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McDowell Place of Danville

1181 Ben Ali Dr

3.8(9 ratings)· Danville average: 3.6

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Quick Facts

Community history
Serving residents in the area for 25 years
Recent recognition
Won 2025 Best of Kentucky assisted living award
Engagement technology
Uses iN2L touch-screen systems for resident activities

What Families Think

McDowell Place of Danville draws a mix of very positive and one sharply critical review. Families who praise it highlight a warm, resort-like atmosphere, engaged staff, and strong dining, while one detailed account raises serious concerns about missed medication, housekeeping lapses, and unresponsive administration.

The Good

  • Reviewers call staff warm and welcoming
  • Praised for food quality and dining experience
  • Described as clean with attentive housekeeping (per some reviewers)
  • On-site salon, library, and movie theater
  • iN2L touch-screen system for games and reminiscing
  • One reviewer reports 24/7 care for a 90-year-old resident

The Bad

  • One detailed report of a missed medication for over two months
  • One report of inconsistent housekeeping and an unresponsive administrator
  • One reviewer described staff as lacking training or common sense

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

McDowell Place of Danville is a senior living community in Danville, Kentucky offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 9 reviews.

About McDowell Place of Danville

McDowell Place of Danville is an assisted living community in Danville, Kentucky, offering independent living, assisted living, and basic health services for seniors in central Kentucky. The community has been serving residents for 25 years and received the 2025 Best of Kentucky – Assisted Living award from the Kentucky Coalition for Aging Resources and Empowerment.

The community provides assistance with daily activities and security measures designed to ensure a comfortable and safe living experience. Residents benefit from a spacious, comfortable environment and the support needed to maintain independence while receiving care when necessary.

McDowell Place uses iN2L touch screen systems to facilitate social engagement and entertainment among residents. Through this technology, residents participate in games, exercise, education, and reminiscing activities, while also staying connected with loved ones and pursuing personal interests. The community emphasizes creating joyful social interactions and personalized experiences for each resident.

Located in the heart of central Kentucky, McDowell Place fosters a sense of belonging by bringing together residents in their own age group, creating a neighborhood community where seniors can enjoy their later years with connection and companionship.

Types of Care at McDowell Place of Danville

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security

Activities

  • Games
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of McDowell Place of Danville

3.8overall · 9 ratings combined

3.8★ on Google (9)

McDowell Place of Danville is truly amazing. Jessica helped us tremendously while navigating my dad’s move from out of state, making what could have been a stressful process feel seamless and reassuring.<br><br>From the moment you walk in, Mary and Lisa greet you with such warmth and friendliness that it immediately feels like home—not just a facility. That welcoming atmosphere makes a huge difference when you’re entrusting the care of a loved one to others.<br><br>The food is outstanding, and the dining accommodations feel more like those of a resort hotel than a senior living community. In fact, the entire place has the feel of a five-star resort. The grounds are beautifully landscaped, the interior is tastefully decorated, and the amenities are incredible—a library, salon, movie theater, and yes… even candy and popcorn!<br><br>Calla in the salon is caring, professional, and effortlessly polished in her craft. Brandon is exceptional as well. He clearly takes pride in his work and always puts the residents first. His dedication and passion for serving others truly show. Nurse Sarah is truly exceptional. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure that every resident receives the highest quality of care. Her dedication, compassion, and attention to detail are evident in everything she does, and her genuine passion for her work shines through in the way she supports and advocates for the residents each day.<br><br>The rooms are spacious, thoughtfully designed for safety and comfort, and filled with natural light. After my wife finished staging my dad’s apartment, I joked that I’d happily live there myself.<br><br>Most importantly, it’s incredibly comforting to know that my dad, at 90 years old, is living his best life and receiving excellent care 24/7. He absolutely loves it here.<br><br>Thank you to Jessica, Brandon, Mary, Lisa, Calla, Sarah, and the entire staff who make McDowell Place of Danville what it is. You are the heart and face of this community, and you’ve truly created a place that feels like home. In our opinion, it’s the best in Kentucky.

Marie Reid

Oct 2025

via Google

This place is a joke. 6k a month for a loved one to live here and if the family doesn’t clean their room, it doesn’t get done. The housekeeper who has been employed there for 20 years is pretty much nonexistent. The cleaning cart gets parked on the hall every morning and sits in the same spot for eight hours, while the housekeeper sits in the break room on her phone. The administrator is aware of this and allows it to happen. The administrator is also nonexistent after having a family member there for several years, I laid eyes on her, maybe two times. The employees are incompetent. Most of them are not certified, which you don’t have to be in assisted living , However, they lack common sense. Honestly I don’t know how they passed their state survey. My mother went without a scheduled medication for over two months without the nursing staff intervening, I wasn’t aware until the pharmacy called me themselves. Please don’t place a family member here!

Debbie

Mar 2021

via Google

McDowell Place is Amazing!! As soon as you walk into the building, you feel the love!! The staff is so caring and willing to help!! The dining room is beautiful and serves delicious food!! There are so many activities, a beauty shop, library, etc.. It is also, very, very clean!! I would highly recommend McDowell Place!!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does McDowell Place of Danville offer?

McDowell Place of Danville offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.

Where is McDowell Place of Danville located?

McDowell Place of Danville is located at 1181 Ben Ali Dr in Danville, Kentucky.

What do families say about McDowell Place of Danville?

McDowell Place of Danville draws a mix of very positive and one sharply critical review. Families who praise it highlight a warm, resort-like atmosphere, engaged staff, and strong dining, while one detailed account raises serious concerns about missed medication, housekeeping lapses, and unresponsive administration.

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