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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Barlow, KY

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Assisted living costs in Barlow average about $3,765 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 49 communities in Barlow. Our detailed directory has 234 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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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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.
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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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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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, 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.
At The Etheridge House, assisted living by Americare in Union City, TN, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do.When you visit The Etheridge House, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive...
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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.
Experience exceptional care in a warm, home-like environment. Our mission is to provide a fulfilling and safe life for your loved ones, with personalized attention and specialized memory care.At Century Assisted Living, our specialization in memory care is one feature that sets us apart from...
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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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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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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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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.
Photo of The Voyage
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.
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.
Photo of Hickory Woods
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Barlow, KY

The average cost of senior living in Barlow is $3,765 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hardin, KY with an average of $3,121 per month.

Assisted living costs in Barlow, KY, vs. nearby cities

Barlow, KY
$3,765/mo
$3,954/mo
$4,229/mo

Assisted living costs in Barlow, KY, vs. state and national averages

Barlow, KY
$3,765/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Barlow, KY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,765/mo
$3,765/mo

Assisted living costs in Barlow, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,430/mo
Studio
$4,547/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,119/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,152/mo

Senior living costs in Barlow 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: Barlow, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarlow, KYKentuckyU.S.
Assisted Living$3,765/mo$4,364/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,765/mo$4,388/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,581/mo$3,290/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Barlow, KY:$3,765/mo
Kentucky:$4,364/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Barlow, KY:$3,765/mo
Kentucky:$4,388/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Barlow, KY:$3,581/mo
Kentucky:$3,290/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Barlow, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Barlow and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Barlow, KY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Barlow have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Barlow, KY$4,270/mo$3,781/mo+12.9%
Kentucky$4,346/mo$3,751/mo+15.8%
National$5,061/mo$4,708/mo+7.5%
Barlow, KY
2024 average cost:$4,270/mo
2023 average cost:$3,781/mo
Percent change:+12.9%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$4,346/mo
2023 average cost:$3,751/mo
Percent change:+15.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,061/mo
2023 average cost:$4,708/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Barlow, KY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Barlow.

What families are saying about assisted living in Barlow

Recent reviews for assisted living in Barlow

Country Place in Scott City, MO

4.1
My mom has been at this facility now for about 3 months. She was really struggling with her mobility when she first arrived. Currently, she and her friends walk the property about 4 times per day, and no longer needs her cane. In fact, she is now known as the twirling lady, as she twirls her ...
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Lutheran Home Assisted Living in Cape Girardeau, MO

4.6
The only reason I scored a 2 on number 8 is that we have to be on self pay due to mom signing over our home, her asset, only a little over a year before she came down with dementia. The over [amount removed] bill each month is causing us to have to sell our home. But, other than the cost, I am ...
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The Neighborhood at Paducah

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate caregivers and staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as The Neighborhood at Paducah, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, and The Landings at Reed Station Crossing, where caregivers go above and beyond to ensure residents are well taken care of and tr ...
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Well-balanced activities and social opportunities. Reviews mention the importance of engaging activities in assisted living communities, with many residents enjoying a variety of offerings at places like Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, The Lakes of Paducah, and Rivercrest Place Assisted Living. Activities, such as live music, arts and crafts ...
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Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Quality meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities, as evidenced by reviews for Country Place, Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, and The Landings at Reed Station Crossing, where individual meal preferences and dietary restrictions are accommoda ...
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Consistently clean and well-maintained living spaces. Residents and their families frequently mention the importance of a clean and well-maintained environment in their communities, with Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, Fifth Season Residential, and Lutheran Home Assisted Living receiving praise for their attention to cleanliness and upkeep.
Friendly and supportive staff communication. Open and frequent communication between staff and families is valued in many communities, as described in reviews for Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, and The Neighborhood at Paducah, where families are kept informed and feel confident in their loved ones' ca ...
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Flexible and accommodating facilities. Reviews express appreciation for communities that offer flexible and accommodating services, like The Landings at Reed Station Crossing, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, and Fifth Season Residential, which allow residents to personalize their living spaces and adjust to changing care needs.
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Barlow review score based on 78 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 78 reviews of 43 Barlow assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barlow review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Barlow review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Barlow, KY43 facilities
8.0
La Center, KY7 facilities
8.0
Wickliffe, KY6 facilities

Review subcategories for Barlow assisted living

When assisted living 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 78 reviews of 43 Barlow assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Barlow resident and family assisted living 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.
Barlow, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.6
4.2
Care services
4.5
3.8
Staff
4.5
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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Barlow assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barlow assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barlow, 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 Barlow assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Barlow that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barlow, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20.9%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.8%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Barlow assisted living

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 Barlow Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barlow, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barlow assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Barlow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barlow, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.2%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Barlow assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Barlow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barlow, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
16.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barlow assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Barlow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barlow, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
44.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Barlow

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Barlow protect seniors.
Learn about Kentucky assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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