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9 Best Nursing Homes in Pointer, KY
Pointer 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 9 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Pointer, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Pointer is about $3,987, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 49 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Ellisburg, Geneva and Halls Gap.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Pointer, KY
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9.6
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38 reviews
We chose Highlands Square because of the cleanliness, everything appeared to be in good working order, appropriate staffing activities and protocols. Overall it is a very nice facility for a loved one.
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.
At Highlands Place, our senior living community, we get to know our residents on an individual level so we can offer them personalized services. Our residents engage in a variety of stimulating activities, such as exercise classes, gospel singing, arts and crafts, card and board games, tai chi,...
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The value for the money is great, I think it is a steal for what is provided. The facility has a bright and upbeat atmosphere which is what stuck out most to us during the tour. The best thing about this...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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7.0
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8 reviews
The community is very accommodating with my loved one and getting them situated into the community. The communication is very good with the family and the staff. They recently switched directors and it is...
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.
OverviewBluegrass Senior Living aims to empower residents with the right amount of support, free from the concerns of home upkeep and chores. Instead, residents can enjoy the social benefits of community living with the benefit of top-notch amenities and programs to ensure their future happiness...
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: 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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Cost of nursing homes in Pointer, KY
The average cost of senior living in Pointer is $3,987 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brodhead, KY with an average of $3,497 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pointer, KY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pointer, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Pointer vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Pointer, KY by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Pointer
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Pointer
Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY
5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before.
The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.
Highlands Square in Somerset, KY
5.0
They are very patient. They seem to have a good grasp of my mom's capabilities and shortfalls at this time in her life. It has been a good place for my mom.
Pointer nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pointer nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pointer, 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 Pointer 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 Pointer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Pointer 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 Pointer Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pointer 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 Pointer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pointer 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 Pointer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pointer 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 Pointer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Highlands Square, The Neighborhood of Somerset and Bluegrass Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Pointer, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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