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Assisted living costs in Shelbyville average about $4,579 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 151 communities in Shelbyville. Our detailed directory has 2558 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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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, 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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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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I've encouraged friends and family to check this place out before they go anywhere else. The most positive thing I've experience is the staff interaction; they are friendly and very helpful. I'm not there...
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.
Our goal is to treat each client as an individual and ensure that the service plan that we create for them still allows the freedom, respect and dignity that they deserve. We strive to make our facility your home away from home, and to make the transition simple for each client and their family...
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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.
On behalf of the caregivers and support staff of Indian Creek, we thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with 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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Shelbyville, KY

The average cost of senior living in Shelbyville is $4,579 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasureville, KY with an average of $4,190 per month.

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

Shelbyville, KY
$4,579/mo
$4,825/mo

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

Shelbyville, KY
$4,579/mo
U.S. national average
$4,716/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,579/mo
$4,603/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,947/mo
Private
$2,950/mo
Studio
$5,126/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,419/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,087/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Shelbyville 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: Shelbyville, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelbyville, KYKentuckyU.S.
Assisted Living$4,579/mo$4,379/mo$4,716/mo
Memory Care$4,603/mo$4,404/mo$4,970/mo
Independent Living$3,955/mo$3,303/mo$4,173/mo
Assisted Living
Shelbyville, KY:$4,579/mo
Kentucky:$4,379/mo
U.S.:$4,716/mo
Memory Care
Shelbyville, KY:$4,603/mo
Kentucky:$4,404/mo
U.S.:$4,970/mo
Independent Living
Shelbyville, KY:$3,955/mo
Kentucky:$3,303/mo
U.S.:$4,173/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shelbyville, KY, over time

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

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Assisted living cost trends in Shelbyville, KY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shelbyville 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 median 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shelbyville, KY$4,642/mo$4,686/mo-0.9%
Kentucky$4,416/mo$4,381/mo+0.8%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Shelbyville, KY
2024 average cost:$4,642/mo
2023 average cost:$4,686/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$4,416/mo
2023 average cost:$4,381/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shelbyville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelbyville

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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Crescent Place Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.5
Most people were very friendly, others not so much. Laundry often was not picked up, and/or returned. Same with trash. Cleaning was minimal. Meals were not good. Too salty. Not enough salads, fruit & veggies.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the exceptional care and attention given by staff members at various communities, such as Dominion of Frankfort and Symphony of Valley Farms, where they go above and beyond to ensure residents' well-being and make families feel welcome.
Wide variety of activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at different communities, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, as highlighted in reviews for Creekside on Whipps Mill Road, Vitality Living Springdale, and Symphony of Valley Farms.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces, as noted in reviews for Symphony of Valley Farms, Belmont Village St. Matthews, and StoryPoint Northfield.
Frequent communication with families. Communication is a priority for many communities, with staff members regularly updating families on residents' care and progress, as mentioned in reviews for Meadowthorpe Assisted Living and Memory Care, StoryPoint Prospect, and Arcadia Louisville.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with communities like The Pointe at Brookside, StoryPoint Prospect, and Arcadia Louisville catering to individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Secure and safe environment. Reviews consistently express appreciation for the security measures in place, giving both residents and their families peace of mind, as noted in reviews for Traditions at Beaumont, Sunrise of Louisville, and Creekside on Bardstown.
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Shelbyville review score based on 599 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 599 reviews of 139 Shelbyville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelbyville 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

Shelbyville review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Shelbyville, KY139 facilities
8.2
Simpsonville, KY10 facilities
8.4
Eminence, KY7 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelbyville 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 599 reviews of 139 Shelbyville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shelbyville 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.
Shelbyville, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.7
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.6
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Shelbyville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelbyville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.6%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.5%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.2%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.9%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.8%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.4%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.9%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
46.8%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.5%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.3%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
51.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
59.7%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.6%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.9%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.9%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.6%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
59.7%
47%
Dances
Dances
39.6%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.7%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelbyville

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

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Hometown Manor Assisted Living Memory Care Community of Shelbyville, Magnolia Springs Lexington and Magnolia Springs Louisville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelbyville, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 151 assisted living facilities near Shelbyville, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelbyville, Kentucky are Magnolia Springs Lexington, Magnolia Springs Louisville and The Ashton on Dorsey. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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