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Assisted living costs in Ferndale average about $3,790 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 29 communities in Ferndale. Our detailed directory has 350 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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My aunt lives at The Courtyards in Knoxville. Every time I call and talk with her. She goes on about how amazing the food tastes. She says it's homecooked, always fresh and hot, and how amazing the staff is.
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.
We are a secured community that specializes in caring for those with dementia.  Our premises are safe and secure with keypads designed for safe entry and more importantly, safe exits.   We have private and semi-private rooms.  Our rooms are approximately 245 square feet...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Ferndale, KY

The average cost of senior living in Ferndale is $3,790 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hyden, KY with an average of $2,600 per month.

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

Ferndale, KY
$3,790/mo
$3,737/mo

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

Ferndale, KY
$3,790/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,790/mo
$3,790/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,984/mo
Studio
$4,609/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,413/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,513/mo

Senior living costs in Ferndale 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: Ferndale, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFerndale, KYKentuckyU.S.
Assisted Living$3,790/mo$4,364/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,790/mo$4,388/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$2,859/mo$3,290/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Ferndale, KY:$3,790/mo
Kentucky:$4,364/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Ferndale, KY:$3,790/mo
Kentucky:$4,388/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Ferndale, KY:$2,859/mo
Kentucky:$3,290/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ferndale

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ferndale

Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN

5.0
Overall it has been a very positive experience for my Mom at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City. The facility is reasonably clean and the staff is very friendly. I believe the care has and continues to be as well as could be received in any assisted living facility. The meals are provided ...
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BeeHive Homes of Powell in Knoxville, TN

5.0
Awesome!Beehive is just so special. Very clean.Very orderly. So caring. Feels like someone's home. Marjorie says she loves living there and never wants to leave.

Morning Pointe of Powell

3.9
The facilities are beautiful and the activities provided for the residents are top notch. The facility is always clean; however, there is to be weekly cleaning of the resident's apartments which include the bathroom, dusting, and vacuuming, unfortunately I have only experienced the floor being ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and care displayed by community staff members, with one reviewer from The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living commenting on the helpfulness and love shown towards residents. At Wellington Manor Knoxville, the head nurse is mentioned as being outstanding, ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Many reviews mention the importance of activities for residents, with Wellington Manor Knoxville and Trinity Hills of Knoxville noting that the activities offered help keep their loved ones engaged and stimulated. Bingo, singing, arts and crafts, and more are among the popular activities men ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities. Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN notes the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, while Trinity Hills of Knoxville praises the aesthetics of the community and the cleanliness of the dining room a ...
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Personalized care for individual needs. Some reviews mention the importance of personalized care for residents, with Windsor Ridge noting that they chose Windsor Ridge because of the level of care they offered. Trinity Hills of Knoxville also mentions the staff's attention to the specific needs of their loved one.
Thoughtful communication with families. Several reviews mention the importance of clear and consistent communication between families and staff, with TerraBella Morristown and Trinity Hills of Knoxville noting that they feel informed and included in their loved one's care. The staff at Trinity Hills of Knoxville also go above an ...
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Nutritious and tasty meals. Nutritious and enjoyable meals are a priority for many residents, with Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN noting that the meals provided were a factor in their decision to choose Heritage Assisted Living. Wellington Manor Knoxville mentions that their loved one is not fond o ...
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Ferndale review score based on 90 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 28 Ferndale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ferndale 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

Ferndale review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Ferndale, KY28 facilities
7.1
Pineville, KY20 facilities
8.0
Middlesborough, KY42 facilities

Review subcategories for Ferndale 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 90 reviews of 28 Ferndale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ferndale 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.
Ferndale, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Ferndale assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ferndale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale 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 Ferndale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ferndale, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.1%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ferndale 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 Ferndale Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ferndale, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ferndale 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 Ferndale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ferndale, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Ferndale 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 Ferndale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ferndale, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ferndale 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 Ferndale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ferndale, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ferndale

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