Marla
May 2026
Hire people that know how to do the job.The nurses let my mother lay in her own feces.😮💨😞
Life Care Center Of La Center
252 W. 5th Street4.8(48 ratings)
Part of Life Care Centers of America · 147 communities · 4.5★ average
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 70
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 70
- Inspections
- View history (7 citations)
- Location advantage
- Short drive from Paducah hospitals for care access
- Therapy staffing
- In-house team of therapists and nurses on-site
- Nursing coverage
- Round-the-clock skilled nursing care provided
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe Life Care Center of La Center as warm, clean, and attentive, with staff praised for kindness and a family-like atmosphere during rehab stays. The community holds a strong 4.8 rating across 48 Google reviews, though one reviewer reported a serious lapse in basic care.
The Good
- Staff described as warm and family-like
- Facility kept clean with no odors
- Caregivers listen to family input on health history
- In-house rehab team with individualized care plans
- Strong overall rating from many reviewers
The Bad
- One report of a resident left in soiled condition
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Life Care Center Of La Center is a senior living community in La Center, Kentucky offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 48 reviews.
About Life Care Center Of La Center
Life Care Center of La Center is a skilled nursing home and rehabilitation facility in La Center, Kentucky, offering short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery services with 24-hour skilled nursing care.
The community features inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services delivered by an in-house team of therapists and nurses. Care plans are individualized, taking into account each resident's and patient's specific needs and goals.
Located a short drive from Paducah, Kentucky, the facility provides convenient access to nearby healthcare resources, including Lourdes Hospital and Baptist Health Paducah. The community maintains a homelike, cozy atmosphere designed to support resident comfort and recovery.
Types of Care at Life Care Center Of La Center
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Life Care Center Of La Center
4.8overall · 48 ratings combined
4.8★ on Google (48)
Joe Barrow
Mar 2026
Very pleased to be greeted so warmly. Everyone I met was interested in caring for my Mom to the best of their ability. As her long term caregiver I felt they listened to me regarding her health history what has been successful in her care at home.
Christy Cadwell
Feb 2026
My mom was here for rehab for a few weeks. Their entire staff is second to none! Very much a family atmosphere. We are so thankful for their care ❤️
Leslie King
Feb 2026
I have just moved my mother in temporarily, and every member of the staff we have encountered has been incredibly kind. When walking to my mother's room I have seen the staff laughing together and with residents, seemingly enjoying their jobs and each other's company. It really makes it easier to leave a loved one there for care and rehab.
Peggy Conley
Mar 2025
My mother is there for rehab. This place is very clean; no unpleasant odor. Staff members are very kind and loving. Wonderful place. Hometown ministries provide live singing/music "Gaither-style" with the interested patients. Impressive!
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 7 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Feb 19, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard2 citations
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 6, 2026
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 6, 2026
Nov 14, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard1 citation
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 6, 2024
Dec 18, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 19, 2020
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 19, 2020
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 19, 2020
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 19, 2020
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Life Care Center Of La Center offer?
Life Care Center Of La Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Life Care Center Of La Center located?
Life Care Center Of La Center is located at 252 W. 5th Street in La Center, Kentucky.
What do families say about Life Care Center Of La Center?
Families describe Life Care Center of La Center as warm, clean, and attentive, with staff praised for kindness and a family-like atmosphere during rehab stays. The community holds a strong 4.8 rating across 48 Google reviews, though one reviewer reported a serious lapse in basic care.
How did Life Care Center Of La Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Life Care Center Of La Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 7 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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