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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Backusburg, KY

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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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59 reviews
9.6
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59 reviews
5 star
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4 star
8%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
3%
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5's all the way down! My parents moved in 2 weeks ago and are very happy. The process of securing the unit and the move in could not have been smoother. Staff there are very professional and thoughtful and...
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.
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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99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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2 reviews
5 star
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I'm so glad my sister was able to find a place where she could be happy and satisfied. After a stroke, she she was unable to live alone. She was surprised, bewildered, and anxious about the future. The...
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.
Located in the heart of beautiful western Kentucky, Morningside of Mayfield provides a home-like atmosphere and family feel.  We understand the uniqueness of each resident and promote continued independence through individualized service plans which address the physical, spiritual,...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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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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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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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Cost of independent living in Backusburg, KY

The average cost of senior living in Backusburg is $2,803 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cadiz, KY with an average of $2,561 per month.

Independent living costs in Backusburg, KY, vs. state and national averages

Backusburg, KY
$2,803/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Backusburg, KY, vs. other senior living options

Independent Living
$2,803/mo

Independent living costs in Backusburg, KY, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,906/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,479/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,357/mo

Senior living costs in Backusburg 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: Backusburg, KY
Column state: Kentucky
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBackusburg, KYKentuckyU.S.
Independent Living$2,803/mo$3,031/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$3,739/mo$4,886/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$6,155/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Backusburg, KY:$2,803/mo
Kentucky:$3,031/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Backusburg, KY:$3,739/mo
Kentucky:$4,886/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Backusburg, KY:unavailable
Kentucky:$6,155/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Backusburg

Recent reviews for independent living in Backusburg

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.

Brookdale Murray

4.0
Mom was only there for a month and a half and she fell and passed. Friendly and clean. Food was fair. Overall it is a place I would recommend.

Backusburg independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Backusburg independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Backusburg, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Backusburg independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Backusburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Backusburg, KYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23%
18%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
30.3%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
27.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
29.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Backusburg independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Backusburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Backusburg, KYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.4%
38.2%
Room service
Room service
47.7%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.7%
15%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Backusburg independent 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 independent living communities in Backusburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Backusburg, KYNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.5%
39.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.9%
25%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.3%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
41.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.9%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.4%
47.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
37.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.7%
41.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.7%
41.1%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.9%
35%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.7%
40.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Murray, The Bungalows at Mayfield and Autumn Ridge Personal Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Backusburg, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near Backusburg, Kentucky. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Backusburg, Kentucky is Brookdale Murray. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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