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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Portland, KY

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Memory care in Portland 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 Portland is about $3,664 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 136 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Portland Memory Care Facilities | 136 Reviews

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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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We were in the assisted living, but they were great as far as keeping the place clean, the meals, and all that. My loved one was only there a short time. There is enough parking. They were just really good...
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.
Windsor Gardens is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Bardstown, Kentucky, and is the leading Continuing Care Retirement Community in Kentucky, boasting a five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a top seven percent rating by the American College of...
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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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Cost of memory care in Portland, KY

The average cost of senior living in Portland is $3,664 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tompkinsville, KY with an average of $2,500 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Portland, KY vs. nearby cities

Portland, KY
$3,664/mo
$3,844/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Portland, KY vs. the state and national average

Portland, KY
$3,664/mo
U.S. national average
$4,899/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Portland vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,664/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Portland, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,335/mo
Studio
$4,387/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,515/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,379/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Portland over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Portland

Recent reviews for memory care in Portland

Bluegrass Assisted Living in Elizabethtown, KY

4.5
The rooms and overall layout of this community would be a four out of five. Before COVID we were able to eat some meals there with our loved one, and the food our be about a three out of five. We would recommend this community to others.

Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community of Glasgow

5.0
The staff and caregivers do a wonderful job caring for my mother in law. They are always responsive to our questions and concerns. Hometown Manor has set our minds and hearts at ease when we needed a home for our loved one. Could not ask for a better place to get excellent care!

Willow Creek in Elizabethtown, KY

4.0
This is based solely off of a limited amount of exposure to the community. My brother was miserable where he was before; he needed a change, a new caregiver, and a new place to call home. When we moved him in here, we had hopes that he would be happier and he really is. The people are very ...
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Portland review score based on 42 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 42 reviews of 28 Portland memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Portland review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Portland review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Portland, KY28 facilities
7.8
Columbia, KY27 facilities
7.6
Greensburg, KY36 facilities

Review subcategories for Portland memory care

When memory care 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 42 reviews of 28 Portland memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Portland resident and family memory care 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.
Portland, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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Portland memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portland memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portland, 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 Portland 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 Portland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
21.4%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
48.4%
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
39.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.7%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.3%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Portland 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 Portland Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Portland, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.3%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10.7%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.7%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portland 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 Portland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portland, KYNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Portland 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 Portland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portland, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portland 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 Portland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
48%
Dances
Dances
10.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Highlands Square, Cooper Trail Senior Living and Bluegrass Assisted Living -Bardstown are the top-rated memory care facilities near Portland, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 30 memory care facilities near Portland, Kentucky. See the full list.

The 30 memory care facilities near you in Portland, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Portland, 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 Portland, 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 Portland, Kentucky ranges from $2000 to $8979. The average Memory Care cost in Portland, Kentucky is $3,664. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Portland, Kentucky typically starts at $2000. 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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