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10 Best Nursing Homes in Columbia, KY

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Columbia nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Columbia, KY may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Columbia or another care type is right for you. Browse 66 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Columbia.

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zipAverageCost: $3,783

Nursing Homes Facilities near Columbia, KY

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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.
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
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.
Photo of WAYNESBURG MANOR, LLC
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of CRESTVIEW PERSONAL CARE HOME
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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 nursing homes in Columbia, KY

The average cost of senior living in Columbia is $3,783 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tompkinsville, KY with an average of $2,982 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Columbia, KY, vs. nearby cities

Columbia, KY
$3,783/mo

Nursing homes costs in Columbia, KY, vs. state and national averages

Columbia, KY
$3,783/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Columbia, KY, vs. other senior living options

$3,650/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,783/mo

Nursing homes costs in Columbia, KY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,645/mo
Studio
$4,190/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,605/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,376/mo

Senior living costs in Columbia vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Columbia, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbia, KYKentuckyU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,783/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,650/mo$4,146/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,650/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,269/mo$3,070/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Columbia, KY:$3,783/mo
Kentucky:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Columbia, KY:$3,650/mo
Kentucky:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Columbia, KY:$3,650/mo
Kentucky:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Columbia, KY:$2,269/mo
Kentucky:$3,070/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Columbia, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Columbia 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Columbia, KY

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Columbia 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Columbia, KY$3,820/mo$3,911/mo-2.3%
Kentucky$4,454/mo$4,004/mo+11.3%
National$5,286/mo$4,970/mo+6.4%
Columbia, KY
2024 average cost:$3,820/mo
2023 average cost:$3,911/mo
Percent change:-2.3%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$4,454/mo
2023 average cost:$4,004/mo
Percent change:+11.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,286/mo
2023 average cost:$4,970/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
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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 nursing homes in Columbia

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Columbia

Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY

5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before. The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.

Morning Pointe of Danville

5.0
Our first choice! We just experienced the difficulty decision to place my mother in Senior home. It was so very hard, but Morning Pointe made this process very easy. We are very satisfied with the care she is receiving. I am amazed at the care and compassion that all the staff shows! My mother ...
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Parkview Manor in Danville, KY

4.0
I would recommend the community to others. They are friendly, and informative. The communication could be better, not sure if this is because of COVID, or because they are busier. The administrative is also similar to the care staff.

Columbia nursing homes services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in Columbia nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Columbia that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Columbia, KYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
11.8%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.8%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.5%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.5%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.5%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.8%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.5%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.5%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.5%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Columbia nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Columbia Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Columbia, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
26.5%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.7%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbia nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Columbia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.9%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.7%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.7%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Columbia nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Columbia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
0.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Columbia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.7%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.9%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.7%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
17.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
17.6%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.7%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.7%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
17.6%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.6%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Highlands Square, Cooper Trail Senior Living and Walker's Trail Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Columbia, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 66 nursing homes facilities near Columbia, Kentucky. See the full list.
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