Senior Care in Kentucky
Explore licensed senior care options across 185 cities in Kentucky. Compare 931 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.
Kentucky Senior Care Cost Report
Median assisted living: $5,528/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.
Kentucky Senior Care Cost Benchmarks
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)
| Care Type | Kentucky Median | Annualized Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Facility | $5,528/mo | $66,336/yr |
| Memory Care (Estimated) | $6,910/mo | $82,920/yr |
| In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) | $33/hr | $75,504/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Homemaker Services | $0/hr | $0/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Nursing Home (Private Room) | $11,254/mo | $135,048/yr |
| Adult Day Health Care | $88/day | $22,000/yr (5 days/wk) |
Kentucky Medicaid & State Regulation
Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across Kentucky.
State Licensing Agency
Senior care facilities, residential communities, and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Home and Community Based (HCB) Waiver.
Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.
Cities in Kentucky
Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026
Louisville
148 licensed providers
Lexington
67 licensed providers
Bowling Green
33 licensed providers
Owensboro
28 licensed providers
Elizabethtown
20 licensed providers
Paducah,
20 licensed providers
Somerset
19 licensed providers
Glasgow
17 licensed providers
Hopkinsville
16 licensed providers
Richmond
15 licensed providers
Danville
12 licensed providers
Florence
12 licensed providers
Frankfort
12 licensed providers
Shelbyville
12 licensed providers
Henderson
11 licensed providers
Madisonville
11 licensed providers
Bardstown
10 licensed providers
Georgetown
10 licensed providers
Ashland
9 licensed providers
Campbellsville
9 licensed providers
Hazard
9 licensed providers
Middlesboro
9 licensed providers
Murray
9 licensed providers
Crestview Hills
8 licensed providers
Nicholasville
8 licensed providers
Pikeville
8 licensed providers
Burkesville
7 licensed providers
Columbia
7 licensed providers
Cynthiana
7 licensed providers
Lebanon
7 licensed providers
Maysville
7 licensed providers
Morehead
7 licensed providers
Prestonsburg
7 licensed providers
Corbin
6 licensed providers
Fort Thomas
6 licensed providers
Greenville
6 licensed providers
London
6 licensed providers
Mayfield
6 licensed providers
Mount Sterling
6 licensed providers
Pineville
6 licensed providers
Brandenburg
5 licensed providers
Cadiz
5 licensed providers
Edgewood
5 licensed providers
La Grange
5 licensed providers
Leitchfield
5 licensed providers
Radcliff
5 licensed providers
Albany
4 licensed providers
Berea
4 licensed providers
Carrollton
4 licensed providers
Central City
4 licensed providers
Fort Wright
4 licensed providers
Franklin
4 licensed providers
Hardinsburg
4 licensed providers
Hartford
4 licensed providers
La Grange
4 licensed providers
Liberty
4 licensed providers
Louisa
4 licensed providers
Monticello
4 licensed providers
Morganfield
4 licensed providers
Mount Vernon
4 licensed providers
Mount Washington
4 licensed providers
Paris
4 licensed providers
Stanford
4 licensed providers
Tompkinsville
4 licensed providers
Versailles
4 licensed providers
Winchester
4 licensed providers
Benton
3 licensed providers
Cold Spring
3 licensed providers
Covington
3 licensed providers
Edmonton
3 licensed providers
Erlanger
3 licensed providers
Fort Mitchell
3 licensed providers
Greensburg
3 licensed providers
Harlan
3 licensed providers
Harrodsburg
3 licensed providers
Hodgenville
3 licensed providers
Hyden
3 licensed providers
Irvine
3 licensed providers
Jackson
3 licensed providers
Kuttawa
3 licensed providers
Marion
3 licensed providers
New Castle
3 licensed providers
Owingsville
3 licensed providers
Paintsville
3 licensed providers
Russellville
3 licensed providers
Williamstown
3 licensed providers
Annville
2 licensed providers
Barbourville
2 licensed providers
Beattyville
2 licensed providers
Beaver Dam
2 licensed providers
Bedford
2 licensed providers
Booneville
2 licensed providers
Brooksville
2 licensed providers
Calhoun
2 licensed providers
Calvert City
2 licensed providers
Catlettsburg
2 licensed providers
Clinton
2 licensed providers
Dawson Springs
2 licensed providers
Elkton
2 licensed providers
Elsmere
2 licensed providers
Flatwoods
2 licensed providers
Grayson
2 licensed providers
Horse Cave
2 licensed providers
Lancaster
2 licensed providers
Lawrenceburg
2 licensed providers
Manchester
2 licensed providers
Masonic Home
2 licensed providers
Princeton
2 licensed providers
Salem
2 licensed providers
Scottsville
2 licensed providers
South Williamson
2 licensed providers
St. Matthews
2 licensed providers
West Liberty
2 licensed providers
Whitesburg
2 licensed providers
Wilmore
2 licensed providers
Alexandria
1 licensed provider
Auburn
1 licensed provider
Augusta
1 licensed provider
Bardwell
1 licensed provider
Barlow
1 licensed provider
Bellevue
1 licensed provider
Brodhead
1 licensed provider
Brooks
1 licensed provider
Brownsville
1 licensed provider
Butler
1 licensed provider
Campton
1 licensed provider
Carlisle
1 licensed provider
Cave City
1 licensed provider
Clay City
1 licensed provider
Crescent Springs
1 licensed provider
Cumberland
1 licensed provider
Elkhorn City
1 licensed provider
Falmouth
1 licensed provider
Flemingsburg
1 licensed provider
Fordsville
1 licensed provider
Fort Campbell
1 licensed provider
Frenchburg
1 licensed provider
Fulton
1 licensed provider
Goshen
1 licensed provider
Hanson
1 licensed provider
Hindman
1 licensed provider
Inez
1 licensed provider
Irvington
1 licensed provider
Jamestown
1 licensed provider
Jeffersontown
1 licensed provider
Jenkins
1 licensed provider
La Center
1 licensed provider
Lewisport
1 licensed provider
Louisvile
1 licensed provider
Lyndon
1 licensed provider
Martin
1 licensed provider
Mc Dowell
1 licensed provider
Middletown
1 licensed provider
Midway
1 licensed provider
Morgantown
1 licensed provider
Mount Olivet
1 licensed provider
Nerinx
1 licensed provider
Newport
1 licensed provider
Owenton
1 licensed provider
Pembroke
1 licensed provider
Phelps
1 licensed provider
Pine Knot
1 licensed provider
Powderly
1 licensed provider
Prospect
1 licensed provider
Providence
1 licensed provider
Russell Springs
1 licensed provider
Saint Catharine
1 licensed provider
Salyersville
1 licensed provider
Sandy Hook
1 licensed provider
Sebree
1 licensed provider
Shepherdsvi
1 licensed provider
South Shore
1 licensed provider
Springfield
1 licensed provider
Stanton
1 licensed provider
Taylorsville
1 licensed provider
Union
1 licensed provider
Valley Stat
1 licensed provider
Vanceburg
1 licensed provider
Villa Hills
1 licensed provider
Walton
1 licensed provider
Warsaw
1 licensed provider
Whitley City
1 licensed provider
Williamsburg
1 licensed provider
Woodburn
1 licensed provider
Wurtland
1 licensed provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed senior care facilities operate in Kentucky?
The families.care verified directory tracks 931 licensed senior care providers across 185 cities in Kentucky as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.
What is the cost of senior living in Kentucky?
According to the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026), the median cost of assisted living in Kentucky is $5,528 per month. In-home care aides average $33 per hour, and nursing homes average $135,048 annually for private rooms.
Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in Kentucky?
Senior living facilities in Kentucky are regulated and inspected by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.
Can Kentucky Medicaid help pay for senior care?
Yes. In Kentucky, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors who prefer living at home or in community residential settings, Kentucky offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Home and Community Based (HCB) Waiver, which cover personal care and therapy services.
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How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.
- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.