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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 $4,356 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 122 communities, read 1518 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
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.
Photo of Meadowbrook Terrace-Hart Cnty
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
On behalf of the caregivers and support staff of Indian Creek, we thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the...
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.
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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.
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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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Cost of memory care in Nelson County, KY

The average cost of senior living in Nelson County is $4,356 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

Nelson County, KY
$4,356/mo
$4,356/mo
$4,400/mo

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

Nelson County, KY
$4,356/mo
U.S. national average
$4,989/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,356/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,567/mo
Studio
$4,786/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,005/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,866/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$485/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Nelson County over time

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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. As for the ...
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Nelson County review score based on 371 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 371 reviews of 110 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

8.2
Nelson County, KY110 facilities
8.2
Bardstown, KY121 facilities
8.2
Fairfield, KY135 facilities

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 371 reviews of 110 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
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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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
44.5%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.6%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.5%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.1%
72.3%
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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.
Nelson County, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.9%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.2%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.5%
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.
Nelson County, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
17.7%
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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.
Nelson County, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.7%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.3%
23%
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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
52.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.8%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.8%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
51.8%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
30.9%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia Springs Louisville, Sunrise of Louisville and Traditions at Beaumont are the top-rated memory care facilities near Nelson County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 122 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 Traditions at Beaumont. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 122 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 $4,356. 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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