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Photo of Legacy Living of Florence
3232 Photos available
9.8
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67 reviews
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My grandmother lives in the facility, and she has received excellent service starting from her tour. Her housekeepers do an amazing job cleaning her apartment. The Restaurant serves a delicious hot meal...
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.
Located in Florence, KY, Legacy Living Florence offers specialized programs of care designed to accommodate the various needs of our residents.Independent LivingAssisted LivingMemory Care
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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45 reviews
9.1
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45 reviews
5 star
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Mother is well-cared for at Celebration. She is clean, fed, and thrives as can be with her Alzheimers/Dementia. Her room is always clean & tidy, as are the common areas. All thus and the caring staff help...
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.
Atria Summit Hills is a warm, welcoming community with all the comforts of home. Our goal is an environment where older people thrive and where adult children feel secure their parents are protected and fulfilled. Relax on a shaded patio, in the study or library, or socialize in our large...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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64 reviews
9.0
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64 reviews
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I would rate our experience a 5. The ladies at A Place for Mom made sure we knew who to speak with at each facility. [name removed], at Celebration Villa of Highland is an outstanding individual. Within two...
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.
Celebration Villa is a senior living community with Independent Living and Assisted Living. We are located on 12 park-like acres, just minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Residents can expect a vibrant and social atmosphere where you can live amongst your peers. We believe life should be celebrated...
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8.7
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99 reviews
8.7
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99 reviews
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3 star
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There has been a new takeover and I have complaints. Like, pharmacy restrictions and not giving my dad his meds on a couple of occasions. They now charge people for laundry and cleaning. The head guy has...
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.
Fields of Florence, a Kentucky senior living and memory care community, offers accommodations for those who may require assistance in their daily living activities. It is staffed 24 hours a day with trained healthcare personnel and offers as much or as little care as a resident may want or need....
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8.2
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
5 star
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All 5. Everyone very nice and accommodating. There might be a glitch here or there because people are human, but I have no complaints. If you have someone who is diabetic, you might let them know there isn't...
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.
Dominion Senior Living of Florence is a PERSONAL CARE and MEMORY CARE community serving seniors in Florence, Kentucky. It is conveniently located near Merchants Square. Dominion Senior Living of Florence features a courtyard with picnic areas, games, walking paths, and sensory gardens. Our...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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50 reviews
8.0
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50 reviews
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The staff has been great. [name removed] likes them very much and they seem to genuinely care about the residents. I would recommend the facility to others.
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.
The Summit of Edgewood offers senior living options, including memory care, to seniors who are looking for personalized care in a friendly, safe, and maintenance free environment. We are considered one of the top personal care communities in Northern Kentucky. Our residents enjoy grounds that are...
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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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150 reviews
8.0
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150 reviews
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The friendliness of the staff, the activities offered, the meals, the overall experience and the professionalism of the staff, the excellent results of the therapy.
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.
Magnolia Springs wins 2018 Best of Assisted Living Award from SeniorAdvisor.comSeniorAdvisor.com is in their fifth year of hosting the Best of Senior Living Awards. SeniorAdvisor.com’s Best of 2018 Award winners represent the best of the best of in-home care, assisted living, and other senior...
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55 Photos available
7.8
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10 reviews
7.8
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10 reviews
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The staff are kind and attentive. The food is fantastic. The facility is a good value for the money. My only recommendation is to have more activities for the memory care people. That's a little sparse right...
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.
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The residents are nice and seems genuinely happy. The staff is good and very helpful. The apartment is large and larger than others we viewed at other places and is a good size for my mom. I had some issues...
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.
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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
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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They are overcrowded, but I think they all are. It means a lot when the nurse comes in and gives them a hug and a kiss on the cheek. He would just get the biggest smile. Anything he needed they gave him....
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.

Cost of assisted living in Nicholson, KY

The average cost of senior living in Nicholson is $5,193 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crittenden, KY with an average of $4,406 per month.

Assisted living costs in Nicholson, KY, vs. nearby cities

Nicholson, KY
$5,193/mo
$5,008/mo

Assisted living costs in Nicholson, KY, vs. state and national averages

Nicholson, KY
$5,193/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Nicholson, KY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,193/mo
$5,114/mo

Assisted living costs in Nicholson, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$1,978/mo
Studio
$3,894/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,685/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,742/mo

Senior living costs in Nicholson 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: Nicholson, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNicholson, KYKentuckyU.S.
Assisted Living$5,193/mo$4,146/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,114/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,828/mo$3,070/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Nicholson, KY:$5,193/mo
Kentucky:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Nicholson, KY:$5,114/mo
Kentucky:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Nicholson, KY:$3,828/mo
Kentucky:$3,070/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Nicholson, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Nicholson 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Nicholson, KY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Nicholson 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
Nicholson, KY$4,369/mo$4,056/mo+7.7%
Kentucky$4,416/mo$4,381/mo+0.8%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Nicholson, KY
2024 average cost:$4,369/mo
2023 average cost:$4,056/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$4,416/mo
2023 average cost:$4,381/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Nicholson, KY

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What families are saying about assisted living in Nicholson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Nicholson

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

Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH

3.4
My wife is now the COO so my opinion is biased. She also took care of my mother there for a year and knows what needs improvement. She is actively working to improve everything about the place. Overall, I would say it is better than most places. Certainly better than the ones we toured ...
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Brookdale Kenwood (Offering HealthPlus) in Cincinnati, OH

4.0
Communication with the family about things which happen w/ the patient and are not the norm. Staff follow through on the established care plan can be hit or miss. The billing charges are simply wacky. Housekeeping could be improved all over the facility. The staff is FANTASTIC!

Nicholson review score based on 123 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 123 reviews of 12 Nicholson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Nicholson 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

Nicholson review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Nicholson, KY12 facilities
8.0
Independence, KY18 facilities
8.1
Walton, KY164 facilities

Review subcategories for Nicholson 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 123 reviews of 12 Nicholson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Nicholson 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.
Nicholson, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.7
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.2
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
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Nicholson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nicholson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nicholson, 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 Nicholson 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 Nicholson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Nicholson, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nicholson 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 Nicholson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nicholson, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nicholson 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 Nicholson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nicholson, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Nicholson 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 Nicholson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nicholson, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
58.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nicholson 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 Nicholson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nicholson, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Nicholson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Nicholson protect seniors.
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