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10 Best Nursing Homes in Buskirk, KY

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Buskirk is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 14 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Buskirk, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Buskirk is about $4,093, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 18 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Buskirk, KY

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Last Updated: 9/18/24
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Photo of Dogwood Crossing
66 Photos available
8.8
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9 reviews
8.8
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
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0%
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After touring a few different places, Dogwood Crossing was the only place my step father actually liked and felt like he would be comfortable staying there. The facility is very well kept with a homey feel...
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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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
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11%
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have been very pleased with everything at the Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff Commonwealth! Thank you all! Based on the experience I have had so far, I would definitely recommend this community to...
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.
Offering independent living plus, assisted living and memory care, Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff provides its residents a home that is truly in harmony with nature. Nestled in beautiful surroundings, the senior living community offers a stunning view of the Appalachian Mountains....
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
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.
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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
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Photo of Mountain Valley Rest Home
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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.
Photo of Maple Grove Health Care Ctr
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Buskirk, KY

The average cost of senior living in Buskirk is $4,093 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Salyersville, KY with an average of $2,550 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buskirk, KY vs. nearby cities

Buskirk, KY
$4,093/mo
$4,159/mo
$2,600/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buskirk, KY vs. the state and national average

Buskirk, KY
$4,093/mo
U.S. national average
$4,844/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buskirk vs. other types of senior living

$4,093/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,093/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Buskirk, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,912/mo
Studio
$5,195/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,000/mo

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buskirk

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buskirk

Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff

4.6
My Mother had spent a lot of time at this facility, and she passed on to Heaven here, Mom seemed to like it, and enjoyed her time there, I have several pictures of her at the facility, Celebrating her Birthday, Christmases and other Holidays, and she Always had a Big Smile on her face, and ...
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Dogwood Crossing in Tazewell, VA

4.5
The care they give him. For the most part, they have a good crew taking care of him and them except for a certain two people. Everyone seems to be very friendly and ask if I need anything. They are very hospitable and that is very much appreciated. A couple of my husbands friends went to see him ...
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Buskirk nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buskirk nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buskirk, 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 Buskirk nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Buskirk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buskirk, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.1%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.6%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
21.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
21.4%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buskirk nursing homes

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 Buskirk Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buskirk, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
7.1%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buskirk nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buskirk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buskirk, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buskirk nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buskirk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buskirk, KYNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buskirk nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Buskirk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buskirk, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
7.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
0.4%
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