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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Birmingham, KY
Assisted living costs in Birmingham average about $3,270 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 46 communities in Birmingham. Our detailed directory has 94 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Almo, Benton and Grand Rivers.
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We loved everything about the facility, especially the people. We were welcomed by genuine and friendly staff who were willing to accommodate our needs and concerns. The food was good and we loved the...
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.
Brookdale Senior Living-Murray, KYWe say YES!We are an award-winning assisted living community serving seniors in Murray, Kentucky. We are located just a few minutes south of downtown, which provides our residents with easy access to shopping and dining venues. Our residents also enjoy attending...
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All 8 get the top rating. My sister raves about the food and how they take care of her needs. Her pension from the University covers the cost. It is just a great clean facility with good people working...
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.
Exceptional Senior Living at Rivercrest PlaceIt’s time to upgrade your senior living, trading the worries and stress that come with home ownership for the relaxed retirement lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. And we have just the place to do it at Rivercrest Place.We offer assisted living...
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A few months ago I began searching for assisted living for mother. After touring and visiting facilities, I can say that [name removed] was the absolute best at helping me decide the level of care for mom...
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.
Located in the Lone Oak area of Paducah, The Neighborhood at Paducah offers assisted living services in a gracious home-like setting. In addition to a variety of apartment styles in assisted living, we offer secure memory support services in apartments specifically built with the needs of our...
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We had a great experience and would do it again. Even though we didn't stay long due to mom's passing, it was still exactly what we needed.
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.
Designated in the 'Top Ten Places to Retire' in 'Where to Retire' magazine, the heart of the resort and retirement area of Kentucky Lake is the home of Charter Senior Living of Paris. Newly renovated in 2023, Charter Senior Living focuses on the whole person and offers excellent value. We are...
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I'm so glad my sister was able to find a place where she could be happy and satisfied. After a stroke, she she was unable to live alone. She was surprised, bewildered, and anxious about the future. 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.
Located in the heart of beautiful western Kentucky, Morningside of Mayfield provides a home-like atmosphere and family feel. We understand the uniqueness of each resident and promote continued independence through individualized service plans which address the physical, spiritual,...
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The facility is located in a great area and close to family. Staff are EXCELLENT! I would highly recommend The Neighborhood at Hopkinsville.
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.
Located in the rolling farm country of Christian County, The Neighborhood at Hopkinsville, a Phoenix Senior Living community has provided an excellent value in senior assisted living services since 1999. A vibrant community, The Neighborhood has become a trusted senior living resource. Our...
Gaither Suites At West Park Assisted Living and Personal Care Home
4960 Village Square Dr, Paducah, KY 42001Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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My loved one is currently a resident at Gaither Suites At West Park and overall her experience at this facility has been very good. I appreciate the staff's timeliness in responding to questions or concerns....
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.
Gaither Suites at West Park is the only residential care home that offers both state license personal care and certified assisted living in Paducah KY.Single-story residential settingPrivate full baths and kitchenettesAll utilities, including basic cable TVDelicious meals served in the elegant...
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The staff is so friendly and down to earth. You can tell they truly love working there. They always have activities and outings planned. There is something to do for everyone. They especially seem to go...
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.
The Independence of Home ~ The Care of FamilyThe Lakes of Paducah Assisted Living is a locally-owned and operated community of 42 apartments located on a beautiful 200 acre campus. We are fully licensed in the state of Kentucky as an Assisted Living Community, providing ADL & IADL...
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They were very compassionate with her situation. It was a dramatic change for her dealing with a recent stroke and having to move all the way from southern Texas. It took a lot of patience as at first she...
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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Eiffel Gardens is a beautiful community. My aunt is doing good since moving in. They offer a lot of activities and while she does not participate in them yet I am hoping that will change once she settles in...
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.
At Eiffel Gardens, assisted living by Americare, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Families throughout Paris County have trusted us for quality assisted living for years, and for good reason - 94% of...
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I can not say enough about how great the entire staff is. They have gone out of their way to make you comfortable . We have good communication with the staff. They keep the community very clean. The door to...
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.
If you agree that being active and independent are vital to a healthy and productive lifestyle, then we invite you to look at Oak Ridge Senior Living! Located in Madisonville, KY, Oak Ridge is a place where residents enjoy all the amenities of home — comfort, companionship, convenience and...
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My loved one was previously a resident at River's Bend Retirement Community and overall his experience at this facility was good. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The care services were okay....
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.
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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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.
Southern Grace Assisted Living Home is a home away from home for those seniors who are in need of a helping hand living through their golden years.As an assisted living home, we offer assistance with the normal activities of daily living such as cooking, laundry and bathing. We provide 24 hour...
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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.
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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.
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.
We at Charter Senior Living of Paducah opened July of 2023. The leadership team in Paducah has over 131 years combined experience in senior care. We won the McCracken County People's Choice Award for Best Assisted Living Community. We are nestled into the corner of New Holt Rd and Nth Friendship....
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They took very good care of my father at New Haven Assisted Living, and they advocated for him when he had challenges. There was one employee that got a little too friendly with him and gave him her...
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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.
Located in the beautiful town of Marion in Kentucky, New Haven Assisted Living is the best choice as the new home for your loved one. Known for our home-like atmosphere and high staff to resident ratio, we pride ourselves on offering the best possible care and attention for your family member. ...
Cost of assisted living in Birmingham, KY
The average cost of senior living in Birmingham is $3,270 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kuttawa, KY with an average of $2,845 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Birmingham, KY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Birmingham, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Birmingham vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Birmingham, KY by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Birmingham, KY
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VA benefits in Kentucky
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Medicare and Medicaid in Kentucky
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What families are saying about assisted living in Birmingham
Recent reviews for assisted living in Birmingham
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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Brookdale Murray
5.0
I fell in love with this place the first time I came in to talk with the sales director! Very kind and caring staff! I have had my family here a little over a month and every need has been met! The director is always involved and always smiling! The assistant director is always greeting everyone ...
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The Bungalows at Mayfield
4.6
It's been good so far my mom is doing good there. They keep her fed and gives her activities to do there is always something going on there.
Birmingham review score based on 45 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 45 reviews of 38 Birmingham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Birmingham 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
Birmingham review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Birmingham 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 45 reviews of 38 Birmingham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Birmingham 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.Birmingham, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
4.5
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Value for cost*
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Birmingham assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Birmingham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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
10.5%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.9%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.3%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.8%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Birmingham 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 Birmingham Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.6%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.1%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.1%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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
5.3%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.2%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Birmingham 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 Birmingham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.9%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.7%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.9%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Birmingham 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 Birmingham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.2%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.2%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.9%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.9%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.3%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.6%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
26.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
13.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Birmingham
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kentucky assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Birmingham protect seniors.
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Brookdale Murray, Rivercrest Place and The Neighborhood at Paducah are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Birmingham, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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