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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Jefferson County, KY

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If your loved one needs memory care in Jefferson County, A Place for Mom can help. With 42 memory care facilities in Jefferson County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Jefferson County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Jefferson County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Jefferson County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bethany, Orell and Valley Gardens.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Louisville, New Albany and Clarksville.

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When I first took my mom to Treyton Oak I was very emotional [name removed] at the desk said to me don’t worry it’ll be fine , And it was.. Everyone from administration to nursing to nursing aides were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
This community does not fulfill the legal definition of Assisted Living in Kentucky. A Place for Mom uses the term "assisted living" to indicate that the community provides some level of assistance with daily living activities. It does not indicate that the facility meets official state...
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Wonderful facility. The care that they have given my aunt is exceptional. The layout/design of the facility is beautiful and the staff, even more so. They seem to take a genuine interest in their...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Come To Live Here.We’ve taken the blueprint for traditional memory care and put it right where it belongs—the trash can. It wasn’t hard. Traditional memory care communities stink. There’s no getting around that.What do we do? At Thrive Memory Care at Beckley Creek, we start with a deep-rooted...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
On behalf of the caregivers and support staff of Bashford, we thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the...
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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.
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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.
Photo of The Lamplight at Morning Pointe Louisville
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We live out of town but our family who lives in town and close to the community say the people there are very sweet, and since our loved one has moved in she has felt right at home. We would absolutely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Quality service with a commitment to excellence, that is Bee Hive Homes! Bee Hive Homes feature family style living in a residential setting for those who do not require full time skilled nursing care. The Bee Hive home is a planned environment, allowing for ten to fourteen residents to enjoy a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
At The Altenheim, you will find many values and traditions associated with living at home. Our residents consider The Altenheim to be a small community with a big heart. We are a full service retirement home, providing each resident with the individualized care and services he or she needs. In...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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My sister is doing very well since her move to this community. They have been excellent, and I'am satisfied with her move here. We really like the staff, they are taking good care of her. They have nice...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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This place is wonderful! My aunt has lived here for about a year and a half (maybe closer to 2 years) and loves it. She has made some new and now very dear friends, she loves the staff and they love her....
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.
Parr's at Springhurst in Louisville, Kentucky is an assisted living community with a lot to offer. Louisville is known for providing a high quality of life, having parks around every corner, and welcomes new faces in this tight-knit community. The beautifully landscaped and clean yard is just one...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Jefferson County, KY

The average cost of senior living in Jefferson County is $4,594 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Mill, KY with an average of $4,548 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jefferson County, KY vs. nearby counties

Jefferson County, KY
$4,594/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jefferson County, KY vs. the state and national average

Jefferson County, KY
$4,594/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jefferson County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,594/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Jefferson County, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,256/mo
Studio
$4,635/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,302/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,347/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$485/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Jefferson County over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Jefferson County

Recent reviews for memory care in Jefferson County

Magnolia Springs East Louisville

5.0
Our experience with Magnolia Springs East has been wonderful. Very caring and attentive staff. Couldn't be happier to have such a fantastic, competent, lovely place for Mom! It's a relief to know she is so well treated!

Bennett Place in New Albany, IN

4.9
I sensed a real concern by the staff for the people under their care. While there may have been internal (employee/employer) issues, as there may be in any work environment, it never manifested itself in my presence. In my opinion, employees are acting professionally in that regard. As for the ...
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Riverbend in Jeffersonville, IN

5.0
When we realized mom needed more care than we could give her, we didn't know where to look. A Place for Mom led us to River Bend Memory Care. Thankful to find a place, we were also worried that mom might not receive the one on one care that we gave her at home. Was I ever mistaken! Magnolia ...
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Jefferson County review score based on 197 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 197 reviews of 39 Jefferson County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Jefferson County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Jefferson County review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Jefferson County, KY39 facilities
8.6
West Buechel, KY43 facilities
8.5
Watterson Park, KY43 facilities

Review subcategories for Jefferson County memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 197 reviews of 39 Jefferson County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Jefferson County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Jefferson County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jefferson County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jefferson County, 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 Jefferson County memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Jefferson County 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
47.5%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.5%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Jefferson County memory care

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 Jefferson County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.5%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jefferson County memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Jefferson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
52.5%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.5%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson County memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Jefferson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
55%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Jefferson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
70%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.5%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.5%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.5%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
47.5%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.5%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia Springs Louisville, Sunrise of Louisville and Traditions at Beaumont are the top-rated memory care facilities near Jefferson County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 42 memory care facilities near Jefferson County, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Jefferson County, Kentucky are Magnolia Springs Louisville, Sunrise of Louisville and Traditions at Beaumont. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 42 memory care facilities near you in Jefferson County, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Jefferson County, Kentucky, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Jefferson County, Kentucky, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Jefferson County, Kentucky ranges from $485 to $11175. The average Memory Care cost in Jefferson County, Kentucky is $4,594. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Jefferson County, Kentucky typically starts at $485. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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