheels Paratransit. This service is specifically for people with disabilities, so it requires an application.

Below are Lexington’s Walk Score ratings, which range from zero to 100. If a mode of transportation has a higher score, that means it’s relatively accessible in Lexington.[06] These scores may be helpful for active seniors and for their visitors who need ways to explore the city.

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34

Walk Score

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27

Transit Score

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46

Bike Score

Things to do in Lexington for seniors and their families

Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington has plenty to offer equestrians and horse racing fans. But Lexington also has just as much for those who aren’t horse lovers, thanks to its history, culture, and variety of activities for seniors.

Horse races and more

Explore these local attractions to see what makes Lexington famous for its equestrian culture:

  • The Horse Country Guide is your one-stop-shop. Browse lists of foal nurseries and farms that offer shuttle tours.
  • Kneeland is open year-round for horse races and events.
  • Kentucky Horse Park is home to an equine theme park, complete with the International Museum of the Horse and opportunities to meet horses. The park offers discounted admission to seniors age 62+.

Local sports

Sports fans will be pleased to know that Lexington is home to range of sports teams:

Lexington fare

Lexington is a popular destination for bourbon enthusiasts and foodies alike:

Museums and art galleries

This city is also a favorite among art and history buffs:

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia Springs Lexington, Richmond Place and Cedarhurst of Nicholasville are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Lexington, KY. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Assisted Living in Lexington is $4,544 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2024). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population estimates 2021: Lexington-Fayette urban county, Kentucky. [Data set].

  3. Cabinet for Health and Family Services. (2024). Assisted living communities.

  4. Weather Spark. Climate and average weather year round in Lexington.

  5. U.S. News & World Report. (2024). Best hospitals in Kentucky.

  6. Walk Score. (2024). Living in Lexington-Fayette.

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A Place for Mom. (2024). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population estimates 2021: Lexington-Fayette urban county, Kentucky. [Data set].

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Cabinet for Health and Family Services. (2024). Assisted living communities.

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U.S. News & World Report. (2024). Best hospitals in Kentucky.

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Walk Score. (2024). Living in Lexington-Fayette.