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If your loved one needs memory care in Elkin, A Place for Mom can help. With 16 memory care facilities in Elkin, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Photo of Rose Mary C. Brooks Place a CCRC
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My aunt has resided at Rose Mary C. Brooks Place since [date removed]. She calls it "her home". She loves the staff and they love her. The staff is quick to notify me if they have any concerns about her...
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.
The Rose Mary C. Brooks Place in Winchester, Kentucky has a majestic beauty that is unlike any other assisted living community. We invite residents to dine al fresco on our beautiful patio or simply enjoy the impeccably landscaped 16 acres of campus land by taking a stroll alone or with friends....
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Expensive to sign in but then the third month was free so that was really nice! Everything is clean and nice. People are friendly and lots of familiar faces from the community of Winchester. Plenty of...
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.
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Photo of Richmond Place
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55 Floor plans available
9.6
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Richmond Place, as a facility has exceeded expectations. They worked with my mother to establish a price point that was within her means, and offered incentives and bonuses in the negotiation process. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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The meals that are served to the residents could be better and when it comes to the care services - it would be good if someone could dress a wound.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Arcadian Cove is a spacious, family-oriented senior-living community nestled between Richmond and Berea Kentucky. We specialize in assisted living and offer 3 beautiful floor plans to choose from; as well as many inviting and senior-accommodating common areas.Each private apartment features a...
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Photo of Dominion Senior Living of Richmond
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44 Floor plans available
8.9
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Wonderful care. Always ready to assist. Always smells clean. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The quality of the care services has been excellent. I could not do what they do. Great food, may...
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.
Our assisted living and memory care community is located in Heritage Place subdivision offering a variety of floorplans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. We provide 24/7 nursing, all-inclusive pricing (no care fees), all-day dining and wireless emergency pendants.
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8.7
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Beautiful, modern facility with a good amount of activities. Staff and residents are very friendly. Highly recommend Preston Greens to others looking.
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.
Cheers to Preston Greens! Lexington's EXTRAordinary senior living community by embracing the "Gold Standard" of senior living, and delivering a superior culture rooted with hospitality, safety and collaboration.Preston Greens takes something ordinary and makes it fun -- a community rich in...
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I moved my mom to Liberty Ridge and it was the best decision I could have made for her, they were wonderful. It was a life saver for her and me. I can't begin to tell you how good they were with my Mom. The...
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.
Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community is celebrating 20 years of service in 2020. We are blessed to have a well-tenured staff with over 275 years of combined experience in senior care. Liberty Ridge is proud of our rich heritage as a non-profit, faith-based (people of all faiths warmly welcome),...
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The Breckinridge is fantastic. For those with advanced dementia, this is one of the best places you could have your loved one. Their staff is dementia trained, whereas at other places that say they provide...
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.
The Breckinridge is a free-standing, licensed personal care home designed to provide specialized memory care services. The Breckinridge serves Lexington and surrounding areas. We have been building and operating memory care residences for more than 20 years.Our small, secure, home-like setting...
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My Aunt, [name removed], moved to this facility several months ago, and we cant be any happier with the care and service she gets. The team there is very much a team with [name removed] as Executive...
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.
Conveniently located just off the Eastern Bypass on Gibson Bay Drive not far from the Patty A. Clay Hospital, Morning Pointe of Richmond is a single-level state-of-the-art senior living community offering 42 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices. Providing Care Preserving Dignity...
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I love this place and so does my mother!!! They keep moms mind working on the lantern. There has been some staffing change in the past year but has not been an issue from us. My mom is higher functioning and...
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.
Conveniently located near St. Joseph's Hospital East off Richmond Road, just south of Man O'War Boulevard in Lexington, Kentucky, Morning Pointe of Lexington-East is a single-level, state-of-the-art Senior Living community on ten acres. The facility also offers The Lantern Alzheimer's Memory Care...
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Photo of Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm
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77 Floor plans available
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Legacy Reserve provides different levels of care for its residents. I am currently in the “independent” level whereas I don’t need personal care; it’s like living at home. I occupy a studio apartment with a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm is a unique senior living experience for the astute, active senior promoting the freedom to enjoy life. Our Independent Living community promotes a healthy and energetic lifestyle giving residents the opportunity to be as engaged and occupied as they choose to be....
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I like the care from the community for my father. They staff have improvment alot. This is a clean community and he enjoys the grounds. The menu is very good and alot of choices. They have a nice variety of...
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.
With its vibrant culture, strong sense of community, and famous hospitality, Lexington is the perfect place for a health campus dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents. At The Willows, we are proud to offer our residents regular opportunities to explore the history, culture, and flavors...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Elkin, KY

The average cost of senior living in Elkin is $4,526 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle, KY with an average of $3,758 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Elkin, KY vs. nearby cities

Elkin, KY
$4,526/mo
$4,523/mo

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

Elkin, KY
$4,526/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,526/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,163/mo
Studio
$4,915/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,789/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,893/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Elkin over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Elkin

Recent reviews for memory care in Elkin

Cedarhurst of Beaumont in Lexington, KY

5.0
We are very very happy with our experience at Cedarhurst of Beaumont. We chose this facility initially because we just really liked the staff and the whole environment. The freedom that the residents have is wonderful. The room sizes are very nice and spacious. We would definitely recommend the ...
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Rose Mary C. Brooks Place a CCRC in Winchester, KY

5.0
This facility is great with family and the residence, they were patient with everyone. The food was amazing and they had a chef on staff. I would recommend this facility to others

Legacy Reserve at Fritz Farm in Lexington, KY

4.4
So far it has been a pretty smooth transition for Dad. He's happy there. And to me, that's all that matters. If he's happy, that makes me happy. He really likes his room. And the staff have been very helpful. I would like to see them encourage the residents to go outside more. My dad ...
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Elkin review score based on 73 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 73 reviews of 15 Elkin memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elkin 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

Elkin review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Elkin, KY15 facilities
7.6
Winchester, KY11 facilities
9.1
Richmond, KY5 facilities

Review subcategories for Elkin 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 73 reviews of 15 Elkin memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elkin 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
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Elkin memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elkin memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elkin, 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 Elkin 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 Elkin 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
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
53.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elkin 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 Elkin 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
60%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elkin 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 Elkin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elkin, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elkin 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 Elkin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
60%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elkin 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 Elkin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia Springs Lexington, Richmond Place and Cedarhurst of Beaumont are the top-rated memory care facilities near Elkin, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 16 memory care facilities near Elkin, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Elkin, Kentucky is Magnolia Springs Lexington. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 16 memory care facilities near you in Elkin, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Elkin, 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 Elkin, 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 Elkin, Kentucky ranges from $1134 to $9175. The average Memory Care cost in Elkin, Kentucky is $4,526. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Elkin, Kentucky typically starts at $1134. 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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