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10 Best Nursing Homes in Protemus, KY

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Protemus is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 68 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Protemus, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Protemus is about $3,457, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 104 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Protemus, KY

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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Oak Manor Health Care Ctr
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Union City Retirement Ctr
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Union City Manor Nursing Ctr
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Arbors At Etheridge House
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of The Etheridge House and The Arbors at Etheridge
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Etheridge House, assisted living by Americare in Union City, TN, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do.When you visit The Etheridge House, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We at Charter Senior Living of Paducah opened July of 2023. The leadership team in Paducah has over 131 years combined experience in senior care. We won the McCracken County People's Choice Award for Best Assisted Living Community. We are nestled into the corner of New Holt Rd and Nth Friendship....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Barkley Plantation
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.
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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.
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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.
Finding the right place for your loved one doesn't have to a difficult decision with options like New Haven - Kevil so look no further. New Haven - Kevil, located in Kevil, KY is an assisted living facility that takes a more comprehensive approach to providing the very best care for your loved...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Sometimes a little help is all that's needed for older adults to maintain their independence. At Trenton Healthcare Center, we offer apartments for independent residents, assisted living units, and skilled nursing for residents needing short- and long-term care. Our assisted living community...
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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.
When you visit Dogwood Pointe, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments. Our care partners...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of nursing homes in Protemus, KY

The average cost of senior living in Protemus is $3,457 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hardin, KY with an average of $3,186 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Protemus, KY vs. nearby cities

Protemus, KY
$3,457/mo
$3,380/mo
$3,628/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Protemus, KY vs. the state and national average

Protemus, KY
$3,457/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Protemus vs. other types of senior living

$3,499/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,457/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Protemus, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,795/mo
Studio
$3,988/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,478/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,876/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,030/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Protemus over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Protemus

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Protemus

The Neighborhood at Paducah

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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The Bungalows at Mayfield

4.6
It's been good so far my mom is doing good there. They keep her fed and gives her activities to do there is always something going on there.

Rivercrest Place Assisted Living in Paducah, KY

5.0
My family is so pleased with the care my mother- in-law, [name removed] receives at Rivercrest Place. It is such a burden off of us to know that she receives assistance with her medicine and care when she needs it. She loves the food, especially the fried catfish every Friday. They even take her ...
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Protemus nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Protemus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Protemus, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25.6%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Protemus nursing homes

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 Protemus Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Protemus, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30.2%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20.9%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Protemus nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Protemus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Protemus, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.9%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Protemus nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Protemus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Protemus, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Protemus nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Protemus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Protemus, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.9%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.9%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.6%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Murray, Rivercrest Place Assisted Living and The Neighborhood at Paducah are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Protemus, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 68 nursing homes facilities near Protemus, Kentucky. See the full list.

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