Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Lexington, KY below include 42 nursing homes with 154 reviews.
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1217 US Highway 62 E, Cynthiana, KY 41031
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Cedar Ridge Health Campus was very on top of things. They put their patients first and foremost. The staff was very open and forthcoming. They're welcoming to family members such as myself. They do try to provide plenty of activities that are suitabl..."
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112 Dover Dr, Georgetown, KY 40324
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mom is in Harborview Health Systems Georgetown. It's a nursing home, and it's very attractive when you enter. It's very clean and it seems to be pretty well-staffed at this time, which is unusual. Anything I requested for her has been seen. She's ..."
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300 Berry Avenue, Versailles, KY 40383
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Taylor Manor because we knew that it was already a wonderful facility with wonderful people, and it's small, which means that they can give better care to their residents. My mom is in a semi-private room and she's got quite a bit of room. S..."
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853 Lexington Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The building is clean. The staff are welcoming and happy. They treat the residents like their own grandparents. There is always plenty for the residents to do and the activity staff are so special. The food is good and the new addition of the th..."
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100 Veterans Drive, Wilmore, KY 40390
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Thomson-Hood Veterans Center is incredible. The staff to patient ratio is high. It's a state facility and so the state pay so much per person that's there. It's just fabulous. They have all kinds of activities for the residents and they even have a b..."
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308 West Maple Avenue, Lancaster, KY 40444
4.6
(3 reviews)
"I have family in a couple of different nursing homes, including the one in Lancaster. This nursing home is the absolute best one I've ever been in. It has a wonderful staff, who always treats their patients with the upmost respect. They always have e..."
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331 SOUTH MAIN STREET, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
4.4
(5 reviews)
"I suffered a burst T-12 spinal fracture and a compression fracture of L5. When I arrived I was unable to walk on my own. Only 5 days later, I went home completely able to get around and take care of myself. Their advice, therapy and all around att..."
READ MORE1025 ROBERT L TELFORD DRIVE, Richmond, KY 40475
4.0
(1 reviews)
"A group from my church performed a mini-concert at Telford Terrace in the spring of 2010. I had been involved in scheduling the concert, and found my interactions with the program director at the facility to be polite and professional at all times. W..."
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2000 SOUTH MAIN STREET, Paris, KY 40361
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I chose Bourbon Heights because it is very close to my home. The facility is clean and well-kept. The staff there seems to care for their residents. My mom has a feeding tube now, so I really can't tell about the food they serve there. ..."
READ MORE102 POCAHONTAS TRAIL, Georgetown, KY 40324
3.5
(2 reviews)
"I have a family member at SHC. I believe they have received excellent care. The staff has always kept me informed about any changes or concerns and I have always felt at ease leaving my loved one in their care. The staff have always been helpful ..."
READ MORE200 Glenway Road, Winchester, KY 40391
3.4
(10 reviews)
"Great Facility! It's older and could use some updates but that does not take away from the care they provide and the love they show for their clients...."
READ MORE131 Meadowlark Drive, Richmond, KY 40475
3.0
(13 reviews)
"My mother resided at this facility and received excellent care. The staff was outstanding and always greeted my family and I with a smile on their face. The staff always informed and involved me with my mother's care. Her favorite part of the day was..."
READ MORE100 SPARKS AVENUE, Nicholasville, KY 40356
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My wife is already on a nursing home named Diversicare of Nicholasville. It was formerly known as Royal Manor. They got some problems, but since they were purchased by Diversicare, they have a number of improvements that they are going to be making. ..."
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105 Rodgers Park Dr, Cynthiana, KY 41031
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family S..."
READ MORE671 East Stephens Street, Midway, KY 40347
"The Home Place At Midway, situated in Midway, KY, provides a range of care options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Car..."
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108 S Miller St, Cynthiana, KY 41031
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family S..."
READ MORE323 WEBSTER AVENUE, Cynthiana, KY 41031
"Edgemont Healthcare, located in Cynthiana, KY, provides skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation services. The community offers a ..."
READ MORE1217 US Hwy 62 E, Cynthiana, KY 41031
"Cedar Ridge Health Campus, located in Cynthiana, KY, offers a variety of care types to meet the needs of its residents. These include Indepe..."
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300 Stocker Dr, Richmond, KY 40475
"Welcome to McCready Manor! Welcome to St. Andrews. Our retirement community is a not-for-profit ecumenical, Christian community located on ..."
READ MOREAccording to data from the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Lexington is one of the more affordable Kentucky cities for nursing home care, with a cost below the state average of $7,330 and far lower than the national average of $7,756. Fees in Bowling Green in the southern part of the state are much higher, at $8,273 per month. Heading west, fees in Elizabethtown and Owensboro are also above average at $7,604 and $7,787, respectively. Louisville is the most affordable city for nursing home care in Kentucky, with average fees of $7,148 per month.
Lexington
$7,178
Kentucky
$7,330
The United States
$7,756
Bowling Green
$8,273
Elizabethtown
$7,604
Louisville
$7,148
Owensboro
$7,787
The average monthly cost of a semiprivate room in a Lexington nursing home is $7,178. Private rooms are slightly more expensive at $8,958.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Semiprivate ($7,178) and private ($8,958) nursing home care are the most expensive senior care options in Lexington due to the skilled services provided. In-home care services are much less costly at $4,385 per month. Assisted living, where seniors live in a residential setting and receive meals and help with activities of daily living, costs $4,400 per month. The most affordable option is adult day health care at $1,768 per month. This service is aimed at more mobile seniors who receive support in a group setting during daytime hours.
Home care
$4,385
Home health care
$4,385
Adult day health care
$1,768
Assisted living
$4,400
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$7,178
Nursing home (private room)
$8,958
Seniors living in Lexington may be able to take advantage of the following resources. These agencies and organizations can help seniors cover the cost of nursing home care, or allow them to remain in their own homes for longer while still receiving the support they need.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging | (859) 266-1116 | The Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging supports seniors in Lexington and the surrounding area. It assists with both independent living and transitioning into long-term care, delivering services to help seniors make decisions about their future, referring them to other providers and managing programs such as senior centers, transportation, health promotion and congregate nutrition. |
| Meals on Wheels Lexington | (859) 276-5391 | Meals on Wheels Lexington is a nonprofit that delivers nutritious hot meals to seniors throughout the week. The program is open to homebound seniors who are unable to shop and cook for themselves. Volunteer drivers deliver the meals and provide valuable social contact and regular welfare checks for those who are signed up for the service. |
| SHIP Counseling | (877) 293-7447 | SHIP counselors working with the local AAA can provide advice to seniors about Medicare and other health insurance options, including Medicare Advantage, Medigap and prescription drug plans. Counselors offer unbiased, one-on-one assistance, either by phone or in person. |
| ITN Bluegrass | (859) 252-8665 | ITN Bluegrass offers transportation services for Lexington area seniors, helping them attend medical appointments, run errands or get to social events. Rides are provided by volunteer drivers and there’s a nominal fee for membership and to cover driver expenses. Ride scholarships are available for those on a low income. |
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