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10 Best Nursing Homes in St Matthews, KY

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a St Matthews 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 St Matthews, 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 St Matthews or another care type is right for you. Browse 88 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in St Matthews.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kosmosdale, Crescent Hill and Longview.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Olive Branch, Finchville and Rivals.

Nursing Homes Facilities near St Matthews, KY

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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.
Photo of Independence Square At Louisville
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 Chapel House
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.
Photo of Riverview Village
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Photo of Yellowwood Terrace
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.
Photo of Westminster Village Kentuckiana
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.
Photo of Regency Health Care Ctr
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.
Photo of Windsong Icf/Mr
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: 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 St Matthews, KY

The average cost of senior living in St Matthews is $4,651 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seneca Gardens, KY with an average of $4,605 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in St Matthews, KY vs. nearby cities

St Matthews, KY
$4,651/mo
$4,651/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in St Matthews, KY vs. the state and national average

St Matthews, KY
$4,651/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in St Matthews vs. other types of senior living

$4,594/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,651/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in St Matthews, KY by room type

Semi-Private
$4,557/mo
Studio
$4,816/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,301/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,735/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$485/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in St Matthews over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in St Matthews

Recent reviews for nursing homes in St Matthews

Bennett Place in New Albany, IN

4.9
I sensed a real concern by the staff for the people under their care. While there may have been internal (employee/employer) issues, as there may be in any work environment, it never manifested itself in my presence. In my opinion, employees are acting professionally in that regard. As for the ...
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Amber Oaks Assisted Living in Shelbyville, KY

3.6
Amber Oaks Assisted Living is a really good place. We have no issues with the staff. It's a location with not a lot of traffic. My family member really enjoys it there. They provide quality service that gives me peace of mind.

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.

St Matthews nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Matthews nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Matthews, 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 St Matthews 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 St Matthews 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
42.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.8%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in St Matthews 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 St Matthews Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Matthews, KYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.2%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Matthews 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 St Matthews partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Matthews, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in St Matthews 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 St Matthews communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
49.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Matthews 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 St Matthews offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.2%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia Springs Louisville, Dominion Senior Living of Louisville and The Ashton on Dorsey are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near St Matthews, Kentucky. See full list of communities.

There are 88 nursing homes facilities near St Matthews, Kentucky. See the full list.

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