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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Nelson County, KY
Memory care in Nelson 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 Nelson County is about $4,436 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 96 communities, read 1578 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bardstown, Mount Washington and Elizabethtown.
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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.
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At The Altenheim, you will find many values and traditions associated with living at home. Our residents consider The Altenheim to be a small community with a big heart. We are a full service retirement home, providing each resident with the individualized care and services he or she needs. In...
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This place is wonderful! My aunt has lived here for about a year and a half (maybe closer to 2 years) and loves it. She has made some new and now very dear friends, she loves the staff and they love her....
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.
Parr's at Springhurst in Louisville, Kentucky is an assisted living community with a lot to offer. Louisville is known for providing a high quality of life, having parks around every corner, and welcomes new faces in this tight-knit community. The beautifully landscaped and clean yard is just one...
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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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My sister is doing very well since her move to this community. They have been excellent, and I'am satisfied with her move here. We really like the staff, they are taking good care of her. They have nice...
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.
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A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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
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.
Cost of memory care in Nelson County, KY
The average cost of senior living in Nelson County is $4,436 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loretto, KY with an average of $3,420 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Nelson County, KY vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Nelson County, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Nelson County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Nelson County, KY by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Nelson County
Recent reviews for memory care in Nelson 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.
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Nelson County review score based on 394 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 394 reviews of 96 Nelson County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Nelson 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
Nelson County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Nelson 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 394 reviews of 96 Nelson County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Nelson 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.Nelson County, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Nelson County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nelson County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nelson 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 Nelson 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 Nelson 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
51%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Nelson 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 Nelson County 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
69.8%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.8%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.2%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nelson 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 Nelson County 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
38.5%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.8%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Nelson 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 Nelson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
46.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.8%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nelson 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 Nelson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.4%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.8%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.9%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.9%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.4%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
59.4%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
35.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Magnolia Springs Louisville, The Ashton on Dorsey and Dominion Senior Living of Louisville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Nelson County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 96 memory care facilities near Nelson County, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Nelson County, Kentucky are Magnolia Springs Louisville, Sunrise of Louisville and StoryPoint Prospect. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 96 memory care facilities near you in Nelson 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 Nelson County, 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 Nelson County, 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 Nelson County, Kentucky ranges from $485 to $11175. The average Memory Care cost in Nelson County, Kentucky is $4,436. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Nelson 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Nelson County
- Bardstown, Kentucky
- Mount Washington, Kentucky
- Elizabethtown, Kentucky
- Little Mount, Kentucky
- Fairfield, Kentucky
- Springfield, Kentucky
- Culvertown, Kentucky
- Ashbrook, Kentucky
- Lebanon, Kentucky
- Johnsonville, Kentucky
- Rivals, Kentucky
- Olive Branch, Kentucky
- Veech, Kentucky
- Normandy, Kentucky
- Bloomfield, Kentucky
- Polin, Kentucky
- Elk Creek, Kentucky
- Maud, Kentucky
- Mooresville, Kentucky
- Hardesty, Kentucky
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