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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 assisted living in Walnut Flat, KY

The average cost of senior living in Walnut Flat is $4,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bradfordsville, KY with an average of $3,411 per month.

Assisted living costs in Walnut Flat, KY, vs. nearby cities

Walnut Flat, KY
$4,306/mo
$4,241/mo

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

Walnut Flat, KY
$4,306/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Walnut Flat, KY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,306/mo
$4,306/mo

Assisted living costs in Walnut Flat, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$4,860/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,761/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,089/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Senior living costs in Walnut Flat 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: Walnut Flat, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWalnut Flat, KYKentuckyU.S.
Assisted Living$4,306/mo$4,146/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,306/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,797/mo$3,070/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Walnut Flat, KY:$4,306/mo
Kentucky:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Walnut Flat, KY:$4,306/mo
Kentucky:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Walnut Flat, KY:$2,797/mo
Kentucky:$3,070/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Walnut Flat, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Walnut Flat 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 Walnut Flat, KY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Walnut Flat 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Walnut Flat, KY$4,947/mo$4,732/mo+4.5%
Kentucky$4,416/mo$4,381/mo+0.8%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Walnut Flat, KY
2024 average cost:$4,947/mo
2023 average cost:$4,732/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$4,416/mo
2023 average cost:$4,381/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Walnut Flat, KY

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What families are saying about assisted living in Walnut Flat

Recent reviews for assisted living in Walnut Flat

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.

Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY

5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before. The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.

Morning Pointe of Lexington-East

5.0
I would like to thank the staff and the management for their hard work and compassionate care of my mother. It is never easy to trust someone else to care for your loved ones. They try very hard to make my mother feel at home, make her smile, and tailor her experience to meet her specific ...
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Walnut Flat review score based on 231 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 231 reviews of 67 Walnut Flat assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Walnut Flat 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

Walnut Flat review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Walnut Flat, KY67 facilities
8.5
Crab Orchard, KY12 facilities
8.3
Stanford, KY77 facilities

Review subcategories for Walnut Flat 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 231 reviews of 67 Walnut Flat assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Walnut Flat 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Walnut Flat assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walnut Flat assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walnut Flat, 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 Walnut Flat 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 Walnut Flat 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
35.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.8%
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
55.2%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.9%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.8%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Walnut Flat 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 Walnut Flat Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Walnut Flat, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
49.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.8%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.8%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walnut Flat 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 Walnut Flat 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
20.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Walnut Flat 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 Walnut Flat communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walnut Flat, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walnut Flat 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 Walnut Flat offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walnut Flat, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.8%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Walnut Flat

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 Walnut Flat protect seniors.
Learn about Kentucky assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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