10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Louisville, KY

By getting to know their personal needs and routines, the staff at Wesley Manor's memory care community develops customized programs to meet each resident's individual requirements. Dedicated caregivers trained in dementia care assist residents with daily tasks, while on-site nurses provide medication assistance and supervision 24 hours a day. Strong friendships built between seniors and their caregivers foster trust and familiarity. Residents receive weekly visits from geriatric physicians, psychiatrists and dermatologists. On-site amenities include an enclosed patio and garden where residents can safely relax or tend the plants and there's a whirlpool, spa and beauty salon for seniors to enjoy. The community's activity program includes art activities, crafts, gardening, bingo, card games and stories.

Traditions at Beaumont made our list of the top 10 for its Varietas Memory Care Program. Using expressive arts, exercise, nutrition, reminiscing and cognitive activities, the program provides a combination of therapeutic and positive stimulation to maximize the quality of life for individuals with cognitive impairment. Psychosocial intervention therapies such as cognitive stimulation and training, aromatherapy and music therapy are used to improve emotional well-being and reduce behavioral symptoms among dementia care residents. Safety features include a state-of-the-art security system that allows residents to live independently in the comfort of a secure environment. There's an arts and crafts room where residents can express themselves creatively and a beauty salon where they can re-energize.

Sunrise of Louisville offers residents a warm, safe and secure environment with highly skilled staff available around the clock. With its two memory care neighborhoods, Terrace Club and Reminiscence, the community meets the needs of individuals in the early stages of dementia and those with more advanced memory loss. As part of the Sunrise Live With Purpose program, residents can participate in music, gardening and art activities. In addition, seniors receive 1:1 and small group programming tailored to their interests and passions. Residents have access to social areas and activity rooms, as well as a bistro where they can grab a snack between meals. Furthermore, the community provides housekeeping, laundry and transportation services.

Vitality Living Stony Brook features a specially designed memory care neighborhood geared towards engaging residents regardless of their level of cognitive functioning. The community's team of caregivers is trained in dementia care and assists with daily tasks, and licensed nurses are on site 24 hours a day to administer medications and provide medical care. A 24-hour security system, coded entrances to the building and emergency alert systems ensure residents' safety. The memory care community offers a full calendar of enriching activities, which include exercises such as yoga, gardening, brain games and bingo. Other features include a secured courtyard where residents can enjoy the fresh air with their peers in a safe setting and a meditation pond.

Belmont Village St. Matthews memory care neighborhood is a smaller, self-contained area that is easy to navigate. Besides providing resident-centered care and a secure environment for all stages of dementia, the community also offers the Circle of Friends program which earns it a spot among our top 10. The program is designed for seniors with mild cognitive impairment who require additional support but live in assisted living apartments. Small group programs run seven days a week and offer appropriately challenging activities, such as art activities, crafts, gardening, music, seated exercises and educational programs. The neighborhood is staffed with specially trained caregivers and licensed nurses, and wellness checks take place daily. There's a private outdoor area designed for activities and exercise.

Creekside on Whipps Mill offers private studios and shared suites in a secure environment to residents with dementia. Seniors live in a neighborhood where staff members are specially trained in Alzheimer's disease and behavior management. A resident's cognitive ability is assessed upon move-in and annually thereafter to better match activities and programs to a resident's mental ability. Resident safety is ensured by secured entrances and exits after business hours. During meals, seniors are supervised and dining options are tailored to their preferences. Exercise can be done safely on indoor walking paths, and fresh air can be enjoyed in a secure outdoor courtyard.

At Vitality Living Springdale, the Memory Care neighborhood provides 24-hour assistance with daily living tasks, medical issues and supervision to seniors with cognitive impairments. The gated community has a licensed nurse on site around the clock to administer medications and monitor residents' health. The well-appointed studios are equipped with emergency call systems to alert staff and kitchenettes to encourage independence. An enclosed courtyard welcomes residents to sit and enjoy the sun in a protected setting. The presence of foster kittens in the community keeps residents engaged and lifts their spirits by providing companionship. A variety of mind-and-body activities and entertainment opportunities are available, including brain games, exercise and movie nights.

Along with assisted living, Creekside on Bardstown offers a range of memory care services that are aimed at enhancing the lives of those dealing with Alzheimer's and other forms of memory loss. Specially trained caregivers and licensed nurses working around the clock provide specialized care for residents to help them maintain problem-solving skills and the ability to perform daily activities. Residents receive three daily meals in a dining hall that promotes socialization to improve intake and a secure courtyard allows residents to relax or exercise in a safe environment. Therapeutic activities to enhance overall well-being include music, art and pet therapies, which may reduce agitation and ease distressing behavior.

We included Anthology of Louisville in our top 10 because of the community's innovative wellness programs, which address the six dimensions of wellness — physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and environmental. Caregivers who understand the intricacies of Alzheimer's and other dementias provide comprehensive care, including support for wandering and exit-seeking behaviors in an engaging setting. In addition to providing high-quality clinical care, the community offers physical and mental fitness opportunities as well as community-based activities such as art classes, brain games, card games, happy hours, movies and book clubs.

The Pinnacle of Louisville's dementia-positive neighborhood offers its residents personalized professional memory care and a range of life enrichment programs. In the secure community, there are four memory care neighborhoods, including one for veterans, which can all be accessed via cozy, secure common areas. Residents also have access to a secured courtyard where they can enjoy the fresh air. Meals are served restaurant-style in multiple dining areas or residents can opt to eat in their private rooms featuring open floor plans designed for safety and simplicity. In addition, an on-site resident garden allows seniors to plant seeds and watch them grow, or residents can relax on the patio furniture.