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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Franklin County, KY

The average cost of memory care in Franklin County is $5,940 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,500.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Franklin County

Franklin County, Kentucky, is home of the state's capital, Frankfort, and has a large senior population, with 17.5 percent of its 50,485 residents falling into the 65-and-older age bracket. For residents who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, specialized care is available at 12 memory care facilities in Franklin County or nearby in neighboring Fayette or Scott Counties.

Memory care for Kentucky’s nearly 71,000 residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is available in either assisted living communities or personal care homes. These facilities offer assistance with daily living, social activities, and basic health services along with the continuous monitoring and supervision that is generally required for memory care patients. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Franklin County is served by a 173-bed regional hospital that houses a Level III trauma center, primary stroke center and accredited chest pain center for peace of mind if a medical emergency occurs. Five major hospitals are within a 20-minute drive of Franklin County, including the University of Kentucky Hospital located in nearby Lexington.
  • The cost of living in Franklin County is 17 percent lower than the U.S. average, which may be important when budgeting for memory care expenses such as healthcare and housing. 
  • Temperatures can dip into the low 20s in winter and soar into the upper 80s in summer in Franklin County. When assessing a memory care facility, it’s important to find out how staff ensures dementia patients’ safety during times of extreme weather.
  • Seniors in Frankfurt and the rest of Kentucky are exempt from paying tax on all Social Security income and enjoy a hefty deduction for most other types of retirement income. This can be beneficial for families who need to put more money toward memory care. 

Paying for Memory Care in Franklin County

Memory Care costs in Franklin County start around $5,940 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,743 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Franklin County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in Kentucky

Scott County

$6,037

Franklin County

$5,940

Fayette County

$5,874

US

$5,743

Jessamine County

$5,700

Jefferson County

$5,645

Nelson County

$2,700

Boyle County

$2,400

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Franklin County

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Kentucky page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Kentucky page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Franklin County

Franklin County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Franklin County, please visit our Memory Care in Kentucky page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Franklin County

Franklin County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Kentucky are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Kentucky page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Mike

I visited this facility

Review of Dominion Senior Living of Frankfort

Dominion Senior Living of Frankfort was a very nice place. The food and dining area were excellent. We visited the memory care and the place looked brand new and spotless. It looked like they just...

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Dawn

I visited this facility

Review of The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Frankfort

The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Frankfort is a very, very nice facility, especially if your family has dementia. They have a doctor on site. They have a hair salon, they have a podiatrist there...

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Memory Care

Dean

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Frankfort

My husband is at The Lantern at Morning Pointe of Frankfort. The nurses and aides that work there are more on their toes and are more aware of what my husband is doing than what they knew over...

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