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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bardstown, KY
The cost of independent living in Bardstown is about $3,145 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 161 options. Read 1750 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Elizabethtown, Mount Washington and Shepherdsville.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We live out of town but our family who lives in town and close to the community say the people there are very sweet, and since our loved one has moved in she has felt right at home. We would absolutely...
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.
Quality service with a commitment to excellence, that is Bee Hive Homes! Bee Hive Homes feature family style living in a residential setting for those who do not require full time skilled nursing care. The Bee Hive home is a planned environment, allowing for ten to fourteen residents to enjoy a...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Here Falcon crest we offer spacious 1,2,and 3 bedroom apartment homes as well as 2 bedroom condos and patio homes. All apartments have washer/dryer connections,and fully equipped kitchens. Our amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, clubhouse,private cinema, pool,playground,and 24-hour...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Towne Commons is a senior housing community and residence that is located in a picturesque section of Elizabethtown, Hardin County, KY. Our location is in a safe and secure area. This is a wonderful place to live and to meet new people. With plenty of space in each apartment to host family...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Buffalo School Apartments is a senior, 55 and over, housing community located in the small town of Buffalo, KY. The community itself is located in an old schoolhouse that has been transformed into a comfortable senior housing community. Buffalo is a unique city, an unincorporated city, with a low...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Brookstone Senior is a newly constructed affordable senior apartments community located in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. The complex has been designed for residents 55 and older. You can join a community where everybody has fun and looks out for each other. Brookstone Senior is located...
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It has been a nice experience so far for us with this community. The apartments look very nice. The staff is great, they are quick to respond to my concerns. The community looks very well maintained. My only...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Louisville, Jefferson County, KY is home to Overlook Terraces - a senior housing community with some of the most spectacular hilltop views to be found in the area. Here, a gorgeous home at an affordable price is combined with a prime location just minutes from downtown Louisville. Overlook...
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Woods of Glen Hill Manor is a housing apartment for seniors in quiet and beautiful neighborhood in Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky. Woods of Glen Hill Manor is surrounded by gorgeous landscaping of mature trees with plenty of room to relax and breathe. Our community is convenient to many...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shelby House is located in the robust country town of Shelbyville, Shelby County, Kentucky. This green and splendid little town is full of country style charm and horse farmers along the way. There are marvelous places to eat and see in Shelbyville and it is a quiet reserved town with southern...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The South Shelby House is a senior apartment living complex located in Shelbyville, Shelby County, KY. The community itself is located right next to a hospital and just down the road from Clear Creek and driving distance of Shelby Lake. A large park offers views of Shelby Lake and beautiful and...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
North Shelby House is a senior housing development located in Shelbyville, Shelby County, Kentucky. Shelbyville is a quiet agricultural community with easy access to Interstate 64. The town has a rich history dating back to the civil war and has many historic buildings located in the downtown...
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The bright, inviting and entertaining Elmtree Apartments are senior housing centrally located in Perryville, KY in western Boyle County. After 55, you want to sit back and enjoy life with friends, forget about the maintenance of yards, homes and the many other responsibilities that come along...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, Nursing Homes
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.
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
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
At The Altenheim, you will find many values and traditions associated with living at home. Our residents consider The Altenheim to be a small community with a big heart. We are a full service retirement home, providing each resident with the individualized care and services he or she needs. In...
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cost of independent living in Bardstown, KY
The average cost of senior living in Bardstown is $3,145 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Loretto, KY with an average of $2,217 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bardstown, KY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bardstown, KY vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Bardstown
Recent reviews for independent living in Bardstown
The Homeplace at Midway
4.2
My loved one has been very happy at The Homeplace.
I would recommend others look into this community for their loved ones.
I like that the community is broken into different buildings with different care levels on the nice campus. They are a family oriented community.
Village Crossing Retirement Resort in Louisville, KY
5.0
I chose Lake Forest Village because of all of the things above that are 5's. I looked at others and none of them even compared. Everything is all inclusive here, there are no extra charges for anything. The food is amazing, I would give it a 6 out of 5. I would recommend them to others looking.
Bennett Place in New Albany, IN
4.9
I sensed a real concern by the staff for the people under their care. While there may have been internal (employee/employer) issues, as there may be in any work environment, it never manifested itself in my presence. In my opinion, employees are acting professionally in that regard.
As for the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Wide range of activities to suit various interests. Many reviews mention the diverse range of activities offered in communities, catering to different hobbies and preferences. At StoryPoint Louisville East, residents enjoy activities like bingo, movies, bowling, and singing, while others, such as Village Crossing Retirement Resort, offer beac ...
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Friendly and helpful staff members. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the kind and caring nature of the staff in senior living communities. At StoryPoint Middletown, staff members are praised for their willingness to help and their warm personality, while in StoryPoint Louisville East, one resident mentions that they a ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of various aspects of the communities, including private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. At StoryPoint Middletown, the living quarters are described as bright and clean, while Village Crossing Retirement Resort notes that the g ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Residents often comment on the quality of the meals and dining experiences at their communities. At StoryPoint Middletown, the staff is praised for providing excellent food and large portions, while Traditions at Beaumont mentions that breakfast is always really good and that they look forwa ...
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Secure and caring environment. Several reviews mention the feeling of security and safety in their communities, with staff members ensuring the well-being of their residents. In StoryPoint Louisville South, one resident felt that they were treated as a person, not a number, and in StoryPoint Middletown, another resident e ...
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Convenient location with easy access to amenities. Many reviews highlight the convenient location of their communities, making it simple for residents to access essential services and amenities. At StoryPoint Middletown, the proximity to hospitals, grocery stores, and doctor's offices is mentioned, while Village Crossing Retirement Resort no ...
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Bardstown independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bardstown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bardstown, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bardstown independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bardstown 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
22.4%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Bardstown independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bardstown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
32.2%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bardstown independent 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 independent living communities in Bardstown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.3%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.9%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and Sunrise of Louisville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bardstown, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 161 independent living facilities near Bardstown, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bardstown, Kentucky are StoryPoint Middletown, Magnolia Springs Louisville and Sunrise of Louisville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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