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The cost of independent living in Barthell is about $2,858 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 266 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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The staff truly care about the residents and they answer concerns quickly. Each resident is unique and they try to acknowledge issues with empathy and understanding. They have fun activities for the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Barthell, KY

The average cost of senior living in Barthell is $2,858 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include London, KY with an average of $315 per month.

Independent living costs in Barthell, KY, vs. nearby cities

Barthell, KY
$2,858/mo

Independent living costs in Barthell, KY, vs. state and national averages

Barthell, KY
$2,858/mo
U.S. national average
$4,159/mo

Independent living costs in Barthell, KY, vs. other senior living options

$4,134/mo
Independent Living
$2,858/mo

Independent living costs in Barthell, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,504/mo
Studio
$4,156/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,332/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,250/mo

Senior living costs in Barthell vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Barthell, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarthell, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$2,858/mo$3,293/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living$4,134/mo$4,368/mo$4,711/mo
Memory Care$4,134/mo$4,392/mo$4,945/mo
Independent Living
Barthell, KY:$2,858/mo
Kentucky:$3,293/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Barthell, KY:$4,134/mo
Kentucky:$4,368/mo
U.S.:$4,711/mo
Memory Care
Barthell, KY:$4,134/mo
Kentucky:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,945/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Barthell

Recent reviews for independent living in Barthell

Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY

5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before. The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.

Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge

4.7
Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. For those who do not drive they have transportation, free of charge to grocery stores, medical appointments ETC. I would recommend Commonwealth at Oak Ridge to others.

The Courtyards Senior Living at Oak Ridge

4.5
Memory Care Facility at Courtyards - Oak Ridge provides excellent care for my husband. Staff is kind and patient. Highly recommend. The food is good and I can tell he really enjoys it. When he needed care beyond what I could give at home, I didn’t know what to do next. So happy we found ...
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Barthell independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barthell independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barthell, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barthell independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Barthell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barthell, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Barthell independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Barthell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barthell, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barthell independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Barthell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barthell, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Highlands Square, The Groves at Oak Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care and Viva Senior Living at Oak Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barthell, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Barthell, Kentucky. See the full list.
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