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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shelbyville, KY

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If your loved one needs memory care in Shelbyville, A Place for Mom can help. With 153 memory care facilities in Shelbyville, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Pleasureville, Indian Hills Cherokee Section and Robinswood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Louisville, Middletown and Frankfort.

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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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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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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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We were in the assisted living, but they were great as far as keeping the place clean, the meals, and all that. My loved one was only there a short time. There is enough parking. They were just really good...
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.
Windsor Gardens is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Bardstown, Kentucky, and is the leading Continuing Care Retirement Community in Kentucky, boasting a five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a top seven percent rating by the American College of...
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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.
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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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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.
Photo of Rolling Hills Health Care Center
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 Rolling Hills, 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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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
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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.
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 Wesley Methodist Village
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.
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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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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Shelbyville, KY

The average cost of senior living in Shelbyville is $4,357 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pleasureville, KY with an average of $4,371 per month.

Memory care costs in Shelbyville, KY, vs. nearby cities

Shelbyville, KY
$4,357/mo
$4,398/mo

Memory care costs in Shelbyville, KY, vs. state and national averages

Shelbyville, KY
$4,357/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Shelbyville, KY, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,357/mo

Memory care costs in Shelbyville, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,615/mo
Studio
$4,702/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,940/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,563/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,295/mo

Senior living costs in Shelbyville vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shelbyville, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelbyville, KYKentuckyU.S.
Memory Care$4,357/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,346/mo$4,146/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,761/mo$3,070/mo$4,017/mo
Memory Care
Shelbyville, KY:$4,357/mo
Kentucky:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Shelbyville, KY:$4,346/mo
Kentucky:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Shelbyville, KY:$3,761/mo
Kentucky:$3,070/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Memory care costs in Shelbyville, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Shelbyville and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Shelbyville, KYKY stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Shelbyville, KY

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shelbyville have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shelbyville, KY$5,421/mo$4,795/mo+13.0%
Kentucky$5,606/mo$4,940/mo+13.5%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Shelbyville, KY
2024 average cost:$5,421/mo
2023 average cost:$4,795/mo
Percent change:+13.0%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$5,606/mo
2023 average cost:$4,940/mo
Percent change:+13.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Shelbyville

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelbyville

Bluegrass Assisted Living in Elizabethtown, KY

4.5
The rooms and overall layout of this community would be a four out of five. Before COVID we were able to eat some meals there with our loved one, and the food our be about a three out of five. We would recommend this community to others.

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!

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and dedicated caregivers. Many reviews express appreciation for the kindness and genuine care shown by the staff at various communities. For instance, at Magnolia Springs East Louisville, the staff members went above and beyond to ensure residents, including one particular resident named Mom, feel at home and are given ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is essential for peace of mind. Several reviews mention the importance of this at communities like Highgrove at Tates Creek, where families felt they were always kept informed and their concerns were addressed. At Sunrise of Louisv ...
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Variety of activities tailored to residents' interests. Engaging activities that cater to residents' interests and abilities are crucial for their overall well-being. At The Pinnacle of Louisville, residents enjoyed a range of activities, from gardening to arts and crafts, while at Riverbend, the memory care unit provided residents with opportuni ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Meals and dining experiences are an essential aspect of senior living. Communities like Hallmark House and The Pinnacle of Louisville received praise for their excellent food quality and accommodating dietary requirements. At Ashton Grove, residents expressed satisfaction with the variety ...
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Well-maintained facilities and safety measures. Residents and their families value clean, safe, and well-maintained facilities. At Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods, staff addressed safety concerns related to falls, while at Vitality Living Springdale, the community ensured their loved one's apartment was kept clean and the facilities were i ...
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Personalized care plans. Customized care plans based on individual residents' needs and preferences are essential for effective care. At StoryPoint Prospect, staff created personalized care plans to address each resident's unique requirements, while at Magnolia Springs East Louisville, the staff went above and beyon ...
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Shelbyville review score based on 600 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 600 reviews of 136 Shelbyville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelbyville 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

Shelbyville review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Shelbyville, KY136 facilities
8.3
Simpsonville, KY10 facilities
8.3
Eminence, KY143 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelbyville 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 600 reviews of 136 Shelbyville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelbyville 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.
Shelbyville, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Shelbyville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelbyville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville 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
46.3%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.3%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.6%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.6%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.9%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61%
74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.3%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.6%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.3%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
43.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.6%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.4%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
47.8%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelbyville, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.9%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.6%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.1%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.9%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.9%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.6%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Shelbyville

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Kentucky memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Shelbyville protect seniors.
Learn about Kentucky memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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