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The cost of independent living in Nelson is about $3,502 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 68 options. Read 219 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.

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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.
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...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Nelson, KY

The average cost of senior living in Nelson is $3,502 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Central City, KY with an average of $3,063 per month.

Independent living costs in Nelson, KY, vs. nearby cities

Nelson, KY
$3,502/mo
$3,408/mo

Independent living costs in Nelson, KY, vs. state and national averages

Nelson, KY
$3,502/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Nelson, KY, vs. other senior living options

$4,043/mo
Independent Living
$3,502/mo

Independent living costs in Nelson, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,348/mo
Studio
$4,421/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,189/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,570/mo

Senior living costs in Nelson 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: Nelson, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNelson, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,502/mo$3,290/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,000/mo$4,364/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,043/mo$4,388/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Nelson, KY:$3,502/mo
Kentucky:$3,290/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Nelson, KY:$4,000/mo
Kentucky:$4,364/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Nelson, KY:$4,043/mo
Kentucky:$4,388/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Nelson

Recent reviews for independent living in Nelson

Heritage Woods of Newburgh

5.0
They helped without it feeling like it to the residents. Everyone was happy and alive!! Employees enjoyed their job.

Village Manor in Bowling Green, KY

5.0
My loved one has had a turn around since being here. They people are so friendly. She feels part of a community now. It has made all the difference in the world for her attitude and stability and ability to find joy. She doesn't feel alone and feels much safer.

Colonial Assisted Living Henderson

4.5
They do not know much about to to manage my loved ones medications such as the dosages or timing so I think they could use some more training on that. Other than that things are going well. The everyday staff have been very friendly and helpful. They try really hard on the activities and have a ...
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Nelson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nelson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nelson, 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 Nelson 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 Nelson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nelson, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Nelson 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 Nelson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nelson, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nelson 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 Nelson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nelson, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.3%
46.4%
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