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Photo of The Neighborhood at Paducah
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A few months ago I began searching for assisted living for mother. After touring and visiting facilities, I can say that [name removed] was the absolute best at helping me decide the level of care for mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Located in the Lone Oak area of Paducah, Morningside of Paducah offers assisted living services in a gracious home-like setting.  In addition to a variety of apartment styles in assisted living, we offer secure memory support services in apartments specifically built with the needs of our...
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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.
Jackson Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Jackson Oaks is a proud member of the Paducah Community. We're conveniently close to all that the city has to offer, with shopping, excellent healthcare and exciting restaurants just minutes from your door. ...
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Sharing attributes of W B SANDERS: 1) Community Areas. For example: TV and nice furnishing to sit on and enjoy watching TV alone or with others. 2) Security. Which I found to be quite ...
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.
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My loved one was previously a resident at River's Bend Retirement Community and overall his experience at this facility was good. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The care services were okay....
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.
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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.
New Haven Assisted Living - PaducahNew Haven Assisted Living is a resident’s home away from home, nestled in the cozy city of Paducah, Kentucky. The area is dotted with natural parks and stands at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee River. Bob Noble Park, located less than half a mile from...
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They took very good care of my father at New Haven Assisted Living, and they advocated for him when he had challenges. There was one employee that got a little too friendly with him and gave him her...
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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.
Located in the beautiful town of Marion in Kentucky, New Haven Assisted Living is the best choice as the new home for your loved one. Known for our home-like atmosphere and high staff to resident ratio, we pride ourselves on offering the best possible care and attention for your family member. ...
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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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Cost of independent living in Heater, KY

The average cost of senior living in Heater is $3,148 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Providence, KY with an average of $2,559 per month.

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

Heater, KY
$3,148/mo
$3,219/mo

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

Heater, KY
$3,148/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,450/mo
Independent Living
$3,148/mo

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

Studio
$3,215/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,515/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,916/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,800/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Heater over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Heater

Recent reviews for independent living in Heater

The Neighborhood at Paducah

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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Rivercrest Place in Paducah, KY

5.0
My family is so pleased with the care my mother- in-law, [name removed] receives at Rivercrest Place. It is such a burden off of us to know that she receives assistance with her medicine and care when she needs it. She loves the food, especially the fried catfish every Friday. They even take her ...
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Holiday Jackson Oaks in Paducah, KY

4.8
Enjoy the activities and the meals are good.The employees are really nice and helpful. This is a nice place to live. There is a bus driver on staff and they take us to our appointments and to Walmart on Wednesday

Heater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Heater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Heater, 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 Heater 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 Heater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Heater 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 Heater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Heater 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 Heater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
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Rivercrest Place, The Neighborhood at Paducah and W.B. Sanders Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Heater, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Heater, Kentucky. See the full list.

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