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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Hays, KY

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 6 independent living facilities in Hays, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Briarwood Manor, Delafield and Shawnee Estates.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bowling Green, Glasgow and Scottsville.

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66 Floor plans available
9.9
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The environment is clean, the staff is friendly, and they are very accommodating. I would absolutely recommend them to others.
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.
Located conveniently on Campbell Lane, Morningside of Bowling Green has provided a home-like atmosphere for seniors since 1999. We understand the uniqueness of each resident and promote continued independence through individualized service plans that address the physical, spiritual, intellectual,...
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Very clean facility, doesn't look medical at all, truly looks and feels like a big home with bedrooms and a living room. Residents are extremely kind and welcoming
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.
Hometown Manor has been serving residents in this community for over 15 years. At Hometown Manor, we strive to serve as a model of quality assisted living care offering affordable living in a home-like environment. We offer a small setting that features family-style dining and engaging common...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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
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.
If you are looking for affordable personalized care in a peaceful and welcoming environment, make Edmonson Center your next home. Edmonson Center is a Genesis senior living community located in downtown Brownsville, we are minutes away from Mammoth Cave National Park, the world's longest known...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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
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, 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Hays, KY

The average cost of senior living in Hays is $3,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upton, KY with an average of $2,672 per month.

Independent living costs in Hays, KY, vs. state and national averages

Hays, KY
$3,071/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Hays, KY, vs. other senior living options

$6,529/mo
Independent Living
$3,071/mo

Independent living costs in Hays, KY, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,015/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,558/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,305/mo

Senior living costs in Hays 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: Hays, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHays, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,071/mo$3,031/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,025/mo$4,886/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,529/mo$6,155/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Hays, KY:$3,071/mo
Kentucky:$3,031/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Hays, KY:$4,025/mo
Kentucky:$4,886/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Hays, KY:$6,529/mo
Kentucky:$6,155/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Hays, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hays 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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Independent living cost trends in Hays, KY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hays 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 average 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
Hays, KY$3,173/mo$3,060/mo+3.7%
Kentucky$2,730/mo$2,628/mo+3.9%
National$2,945/mo$2,929/mo+0.5%
Hays, KY
2024 average cost:$3,173/mo
2023 average cost:$3,060/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$2,730/mo
2023 average cost:$2,628/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$2,945/mo
2023 average cost:$2,929/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hays

Recent reviews for independent living in Hays

Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community of Glasgow

5.0
The staff are excellent. They take pride in their work, and take care of residents as if they were their family. Mom receives great care at her home away from home. Food is great, personal care of mom is exceptional. They always get her ready for appointments and trips outside the ...
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Village Manor in Bowling Green, KY

5.0
My loved one has had a turn around since being here. They people are so friendly. She feels part of a community now. It has made all the difference in the world for her attitude and stability and ability to find joy. She doesn't feel alone and feels much safer.

The Bungalows at Bowling Green

5.0
My grandmother lived here for a few months and while it was unfortunate that she didn't get to remain longer. She was well taken care of while she was a resident. She passed away in a place that was truly her home. We had a great relationship with the staff and some of the other residents. We ...
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Hays independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hays independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hays, 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 Hays 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 Hays 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
32.4%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.9%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Hays 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 Hays communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hays, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
36.7%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hays 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 Hays offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hays, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.8%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.2%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.1%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.6%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.9%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.6%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
51.7%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.4%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bungalows at Bowling Green, Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community of Glasgow and Glasgow Health Care Facility are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hays, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Hays, Kentucky. See the full list.
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The best independent living facility near you in Hays, Kentucky is The Bungalows at Bowling Green. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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