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Photo of Regency Memory Care
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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.
Conveniently located in East Central Kentucky, our 26 bed facility offers person-centered memory care with individualized support in daily activities. We provide private and semi-private living quarters, open community and dining areas, as well as quiet areas for relaxation or visiting with...
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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, 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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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
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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.
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.
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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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Photo of Pleasant Meadows Assisted Living - Lexington
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 Heritage Square New Boston
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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The spring/summer of 2023 hasn't been easy on my dad. He has been in and out of the hospital 5 times since April. We are so grateful that Eastgatespring and it's caring staff have been there to support us...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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 assisted living in Helena, KY

The average cost of senior living in Helena is $4,227 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Falmouth, KY with an average of $2,903 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, KY vs. nearby cities

Helena, KY
$4,227/mo
$4,269/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, KY vs. the state and national average

Helena, KY
$4,227/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,227/mo
$4,174/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Helena, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,319/mo
Studio
$4,838/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,839/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,901/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Helena over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Helena, KY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Helena.

What families are saying about assisted living in Helena

Recent reviews for assisted living in Helena

Ashton Grove in Georgetown, KY

4.0
What our family likes the most about the Ashton Grove community is the location and all of [name removed] help that was given. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Provision Living at West Clermont near Eastgate in Batavia, OH

4.4
This is a good place to live. There is a shortage of staff currently; however, this is everywhere. The communication with the staff is good if I have questions. The food is okay most of the time for my friend.

Rest Assured Senior Living in Amelia, OH

5.0
This community is a good fit and has a positive environment. The staff are taking good care of my uncle. We are also happy with the staff and all they do for my uncle. Communication between our advocate and community is good. If anyone needs senior care, I would recommend them

Helena review score based on 94 family reviews

6.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 41 Helena assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Helena review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Helena review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Helena, KY41 facilities
7.0
Flemingsburg, KY43 facilities
7.2
Ewing, KY52 facilities

Review subcategories for Helena assisted living

When assisted living 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 94 reviews of 41 Helena assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Helena resident and family assisted living 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.
Helena, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Helena assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Helena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Helena, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.6%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Helena assisted living

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 Helena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helena, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helena assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Helena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helena, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
34.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Helena assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Helena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helena, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helena assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Helena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helena, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
39%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
29.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Helena

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kentucky assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Helena protect seniors.

Learn about Kentucky Assisted Living regulations

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Richmond Place, Magnolia Springs Lexington and Windsor Gardens of Georgetown are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Helena, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 45 assisted living facilities near Helena, Kentucky. See the full list.

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

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