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We liked the friendly people and clean facilities. It was nice having the unit vacuumed and mopped every week and the laundry done and folded.
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.
Brookdale Senior Living-Murray, KYWe say YES!We are an award-winning assisted living community serving seniors in Murray, Kentucky. We are located just a few minutes south of downtown, which provides our residents with easy access to shopping and dining venues. Our residents also enjoy attending...
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My loved one was previously a resident at River's Bend Retirement Community and overall his experience at this facility was good. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The care services were okay....
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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
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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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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Canton, KY

The average cost of senior living in Canton is $3,219 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dawson Springs, KY with an average of $3,323 per month.

Assisted living costs in Canton, KY, vs. nearby cities

Canton, KY
$3,219/mo
$3,376/mo
$3,493/mo

Assisted living costs in Canton, KY, vs. state and national averages

Canton, KY
$3,219/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Canton, KY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,219/mo
$3,219/mo

Assisted living costs in Canton, KY, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,788/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,425/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,755/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,800/mo

Senior living costs in Canton 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: Canton, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCanton, KYKentuckyU.S.
Assisted Living$3,219/mo$4,146/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,219/mo$4,162/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,703/mo$3,070/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Canton, KY:$3,219/mo
Kentucky:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Canton, KY:$3,219/mo
Kentucky:$4,162/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Canton, KY:$2,703/mo
Kentucky:$3,070/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Canton, KY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Canton 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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Assisted living cost trends in Canton, KY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Canton 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Canton, KY$3,331/mo$4,675/mo-28.7%
Kentucky$3,604/mo$3,567/mo+1.0%
National$4,588/mo$4,532/mo+1.2%
Canton, KY
2024 average cost:$3,331/mo
2023 average cost:$4,675/mo
Percent change:-28.7%
Kentucky
2024 average cost:$3,604/mo
2023 average cost:$3,567/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$4,588/mo
2023 average cost:$4,532/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Canton, KY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Canton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Canton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Canton

Brookdale Murray

5.0
I am so comfortable living here! The leads and RN's are so very nice. My meds are brought up to me. The food is great and I have made many good friends. [name removed] activities are great!

River's Bend Retirement Community in Kuttawa, KY

4.0
Mom loves her new home. The staff are nice and accommodating. The food is sometimes served cold. She does like being there.

Canton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canton, 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 Canton assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Canton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
12.5%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Canton assisted living

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 Canton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
12.5%
52%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Canton assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Canton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Canton assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Canton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canton assisted 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 assisted living communities in Canton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Canton

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Kentucky assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Canton protect seniors.
Learn about Kentucky assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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