Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can Mom or Dad bring their own furniture?  

Q: Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for Assisted Living?  

Q: Is an Assisted Living Community the same as a Nursing Home?

Q: Who regulates Assisted Living Communities in Kentucky?  

Q: Are there any legal papers that need to be signed?  

Q: Is transportation provided to doctors appointments, etc?  

Q: What services are provided by an Assisted Living Community?  

Q: Can Mom or Dad bring their own furniture?

A: Yes, we encourage our residents to bring their own belongings. It makes our home seem even more like your home.

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Q: Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for Assisted Living?

A: No, Neither Medicare or Medicaid pays for these services.

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Q: Is an Assisted Living Community the same as a Nursing Home?

A: No, Assisted Living Communities in Kentucky are defined and regulated differently than Nursing Homes, although many of the same services are provided. (click here for more information)

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Q: Who regulates Assisted Living Communities in Kentucky?

A: Kentucky 's Office of Aging Services conducts annual (or as often as needed) certification reviews to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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Q: Are there any legal papers that need to be signed?

A: Yes, in Kentucky and Assisted Living Community is required by law to provide you with a lease agreement for your thorough review, which then must be signed. The lease agreement addresses all provisions, policies, rights, responsibilities and protections for both you and the community.

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Q: Is transportation provided to doctors appointments, etc?

A: Yes, Assisted Living Communities in Kentucky are required to provide or arrange transportation for their residents.

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Q: What services are provided by an Assisted Living Community?

A. A private living unit with a private bath. You will also receive assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating and transferring) as well as assistance with medications.

Do you have any questions we did not answer? Please feel free to contact us.

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