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10 Best Nursing Homes in Mercer County, KY
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Mercer County 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 Mercer County, 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 Mercer County or another care type is right for you. Browse 14 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Mercer County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Copper Run, Copperfield and Clemens Hts/Clemens Grove.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Brush Grove, Mooresville and Sharpsville.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Mercer County, KY
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I would rate everything as a 5. My mom and stepdad are happy at McDowell Place. It's clean, the staff is friendly and caring. The dining manager is responsive to suggestions and they have lots of activities....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
McDowell Place of Danville is a unique independent and assisted living community, also offering respite and personal care. It is spacious, comfortable and finely appointed to make your stay, or that of a loved one, as pleasant as possible.What makes McDowell Place unique? Our people: We have 46...
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When I tell my kids everything the staff does for me they can't believe it! The staff is super sweet and go above and beyond to care for all of us!
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.
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My loved one is currently a resident at Walker's Trail Senior Living and everything has been great for her at this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The food and activities are great. The...
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.
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All everything is is is top notch. The food could be better other than that everything was great. The place made my folks feel at home. The management and staff were very approachable and attentive. The...
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.
Come experience the Daisy Hill Difference! We encourage you to visit several senior living communities and then come visit us at Daisy Hill Senior Living. We are proud to not be a large, national 'cookie cutter' community. We know that each community should have it's own culture and personality....
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When it comes to the meals and dining service, our loved one complains that the food is bland. It seems they are just fixing things like the school cafeteria. I wish it had more of a restaurant flare spices...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Bridgepointe at Ashgrove Woods is a senior living community designed to help families grow closer as loved ones grow older. As a life plan community, we offer multiple levels of care at one address, with a lifestyle that balances active independence with trusted support. Residents enjoy a...
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We moved our mother from a luxury senior living community in Lexington, KY to Parkview Manor in Danville, where we now live, after she needed more skilled care than an independent community could offer. At...
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.
Anyone who isn't able to deal with the huge variety tasks involved in daily life can benefit from taking residence at Parkview Manor assisted living homes. This assisted living community offers a variety of different living accommodations for those with or without medical problems. Regardless of...
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Felt right from the start! My dad needed extra help with his medications and with bathing. He wasn't eating very well at home and forgot to take his pills often. Morning Pointe has a nurse to give his pills...
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.
Morning Pointe Senior Living The goal of Morning Pointe Assisted Living, Senior Living and The Lantern Alzheimer's Center of Excellence every day is to create Meaningful Days for the seniors we serve. Our mission is to be the provider of choice, offering exceptional and comprehensive quality...
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After 2 1/2 months our mother seems happy and she likes the staff and other residents. She likes the food and is eating more than she did in her home before she moved. She says she stays warm, which was one...
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.
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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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
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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: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Mercer County, KY
The average cost of senior living in Mercer County is $4,209 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lebanon, KY with an average of $3,489 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, KY vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Mercer County, KY by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Mercer County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Mercer County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Mercer County
Dominion of Frankfort
4.4
Staff interaction/communication is excellent. They are taking very good care of mother in law. They relieved us of a big burden and have been wonderful. I would recommend to others, and I already have.
The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Frankfort
5.0
I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this place it has turned out to be the perfect fit for my father and I am impressed. All of the staff have been so amazing and I am very comfortable with the quality of care he is receiving. The administration team has been helpful in making the ...
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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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Mercer County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer County, 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 Mercer County 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 Mercer County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer County 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 Mercer County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer County 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 Mercer County 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
21.4%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer County 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 Mercer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer County 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 Mercer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
0.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
McDowell Place of Danville, Cedarhurst of Beaumont and Cedarhurst of Nicholasville are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Mercer County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 14 nursing homes facilities near Mercer County, Kentucky. See the full list.
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