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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dorton Branch, KY
Dorton Branch 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 54 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dorton Branch, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dorton Branch is about $3,331, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 155 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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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.
“Elegant Senior Living” is more than just a phrase; at The Flats of Norris it is a concept to a way of life that intertwines with every part of daily life for our residents, their families, and our staff. Elegant Senior Living is a process that enhances the physical, social, mental, and...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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 our team of caregivers and support staff, 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 resident’s...
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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Cost of nursing homes in Dorton Branch, KY
The average cost of senior living in Dorton Branch is $3,331 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Williamsburg, KY with an average of $2,595 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dorton Branch, KY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dorton Branch, KY vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dorton Branch, KY by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dorton Branch
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dorton Branch
Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City
5.0
My loved one lives here and it's wonderful! So much better and more affordable than his last facility. The people here are wonderful. The nurses are so kind and helpful. They have a lot of activities and the residents are interactive. The staff encourages them to be. The memory care unit is a ...
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Wellington Manor Knoxville
5.0
My father was welcomed here with open arms after his wife past away! They treat you like family here! They have so much compassion for the elderly here! The activities are engaging, fun and stimulating for your loved one and they adapt each activity if needed. The nursing staff is prompt, kind ...
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Regency Retirement Village - Morristown
4.1
A 3 week stay at the facility in a 1 bedroom apartment that included a stove and refrigerator has reinforced my decision to relocate here. A major disappoint was lack of activities geared to independent residents but having my own vehicle should allow involvement in offerings by other venues in ...
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Dorton Branch nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorton Branch nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorton Branch, 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 Dorton Branch 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 Dorton Branch that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorton Branch, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.1%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dorton Branch 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 Dorton Branch Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorton Branch, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10.7%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorton Branch 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 Dorton Branch partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorton Branch, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorton Branch 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 Dorton Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorton Branch, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorton Branch 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 Dorton Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorton Branch, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
3.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wellington Manor Knoxville, Charter Senior Living of Jefferson City and TerraBella Morristown are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dorton Branch, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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