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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 $5,949 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 127 communities, read 2742 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Louisville, Jeffersontown and Frankfort.

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Photo of Vitality Living Stony Brook
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66 Floor plans available
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The apartments are very nice. Staff is nice. There are some staff shortages due to stated Corporate direction. Food has been hit or miss. Some meals are served on paper plates. Some times the food is not...
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.
As the premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care community in a great location with easy access to Louisville’s east end. Here at Vitality Living Stony Brook, take advantage of a full calendar of educational, social, cultural and entertainment events, including outings to...
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The staff is very friendly, the food is good and his apartment size is just right. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Harmony at Tucker Station, in Louisville, Kentucky, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a welcoming community.With modern apartments, engaging amenities, and a full calendar of activities, life here feels active and balanced.Here, connections come naturally, and each...
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I would rate each of them 5 except for food. I would give that a 4 only because it could have been healthier. It usually had too much salt but it was tasty. We would absolutely recommend this community 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.
Photo of Traditions at Hunter Station
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I give it 5 stars! The staff is absolutely wonderful. The care, activities, food, cleanliness everything is great! My mom has a one bedroom apartment And the assisted living side which is perfect. I think...
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 Hunter Station welcomes you with all of the amenities and beauty that its appealing campus affords. Enjoy a stroll, a picnic or read a book as you discover a pleasant atmosphere that facilitates a more leisurely life with family and friends. Everything you need can be found in an...
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Come experience the Daisy Hill Difference! We encourage you to visit several senior living communities and then come visit us at Daisy Hill Senior Living. We are proud to not be a large, national 'cookie cutter' community. We know that each community should have it's own culture and personality....
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The leadership, management, organization, care, and compassion are exceptional at Mayfair! Everything is in house; no third-party in the form of building ownership, property management, and facility...
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.
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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Everyone has been exceptionally helpful. The size of my apartment is good. It was tough downsizing but it needed to be done. Once I can get everything put away all will be well. Storage in main bath is slim...
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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My friend is very happy at CedarHurst. She says the food the is excellent and the snacks are yummy. She has made some friends and she is content with her new living arrangements. I am very satisfied with the...
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 Hamburg, senior living on Lexington's east side brings standout amenities to every day. Our senior living community in Lexington, Kentucky offers assisted living and memory care for those living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. On-site physical, occupational,...
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Where mom is at in the personal care section the rooms are a little small but she has plenty of room. She loves loved the food. Cleaning is kind of a problem but my sister comes in and cleans once a week. I...
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.
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Photo of Highgrove at Tates Creek
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We had to get my dad out of an apartment and into assisted living in Short order last summer. From the moment I walked into Highgrove and met [Name Removed], it was a wonderful experience. The entire staff...
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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Photo of Hometown Manor Assisted Living of Bardstown
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It's pricey and goes up every year. But they do a great job on everything. Hometown is like a family. The workers become friends. It is small enough that the workers know everyone by name
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.
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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Photo of Windsor Gardens of Georgetown
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The overall experience is getting much better, today I'd say 4, a month ago I'd have said 2. The care services a month ago was a 1, today its a 4. The staff has been so much better since the old director...
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,...
Photo of Vitality Living St Matthews
55 Photos available
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Vitality, St Matthews, as an awesome and varied activity program. If someone wants to have exercise, art, singing, or entertaining group activities, such as crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, bingo, or other family...
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.
As the premier independent living and assisted living community in the St. Matthews area, we are conveniently located in the unique St. Matthews neighborhood, with easy access to shopping, dining, festivals and the arts, Vitality Living St. Matthews offers independent living and assisted living...
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Photo of Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community of Lawrenceburg
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Our experience has been great. The staff has been incredibly patient and caring during my mother’s transition into assisted living. They helped to connect us w the PA assigned to Lawrenceburg Hometown manor...
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.
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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We thought the room was a good size....not too small, not too big. The staff was always very kind and seemed to know his name quickly and made a point to know some of his preferences. There were always...
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At StoryPoint Brownsboro, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a...
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Photo of Hometown Manor Assisted Living of Georgetown
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The people that work here are the sweetest warm loving people that I want taking care of my mother. The food is home cooked! It always smells so good! They are always cleaning all the time! You can tell they...
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.
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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Fantastic place. The staff is phenomenal. The residents seemed happy. Very clean. Activities for the residents. Incredible staff. Great location for my son and brother to visit once a week.
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.
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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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.
Forest Hills Commons is a new assisted living community that offers apartments and memory care for mature adults in the beautiful city of Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. The community's private apartment living is perfect for people who want their independence, but still need assistance....
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The food is excellent, with a full menu to order from as well as daily specials. The dining room staff are delightful, welcoming, and always pleasant. Management is responsive and available whenever there 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.
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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We have been very happy with Bennet's place. They have accommodated all the needs of my parents. There were some mix-ups with the Pharmacy at the beginning, but that was taken care of immediately. They have...
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.
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...
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Don't be afraid to ask questions. Someone will have the answer. Yes I would definitely recommend Symphony at valley farms. It is a great facility.
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.
Situated near scenic Iroquois Park, Symphony at Valley Farms is a vibrant, warm senior living community located near Park Terrace Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital as well as Valley Commons Shopping Center and many restaurants and other convenient shopping. Wake up every day in a safe,...
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Professional, peaceful and the food was very good. Only thing that I seen as negative was that the floors / carpets looked dirty.
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.
Are you ready to live your best life?Here at our assisted living community, you can build new friendships and redefine your independence.  So go ahead and play Bunco or join your new friends for a Zen spa day. We’ll take care of the rest so you can focus on fun ways to spend your day.We can...
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Overall experience and cleanliness is a 4, it could use some sprucing up. The staff is very caring and the food is good. My sister loves her apartment and the balcony. The apartment size is very big and we...
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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The atmosphere is warm and inviting. I would recommend to others. Down home like. Country people and small town. Very clean and close.
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.
-Twin Oaks is a homelike senior living community in Henry County, KY promoting independence while providing 24 hour support & safety.-Our address is 98 Adams Street New Castle, KY 40050 and we are just 35 minutes from East Louisville, 20 minutes from Lagrange, KY and 25 minutes from...
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The Grand Senior Living has very caring staff, wonderful activities director with fun entertainment planned. The nurses provided good care, and were attentive and compassionate.
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.
The Grand is Louisville's top resort-style living option for personalized senior care. Our Jefferson County independent living, assisted living, and memory care community near Prospect, Buckner, Middletown, and St. Matthews offers studios and up to two-bedroom apartments for older adults....
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Cost of memory care in Shelby County, KY

The average cost of senior living in Shelby County is $5,949 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shelbyville, KY with an average of $5,851 per month.

Memory care costs in Shelby County, KY, vs. nearby counties

Shelby County, KY
$5,949/mo

Memory care costs in Shelby County, KY, vs. state and national averages

Shelby County, KY
$5,949/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Shelby County, KY, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,949/mo

Memory care costs in Shelby County, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,062/mo
Studio
$6,535/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,203/mo

Senior living costs in Shelby County 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: Shelby County, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelby County, KYKentuckyU.S.
Memory Care$5,949/mo$6,155/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$4,442/mo$4,886/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,031/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Shelby County, KY:$5,949/mo
Kentucky:$6,155/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Shelby County, KY:$4,442/mo
Kentucky:$4,886/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Shelby County, KY:unavailable
Kentucky:$3,031/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Shelby County

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelby County

Aspen Alcove of Elizabethtown

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!

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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Shelby County review score based on 576 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 576 reviews of 127 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

8.4
Shelby County, KY127 facilities
8.3
Franklin County, KY120 facilities
8.4
Shelbyville, KY134 facilities

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 576 reviews of 127 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
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.5
3.6
Meals & dining
3.1
3.3
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
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*Learn more about cost details

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.
Shelby County, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.5%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.8%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.4%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.4%
69.6%
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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
70.1%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.2%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.1%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.8%
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
40.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.5%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.6%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
22.9%
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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
43.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.4%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
55.1%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.1%
23%
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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
63%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.8%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.9%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.6%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.4%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
65.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.9%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Shelby County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Kentucky memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Shelby County protect seniors.
Learn about Kentucky memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cedarhurst of East Louisville, Spring Arbor of Frankfort and Magnolia Springs East Louisville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shelby County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 127 memory care facilities near Shelby County, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Shelby County, Kentucky are Magnolia Springs Lexington, Magnolia Springs Louisville and The Pinnacle of Louisville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 127 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.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Shelby 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 Shelby County, Kentucky ranges from $$5,000 to $$5,949. The average Memory Care cost in Shelby County, Kentucky is $5,949. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shelby County, Kentucky typically starts at $$5,000. 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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