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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Salem, KY
If you’re looking for assisted living in Salem, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Salem or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Salem.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Salem for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 42 assisted living facilities in the Salem area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Tyler and Rowlandtown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Marion, Golconda and Brookport.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 assisted living in Salem, KY
The average cost of senior living in Salem is $3,507 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Providence, KY with an average of $2,559 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Salem, KY vs. nearby cities
Salem, KY
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Salem, KY vs. the state and national average
Salem, KY
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Salem vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Salem, KY by room type
Semi-Private
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Salem over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Salem, 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 Salem.
Private income options in Kentucky
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VA benefits in Kentucky
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Medicare and Medicaid in Kentucky
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What families are saying about assisted living in Salem
Recent reviews for assisted living in Salem
Brookstone of Harrisburg
5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!
The Neighborhood at Paducah
5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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The Bungalows at Mayfield
4.6
It's been good so far my mom is doing good there. They keep her fed and gives her activities to do there is always something going on there.
Salem review score based on 41 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 33 Salem assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Salem review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Salem review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Salem assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 41 reviews of 33 Salem assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Salem resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Salem, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Salem assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem 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
9.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
24.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Salem 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 Salem 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
24.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem 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 Salem 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
12.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
21.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
24.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.2%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Salem
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Kentucky assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Salem protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Murray, Rivercrest Place and The Neighborhood at Paducah are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Salem, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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