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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Spencer County, KY

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Kentucky is $3,031, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Spencer County area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Last Updated: 8/27/26
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Photo of Inspirations of Mount Washington
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff shows so much compassion for our family . They go out of their way to make sure she is happy and and has all she needs . I wouldn't have my mom...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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Photo of Harmony at Tucker Station
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1414 Floor plans available
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The staff is very friendly, the food is good and his apartment size is just right. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Independent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareComfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at Harmony at Tucker Station. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, our...
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Photo of Amber Oaks Assisted Living
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Overall I would give them a 4. I have noticed at times they have staffing issues but it doesn't seem to effect the care very much. My dad is very independent and only needs minimal assistance. May be...
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.
Amber Oaks, located in beautiful Shelbyville, Kentucky, is an award-winning, assisted living community dedicated to meeting the needs of senior adults who desire or require varying degrees of assistance with activities of daily living. Amber Oaks is more than a place to live. It offers...
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Photo of Crescent Place Assisted Living
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This is a small and caring community that gives personal attention to the residents. The staff are good. to work with The community is clean. The staff availability to the residents is outstanding. There...
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.
Crescent Place Assisted living is the premier establishment for discriminating patrons in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Bordered by a beautiful courtyard and maintained with an elegance only found in Kentucky, Crescent Place offers the lifestyle residents deserve. All the amenities a person could want...
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Photo of Bluegrass Assisted Living -Bardstown
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I never ate there and my dad did not participate in the activities. He is mostly non verbal now. Nice people and friendly staff.
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.
Bluegrass Assisted Living offers studio and one bedroom apartments, each with their own private bathroom complete with emergency pull cord.  Each apartment also has a kitchenette in which we provide a small refrigerator and a microwave.  Each apartment also has access to basic cable TV...
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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 South Shelby House is a senior apartment living complex located in Shelbyville, Shelby County, KY. The community itself is located right next to a hospital and just down the road from Clear Creek and driving distance of Shelby Lake. A large park offers views of Shelby Lake and beautiful and...
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.
North Shelby House is a senior housing development located in Shelbyville, Shelby County, Kentucky. Shelbyville is a quiet agricultural community with easy access to Interstate 64. The town has a rich history dating back to the civil war and has many historic buildings located in the downtown...
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.
Shelby House is located in the robust country town of Shelbyville, Shelby County, Kentucky. This green and splendid little town is full of country style charm and horse farmers along the way. There are marvelous places to eat and see in Shelbyville and it is a quiet reserved town with southern...
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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 Spencer County, KY

The average cost of senior living in Kentucky is $3,031 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Kentucky vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeKentuckyU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,031/mo$3,520/mo13.9% below national median
Assisted Living$4,886/mo$5,830/mo16.2% below national median
Memory Care$6,155/mo$6,999/mo12.1% below national median
Independent Living
Kentucky:$3,031/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:13.9% below national median
Assisted Living
Kentucky:$4,886/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:16.2% below national median
Memory Care
Kentucky:$6,155/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:12.1% below national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Spencer County

Recent reviews for independent living in Spencer County

Crescent Place Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.5
Most people were very friendly, others not so much. Laundry often was not picked up, and/or returned. Same with trash. Cleaning was minimal. Meals were not good. Too salty. Not enough salads, fruit & veggies.

Morning Pointe of Louisville

4.0
This community is brand new only been open a few months. The community is very close to my home which is a nice feature. I feel very comfortable placing my mom here. The nursing staff is wonderful here very nice and attentive and professional. There is room for improvement in the staffing of the ...
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Twinbrook Hotel Apartments in Louisville, KY

4.0
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Inspirations of Mount Washington, Harmony at Tucker Station and Amber Oaks Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Spencer County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Spencer County, Kentucky. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Spencer County, Kentucky are Magnolia Springs Louisville, StoryPoint Louisville East and The Ashton on Dorsey. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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