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Home to 332,570 Kentuckians, approximately 13% of whom are seniors, Lexington is the state’s second-largest city behind Louisville. If you’re in search of a retirement location that can help you save a little money while enjoying access to exceptional medical care, this one is worth a look. Lexington’s overall cost of living is 11% below the national average, and its sales tax rate of 6% is slightly lower than the U.S. average of 7.3%. Lexington’s also home to the state’s top-ranked medical facility, University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital.
Retirees considering Lexington may find that taking up residence in an assisted living community best fits their needs for light help with their everyday activities. According to the annual Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the cost of a month of assisted living care in Lexington is $4,568, which is within $100 of the U.S. average.
In this guide, we’ll look into the prices of assisted living care in Lexington as they compare to other cities in the region. There’s also a breakdown of some local private and public resources you can call on for a little assistance living your best life in Lexington.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Kentucky. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
The average cost of a month of assisted living care in Lexington is $4,568, making Lexington the most expensive city in Kentucky for such care.
While Lexington’s monthly cost for assisted living care is over a thousand dollars higher than the Kentucky average of $3,448 per month, it’s also just $68 higher than the national average of $4,500.
Genworth’s data reports assisted living costs from Lexington and four other Kentucky cities. Of those, Owensboro is the cheapest, with a monthly cost of $3,088, with Elizabethtown also below the state average at $3,225. Bowling Green and Louisville both report a price of $3,500, which is just barely over the Kentucky average. Looking at prices in bordering states illustrates how relatively low Kentucky’s costs are, though. Tennessee seniors living in Nashville pay an average of $4,100 a month for assisted living care, while Ohioans living in Cincinnati pay $4,666 a month.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Kentucky.
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859-278-6072 |
Stop in to the Lexington Senior Center to meet with other Fayette County adults for social, fitness and educational opportunities that include piano and drum lessons, sewing and pottery seminars, seated dance and yoga, cardio training and card games such as bridge and pinochle. The center is open to able-bodied adults aged 60 and up and their spouses. |
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859-257-2657 |
Kentucky residents 65 years of age and up are eligible for this scholarship, which covers tuition and most fees for classes at the University of Kentucky and other state-supported colleges. Unlike many continuing education scholarships for seniors, the Donovan Scholarship may be used to take classes for credit toward a degree rather than simply for the experience. |
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859-277-9215 |
The primary role of this office is to respond to complaints and ensure quality of care for seniors who reside in assisted living communities, nursing homes and similar facilities. Representatives of the ombudsman’s office can also inform LTC residents of their rights, help them research different facilities that may be more suited to their situations and recommend updates to existing community policies regarding resident care. |
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859-233-4511 |
If you’re a U.S. military veteran, you can make appointments for VA care and support through this branch. Services offered here include mental health care, prescription refills, pulmonary medicine and caregiver training, among others. |
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800-372-2968 |
Seniors and other individuals who experience some trouble reading print can sign up through this service to receive audiobooks and Braille-enhanced material for free. While participation in the program does require a completed application, there is a wide range of eligible conditions, including arthritis, stroke, severely diminished vision, dyslexia and more. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Lexington area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
