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Assisted living costs in Carson average about $4,822 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 159 communities in Carson. Our detailed directory has 2990 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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This place is wonderful! My aunt has lived here for about a year and a half (maybe closer to 2 years) and loves it. She has made some new and now very dear friends, she loves the staff and they love her....
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.
Parr's at Springhurst in Louisville, Kentucky is an assisted living community with a lot to offer. Louisville is known for providing a high quality of life, having parks around every corner, and welcomes new faces in this tight-knit community. The beautifully landscaped and clean yard is just one...
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.
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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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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 sister is doing very well since her move to this community. They have been excellent, and I'am satisfied with her move here. We really like the staff, they are taking good care of her. They have nice...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Photo of Golden LivingCenter - Camelot
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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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We have only visited him two or three times there, sometimes it seems good and sometimes it seems not so good. I think a lot of that is what is going on with him and the kind of patients they have. They have...
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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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.
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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The staff are very friendly. very helpful, and very caring. They do the best they can do to meet my mother's needs. I chose The Glen because it was in close proximity to my house and it seemed as good as...
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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We are happy with the staff at this community for my brother. He is always taken care of by the staff. The grounds and the rooms are very clean at all times. He is doing great at this community and we would...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The Alois Alzheimer Center was established in 1987 as the first care center in the nation to specialize in working with those with Alzheimer's disease and/or related dementia.  We offer a full continuum of care, from Assisted Living to Nursing Care to End of Life care.  Our four...
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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: Memory Care
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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.
Photo of SEM Haven
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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 Diversacare of Providence
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.

Cost of assisted living in Carson, KY

The average cost of senior living in Carson is $4,822 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carrollton, KY with an average of $3,096 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carson, KY vs. nearby cities

Carson, KY
$4,824/mo
$4,804/mo
$4,881/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carson, KY vs. the state and national average

Carson, KY
$4,824/mo
U.S. national average
$4,626/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carson vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,824/mo
$4,792/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Carson, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,899/mo
Private
$5,025/mo
Studio
$5,105/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,206/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,880/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,921/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Carson over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carson, 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 Carson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Carson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carson

Ashton Grove in Georgetown, KY

4.0
What our family likes the most about the Ashton Grove community is the location and all of [name removed] help that was given. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Rest Assured Senior Living in Amelia, OH

5.0
This community is a good fit and has a positive environment. The staff are taking good care of my uncle. We are also happy with the staff and all they do for my uncle. Communication between our advocate and community is good. If anyone needs senior care, I would recommend them

Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH

3.4
My wife is now the COO so my opinion is biased. She also took care of my mother there for a year and knows what needs improvement. She is actively working to improve everything about the place. Overall, I would say it is better than most places. Certainly better than the ones we toured ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Numerous reviews praise the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Bridgeway Pointe, the staff went above and beyond to provide excellent care for both parents, with one parent requiring assisted living and the other memory care. At Harmony at Anderson, t ...
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Flexible and accommodating community. Several reviews mention the helpfulness and flexibility of communities in accommodating residents' needs. For instance, at Traditions at Hunter Station, staff provided daily visits and activities to help a new resident adjust, while at The Spring House at Louisville, the community director w ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces in different communities. For instance, at The Forum at Brookside, the setting feels like a regular neighborhood, and at The Wellington at North Bend Crossing, my mother's apartment has been her home for over a year, and ...
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Comprehensive and personalized care. Reviews mention the importance of comprehensive care in ensuring residents' well-being. For example, at Sunrise of Louisville, caregivers are kind and good to residents, and the director of caregiver team is helpful with changes in medication. At Legacy Living of Florence, caregivers demonst ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Communication between staff and families is essential in ensuring a positive experience for both parties. For example, at Fields of Florence, although there were some issues with medications and cleanliness, the staff was responsive and kept the family informed. At Dominion of Florence, the ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents often mention the welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere, which contributes to their overall happiness and well-being. For instance, at Barrington of Fort Thomas, the small size of the community and the friendly staff make it feel like a family, while at Magnolia Springs Louis ...
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Carson review score based on 694 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 694 reviews of 146 Carson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carson 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

Carson review score compared against nearby cities

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Carson, KY146 facilities
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Review subcategories for Carson 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 694 reviews of 146 Carson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carson 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.
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Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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4.1
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Carson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carson, 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 Carson 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 Carson 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
52.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.9%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.6%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Carson 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 Carson 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
71.2%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carson 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 Carson 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
46.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.8%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
49.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Carson 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 Carson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
56.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carson 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 Carson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
63.7%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.1%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.6%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.8%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.5%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carson

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 Carson protect seniors.

Learn about Kentucky Assisted Living regulations

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Home Sweet Home Adult Living, Magnolia Springs Louisville and Legacy Living of Florence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carson, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 159 assisted living facilities near Carson, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Carson, Kentucky are Home Sweet Home Adult Living, Magnolia Springs Louisville and Legacy Living of Florence. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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