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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mercer, KY
Assisted living costs in Mercer average about $3,689 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 51 communities in Mercer. Our detailed directory has 130 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 Madisonville, Morgantown and Beaver Dam.
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Owensboro Center is an award-winning community offering senior care services in a warm and welcoming environment. Our community is tranquil and peaceful while offering quick access to all that the metropolitan area of Owensboro has to offer. Our staff takes care of all the necessities of...
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My mother presents a problem occasionally, and the caregivers are always polite and caring and inform me of what's going on. And the Administrator goes beyond to make sure the residents are clean, dressed...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Carriage Hall Assisted Living is a senior residential care home that is located in the home rule-class city of Hopkinsville, KY and in Christian county. Hopkinsville is just a short drive to the large land between the lake NRA and the Golden Pond. It is also home to the Hopkinsville Christian...
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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.
Our concept is less people, more space and more services. We also want to provide a measure of security that will assure the contentment of knowing someone is near and that someone cares.We offer large suites with king size beds, complete kitchen, three closets and large handicap accessible...
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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.
If you are looking for affordable personalized care in a peaceful and welcoming environment, make Edmonson Center your next home. Edmonson Center is a Genesis senior living community located in downtown Brownsville, we are minutes away from Mammoth Cave National Park, the world's longest known...
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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 Mercer, KY
The average cost of senior living in Mercer is $3,689 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mortons Gap, KY with an average of $3,703 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mercer, KY vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mercer, KY
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What families are saying about assisted living in Mercer
Recent reviews for assisted living in Mercer
Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green
5.0
[name removed] really lives it at Charter. She has lots of Friends and this is her first time living on her own. She is thriving.
[name removed] can't stand or walk without a walker. She has fall a few times and they have a necklace to wear with a button that calls the staff. All have been so ...
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Cardinal Landing Memory Care in Bowling Green, KY
5.0
I highly recommend Cardinal Landing Memory Care to others. The facility has a homey feel because it seems as though everyone is a family there. The place is exceptionally clean and everyone, director to cleaning staff, are friendly and attentive to the residents.
Hometown Manor of Russellville
5.0
In the bustling rhythm of our daily lives, we often find ourselves in a whirlwind of responsibilities and commitments. Amidst this, some unsung heroes bring peace and stability to our world – the dedicated team at Hometown Manor, where my father resides in assisted living.
I want to take a ...
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Mercer review score based on 54 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 42 Mercer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Mercer 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
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Review subcategories for Mercer 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 54 reviews of 42 Mercer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mercer 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.Mercer, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Mercer assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer, 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 Mercer 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 Mercer 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
19%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer 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 Mercer 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%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer 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 Mercer 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
11.9%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer 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 Mercer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
23.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.9%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer 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 Mercer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
26.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mercer
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 Mercer protect seniors.
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The Bungalows at Bowling Green, Cardinal Landing Memory Care and Charter Senior Living of Bowling Green are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mercer, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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