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Memory care in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville is about $4,360 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 157 communities, read 2167 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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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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I've encouraged friends and family to check this place out before they go anywhere else. The most positive thing I've experience is the staff interaction; they are friendly and very helpful. I'm not there...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Our goal is to treat each client as an individual and ensure that the service plan that we create for them still allows the freedom, respect and dignity that they deserve. We strive to make our facility your home away from home, and to make the transition simple for each client and their family...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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
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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.

Cost of memory care in Shelbyville, KY

The average cost of senior living in Shelbyville is $4,360 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasureville, KY with an average of $3,989 per month.

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

Shelbyville, KY
$4,360/mo
$4,534/mo

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

Shelbyville, KY
$4,360/mo
U.S. national average
$4,989/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,360/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,838/mo
Studio
$4,809/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,989/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,745/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,681/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shelbyville over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shelbyville

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelbyville

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and dedicated caregivers. Many reviews express appreciation for the kindness and genuine care shown by the staff at various communities. For instance, at Magnolia Springs East Louisville, the staff members went above and beyond to ensure residents, including one particular resident named Mom, feel at home and are given ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is essential for peace of mind. Several reviews mention the importance of this at communities like Highgrove at Tates Creek, where families felt they were always kept informed and their concerns were addressed. At Sunrise of Louisv ...
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Variety of activities tailored to residents' interests. Engaging activities that cater to residents' interests and abilities are crucial for their overall well-being. At The Pinnacle of Louisville, residents enjoyed a range of activities, from gardening to arts and crafts, while at Riverbend, the memory care unit provided residents with opportuni ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Meals and dining experiences are an essential aspect of senior living. Communities like Hallmark House and The Pinnacle of Louisville received praise for their excellent food quality and accommodating dietary requirements. At Ashton Grove, residents expressed satisfaction with the variety ...
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Well-maintained facilities and safety measures. Residents and their families value clean, safe, and well-maintained facilities. At Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods, staff addressed safety concerns related to falls, while at Vitality Living Springdale, the community ensured their loved one's apartment was kept clean and the facilities were i ...
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Personalized care plans. Customized care plans based on individual residents' needs and preferences are essential for effective care. At StoryPoint Prospect, staff created personalized care plans to address each resident's unique requirements, while at Magnolia Springs East Louisville, the staff went above and beyon ...
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Shelbyville review score based on 495 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 495 reviews of 142 Shelbyville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelbyville 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

Shelbyville review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Shelbyville, KY142 facilities
7.6
Simpsonville, KY12 facilities
8.3
Eminence, KY8 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelbyville 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 495 reviews of 142 Shelbyville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelbyville 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.
Shelbyville, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Shelbyville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelbyville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville 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
46.5%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.9%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.9%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.3%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.4%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.1%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.1%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.5%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.8%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.7%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.5%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.9%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.8%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
36.6%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.8%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
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 Shelbyville, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 157 memory care facilities near Shelbyville, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shelbyville, 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 157 memory care facilities near you in Shelbyville, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville, Kentucky ranges from $485 to $11175. The average Memory Care cost in Shelbyville, Kentucky is $4,360. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shelbyville, 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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