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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Waco, KY
Memory care in Waco 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 Waco is about $4,217 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 70 communities, read 765 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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I like the care from the community for my father. They staff have improvment alot. This is a clean community and he enjoys the grounds. The menu is very good and alot of choices. They have a nice variety of...
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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.
With its vibrant culture, strong sense of community, and famous hospitality, Lexington is the perfect place for a health campus dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. At The Willows, we are proud to offer our residents regular opportunities to explore the history, culture, and flavors...
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The Lantern has an honest and trustworthy staff. I really respect the nurses, administration, and staff. [Removed], the maintenance guy, was very personable and took up with my dad immediately. I do think...
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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.
Conveniently located at 225 Ruccio Way adjacent to Morning Pointe of Lexington Senior Living off of Reynolds Road and near Fayette Mall, The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Lexington is a single-level, state-of-the-art Alzheimer's Center of Excellence specially designed for seniors with dementia and...
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I would recommend the community. The best part of the community is they take care of my loved one, this allows us to be family. There is nothing at this time that I would change about the community.
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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.
Conveniently located next to Homewood Suites and across the street from Meijers Department Store in Lexington, Kentucky, Morning Pointe of Lexington is a a single-level, state-of-the-art Senior Living Community on 5.11 acres. At Morning Pointe you will find assistance with medication,...
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This facility made the best out of a bad situation, The were so caring, compationate, and took good care of my loved one. The communication was good they kept us well informed. I would recommend this...
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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.
Lexington Country Place, located adjacent to The Lafayette, features the comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality and service. Our Nursing Care Center is the choice for seniors requiring post-hospital and post-surgical care and for those who have more...
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The most excellent place ever!! Great staff, great food, Great facility. The food variety was really nice and you could request them to make something else if you did like what they were serving I...
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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.
Home to friendly people, a vibrant culture, and miles of verdant hills lined with perfect white fences, Lexington is a city known all over the world for its horses and its hospitality. It’s also the perfect place for a health campus dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. Those that...
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We moved our mother from a luxury senior living community in Lexington, KY to Parkview Manor in Danville, where we now live, after she needed more skilled care than an independent community could offer. At...
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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.
Anyone who isn't able to deal with the huge variety tasks involved in daily life can benefit from taking residence at Parkview Manor assisted living homes. This assisted living community offers a variety of different living accommodations for those with or without medical problems. Regardless of...
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Felt right from the start! My dad needed extra help with his medications and with bathing. He wasn't eating very well at home and forgot to take his pills often. Morning Pointe has a nurse to give his pills...
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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.
Morning Pointe Senior Living The goal of Morning Pointe Assisted Living, Senior Living and The Lantern Alzheimer's Center of Excellence every day is to create Meaningful Days for the seniors we serve. Our mission is to be the provider of choice, offering exceptional and comprehensive quality...
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This facility is great and very clean. Staff is very nice and helpful. Everyone has a smile on their face. They have a screened in porch and it just feels like home. The food is ok, but they could improve...
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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 management at this community are very well trained. They all help in the community with the rest of the caregiving staff. The staff are nice and helpful. They offer a variety of daily activities. The...
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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.
Cedar Ridge Health Campus is located in Cynthiana, KY, along the banks of the South Licking River. We offer the comforts of a small town atmosphere, along with the convenience of being close to major cities such as Lexington, KY and Cincinnati, OH. Residents can enjoy the town's strong emphasis...
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Very clean, exceptional staff. Great home cooked meal. I could not be happier with the care my mother receives at Cave Run. Truly a family environment.
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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 loved one was previously a resident at Hometown Manor Assisted Living of Georgetown and everything was wonderful for her at this facility. It was a great experience! The staff and care services were...
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
Conveniently located in East Central Kentucky, our 26 bed facility offers person-centered memory care with individualized support in daily activities. We provide private and semi-private living quarters, open community and dining areas, as well as quiet areas for relaxation or visiting with...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 Waco, KY
The average cost of senior living in Waco is $4,217 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Frenchburg, KY with an average of $3,266 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waco, KY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Waco
Recent reviews for memory care in Waco
Cedarhurst of Beaumont in Lexington, KY
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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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Morning Pointe of Danville
5.0
Our first choice! We just experienced the difficulty decision to place my mother in Senior home. It was so very hard, but Morning Pointe made this process very easy. We are very satisfied with the care she is receiving. I am amazed at the care and compassion that all the staff shows! My mother ...
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Windsor Gardens of Georgetown
4.9
We looked at other facilities and Windsor Gardens of Georgetown was just the best. We love the staff! They are very attentive and friendly. The facility overall is just fantastic. My dad has loved it here from day 1.
Waco review score based on 159 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 63 Waco memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Waco 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
Waco review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Waco 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 159 reviews of 63 Waco memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waco 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.Waco, KY averageNational average
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Waco memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waco memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waco, 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 Waco 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 Waco 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.4%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waco 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 Waco 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
50.8%
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.3%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waco 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 Waco 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
20.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Waco 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 Waco communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waco 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 Waco offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.6%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
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47.7%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Richmond Place, McDowell Place of Danville and Cedarhurst of Nicholasville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waco, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 70 memory care facilities near Waco, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Waco, Kentucky is Magnolia Springs Lexington. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 70 memory care facilities near you in Waco, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waco, 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 Waco, 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 Waco, Kentucky ranges from $1134 to $9175. The average Memory Care cost in Waco, Kentucky is $4,217. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Waco, Kentucky typically starts at $1134. 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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