Best Skilled Nursing in Louisville, Kentucky
41 communities found
Louisville lists 41 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 41 rated communities. Of the 34 with Medicare star data, the average is 3.2 stars, with 7 rated five stars, 15 rated four stars or higher, and 4 rated one star. No pricing data or Medicaid-acceptance figures are published for this group.
- 41communities
- 4average rating, 41 rated
- 2,968family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
BeeHive Homes of Louisville- Smyrna Assisted Living
Louisville, Kentucky
5(43)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Cedarhurst Senior Living of East Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
4.8(69)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Little Sisters Of The Poor
Louisville, Kentucky
4.6(80)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Klondike Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Louisville, Kentucky
4.5(15)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Barton House Memory Care
Louisville, Kentucky
4.4(20)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Home Of The Innocents
Louisville, Kentucky
4.3(322)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Signature HealthCARE at Jefferson Place Rehab & Wellness Center
Louisville, Kentucky
4.3(138)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Signature HealthCARE at Jefferson Manor Rehab & Wellness Center
Louisville, Kentucky
4.3(100)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Wesley Manor Retirement Community
Louisville, Kentucky
4.3(65)
Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Treyton Oak Towers
Louisville, Kentucky
4.3(62)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Traditions at Beaumont
Louisville, Kentucky
4.3(59)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cherokee Park Rehabilitation
Louisville, Kentucky
4.3(52)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Louisville
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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BeeHive Homes of Louisville- Smyrna Assisted Living
5 (43 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This small, residential-style home holds a 5-star average from 42 Google reviews and stresses personalized, 24-hour care over an institutional setting.
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Cedarhurst Senior Living of East Louisville
4.8 (69 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cedarhurst of East Louisville carries a 4.7-star average from 70 reviews and offers dementia care recognized by the Alzheimer's Association.
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4.6 (80 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 35 units
Families describe a small, family-run Catholic nursing home with attentive care and cleanliness, though one reviewer noted a recurring entry call box issue.
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Klondike Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
4.5 (15 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 62 units
Most reviewers call Klondike warm and attentive, though one detailed report described neglect, including pressure ulcers and unaddressed falls.
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4.4 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.3 (322 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 76 units
Reviewers are split, with some praising cleanliness and staff dedication and others citing concerns about communication, staffing, and safety.
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Signature HealthCARE at Jefferson Place Rehab & Wellness Center
4.3 (138 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 96 units
Reviews are sharply divided between attentive, communicative staff and reports of falls, poor hygiene, and communication breakdowns during rehab stays.
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Signature HealthCARE at Jefferson Manor Rehab & Wellness Center
4.3 (100 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 100 units
Reviewers describe meaningful improvement in mobility, attentive nursing and therapy staff, and a clean environment, with no negative reviews reported.
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Wesley Manor Retirement Community
4.3 (65 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 68 units
Families describe a warm, faith-based community with attentive staff, though a few note the physical facility shows its age.
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4.3 (62 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
Reviewers praise the clean facility, friendly long-tenured staff, and food quality, while one review raised concerns about a staff member's handling of a dementia patient.
What families say about skilled nursing in Louisville
Counted across the review summaries of 41 Louisville communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, cited in 90% of the 41 communities, along with medical and nursing care in 63% and building and grounds in 51%. Cleanliness is noted in 41% and communication with families in 29%. On the concern side, communication with families comes up in 56% of reviews, cost and billing in 39%, staff attitude in 32%, and medical and nursing care in 32%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 90%
- Medical and nursing care 63%
- Building and grounds 51%
- Cleanliness 41%
- Communication with families 29%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 56%
- Cost and billing 39%
- Staff attitude 32%
- Medical and nursing care 32%
“My mother has moved there and it has been one of the best experiences! The staff are amazing. Everyone obviously loves their job and the residents. A special shout out to the activities staff for making it a fun and engaging atmosphere. Amy can make literally anything fun. Highly recommend!”
“If you haven’t seen the beautiful improvements that Cedarhurst of East Louisville is making, stop by there soon. This is a wonderful team making a difference every day in the lives of their residents and their families.”
“Amazing people here! Honestly, I would move in here if I could! There is not another facility like it that I have been to and I have been to many! Management down top notch care and compassion!”
Skilled Nursing in Louisville: the figures
- •Of the 35 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 29 have more than 60.
- •34 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5: 15 rated four stars or better, 4 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (39), medication management (39), 24-hour staff (39), housekeeping (38), wheelchair accessible (38), on-site nurse (rn) (37).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Kentucky
Most families in Kentucky start by paying privately for assisted living, memory care or independent living, drawing on retirement income, savings, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years ago, can also help cover monthly costs, though the terms and benefit amounts vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet certain service and financial requirements may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in Kentucky.
Skilled Nursing near Louisville
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffersonville, Indiana7.8 mi | 9 | 4.1 / 5 | 7.8 mi |
| Clarksville, Indiana9 mi | 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 9 mi |
| New Albany, Indiana11.5 mi | 31 | 4.2 / 5 | 11.5 mi |
| Shelbyville23 mi | 9 | 4.4 / 5 | 23 mi |
| Bardstown29.7 mi | 14 | 3.7 / 5 | 29.7 mi |
All of Kentucky: Skilled Nursing in Kentucky. Closer to home? Compare skilled nursing near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on September 29, 2026 from the 41 communities listed in Louisville, 2,968 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Skilled Nursing in Louisville: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Louisville, Kentucky?
MyLivingChoice lists 41 skilled nursing long term care communities in Louisville, Kentucky, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Louisville are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include BeeHive Homes of Louisville- Smyrna Assisted Living (5★, 43 ratings), Cedarhurst Senior Living of East Louisville (4.8★, 69 ratings), Little Sisters Of The Poor (4.6★, 80 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Louisville?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Louisville has skilled nursing / long term care (41 communities), assisted living (30 communities), independent living (26 communities), memory care (22 communities), home health (11 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Louisville?
Families rate Louisville skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 2,968 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Louisville skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 41 Louisville communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 90%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 63%), building and grounds (mentioned for 51%). The most common concerns are communication with families (56%), cost and billing (39%), staff attitude (32%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Louisville?
Of the 35 Louisville communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 6 have 11 to 60, and 29 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Louisville nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
34 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Louisville carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5. 15 are rated four stars or better and 4 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Louisville bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
