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10 Best Nursing Homes in Tar Fork, KY

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Tar Fork 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 71 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Tar Fork, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Tar Fork is about $4,105, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 254 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Tar Fork, KY

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Cost of nursing homes in Tar Fork, KY

The average cost of senior living in Tar Fork is $4,105 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Radcliff, KY with an average of $3,706 per month.

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

Tar Fork, KY
$4,105/mo

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

Tar Fork, KY
$4,105/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

$4,044/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,105/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,767/mo
Studio
$4,709/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,236/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,447/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Tar Fork over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Tar Fork

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Tar Fork

Heritage Woods of Newburgh

5.0
They helped without it feeling like it to the residents. Everyone was happy and alive!! Employees enjoyed their job.

Vitality Living Elizabethtown

5.0
There was a waiting list at the other places and she needed a place to go immediately. However, these people really seem to care about her being comfortable and welcome. I would recommend to others.

Bell Oaks Place in Newburgh, IN

4.6
They seem to be very in tune with each resident. Very cognizant of each resident's individual needs. It is a very warm feeling community and we would recommend Bell Oaks Place to other families who may need a place for their loved ones

Tar Fork nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tar Fork nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tar Fork, 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 Tar Fork 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 Tar Fork that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Tar Fork, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.4%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.3%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.2%
9.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Tar Fork 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 Tar Fork Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tar Fork 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 Tar Fork partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tar Fork, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Tar Fork 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 Tar Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tar Fork, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
27.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tar Fork 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 Tar Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.4%
6.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Heritage Place, Vitality Living Elizabethtown and Brookdale Stonestreet are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Tar Fork, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 71 nursing homes facilities near Tar Fork, Kentucky. See the full list.

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