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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shelby County, KY
Memory care in Shelby County 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 Shelby County is about $4,392 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 151 communities, read 2074 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.8
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82 reviews
When we started looking to move my in-laws to Louisville, this was the closest community and the parents of a friend of mine who lived here, where very happy so, we thought we'd check it out. So glad we did...
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.
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...
Hometown Manor Assisted Living Memory Care Community of Shelbyville
74 Mack Walters Rd, Shelbyville, KY 40065Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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3 reviews
I have had the best experience there. The staff are awesome. They took mom in and accepted her as family. They move on her, care for her, Joke with her and see to it that all of her needs are met. They...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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8.2
Review score
5 reviews
We love the place, the food is biggest drawback, not much variety, too much salt used, some meals not very appetizing. Quality of care is good, just a lot of turnover which causes confusion sometimes,...
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.
Amber Oaks, located in beautiful Shelbyville, Kentucky, is an award-winning, assisted living community dedicated to meeting the needs of senior adults who desire or require varying degrees of assistance with activities of daily living. Amber Oaks is more than a place to live. It offers...
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8.0
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9 reviews
This is a small and caring community that gives personal attention to the residents. The staff are good. to work with The community is clean. The staff availability to the residents is outstanding. There...
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.
Crescent Place Assisted living is the premier establishment for discriminating patrons in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Bordered by a beautiful courtyard and maintained with an elegance only found in Kentucky, Crescent Place offers the lifestyle residents deserve. All the amenities a person could want...
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9.9
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133 reviews
We are very pleased overall. There is one big problem that we along with other residents that needs a soluton. THE DINING ROOM IS ALWAYS COLD AND UNCOMFORTABLE. Dining should be a pleasing experience. It is...
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.
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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9.7
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52 reviews
I would recommend Sunrise, it has been a very positive experience for both Mom and I. Twice Mom has had to go to the ER by ambulance, and they did a great job of sharing information. Mom has settled in and...
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.
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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9.7
Review score
64 reviews
Overall it's a great community with caring staff and they offer a lot of activities but the general cost of care can be overwhelming as we expect it is at other similar locations.
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.
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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9.7
Review score
159 reviews
They have staffing problems. [name removed] tries to respond..in a good way. However, based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Who says moving to a senior living community means giving up your sense of independence? Magnolia Springs embraces the fact you are your own person, different, unique, one-of-a-kind—with your own lifestyle, pursuits, and hopes for the future. Even better, we celebrate it! Each and every day....
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9.6
Review score
42 reviews
The staff treated my aunt like family. I could relax and know that she was safe. She is no longer there, she suffered some major strokes, had to start dialysis and had to move to a nursing facility that had...
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.
Go with the flow of life at Riverbend, where our modern amenities and convenient services enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally stimulating. Our Jeffersonville, Indiana, Assisted Living and Memory Care community...
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9.6
Review score
38 reviews
I'm very happy with Belmont Village, have said so many times. I have told a couple of friends that when their parents get to that point, Belmont would be a good place to consider.
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.
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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9.6
Review score
18 reviews
I have lived at The Forum at Brookside nearly five years and am pleased to offer this facility a rating of A+. The accommodations here are pleasant and well maintained by the experienced and conscientious...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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9.6
Review score
13 reviews
We like the layout of the facility, the staff too. They could improve communication with families that don't live there and the beauty shop haircut thing is frustrating at times. Another negative is I think...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Hallmark House is a brand new Senior Living community with a focus on Memory Care in Louisville Kentucky. Our staff is fully trained in memory care. Hallmark House also embraces the 'Best Friends' approach to resident care. The 'Best Friends' method is an innovative,sensitive and unique approach...
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9.6
Review score
52 reviews
They are honest and up front about the care, expectations, and transitions. They did not refuse admit back when there was an occasional need for hospital care. I would definitely recommend StoryPoint...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Prospect! From assistance with daily tasks to the handling of household maintenance and more, our experienced team at StoryPoint Prospect knows that care isn’t one-size-fits-all, and we take the time to get to know each resident to ensure they receive the highest quality of...
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9.5
Review score
11 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Jewel Place. It is a clean and well kept facility. Small and family like with an excellent, attentive and caring staff. They offer a range of services. The activities...
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.
Since 1986, Jewel Place has represented compassionate senior living in Madison, Indiana. Through personalized care, rich programming, and a social environment, we offer residents greater independence than they ever imagined. We would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and...
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9.5
Review score
18 reviews
Our Mom was a resident for 3 years. I cannot say enough great things about Inspirations. The staff was absolutely amazing! They became family to Mom and to us. Mom became very ill and we thought she would...
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.
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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9.4
Review score
126 reviews
I have always liked Richmond Place. I have been here at least 8 years. All the people that I met here have been nice, as well as all the people who work here. And when I talk to residents who are here, they...
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.
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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9.3
Review score
20 reviews
Christian Care Communities Middletown is the perfect fit for my loved one. It's a small and intimate facility. A larger facility with more activities would not have worked for her.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 are a faith-based, non-profit community in the heart of Middletown/Douglas Hills area. We're nestled in a quiet neighborhood, yet close to stores, restaurants, medical offices and major routes.Assisted Living (State Licensed)•Our one-room and two-room suites. All-inclusive rates with no tiered...
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9.3
Review score
21 reviews
Dad is very happy there! Everyone seems to be on the same wavelength on resident care. They are friendly and very helpful. When we looked at other places, Cedarhurst was far above the others!
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.
Cedarhurst of Beaumont, located in Lexington, KY, is a Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering a vibrant and fulfilling life. Our personal care and memory care senior living lifestyle options give you what you need to live life to the fullest.Our memory care community is created just...
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9.2
Review score
26 reviews
It was beneficial that the facility cares for memory care only. The staff was great. The cost was fair. Room sizes were adequate - not large, but I don't know that memory care patients need the large...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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9.2
Review score
11 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at McDowell Place of Danville for a respite care stay. My loved one's experience at this facility was great and we often recommend this facility to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
McDowell Place of Danville is a unique independent and assisted living community, also offering respite and personal care. It is spacious, comfortable and finely appointed to make your stay, or that of a loved one, as pleasant as possible.What makes McDowell Place unique? Our people: We have 46...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.1
Review score
25 reviews
The place was wonderful but my Father passed away earlier this year. They handled everything very respectfully and closing the account with them was very easy. There wasn't much they could do activity wise...
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.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
Review score
69 reviews
The patio with the rockers are so inviting. I have seen residents enjoying it very often. The care staff CARES and it is very reasonably priced. The food is very good. The entire place has been remodeled...
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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
Review score
49 reviews
A homey atmosphere, lovely interior and outside space to relax and have visitors, didn't like that doors were locked and they wouldn't share the code so ended up waiting sometimes 15 minutes to get in....
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.
Bennett Place provides a warm family environment for seniors needing assisted living in New Albany, Indiana. We are located in a tree filled residential neighborhood just two miles west of Indiana University's southeast campus. We offer beautifully landscaped grounds and a private, flower filled...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
Review score
20 reviews
I chose Preston Greens Senior Living because of the atmosphere. Everything was bright. Everyone was helpful. Seems to have a little problem with management. I would definitely recommend this facility to...
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.
Cheers to Preston Greens! Lexington's EXTRAordinary senior living community by embracing the "Gold Standard" of senior living, and delivering a superior culture rooted with hospitality, safety and collaboration.Preston Greens takes something ordinary and makes it fun -- a community rich in...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
Review score
16 reviews
We are looking at only being able to keep Mom there for the rest of this year. The care is amazing!! The staff is Great! Everything else is wonderful! The only problem is the cost keeps going up. It started...
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.
The glorious Windsor Gardens of Georgetown, Kentucky offers residents assisted living in a colonial ranch style residence surrounded by finely kept lawns and impeccable landscaping. Georgetown is steeped in history and filled with fine examples of southern architecture. Home to the Horse Park,...
Cost of memory care in Shelby County, KY
The average cost of senior living in Shelby County is $4,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasureville, KY with an average of $4,173 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby County, KY vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby County, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shelby County, KY by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Shelby County over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Shelby County
Recent reviews for memory care in Shelby County
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.
Magnolia Springs East Louisville
5.0
Our experience with Magnolia Springs East has been wonderful. Very caring and attentive staff. Couldn't be happier to have such a fantastic, competent, lovely place for Mom! It's a relief to know she is so well treated!
Bennett Place in New Albany, IN
4.9
I sensed a real concern by the staff for the people under their care. While there may have been internal (employee/employer) issues, as there may be in any work environment, it never manifested itself in my presence. In my opinion, employees are acting professionally in that regard.
As for the ...
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Shelby County review score based on 480 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 480 reviews of 136 Shelby County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shelby County 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
Shelby County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shelby County 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 480 reviews of 136 Shelby County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby County 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.Shelby County, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.2
3.9
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Shelby County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby County, 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 Shelby County 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 Shelby County 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
45.6%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.1%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.6%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.2%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.9%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.3%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby County 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 Shelby County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby County, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.6%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.5%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby County 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 Shelby County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby County, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.3%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
43.4%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby County 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 Shelby County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelby County, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.9%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
47.8%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby County 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 Shelby County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby County, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.7%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.7%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.6%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.1%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.6%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.4%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
57.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.4%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Magnolia Springs Louisville, Magnolia Springs East Louisville and Sunrise of Louisville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shelby County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 151 memory care facilities near Shelby County, Kentucky. See the full list.
The 151 memory care facilities near you in Shelby County, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shelby County, Kentucky, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Shelby County, Kentucky ranges from $485 to $11175. The average Memory Care cost in Shelby County, Kentucky is $4,392. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shelby County, Kentucky typically starts at $485. 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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- La Grange, Kentucky
- Taylorsville, Kentucky
- Johnsonville, Kentucky
- Ashbrook, Kentucky
- Franklinton, Kentucky
- Joyes, Kentucky
- Middletown Heights, Kentucky
- Olive Branch, Kentucky
- Figgs, Kentucky
- Rivals, Kentucky
- Delville, Kentucky
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