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Communities in Owensboro, KY
Owensboro sits along U.S. Route 60, about 100 miles outside Louisville, and serves as the...
seat of Daviess County. In this community, assisted living facilities set a baseline monthly fee of around $2,808 in 2024, bringing savings over the Kentucky median of $4,335. The region offers a diverse range of options for those seeking this level of care, including facilities within Owensboro and more in nearby cities.
Below, you’ll find 116 reviews testimonials of local assisted living facilities, helping you identify options that may fit your needs. Altogether, these facilities average 3.6 out of 5 stars stars from reviewers.
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JD752
5.0
Review of Cedarhurst of Owensboro
I toured Cedarhurst of Owensboro. I was impressed with the overall visual pleasantness of the place. It's fairly new and isn't rundown at all, but it's well-kept and well-built. The units are very,...
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Joyce
4.0
Review of Cedarhurst of Owensboro
I toured Cedarhurst of Owensboro, and it's a new facility. The rooms have washers and dryers, so you don't have to leave your room to wash your clothes. If I had stayed there, that's where I would...
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John PM
5.0
Review of Cedarhurst of Owensboro
I have a family member who lives at Cedarhurst. All of our interactions with the staff there have been good. Staff goes above and beyond to take care of her. Anything we have ever asked about, they...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Owensboro, KY and Nearby Cities
Based on insight from the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs in Owensboro run around $2,808 per month. This falls below the respective state and national norms of $4,335 and $5,350, as well as costs in several nearby cities. For example, seniors in Elizabethtown pay about $5,250, and in Louisville, facilities charge approximately $5,342.
Owensboro
$2,808
Kentucky
$4,335
The United States
$5,350
Bowling Greenn
$4,740
Elizabethtown
$5,250
Lexington
$5,188
Louisville/Jefferson County
$5,342
Paying for Assisted Living in Owensboro, KY
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Owensboro
While Kentucky does not use Medicaid to cover assisted living services, seniors who receive Supplemental Security Income and the optional state supplement may use this benefit toward expenses.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Kentucky page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Kentucky page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Owensboro, KY
Assisted living costs in Owensboro trend close to $2,808 per month, offering financial incentives over other local senior care solutions. For example, home health care costs about $430 more and doesn't include meals and housing, and nursing home care costs roughly $6,935 for semi-private units.
Home Health Care
$3,241
Assisted Living Facility
$2,808
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$6,935
Free Assisted Living Resources in Owensboro
Owensboro seniors have access to a broad range of resources to help them make the best decisions for their long-term care needs. The following table features local nonprofit agencies and programs that provide one-on-one options counseling, benefits screenings, information and referrals for community-based services and social and recreational activities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Green River Area Development District | (270) 926-4433 | The Green River Area Development District is the designated Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center for the Owensboro region. Through its Aging & Disability Services program, it provides health insurance options counseling to help older adults identify the best ways to pay for assisted living, and it operates the region’s Senior Medicare Patrol program to reduce Medicare waste and fraud. It also has a Veteran-Directed Home and Community Based Services program to help veterans access the services they need. |
| Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs | District 5 | (270) 684-5034 | The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs: District 5 office serves veterans in Owensboro and the surrounding region. This local office specializes in helping veterans obtain the benefits they’re entitled to, including the Aid and Attendance benefit and pension programs, which can help cover assisted living. The office can also connect individuals with social support, volunteer opportunities and community-based services. |
| Senior Community Center of Owensboro-Daviess County | (270) 687-4640 | The local senior center provides a range of social and recreational activities for older adults in the Owensboro region. It has a rotating calendar with activities such as dance classes, bingo, yoga, crafts and line dancing. It also helps qualifying seniors access benefits and services such as senior counseling services, Medicaid assistance and transportation. |
| Audubon Area Community Services | (270) 683-1527 | Audubon Area Community Services operates the region’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, which connects those aged 55 and over with volunteer opportunities in the community. Volunteer options include mentoring and tutoring local children in their schools, distributing food in food banks and providing administrative support for nonprofit agencies. |
| Kentucky Legal Aid | (270) 683-4585 | Kentucky Legal Aid specializes in age-related issues such as drafting wills, assigning powers of attorney and reviewing assisted living contracts and payment arrangements. The office can also help seniors resolve issues related to public benefits such as denied Medicare claims or Social Security overpayment. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Owensboro
Owensboro-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Kentucky are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Kentucky page for more information about these laws.
