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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Charleston, KY
Memory care in Charleston offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Charleston is about $3,616 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 38 communities, read 38 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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The facility was short handed a lot. Didn't really have time to clean rooms as they should. I think Mom liked it ok she never really complained. being short handed hurt them some but they had some good...
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.
Located in the rolling farm country of Christian County, The Neighborhood at Hopkinsville, a Phoenix Senior Living community has provided an excellent value in senior assisted living services since 1999. A vibrant community, The Neighborhood has become a trusted senior living resource. Our...
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So glad we were given this facility to check out for our step mother. They assured us she would work out here. She had received excellent assistance and encouragement. It is a gem in our community and the...
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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.
Heritage Place is a Genesis community offering senior living services in a peaceful and home like setting in Owensboro Kentucky. Owensboro considers itself the BBQ capital of the world and holds an international competition every May. Residents are also able to enjoy the rich musical history of...
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The main reason we chose Cedarhurst of Owensboro was because it looks like a vacation home or a hotel! Very knowledgeable and helpful staff members! I do recommend this facility to others.
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.
Cedarhurst of OwensboroAt Cedarhurst of Owensboro, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Owensboro, Kentucky, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily...
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I can not say enough about how great the entire staff is. They have gone out of their way to make you comfortable . We have good communication with the staff. They keep the community very clean. The door 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 you agree that being active and independent are vital to a healthy and productive lifestyle, then we invite you to look at Oak Ridge Senior Living! Located in Madisonville, KY, Oak Ridge is a place where residents enjoy all the amenities of home — comfort, companionship, convenience and...
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They do not know much about to to manage my loved ones medications such as the dosages or timing so I think they could use some more training on that. Other than that things are going well. The everyday...
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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.
We would like to take a moment and introduce our facility and some of our services. We are not a traditional long term care facility, however we do provide a wide range of services. We provide twenty four hour a day assistance and support for all activities of daily living including, bathing and...
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They were very compassionate with her situation. It was a dramatic change for her dealing with a recent stroke and having to move all the way from southern Texas. It took a lot of patience as at first she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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 concept is less people, more space and more services. We also want to provide a measure of security that will assure the contentment of knowing someone is near and that someone cares.We offer large suites with king size beds, complete kitchen, three closets and large handicap accessible...
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All 5 stars! It's the kind of place you can leave your loved one and know, without a doubt, that they will be well cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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My mom feels at home here and constantly tells me the food is good! They have a wonderful leader in Russellville and the staff is always nice. We are fortunate to have a nice facility in our community. It...
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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.
Hometown Manor has been serving residents in this community for over 15 years. At Hometown Manor, we strive to serve as a model of quality assisted living care offering affordable living in a home-like environment. We offer a small setting that features family-style dining and engaging common...
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My loved one was previously a resident at River's Bend Retirement Community and overall his experience at this facility was good. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The care services were okay....
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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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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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They took very good care of my father at New Haven Assisted Living, and they advocated for him when he had challenges. There was one employee that got a little too friendly with him and gave him her...
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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.
Located in the beautiful town of Marion in Kentucky, New Haven Assisted Living is the best choice as the new home for your loved one. Known for our home-like atmosphere and high staff to resident ratio, we pride ourselves on offering the best possible care and attention for your family member. ...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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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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, 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.
Age in Place at Charter.The moment you step foot inside our community, you’ll understand why residents and their loved ones instantly become part of the greater Charter Senior Living family. Our personalized approach to Personal Care, Memory Care and Short-Term Stays takes away the worry and adds...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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.
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 memory care in Charleston, KY
The average cost of senior living in Charleston is $3,616 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kuttawa, KY with an average of $2,894 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Charleston, KY vs. nearby cities
Charleston, KY
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Charleston, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Charleston vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Charleston, KY by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Charleston
Recent reviews for memory care in Charleston
Hometown Manor of Russellville
5.0
In the bustling rhythm of our daily lives, we often find ourselves in a whirlwind of responsibilities and commitments. Amidst this, some unsung heroes bring peace and stability to our world – the dedicated team at Hometown Manor, where my father resides in assisted living.
I want to take a ...
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The Neighborhood at Hopkinsville
4.3
The facility is nice for the money. The office needs updating on its paper work. Tried to get some information from them to help with our VA pension and never could get any help.
Heritage Place in Owensboro, KY
4.6
The staff at Heritage Place is very friendly. And the residents really enjoy being there. I had several who stopped me when I was touring and encouraged me to bring my mom there because they really love living there and thought she would love it too. The facility is a little bit dated and ...
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Charleston memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charleston memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charleston, 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 Charleston memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Charleston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Charleston, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
12.1%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
24.2%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
21.2%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Charleston memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Charleston Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Charleston, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.2%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.2%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.2%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Charleston memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Charleston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charleston, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.2%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Charleston memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Charleston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Charleston, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charleston memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Charleston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charleston, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.3%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.2%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
24.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
12.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Neighborhood at Hopkinsville, Hometown Manor of Russellville and Heritage Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Charleston, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 38 memory care facilities near Charleston, Kentucky. See the full list.
The 38 memory care facilities near you in Charleston, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Charleston, Kentucky, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Charleston, Kentucky, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Charleston, Kentucky ranges from $1890 to $7000. The average Memory Care cost in Charleston, Kentucky is $3,616. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Charleston, Kentucky typically starts at $1890. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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