The Best Memory Care Communities in Warren County, KY

Home to the city of Bowling Green and more than 16,000 seniors 65 and older, Warren County is the fifth most populous county in the state of Kentucky. Approximately 71,000 seniors in the state have Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, and many of them reside within the county. In order to accommodate their needs, there are two memory care facilities in the area. Officially recognized by the state as Assisted Living Communities, these locations are certified by the Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living.

Families of seniors who need memory care may want to know what other medical options are available close to their loved one's residence. Warren County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

• The violent crime ranking for Warren County is 16 points higher than the national average of 31. It's 26 points higher than the average crime rate for Kentucky, which is 21. Families using a memory care facility may want to check if their chosen facility uses cameras, secure access points, alarms and other security features.
• Seniors with respiratory conditions will be happy to know that the air in Warren County gets a passing grade for particle pollution from the American Lung Association. They also gave the county an A for ozone pollution.
• The comfort index for Warren County is 52, which is just two points below the national average of 54. Winters can be cold but not extreme with lows in January reaching 27 degrees. Families may want to inquire what memory care staff do to keep residents comfortable in summer and winter.
• For families looking for memory care on a limited budget, Warren County may be a great location. The cost of living is 6 percent below the national average of 100; however, it's 4 points higher than Kentucky's overall average of 90.
  

Memory Care costs in Warren County start around $5,237 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Warren 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.

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

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.

Warren 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.