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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Established in 1899 as a pioneering mission of five Methodist Conferences, Twin Towers combines the unique charm of historic buildings with innovative programs and modern amenities to offer an unparalleled lifestyle for today's seniors. Along with the best of campus amenities, we offer the finest...
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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.
The Trails at East Loveland The Trails at East Loveland is a senior housing community in Loveland, Clermont, and Warren counties, OH. The bustling downtown area of Loveland is full of local shops and great restaurants that offer hours of fun for residents as well as friends and family. Nearby,...
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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.
Ashland Terrace has served Lexington, Kentucky as a nonprofit community for over one hundred and fifty years, providing reasonably priced housing and meals for independent women over sixty five.Located in a quiet, historic neighborhood of Chevy Chase, the Ashland Terrace environment is secure and...
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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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Emerson Center IncEmerson Center Inc. is a senior housing community in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains near the city of Lexington, Fayette County, KY. The temperate climate of the region is perfectly conducive to maintaining the health of the 55 and older set. Here they can sit back and...
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Emily Apartments is located in Frankfort, which is the capital city of the Bluegrass.  Frankfort has been named one of the most livable small cities due to its affordable housing and cost of living.  This area is rich in landscape, architecture, and history and is also known for its generous...
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My parents were very well cared for. I think they need to give more to the staff so they can keep the great care to the patients. I realize Your employees are as important as your patients. Your...
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.
Brookwood Retirement Community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community. Brookwood offers Independent and Assisted Living Apartments, short term skilled nursing, and long term care all within the same facility. Brookwood's apartments are duel certified, meaning they are all both Independent and...
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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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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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Petra, KY

The average cost of senior living in Petra is $3,483 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ewing, KY with an average of $727 per month.

Independent living costs in Petra, KY, vs. nearby cities

Petra, KY
$3,483/mo

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

Petra, KY
$3,483/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,769/mo
Independent Living
$3,483/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,811/mo
Studio
$4,818/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,723/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,636/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,707/mo

Senior living costs in Petra 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: Petra, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typePetra, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$3,483/mo$3,070/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,911/mo$4,146/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,769/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Petra, KY:$3,483/mo
Kentucky:$3,070/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Petra, KY:$4,911/mo
Kentucky:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Petra, KY:$4,769/mo
Kentucky:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Petra, KY, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Petra 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Petra, KY$3,354/mo$3,399/mo-1.3%
Kentucky$2,982/mo$3,049/mo-2.2%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Petra, KY
2024 average cost:$3,354/mo
2023 average cost:$3,399/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$2,982/mo
2023 average cost:$3,049/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Petra

Recent reviews for independent living in Petra

Eastgate Village in Cincinnati, OH

5.0
We are happy that our mom feels safe, comfortable, and she absolutely loves the facility and staff, thank you Eastgate Village for the peace of mind she has and our family, too!!! We have nothing goos to say about Eastgate Village and would recommend them to anyone facing a similar situation ...
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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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Elk River Senior in Georgetown, KY

5.0
At Elk River Senior everything seems good. I have no complaints. Everything here gets five stars from me. The facility is clean. The staff are friendly. It is a good value. I am very pleased with this facility.

Petra independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Petra independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Petra, 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 Petra 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 Petra 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
26.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Petra 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 Petra communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Petra 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 Petra offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
31.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.6%
47%
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StoryPoint Union, Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort and Magnolia Springs Lexington are the top-rated independent living facilities near Petra, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 186 independent living facilities near Petra, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Petra, Kentucky are StoryPoint Union, Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort and Magnolia Springs Lexington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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