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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Kayjay, KY

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If your loved one needs memory care in Kayjay, A Place for Mom can help. With 30 memory care facilities in Kayjay, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Noetown, Stony Fork Junction and Wallsend.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Corbin, Bacchus and Harrogate.

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We chose Signature Lifestyles because of the location as well as the value for the money. The room sizes here are really good, she just moved up a size from the studio. They have been good with communication...
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.
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My Dad was 87 years old when he moved into the Darby House after my Mom passed away. He loved living there. He found the staff very friendly and helpful and enjoyed having some independence, although he...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Darby House is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee - a lovely community centered around the scenic campus of Carson-Newman College. Situated near the center of town with its shopping malls, supermarkets, churches and its access to Carson-Newman Campus; Darby House is especially convenient for...
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While my mother was here everything was actually excellent. I was very pleased with the staff, the nurses, and the food services. Since we had a specific budget this facility didn’t have a base fee then...
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.
Situated on 9 beautiful acres of land in the heart of downtown, Regency Retirement Village offers all the warmth of small town living with access to all Morristown has to offer. The lovely community offers Independent Living and Assisted Living apartments, as well as The Renaissance...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Kayjay, KY

The average cost of senior living in Kayjay is $3,594 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hyden, KY with an average of $2,600 per month.

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

Kayjay, KY
$3,594/mo
$3,475/mo

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

Kayjay, KY
$3,594/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,594/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,400/mo
Studio
$4,204/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,666/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,585/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Kayjay over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Kayjay

Recent reviews for memory care in Kayjay

The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN

5.0
My mother in law (90) spent the last 2 1/2 years of her life in care at The Pointe at Lifespring. She received the kindest, most loving and thoughtful care we could have ever asked for or imagined right up until her passing on [date removed]. She was treated with dignity and respect, and cared ...
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Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN

5.0
Overall it has been a very positive experience for my Mom at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City. The facility is reasonably clean and the staff is very friendly. I believe the care has and continues to be as well as could be received in any assisted living facility. The meals are provided ...
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Wellington Manor Knoxville

4.5
I have recommended the community to others. The staff are good at communicating with the family if there are any changes about my loved one. The staff are super nice and friendly. They really try to assist the residents needs. The community is very clean. There are three meals a day served ...
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Kayjay review score based on 73 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 73 reviews of 29 Kayjay memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kayjay 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

Kayjay review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Kayjay, KY29 facilities
8.8
Pineville, KY23 facilities
0
Barbourville, KY5 facilities

Review subcategories for Kayjay 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 29 Kayjay memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Kayjay 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
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Kayjay memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kayjay memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kayjay, 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 Kayjay 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 Kayjay 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
34.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.2%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.1%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.8%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.2%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kayjay 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 Kayjay 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
41.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.1%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.6%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kayjay 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 Kayjay 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
20.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.6%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Kayjay 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 Kayjay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kayjay 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 Kayjay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.2%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.2%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.6%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Pointe at Lifespring, Highlands Square and Emory Ridge are the top-rated memory care facilities near Kayjay, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 30 memory care facilities near Kayjay, Kentucky. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Kayjay, Kentucky is Highlands Square. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 30 memory care facilities near you in Kayjay, Kentucky typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Kayjay, 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 Kayjay, 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 Kayjay, Kentucky ranges from $1810 to $7585. The average Memory Care cost in Kayjay, Kentucky is $3,594. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Kayjay, Kentucky typically starts at $1810. 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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