Located between Lake Cumberland and Daniel Boone National Forest, Somerset, KY, hosts 5 assisted living residences for seniors who need help with daily tasks. Surrounding areas contribute another 4 retirement choices. As assisted living costs about $5,188 in 2024 in Somerset, seniors in the city pay considerably more than Kentucky's $4,335 median for this type of care. However, they pay slightly less than the nation's typical rate of $5,350.
Read 16 reviews reviews of Somerset's assisted living communities in our directory below. Providers earn an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
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225 Norfleet Dr, Somerset, KY 42501
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I didn't see anything at Highland Square that I didn't like. Everything that I saw was clean. They were friendly. The rooms were perfect. It was great. If that was a choice, that would be a good place to pick. We went kind of early and they were eati..."
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100 Neighborly Way, Somerset, KY 42503
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Our experience with The Neighborhood of Somerset was very good. The staff during the tour was very helpful. The facility was very nice. It's a very good location. The apartments were very pleasant and had a nice interior. They have games, outside act..."
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145 Tower Cir Drive, Somerset, KY 42503
4.6
(3 reviews)
"There wasn't anything that I disliked about Bluegrass Senior Living. They were very nice, clean, and very well maintained. The staff was very nice and very informative. They were just like studio rooms that I looked at. It was very warm and cozy. The..."
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235 South Richardson Drive, Somerset, KY 42501
3.5
(2 reviews)
"I have family at The Crestview Personal Care/Assisted Living. The Crestview is actually two separate buildings. There is a personal care facility and an assisted living facility. There is no skilled nursing facility available at The Crestview. The ..."
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200 Norfleet Drive, Somerset, KY 42501
3.0
(1 reviews)
"I went to visit a friend that was in Sunrise Manor. When I first walked in there was a smell that was so strong and bold that would knock you down. I was amazed that they was not doing something to help the smell. I have vivited other nursing homes ..."
READ MORE1930 Highway 90, Parkers Lake, KY 42634
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220 Worsham Ln, Monticello, KY 42633
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70 Cumberland Ct, Monticello, KY 42633
"Monticello Senior Apartments is located in Monticello, Kentucky, which sits next to Lake Cumberland. The city is home to around 6,000 people..."
READ MORE765 KY-3276, Waynesburg, KY 40489
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READ MOREAccording to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs $853 more than the state median in Somerset. Several comparable options exist nearby, such as Elizabethtown, where seniors typically pay $5,250. However, a few budget-friendly options exist farther away. Assisted living costs $4,740 in Bowling Green, but Owensboro offers the most affordable option, as care costs $2,380 less here than in Somerset.
Somerset
$5,188
Kentucky
$4,335
United States
$5,350
Elizabethtown
$5,250
Louisville
$5,342
Bowling Green
$4,740
Owensboro
$2,808
According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey for 2020, the average cost of assisted living in Somerset is $4,400 per month. This is similar to the national average of $4,300 but $700 more than the average for Kentucky, which is $3,699 per month.
While Kentucky does not use Medicaid to cover assisted living services, seniors who receive Supplemental Security Income and the optional state supplement may use this benefit toward expenses.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Kentucky page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Kentucky page.
Home health care ranks among Somerset's most affordable types of care, saving seniors up to $3,281 compared to assisted living while offering expanded medical services. However, seniors who need 24-hour medical support pay $3,937 more than assisted living for semi-private accommodations in a nursing home. Adult day care, the most budget-friendly form of support in Somerset, costs only $1,798.
Home Health Care
$1,907
Adult Day Health Care
$1,798
Assisted Living Facility
$5,188
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Since data for Somerset is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Lexington, instead.
The city of Somerset and the state of Kentucky, often with help from the federal government, offer free resources for seniors in and out of assisted living communities.Â
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Cumberland Area Development District | (270) 866-4200 | The Lake Cumberland Area Development District operates a wealth of programs designed to help seniors and families with issues related to assisted living. The ombudsman program strives to protect the rights of assisted living residents by addressing reports of abuse and advocating at the local, state and federal level. The Kentucky State Health Insurance Assistance Program helps families obtain the health benefits they deserve. Low-income and disabled seniors can also get legal assistance from LCADD. |
| Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs | (859) 432-6121 | Senior veterans in Somerset can contact Region 16 of the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs to apply for benefits or resolve issues with their existing pensions. Field representatives can also help veterans obtain Aid & Attendance benefits, which are extra payments that fund caregiving services, including those provided in an assisted living facility. Surviving spouses and dependents may be eligible for these benefits. |
| Rocky Hollow Recreation Center | (606) 679-1860 | Active seniors in Somerset can find many activities at the Rocky Hollow Recreation Center. Amenities at the center include a basketball court, walking track, community room and party room. This 38,000-square-foot facility also hosts SilverSneakers, an exercise class for older adults, and senior yoga. While many activities at the center are free for seniors, membership for special events and programs is available at a discount. |
| Center for Assistive Technology Services | (859) 218-7979 | The Lexington chapter for CATS Network aims to ensure that every at-need senior in Somerset and the surrounding region has access to the assistive technology they need. It accomplishes this goal by loaning free equipment and providing demonstrations that show seniors how to use the technology. This program is operated by the University of Kentucky's Human Development Institute. |
Somerset-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Kentucky are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Kentucky page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Bob.111
3.0
Review of The Neighborhood of Somerset
I went to The Neighborhood of Somerset. It was nice. When I was there, there were a couple of musicians playing gospel music, which I appreciated. The people seem to be happy. A couple of people I...
Assisted Living
Bob.111
4.0
Review of Highland Square
I went to Highland Square. The person who took me on the tour was absolutely excellent. When I became short of breath, she said, "Let's sit down for a while." So we did. She got me water. We...
Assisted Living
Stuart
4.0
Review of Highland Square
Highland Square was clean and modern. The staff was very knowledgeable and caring. It wasn't huge, so we liked the fact that they were limited to less than 50 residents or something. The food...
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