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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Columbus, KY
If you’re looking for assisted living in South Columbus, 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 South Columbus or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in South Columbus.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in South Columbus for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 57 assisted living facilities in the South Columbus 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 Union City, Charleston and Bertrand.
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We at Charter Senior Living of Paducah opened July of 2023. The leadership team in Paducah has over 131 years combined experience in senior care. We won the McCracken County People's Choice Award for Best Assisted Living Community. We are nestled into the corner of New Holt Rd and Nth Friendship....
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New Haven Assisted Living - PaducahNew Haven Assisted Living is a resident’s home away from home, nestled in the cozy city of Paducah, Kentucky. The area is dotted with natural parks and stands at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee River. Bob Noble Park, located less than half a mile from...
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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.
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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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, 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
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, 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
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
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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.
Cost of assisted living in South Columbus, KY
The average cost of senior living in South Columbus is $3,529 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clinton, KY with an average of $3,389 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Columbus, KY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Columbus, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Columbus vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Columbus, KY by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in South Columbus over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Columbus, KY
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What families are saying about assisted living in South Columbus
Recent reviews for assisted living in South Columbus
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.
Lutheran Home Assisted Living in Cape Girardeau, MO
5.0
They were outstanding in every aspect. They even had live music one afternoon. My mother loved the food and everyone was very friendly and helpful. A Place for Mom was extremely helpful. [name removed] was great to work with. I recommend all the time!
South Columbus review score based on 41 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 46 South Columbus assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Columbus 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
South Columbus review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for South Columbus 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 46 South Columbus assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Columbus 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.South Columbus, KY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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South Columbus assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Columbus assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Columbus, 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 South Columbus 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 South Columbus 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
17.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.5%
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
23.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Columbus 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 South Columbus 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
23.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
19.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Columbus 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 South Columbus 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
13%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
28.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.7%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in South Columbus 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 South Columbus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
4.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
15.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Columbus 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 South Columbus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
19.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
6.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Columbus
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 South Columbus protect seniors.
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Brookdale Murray, Rivercrest Place and The Neighborhood at Paducah are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Columbus, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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