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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Colby, KY

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Assisted living costs in Colby average about $5,808 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 62 communities in Colby. Our detailed directory has 977 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Lexington, Richmond and Mount Sterling.

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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Last Updated: 9/25/26
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of SHADY LAWN LLC
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Martin's Rest Home Inc
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Colby, KY

The average cost of senior living in Colby is $5,808 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Sterling, KY with an average of $4,315 per month.

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

Colby, KY
$5,808/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,808/mo
$6,902/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,036/mo
Studio
$4,704/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,551/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,905/mo

Senior living costs in Colby 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: Colby, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColby, KYKentuckyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,808/mo$4,886/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,902/mo$6,155/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,401/mo$3,031/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Colby, KY:$5,808/mo
Kentucky:$4,886/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Colby, KY:$6,902/mo
Kentucky:$6,155/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Colby, KY:$3,401/mo
Kentucky:$3,031/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Colby, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Colby 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.

Colby, KYKY stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Colby, KY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Colby 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 average 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
Colby, KY$4,847/mo$4,727/mo+2.5%
Kentucky$4,619/mo$4,581/mo+0.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Colby, KY
2024 average cost:$4,847/mo
2023 average cost:$4,727/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$4,619/mo
2023 average cost:$4,581/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Colby, 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 Colby.

What families are saying about assisted living in Colby

Recent reviews for assisted living in Colby

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.

Morning Pointe of Lexington-East

5.0
I would like to thank the staff and the management for their hard work and compassionate care of my mother. It is never easy to trust someone else to care for your loved ones. They try very hard to make my mother feel at home, make her smile, and tailor her experience to meet her specific ...
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Friendship Towers Assisted Living in Lexington, KY

5.0
It was the best fit for my mother, the physical layout, the activities available, the friendly and caring people, easy communication access, it is close to my home, within our budget. I would recommend to others.

Colby review score based on 187 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 187 reviews of 62 Colby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Colby 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

Colby review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Colby, KY62 facilities
8.7
Mount Sterling, KY53 facilities
8.6
Lexington, KY63 facilities

Review subcategories for Colby 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 187 reviews of 62 Colby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Colby 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.
Colby, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.4
Friendliness
3.7
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.6
3.4
Meals & dining
3.4
3.1
Activities
3.3
3.1
Value for cost*
3.3
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Colby assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Colby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Colby, 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 Colby 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 Colby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Colby, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.7%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Colby 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 Colby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Colby, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Colby 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 Colby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Colby, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Colby 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 Colby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Colby, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.6%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Colby 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 Colby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Colby, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.3%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Colby

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 Colby protect seniors.
Learn about Kentucky assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Boonesboro Trail Senior Living, Rose Mary C. Brooks Place a CCRC and Magnolia Springs Lexington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Colby, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 62 assisted living facilities near Colby, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Colby, Kentucky are Magnolia Springs Lexington and Richmond Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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