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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Buskirk, KY

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pleasant Valley and Pauley.
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Photo of Dogwood Crossing
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8.8
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5 star
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4 star
33%
3 star
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After touring a few different places, Dogwood Crossing was the only place my step father actually liked and felt like he would be comfortable staying there. The facility is very well kept with a homey feel...
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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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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8.0
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have been very pleased with everything at the Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff Commonwealth! Thank you all! Based on the experience I have had so far, I would definitely recommend this community to...
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.
Offering independent living plus, assisted living and memory care, Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff provides its residents a home that is truly in harmony with nature. Nestled in beautiful surroundings, the senior living community offers a stunning view of the Appalachian Mountains....
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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
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Louisa Senior Apartments is a senior housing community located in the picturesque city of Louisa, Lawrence County, Kentucky. In Louisa, you can enjoy the unique fact that the city is located where the Tug and Levisa Forks meet with the Big Sandy River. Louisa is famous for being an excellent...
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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.
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: Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Buskirk, KY

The average cost of senior living in Buskirk is $3,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hindman, KY with an average of $255 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buskirk, KY vs. nearby cities

Buskirk, KY
$3,202/mo
$3,531/mo
$1,153/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buskirk, KY vs. the state and national average

Buskirk, KY
$3,202/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buskirk vs. other types of senior living

$4,044/mo
Independent Living
$3,202/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Buskirk, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$3,912/mo
Studio
$5,195/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,172/mo
2 Bedroom
$540/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Buskirk

Recent reviews for independent living in Buskirk

Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff

4.6
My Mother had spent a lot of time at this facility, and she passed on to Heaven here, Mom seemed to like it, and enjoyed her time there, I have several pictures of her at the facility, Celebrating her Birthday, Christmases and other Holidays, and she Always had a Big Smile on her face, and ...
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Dogwood Crossing in Tazewell, VA

4.5
The care they give him. For the most part, they have a good crew taking care of him and them except for a certain two people. Everyone seems to be very friendly and ask if I need anything. They are very hospitable and that is very much appreciated. A couple of my husbands friends went to see him ...
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Buskirk independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buskirk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buskirk, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buskirk independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buskirk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buskirk, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
33.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buskirk independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buskirk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buskirk, KYNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buskirk independent 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 independent living communities in Buskirk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buskirk, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
9.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dogwood Crossing, Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff and Signature HealthCARE of Pikeville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buskirk, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Buskirk, Kentucky. See the full list.

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