Kentucky Assisted Living

Kentucky has a state population of 4.5+ million, though is far from the densest in the southern United States. Kentucky is much smaller (in terms of population) compared to its neighbor to the north (Indiana) and south (Tennessee).

Why choose assisted living in Kentucky?

Along with a high standard of living in many counties of the state, Kentucky also promotes senior living through a number of different initiatives.
The state of Kentucky provides food and transportation programs specifically created for seniors as well as several tax perks.

The low cost of living (Kentucky just misses the Top 10 for most affordable places to live for assisted living in the nation based on monthly averages) provides stability for you and your loved one in-need of more extensive care.

Kentucky Assisted Living - Cost

The Top 5 Most Affordable Cities for Assisted Living in Kentucky per month are:

1. Somerset, KY - $3,135
2. Murray, KY - $3,250
3. Marion, KY - $3,260
4. Hopkinsville, KY - $3,335
5. Franklin, KY - $3,345

The Top 5 Most Expensive Cities for Assisted Living in Kentucky are:

1. Crestview Hills, KY - $3,930
2. Edgewood, KY - $3,925
3. Georgetown, KY - $3,890
4. Washington, KY - $3,880
5. Fort Thomas, KY - $3,860

The Top 5 Most Affordable Counties in Kentucky for Assisted Living per month:

1. Pulaski County - $3,130
2. Calloway County - $3,250
3. Crittenden County - $3,265
4. Christian County - $3,340
5. Simpson County - $3,365

The Top 5 Most Expensive Counties in Kentucky for Assisted Living:

1. Bullitt County - $3,890
2. Scott County - $3,880
3. Campbell County - $3,865
4. Woodford County - $3,820
5. Boone County - $3,805

Types of Assisted Living Available in Kentucky

Kentucky certifies all qualified assisted living communities through the Kentucky Department of Aging and Independent Living. The certification is done each year, so make sure to check with the facility to make sure they are up to standards.

The state agency does a phenomenal job of separating the legitimate assisted living communities from fraudsters. It also helps aid families new to elderly care facilities.

The services featured with most providers are excellent, and Kentucky is known for housing great staff at their senior living complexes. You can learn a lot about the quality of care through the certification process and ratings.

Paying for Assisted Living in Kentucky

The Supports for Community Living Waiver (provided through the state’s Medicaid program) assists with adult foster care.

Unfortunately, the program is largely reserved for those with physical challenges, and the disability must have been developed prior to 22 years of age.

The only non-Medicaid alternative to help pay for senior care is through an initiative known as the Hart-Supported Living program.

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