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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Smith, KY
Memory care in Smith 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 Smith is about $4,421 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 259 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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We chose Signature Lifestyles because of the location as well as the value for the money. The room sizes here are really good, she just moved up a size from the studio. They have been good with communication...
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
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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My Dad was 87 years old when he moved into the Darby House after my Mom passed away. He loved living there. He found the staff very friendly and helpful and enjoyed having some independence, although he...
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.
Darby House is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee - a lovely community centered around the scenic campus of Carson-Newman College. Situated near the center of town with its shopping malls, supermarkets, churches and its access to Carson-Newman Campus; Darby House is especially convenient for...
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 Smith, KY
The average cost of senior living in Smith is $4,421 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hyden, KY with an average of $2,600 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Smith, KY vs. the state and national average
Smith, KY
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Smith vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Smith, KY by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Smith
Recent reviews for memory care in Smith
The Blake at Kingsport
5.0
The staff is very helpful and friendly. They are very good about communicating with the family about your loved one, and you can call and ask about them any time. The move-in process is smooth, but be ready to produce documents like Medicaid info, living will, driver's license, etc. The meals ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN
5.0
It's a very nice place for someone with dementia, which my aunt had. My uncle died within a week of arriving there and my aunt fell about 2 months later and fractured her hip, so she left there and passed away in a rehab facility post surgery. I really appreciated A Place for Mom's help in ...
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Preston Place Suites in Kingsport, TN
5.0
The staff do an incredible job keeping the community clean, and they really took to our loved one fairly quickly we have not had any problems with their friendliness. They have continued to just go above and beyond for us. The activities director is wonderful, she has many different things going ...
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Smith review score based on 69 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 29 Smith memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Smith 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
Smith review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Smith 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 69 reviews of 29 Smith memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Smith 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.Smith, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Smith memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smith memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smith, 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 Smith 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 Smith that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smith, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.6%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.6%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Smith 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 Smith Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smith, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.6%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smith 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 Smith partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smith, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.6%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.4%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Smith 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 Smith communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smith, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.9%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smith 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 Smith offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smith, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.8%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
31%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Colonial Heights, Brookdale Rock Springs and Preston Place 2 are the top-rated memory care facilities near Smith, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 30 memory care facilities near Smith, Kentucky. See the full list.
The 30 memory care facilities near you in Smith, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Smith, 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 Smith, 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 Smith, Kentucky ranges from $2095 to $9035. The average Memory Care cost in Smith, Kentucky is $4,421. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Smith, Kentucky typically starts at $2095. 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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