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Memory care in Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville is about $4,485 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 18 communities, read 227 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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When I tell my kids everything the staff does for me they can't believe it! The staff is super sweet and go above and beyond to care for all of us!
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.
At Cedarhurst of Nicholasville, 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 Nicholasville, Kentucky, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and...
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My mother has had a wonderful move-in experience with Richmond Place. All the staff have been so kind and gracious. The residents seem happy and friendly. The campus is beautiful! The apartment is roomy,...
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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Cedarhurst at beaumont has a very warm and welcoming environment. From the day my mom moved in they treated us like family. I can not say enough about [name removed] and [name removed] and the care they...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Beaumont, 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 Lexington, Kentucky, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
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The planned activities are wonderful, games, bingo, Bible Study, exercise, arts and crafts. There are field trips they can sign up for, a nice bistro type area for snacks outside of mealtime, good food, can...
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 it's time to slow down with the upkeep on a house and get busy enjoying a maintenance-free lifestyle, Sayre Christian Village has many options for you to choose between.We recognize that most everyone has become accustomed to more space. Our Friendship Towers apartments were built with that in...
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The people at Highgrove are wonderful! They are all extremely kind. Every member of the team, from the nursing staff to the dining room to therapy to the directors absolutely goes above and beyond when you...
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.
Highgrove Senior Living is a premier community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in Lexington, Kentucky. Designed with a resort-style ambiance, Highgrove ensures that residents live vibrant, engaging, and fulfilling lives, free to pursue their passions while...
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This is the quiet place. I've ever lived. And the living is easy. My room is cleaned. My meals are prepared served by lovely people. I have no need for car. There are fun entertainment planned. I was...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Mayfair Village Retirement Community in Lexington, KY is a charming community that embodies the essence of Kentucky’s rich heritage, offering a unique blend of Southern hospitality and superior amenities.Come tour with us today to learn more!
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When it comes to the meals and dining service, our loved one complains that the food is bland. It seems they are just fixing things like the school cafeteria. I wish it had more of a restaurant flare spices...
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.
Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods is a senior living community designed to help families grow closer as loved ones grow older. As a life plan community, we offer multiple levels of care at one address, with a lifestyle that balances active independence with trusted support. Residents enjoy a...
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Great food, wonderful compassionate staff in a southern hospitality atmosphere! I can’t express how great our experience was at Tanbark. I would highly recommend to any family looking for a place for their...
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.
Tanbark Senior Living combines exceptional care, extensive experience and luxury surroundings to create one of the finest personal care, health care and rehabilitation communities in the region.Personal CareOur carefully selected and trained staff are equipped to assist residents with activities...
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Legacy Reserve provides different levels of care for its residents. I am currently in the “independent” level whereas I don’t need personal care; it’s like living at home. I occupy a studio apartment with a...
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.
Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm is a unique senior living experience for the astute, active senior promoting the freedom to enjoy life. Our Independent Living community promotes a healthy and energetic lifestyle giving residents the opportunity to be as engaged and occupied as they choose to be....
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The Lantern has an honest and trustworthy staff. I really respect the nurses, administration, and staff. [Removed], the maintenance guy, was very personable and took up with my dad immediately. I do think...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Conveniently located at 225 Ruccio Way adjacent to Morning Pointe of Lexington Senior Living off of Reynolds Road and near Fayette Mall, The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Lexington is a single-level, state-of-the-art Alzheimer's Center of Excellence specially designed for seniors with dementia and...
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I would recommend the community. The best part of the community is they take care of my loved one, this allows us to be family. There is nothing at this time that I would change about the community.
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.
Conveniently located next to Homewood Suites and across the street from Meijers Department Store in Lexington, Kentucky, Morning Pointe of Lexington is a a single-level, state-of-the-art Senior Living Community on 5.11 acres. At Morning Pointe you will find assistance with medication,...
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I love this place and so does my mother!!! They keep moms mind working on the lantern. There has been some staffing change in the past year but has not been an issue from us. My mom is higher functioning 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.
Conveniently located near St. Joseph's Hospital East off Richmond Road, just south of Man O'War Boulevard in Lexington, Kentucky, Morning Pointe of Lexington-East is a single-level, state-of-the-art Senior Living community on ten acres. The facility also offers The Lantern Alzheimer's Memory Care...
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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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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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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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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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Nicholasville, KY

The average cost of senior living in Nicholasville is $4,485 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Perryville, KY with an average of $3,628 per month.

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

Nicholasville, KY
$4,485/mo
$4,316/mo
$4,487/mo

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

Nicholasville, KY
$4,485/mo
U.S. national average
$4,918/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,485/mo

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

Studio
$4,946/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,474/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,777/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,900/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Nicholasville over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Nicholasville

Recent reviews for memory care in Nicholasville

Cedarhurst of Beaumont in Lexington, KY

5.0
We are very very happy with our experience at Cedarhurst of Beaumont. We chose this facility initially because we just really liked the staff and the whole environment. The freedom that the residents have is wonderful. The room sizes are very nice and spacious. We would definitely recommend the ...
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Boonesboro Trail Senior Living in Winchester, KY

5.0
Expensive to sign in but then the third month was free so that was really nice! Everything is clean and nice. People are friendly and lots of familiar faces from the community of Winchester. Plenty of meal services, a small gym, and activities for all.

Friendship Towers Assisted Living in Lexington, KY

5.0
It was the best fit for my mother, the physical layout, the activities available, the friendly and caring people, easy communication access, it is close to my home, within our budget. I would recommend to others.

Nicholasville review score based on 44 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 16 Nicholasville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Nicholasville 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

Nicholasville review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Nicholasville, KY16 facilities
8.1
Wilmore, KY75 facilities
8.2
Keene, KY19 facilities

Review subcategories for Nicholasville 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 44 reviews of 16 Nicholasville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Nicholasville 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
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4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Nicholasville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nicholasville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nicholasville, 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 Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville 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
50%
65.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.8%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
28.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
61.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.8%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
74.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
70.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
45.2%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
50.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
20%
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Availability of select dining options in Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
40.5%
Room service
Room service
43.8%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nicholasville 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 Nicholasville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
54.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
61.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
40%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.3%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Richmond Place, Magnolia Springs Lexington and Cedarhurst of Beaumont are the top-rated memory care facilities near Nicholasville, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 18 memory care facilities near Nicholasville, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Nicholasville, Kentucky are Richmond Place and Magnolia Springs Lexington. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 18 memory care facilities near you in Nicholasville, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Nicholasville, 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 Nicholasville, 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 Nicholasville, Kentucky ranges from $1134 to $9175. The average Memory Care cost in Nicholasville, Kentucky is $4,485. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Nicholasville, Kentucky typically starts at $1134. 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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