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Top 57 Nursing Homes near Louisville, KY

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Louisville nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Louisville, KY may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Louisville or another care type is right for you. Browse 57 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Louisville.

We are also serving Nursing Homes facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hallmark, South Side and Nulu.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Jeffersonville, New Albany or West Buechel.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Louisville, KY

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Vitality Living St Matthews in Louisville, KY
4.6

They are bringing the activities back, and our loved ones apartment is very nice, clean and the people are very attentive. Our loved ones are very happy with where they are at, and we know they are getting good care which is the most important thing to us. However sometimes the food is a little repetitive.

Creekside on Bardstown in Louisville, KY
4.4

The workers are wonderful. They take very goodcare of the residents. They make sure everyone is happy joyful. They are very organized. The staff creates events for the residents to do and it's really fun for everybody.

Symphony of Valley Farms in Louisville, KY
5.0

We had a great experience with Symphony of Valley Farms. She is in rehab now and we are hoping to get her healthy so she can go back. The staff are all very caring and they meets moms needs well. They are all super friendly and helpful. I would recommend this facility to others looking.

Magnolia Springs East

13600 LaGrange Road, Louisville, KY 40245

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Magnolia Springs East Senior Living community! Every day, we specialize in family, food and fun. You will see in the smiling faces of our residents, staff, and family members that we are more than just a beautiful building outside; we are truly a warm and beautiful family...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.8(70 reviews)

Has been a wonderful move for mom! We have met all the staff. The Dept heads have all done what they have said they would do. Have not seen one frown or been denied anything in regards to mom’s care. Sorry...

Traditions at Beaumont

10210 Long Home Road, Louisville, KY 40291

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Traditions at Beaumont is a peaceful assisted living community located in the Fern Creek area of southwest Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. Our comfortable community provides a taste of country living while remaining easily accessible from any location in the greater metropolitan area. We...

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Beauty Salon
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4.5(46 reviews)

There have been instances of my loved pressing the call button and staff not responding to the call button. This truly depends on the shift. The community chef resigned and then it took a while to find a...

Magnolia Springs Louisville (Whipps Mill)

8225 Whipps Mill Road, Louisville, KY 40222

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Magnolia Springs Whipps Mill is an assisted living and memory care community located in Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville is an exciting city in Jefferson County that is known for its annual festivals, museums and art galleries and outdoor attractions. Whether you are visiting Louisville for the...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.9(119 reviews)

When you need help immediately, Magnolia Springs met all of our needs. The Director of Sales, was very professional, helpful, made our decision easy, awesome customer service, many insights and solutions to...

Anthology of Louisville

1105 Dorsey Lane, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Beauty Salon
Special Dining Programs
4.7(21 reviews)

This place treats me so well. Great staff. [name removed] is a wonderful caregiver and there is always something to do. I have loved living here. They treat me so kindly and the staff always says hello when...

Creekside on Whipps Mill Road

9701 Whipps Mill Road, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Beauty Salon
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4.4(18 reviews)

Based on the experience we have had so far, we are very happy with all the categories listed above for Creekside on Whipps Mill Road. A Place For Mom was very helpful in placing my brother there. We would...

Vitality Living Stony Brook

3451 S Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40299

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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As the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care community in a great location with easy access to Louisville’s east end. Here at Vitality Living Stony Brook, take advantage of a full calendar of educational, social, cultural and entertainment events, including outings to...

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Beauty Salon
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4.4(56 reviews)

Free movers was a big plus. [Name removed] helped us with some discounts. Mom kept seeing some small insects on the first floor but after a move to the 3rd floor we no longer see any insects. It would be...

Sunrise of Louisville

6700 Overlook Drive, Louisville, KY 40241

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sunrise of Louisville is a fun and enjoyable assisted living community located on the East End of Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. Our vibrant community provides a familial, social atmosphere in a scenic and developed area of Louisville. We offer a variety of comfortable accommodations...

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Beauty Salon
Special Dining Programs
4.4(37 reviews)

What we really like about Sunrise of Louisville is the staff, the way staff treats the residence is exceptional and you can see the care in their hearts. And they work hard to include everyone. However,...

Vitality Living Springdale

4501 Springdale Rd, Louisville, KY 40241

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.

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Beauty Salon
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4.5(63 reviews)

The community is very close to our family which makes visiting very convenient - that was a deciding factor for us. Even though our loved one does not always participate in the activities we appreciate how...

Everlan of Louisville

5900 Hunting Rd, Louisville, KY 40222

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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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Art Classes
4.8(4 reviews)

Everlan of Louisville has been great across the board. We couldn't be more pleased. [name removed] set the tone from the start. She is fantastic and really connected with Mom. The entire staff quickly...

Dominion Senior Living of Louisville

6000 Hunting Rd, Louisville, KY 40222

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Dominion Senior Living of Louisville at Northfield strives to meet and exceed seniors’ spiritual, mental and physical needs on a daily basis through technological integration, life enrichment activities and professionally trained nurses and caregivers who are available 24 hours a day. The 42,000...

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Beauty Salon
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3.8(15 reviews)

We have been super pleased with Dominion Senior Living. The staff is great and he especially likes the physical therapy group. My Dad has thrived in the community. He even participates in the activities. I...

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Brookdale Stonestreet

9251 Stonestreet Road, Louisville, KY 40272

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Are you ready to live your best life?Here at our assisted living community, you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  So go ahead and play Bunco or join your new friends for a Zen spa day. We’ll take care of the rest so you can focus on fun ways to spend your day.We can...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
3.9(48 reviews)

Its very clean, very nice apartments, reasonable activities, good social environment, beautiful landscaping and outdoor seating. It can take a long time to get help when the call button is pushed. That...

Forest Hills Commons

9107 Taylorsville Road, Louisville, KY 40299

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Forest Hills Commons is a new assisted living community that offers apartments and memory care for mature adults in the beautiful city of Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. The community's private apartment living is perfect for people who want their independence, but still need assistance....

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.2(16 reviews)

I would give Forest Commons a 5 in all categories. I am very particular, and my tour went very well and all questions I had were answered. From there forward, they made everything easy and my Mother is very...

The Pinnacle of Louisville

10451 Linn Station Rd, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care

Park Louisville is a personal care community dedicated to enhancing quality of life by enabling residents to continue their daily routines with as much independence as possible. Every detail of the building is designed with the safety, security and personal freedom of residents in mind. Homelike...

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Beauty Salon
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4.1(21 reviews)

The staff has been great to work with. This is an exclusive memory care community. I don't think there is a better place for memory care residents, than Park. There are residents that are at different...

Creekside on Bardstown

3535 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Creekside on Bardstown, our focus is to promote resident independence, so they may enjoy life to the fullest! Unlike many other senior living communities, our affordable monthly rates are “all inclusive” which gives families peace of mind knowing each month the rent rate will not fluctuate....

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Beauty Salon
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3.6(23 reviews)

They are a very engaged group of caregivers with a passion for caring for the elderly. Generous, kind, welcoming, service above and beyond.

Wesley Manor Retirement Community

5012 East Manslick Road, Louisville, KY 40219

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

For over 50 years Wesley Manor has been the leader in providing personalized care in a secure, loving environment—at an affordable cost. As a non-profit organization, Wesley Manor has a distinct philosophy of care by being mission-driven rather than profit-driven. While newer facilities...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.6(40 reviews)

I would recommend Wesley Manor to anyone for their loved ones. The care in which they provide to me loved one stands out to me. They are going through a bit of staff turnover, however, they have been great...

Belmont Village St. Matthews

4600 Bowling Boulevard, Louisville, KY 40207

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located in the heart of the St. Matthews, just eight miles east of downtown Louisville, is the friendly community of Belmont Village at St. Matthews. Opened in 1999, our senior living facility provides a warm and welcoming home to residents as well as many cherished pets. There's no shortage of...

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Beauty Salon
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4.3(31 reviews)

We're very happy with Belmont Village. It's a very nice place with great food. They have a dining area called Josephine's Kitchen, where you can order the item of the day, or something else from the menu,...

Vitality Living St Matthews

120 S Hubbards Ln, Louisville, KY 40207

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
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As the premier independent living and assisted living community in the St. Matthews area, we are conveniently located in the unique St. Matthews neighborhood, with easy access to shopping, dining, festivals and the arts, Vitality Living St. Matthews offers independent living and assisted living...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.5(29 reviews)

The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. They have activities going on for the residence and they take good care of my loved one. I feel that it is a good value for the money and I...

Christian Care Communities - Middletown

11530 Herrick Ln, Louisville, KY 40243

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted living is ideal for those seniors who wish to maintain their independence while benefiting from a little extra help with everyday tasks when needed. Our assisted living services are tailored to the unique needs of each resident, with a goal to balance active independence with trusted...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.9(16 reviews)

This is a quiet but helpful community. Having come back to Louisville after a 5 year absence from the city, it is a peaceful and secure place where we are not threatened by illegal drug cartels. So far they...

Inspirations of Mount Washington

520 E Woodlake Cir, Mount Washington, KY 40047

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.8(15 reviews)

My Mom is a resident of this facility and we could not be happier with everything that they do for her. The apartments are beautiful, the staff is just unbelievable, the food is amazing! They go beyond every...

The Forum at Brookside

200 Brookside Dr, Louisville, KY 40243

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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The Forum at Brookside is an independent full-service community situated on 40 acres of rolling green grass, trees and flowers - an outdoor lover's dream. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and service. Independent Living In...

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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.7(11 reviews)

We picked this community, because of the setting, the grounds and the layou. It's a great place, a lot to do, friendly people and the staff is attentive. I would definitely recommend to other families.

Wickshire Blankenbaker

901 Blankenbaker Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40243

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Call Wickshire Blankenbaker home and choose an apartment with the comforts of home but the opportunity to focus on what matters most to you. Situated on beautifully wooded acreage along Blankenbaker Parkway, Wickshire Blankenbaker offers personal care in Louisville, Kentucky. This vibrant...

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Beauty Salon
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4.0(19 reviews)

The curb appeal, living conditions and staff are wonderful! While dealing with today’s labor shortage, the entire staff works together to serve their clients, and all with a smile. The staff is also...

The Enclave of East Louisville

100 Shelby Station Dr, Louisville, KY 40245

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Enclave of East Louisville is located in Louisville, KY and offers exceptional personal care assisted living and memory care options for seniors. Expect stunning grounds and inspired interiors everywhere you turn. In this warm and welcoming community, residents enjoy 24-hour support provided...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.4(9 reviews)

My mom has been at the Enclave since [removed], and she is very happy there. I chose it for her because of the room choice, the lovely campus, and especially the proximity to me. There are also many...

Symphony of Valley Farms

10201 Valley Farms Rd, Louisville, KY 40272

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Situated near scenic Iroquois Park, Symphony at Valley Farms is a vibrant, warm senior living community located near Park Terrace Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital as well as Valley Commons Shopping Center and many restaurants and other convenient shopping. Wake up every day in a safe,...

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Enclosed Courtyard
Special Dining Programs
4.0(46 reviews)

Our experience with Symphony of Valley Farms has been excellent. The staff are caring towards the residents. They keep the family updated on our loved one and any changes that happen. The meals are good,...

Rose Anna Hughes Home

2120 Buechel Bank Rd, Louisville, KY 40218

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Provides: Assisted Living

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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Beauty Salon
Guest meals
4.1(8 reviews)

I visited a few different places before recommending Rose Anna Hughes Home for my mother-in-law. As the director gave me a tour, I was impressed with the fact that she not only greeted every resident by name...

Morning Pointe of Louisville

4711 South Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville, KY 40291

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Morning Pointe is a retirement community that specializes in Senior Living and Alzheimer's Memory Care. We provide a comfortable home-like environment with the benefit of providing assistance, special services and nursing care when needed. Conveniently located near Watterson Trail at 4711 South...

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Beauty Salon
Enclosed Courtyard
4.1(13 reviews)

From a close and personal , one year, experience at Morning Point Senior [removed] I am sure whoever is looking to relocate a Mom or a Dad to a senior living community would relate to our story.When it...

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Costs of nursing homes in the Louisville area

The cost for any senior care facility depends on the community’s location, amenities, services, and floor plan. For example, the price varies between a semi-private and private room when looking at skilled nursing facilities. The average cost for a semi-private room in a skilled nursing facility in Louisville or Jefferson County is $7,450 per month, according to Genworth data. This price increases for a private room to $8,540 per month. Both of these prices are lower than the national average.[01]

Skilled nursing home prices are higher than other senior care facilities, like assisted living or memory care communities, because they offer the highest level of medical care on-site. For example, skilled nursing home costs typically include the following in their monthly rent:

  • Room and board
  • 24-hour skilled nursing care
  • Personal care
  • 24/7 medical supervision
  • Medication administration
  • Rehabilitation therapies
  • Wellness therapies, like physical, occupational, and/or speech

How do assisted living and memory care costs differ from nursing homes?

Since assisted living and memory care communities don’t offer a skilled nursing level of care, they cost less than nursing homes. Our assisted living partners in Louisville average about $4,140 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[02] However, memory care communities can sometimes cost more than assisted living. Our memory care partners in Louisville cost slightly more, with an average of about $4,356 per month.[02] These prices are what seniors reported paying in the past 12 months and includes any add-on fees. Monthly costs at these types of senior care communities typically include the following:

  • Private or semi-private room
  • Meals and snacks
  • 24-hour awake caregiver staff
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Medication management
  • Transportation services
  • Housekeeping and laundry services
  • Grocery shopping and errand services
  • Access to all on-site amenities, like social lounges, dining halls, game rooms, theaters, gyms, pools, courtyards, etc.

If your loved one doesn’t need 24-hour medical care, an assisted living community in Louisville may be more affordable and offer more beneficial senior care option. If your loved one has dementia and does not need 24-hour medical care, they may prefer a memory care community in Louisville.

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How people pay for a nursing home in Louisville

When families start looking at senior care, one of the most common questions is how to approach paying for senior living. Many seniors start by looking at their private income sources like savings, retirement accounts, or Social Security benefits. Even more, eligible seniors may be able to receive additional help paying for care through veterans benefits, Medicaid, or Medicare. It’s often the best choice to combine private pay methods with public senior benefits to pay for nursing home, assisted living, or memory care.

A senior can pay for a nursing home, assisted living, or memory care community in several different ways. Most seniors and families look first to private income sources to see how much senior living costs they can cover independently. These income sources can be savings, pensions, investment returns, and much more. Depending on a family’s resources, the following options offer other ways to save towards senior living costs:

Understand Kentucky and Indiana laws and regulations for nursing homes

Seniors and their families can have peace of mind knowing both Kentucky and Indiana have laws and regulations for nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities. Every type of senior care facility has an extensive list of requirements to help ensure the safety of its residents. Below you’ll learn more about senior care requirements in both Kentucky and Indiana.

Kentucky nursing home laws and regulations

Kentucky nursing homes must be run by a licensed nursing home administrator and pass on-site inspections. These inspection reports are available through the Office of Inspector General website.

Nursing homes in Kentucky help ensure your loved one is receiving the best quality of care by having extensive staffing requirements. For example, nursing homes must have an adequate number of staff members, with at least one registered nurse or licensed practical nurse available around the clock. This number depends on how many residents live in the nursing home and what kind of care and supervision is required to meet their needs.

How Indiana nursing home laws and regulations differ from Kentucky

Indiana nursing homes differ from Kentucky in the ways facilities are licensed. Indiana skilled nursing homes are licensed as comprehensive care facilities by the director of the Indiana Department of Health Division of Long Term Care (IDOH). Similar to Kentucky, these facilities must undergo inspections, and these are available under “consumer reports” on the IDOH website.

Indiana also has an extensive list of requirements for skilled nursing facilities, such as requiring training for every staff member and which members can administer medication. Only licensed nursing staff or qualified medication aids can administer medications. If the drug is injectable, only licensed personnel can inject the medication.

How do on-site nursing services differ from skilled nursing care

While many senior care communities offer on-site nursing services, these services differ from skilled nursing services. Approximately 41% of our assisted living and memory care partners offer on-site nursing services, which could mean a facility provides any of the following:

  • On-staff nurses
  • On-site hospice care
  • A rehabilitative care unit

In fact, about 72% of our assisted living and memory care partners in Louisville have on-site hospice care services. Plus, almost all (20 out of 22) of our Louisville partners have visiting physical, occupational, and speech therapists.

Since most nursing homes, assisted living, or memory care communities have rehabilitative services, there are certain requirements a nursing facility must meet to provide these specialized therapies. Kentucky requires rehabilitative services to be provided by licensed therapists on a planned and frequent basis. Indiana has similar requirements for rehabilitative services, but also requires a prescription from the senior’s physician.

Kentucky assisted living and memory care laws and regulations

Assisted living facilities are certified annually through the Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living. Similarly, memory care facilities are licensed as assisted living communities with dementia care. Both must undergo on-site inspections, which are available for review through the Office of Inspector General website.

Similar to nursing homes, senior care facilities have multiple requirements to help ensure your loved one’s well-being. For instance, Kentucky assisted living communities must have a sufficient amount of staff members with at least one caregiver available on-site around the clock. Memory care communities require additional requirements, with staff required to have a dementia-specific orientation and annual dementia trainings to help ensure the safety of seniors with dementia.

How other Indiana senior care community laws and regulations differ from Kentucky

While nursing homes in Indiana are licensed as comprehensive care facilities, assisted living and memory care communities receive a residential care facility license. These facilities are regulated by the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH). However, this license is not required if the senior care community does not administer medication or offer nursing care.

Staffing requirements for assisted living and memory care communities in Indiana are extremely similar to Kentucky’s. However, memory care communities in Indiana have additional dementia care training hours required for their staff. Memory care staff members in Indiana must undergo at least 6 hours of specialized dementia training annually.

What are your loved one’s rights in senior care facilities?

One thing that all senior care communities in both Kentucky and Indiana do is protect your loved one. In a senior care community, a senior should live free of abuse, neglect, restraint, interference, coercion, discrimination, and reprisal. In the event of any issues, you can file a complaint through your state Department of Health or your local long-term care ombudsman.

Comparable to nursing homes, all senior care communities have extensive laws and regulations. To understand more about different community regulations, visit our guides to assisted living and memory care in Louisville.

COVID-19 regulations for Louisville nursing homes

As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) loosen COVID-19 recommendations, so have individual states, including Kentucky. For this reason, senior care communities no longer require masks as of September 2022. However, communities can implement their own additional COVID-19 guidelines. So, before visiting or moving into the community, ask about their COVID-19 regulations.

While senior care facilities no longer require masks, the Kentucky Department for Public Health follows the community-level COVID-19 statewide guidance. Currently, Jefferson County falls under a low level of guidance, so the area still has relaxed recommendations, as found below.

Masking. Wearing a mask is up to each individual, but may be required after an exposure to a COVID-19 infection.

Quarantining. After a positive test for COVID-19, a person should isolate for five days if they do not show symptoms or 10 days if they do. After close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19, you should monitor your symptoms for 10 days.

Get to know senior living in Louisville

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100% of our Louisville assisted living and memory care partners have 24-hour awake staff
72% of our senior care partners have a doctor on-call
91% of our Louisville partners have wheelchair-accessible showers
72% of our partner assisted living and memory care communities offer on-site hospice care
91% of partner senior care communities have visiting physical, occupational, and speech therapists

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What to expect from nursing homes in Louisville

Whether a senior is looking for a nursing home, assisted living community, or memory care facility, the Louisville area has options for everyone. Every senior care facility’s amenities and services vary to accommodate the needs of its residents. But, what are senior care communities in Louisville like? Here you’ll learn more about what you can expect.

Skilled nursing in Louisville

The Louisville area has plenty of skilled nursing facilities, ranging from small facilities to large ones. These skilled nursing facilities offer the highest level of 24-hour nursing and medical care outside of a hospital. They have many specialized services on-site, which may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Rehabilitation services
  • Nutrition services
  • Pharmacy services
  • Laboratory services
  • Radiology services
  • Palliative care
  • Wound care
  • IV therapy
  • Stroke care
  • Cardiac care

If your loved one doesn’t need long-term skilled nursing care, most senior care facilities in Louisville have short-term and/or respite care options. For example, many assisted living and memory care facilities have units for short-term rehabilitative care with services like the following:

  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Post-hospital care

While most of our assisted living and memory care partners do not have on-site skilled nursing units, there are many facilities that offer access to these types of advanced care services on their campus.

Assisted living in Louisville

Louisville assisted living communities go beyond simply supporting seniors with activities of daily living (ADLs). Most of our partners have on-staff activity directors to create varied on- and off-site activities. This helps your loved one maintain an active and social lifestyle while living at the community.

Our partner assisted living communities provide an array of additional services and amenities to personalize the resident experience. For example, many of our partners have devotional activities on-site, like Bible study groups as well as a visiting chaplain or priest. Our Louisville partners may also include additional resort-style amenities, from fitness centers to beauty salons.

Only two of our assisted living partners are stand-alone facilities dedicated to assisting seniors with their activities of daily living. The rest of our partners have either independent living or memory care services available on the same campus. This enables partners with different care needs to live on the same campus and lets seniors with advancing care needs access services without needing to move.

Memory care in Louisville

Almost all of our memory care partners in Louisville are part of a larger assisted living community. However, on-site memory care neighborhoods have different types of services and amenities catered to seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Whether a memory care community is a stand-alone facility or a part of a larger assisted living facility, memory care-designated areas are designed to help seniors with memory loss easily navigate their new home safely.

Memory care units also help families live worry-free and have peace of mind knowing their loved one is cared for in a personalized, homelike environment. These facilities help ensure the safety of your loved ones by having secured exits and entrances, as well as security systems like WanderGuard or emergency call systems. They also typically have on-site staff with experience and sensitivity training in nuanced memory care needs.

Our one stand-alone memory care partner in Louisville is extremely similar to those within an assisted living community, though safety and staff standards are more specialized. One unique part of this community that goes beyond the standard services is they have a licensed nurse on-site around the clock. This is not uncommon for memory care communities, but it’s not always the standard.

Nonambulatory care services in Louisville senior care communities

You or your loved one will receive the best assistance, as all our assisted living and memory care partners provide nonambulatory care services to help seniors get around. Here are some examples of these types of services:

  • One or two person assisted transfer
  • Standby assistance
  • Total transfer/Hoyer lift

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Unfamiliar with Louisville? Highlights for seniors

50,258

Number of seniors aged 75+

Number of seniors aged 75+ currently living in Jefferson County, Kentucky

6%

Percentage of seniors 75+ within the Jefferson County population[11]

34%

Percentage of seniors 65+ in Jefferson County with a disability[12]

Health care for seniors in Louisville

Louisville was recognized by Forbes for its advanced aging health solutions and named “America’s Aging Care Capital.” Its distinguished hospitals offer specialized care for seniors and treatments for common adult conditions. In this section, you’ll find Louisville’s highest-rated health care systems.

Baptist Health Louisville

You or your loved one can receive trustworthy care at Baptist Health Louisville, the hospital rated No. 1 in Louisville and No. 3 in Kentucky, according to U.S. News and World Report. The hospital performs highly for conditions common in adults, like strokes, hip and knee replacements, and cardiology.[] There’s also a location in Jeffersonville for those who live on the Indiana side of the Louisville area.

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Norton Hospital

Norton Hospital offers innovative care as the teaching hospital for the University of Louisville School of Medicine. It ranks No. 2 in Louisville and No. 5 in Kentucky, according to U.S. News and World Report.[] Its geriatric care services include different programs to accommodate seniors aged 65+, such as on-site care at certain nursing homes.

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UofL Health — Jewish Hospital

You or your loved one can find superb care at UofL Health — Jewish Hospital, known for many U.S. medical firsts. U.S. News and World Report ranks it as No. 3 in Louisville and No. 6 in Kentucky.[] Seniors aged 65 and older can find specialized care through the hospital’s geriatric clinic, Republic Bank Optimal Aging Clinic.

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Transportation for seniors in Louisville

The safest way for seniors in a senior care community to get around the city is through their facility’s transportation services. Luckily, about 95% of our assisted living and memory care partners in Louisville have on-site transportation services for their residents. A majority of these services are complimentary, but some facilities may charge an additional fee.

On-site transportation is extremely helpful in Louisville because the city lacks walkability and robust transit options. However, if you or your loved one need transportation outside of the community’s available services, there are ways to get around, thanks to the Transit Authority of River City (TARC).

Are there paratransit services available in Louisville?

Yes, TARC offers an ADA paratransit service called TARC3. TARC3 is best for those who can’t use regular buses due to accessibility and safety issues. This may include seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living or have dementia.

A personal care attendant (PCA) is likely best for these seniors and is required by TARC3 for seniors with dementia. A PCA helps seniors remain safe during rides, guides them to buildings, administers medications, and more. To have a PCA, a senior must request a PCA certification.

For more information on eligibility and TARC’s paratransit service, visit the TARC3 Rider’s Guide. On top of this, seniors can find additional transportation options recommended by the Office for Aging/Disabled Citizens on pages 71-72 in their resource guide.

Senior activities in Louisville

Whether you’re a visiting family member or a local senior resident, the Louisville area has something for everyone, from sunset cruises along the Ohio River to shopping in historic neighborhoods. Louisville is known for endless attractions, sports, and iconic food. Below, you’ll find some senior-friendly and accessible things to enjoy in Louisville with your loved one.

Famous Southern food and the finest bourbon

You or your loved one can experience the authentic Southern experience in Louisville, where some of the most well-known Southern dishes were first created. For example, the Brown Hotel in Louisville was the birthplace of the open-faced turkey sandwich called The Hot Brown. This is not your ordinary turkey sandwich, since it’s topped with strips of bacon and smothered in deliciously creamy Mornay sauce.

The popular chocolate-filled Kentucky Derby Pie was also created in Louisville’s Prospect neighborhood. You can enjoy the creators’ secret recipe at Kern’s Kitchen.

Besides delicious Southern staples, Louisville is known to have some of the best bourbons. As a result, the area has Bourbon District in downtown Louisville along Whiskey Row on Main Street. Plus, you’ll find many distillery tours where you can try many of these handcrafted bourbons:

Local and chain stores in Louisville

Visitors and locals alike enjoy exploring the area’s local stores with loved ones. Many traditional chain stores are located in the local malls, Mall St. Matthews and Oxmoor Center, both situated along the TARC bus stops. These malls are also adjacent to many local hotels, making them easily accessible for visiting friends and families.

Beyond chain stores, Louisville has many locally owned shops and businesses. Westport Village in one of Louisville’s historic neighborhoods, is one of the charming areas where you and your loved one can appreciate local restaurants and shopping destinations.

Accessible performing arts

You and your loved one can delight in local performances at one of the many local accessible performing arts areas, including the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts and the Iroquois Amphitheater. Both offer reserved seating for those with wheelchairs, as well as free assisted listening devices for those experiencing hearing loss.

The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts goes above and beyond with additional accommodations for those experiencing vision loss or sensory issues. For example, some performances are sensory-friendly by modifying house lighting and loud noises, as well as adding captioning.

Wheelchair-friendly outdoor areas

Louisville is a lovely area to retire for those who love the outdoors. The area offers an abundance of outdoor areas, from riverboat cruises on the Ohio River to idyllic picnic spots in numerous lush parks. Many of these areas offer wheelchair-accessible options, so families and their loved ones can experience these nature areas together. You could even plan a day on one of the many local riverboat cruises, where seniors aged 65 and older receive a discounted rate.

Furthermore, Louisville has nearly 60 miles of hiking trails with wheelchair-accessible options, like Tulip Tree Trail. You can find many accessible options for fishing and more at one of the largest city-owned forests in the U.S., Jefferson Memorial Forest.

Well-known sports champions, teams, and monuments

Between baseball monuments and professional sports teams, the Louisville area is known for its many sports-related attractions. One must-see is the world’s largest baseball bat, replicated after Babe Ruth’s Louisville Slugger. This bat is the landmark of the local baseball museum, the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory. Louisville is also known by many as the home to famous boxing champion Muhammed Ali, who has his own eponymous museum in the city — the Muhammed Ali Center.

When you’re not visiting these attractions, you can watch one of the local collegiate and professional sports team games. Louisville is home to the Division I football team, the University of Louisville Cardinals. In addition to collegiate teams, seniors and their families can experience the Louisville Bats play in Slugger Field, which offers accessible seating. You’ll need to contact the ticket box at 1-855-228-8497 to purchase seating in this area.

Additionally, soccer fans can enjoy games in one of the largest soccer-specific stadiums in the area, featuring Louisville City FC. Families can also experience these games with their loved ones in the accessible seating options. Guests with disabilities are allowed one guest to sit with them in the designated area.

Legendary attractions for tourists and locals

If you’re a visiting family member or friend, you must visit one of these well-known attractions with your loved one. The most legendary areas in Louisville include the famous racetrack, Churchill Downs. This stadium hosts the Kentucky Derby each year. Keep in mind that the arena has limited space, so they will not store any wheelchairs brought to the event. However, there are accessible seating options. The Kentucky Derby also provide accommodations, including accessible shuttles to and from the parking lots to help those with disabilities get inside the racetrack.

The second best attraction in Louisville is the underground Louisville Mega Cavern. Whether you’re a tourist or a local, this cavern is popular among all ages. Plus, the cavern has a wheelchair-accessible tour on the Mega Tram, so your loved one can easily visit the mysterious underground. Before your visit, however, you should check with the facility to ensure availability on the accessible tour.

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