Carmel Manor in Fort Thomas, KY

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Carmel Manor in Fort Thomas, KY

Carmel Manor is an assisted living community in Fort Thomas, KY.

Information last verified:

100 Carmel Manor Road, Fort Thomas, KY 41075

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 110 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Carmel Manor Costs & Pricing

Carmel Manor offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly in comparison to both Campbell County and the broader state of Kentucky. For a semi-private room, the cost aligns with the county average at $3,300, making it an accessible option for many families. However, when considering studio accommodations, Carmel Manor's rate of $3,540 surpasses the county's average of $2,796 but remains somewhat lower than the statewide average of $3,357. This pricing structure reflects a commitment to providing quality care while balancing affordability within the local market context. Overall, Carmel Manor maintains a thoughtful approach to pricing that supports its mission to offer valuable services to its residents and their families.

Floor plansCarmel ManorCampbell CountyKentucky
Semi-Private$3,300$3,300$3,681
Studio$3,540$2,796$3,357

Overall Review of Carmel Manor

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Faith-based daily support stands out

Faith-based programming, including daily Mass, is a repeated positive theme in residents’ and families’ accounts.

Many reviews describe Carmel Manor as guided by a faith tradition and specifically highlight regular religious support for residents. Families mention daily Mass and describe the sisters’ involvement in the way residents are treated and respected. Several accounts also connect that faith focus to improvements in care, food, and overall attention to details over time.

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Staffing and call response are inconsistent

Residents and families describe uneven response to care requests, including long call-light delays.

While other reviews praise helpful staff, several describe problems with staffing and responsiveness, including call lights not being answered and assistance arriving late. Multiple accounts also mention situations involving falls or delays around toileting needs, with families urging others to stay vigilant. One review also describes concerns about inadequate coverage and supplies of support on the rehab side.

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Kind, helpful staff and aides

Many reviewers say the staff is kind, helpful, and attentive to residents and families.

A large number of reviews describe the staff as caring, kind, and supportive during visits and daily routines. Families mention staff treating residents with dignity, learning residents’ names, and helping make transitions easier. Several reviews also credit nurses and aides—along with dietary and housekeeping teams—with providing consistent care and a comfortable experience.

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Dining quality runs both ways

Reviews include both complaints about food and praise for meals and dining quality.

Some residents and families report that meals were not consistently correct, were difficult to eat, or that key items were missing from trays. Other reviews describe food as better—mentioning improved food quality and food that smells good. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and meal options aligned with special diets mentioned by residents.

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Overall cleanliness and facility presentation

Several reviews highlight a clean, bright facility with an appealing appearance.

Many reviewers describe Carmel Manor as clean, bright, and well kept when they visit. A few also mention renovations and describe the facility as peaceful or comfortable. At least one review, however, pairs very negative care comments with concerns about conditions on the unit.

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Costs feel high for some families

Pricing is described as very expensive, with some families questioning value.

A number of reviews call Carmel Manor expensive, including one that emphasizes the cost as a reason they would not choose the community again. Other reviewers counter that the experience can be worth paying more for, especially when care and attention feel strong. Where residents criticize value, they often pair the complaint with concerns about response time or missed care needs.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 95 resident community capacity 95 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (12 miles away) Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (12 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, this area boasts a variety of amenities perfect for senior living. With several parks nearby such as Tower Park and Highland Hills Park, residents can enjoy outdoor activities and relaxation. The proximity to restaurants like Coney Island and Pirate's Cove Bar & Grille offer convenient dining options. In terms of healthcare, there are several physicians' offices and hospitals within a few miles, including St Elizabeth Fort Thomas and Mercy Health Anderson Hospital. Additionally, pharmacies like Walgreens and Kroger Pharmacy are easily accessible for medication needs. For those seeking spiritual fulfillment, St Mary Church and Licking Valley Baptist Church provide places of worship in the community. Overall, this part of Fort Thomas offers a well-rounded environment for seniors looking to enjoy their retirement years with ease and convenience.

Parks

  • Tower Park (0.4 miles)
  • Highland Hills Park (1.4 miles)
  • Beech Acres Park (3.9 miles)
  • John G & Phyllis W Smale Riverfront Park (4.4 miles)
  • Ziegler Park (5 miles)
  • Washington Park (5.2 miles)
  • Washington Dog Park (5.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Coney Island (1.2 miles)
  • Pirate's Cove Bar & Grille (1.6 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (2 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (2.6 miles)
  • Wendy's (2.6 miles)
  • Skyline Chili (2.7 miles)
  • Streetside Brewery (3.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Bryan Jeffrey Krol (1.5 miles)
  • Certified Hearing Aid & Audiology Associates (1.7 miles)
  • Kurtzman, Drew Saint Elizabeth Physicians Dermatology (2.1 miles)
  • St. E Diabetes Center (4.2 miles)
  • Beers, Ann, Md - St Elizabeth Healthcare Regl (4.2 miles)
  • Wellington Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine (4.7 miles)
  • Advanced Spine & Pain Management (4.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Elizabeth Fort Thomas (1.8 miles)
  • Albright Health Center (2.8 miles)
  • Mercy Health Anderson Hospital (5.2 miles)
  • The Christ Hospital (5.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Newport Drug Center (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.2 miles)
  • York Street Cafe (3.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Deeper Roots Coffee (4.9 miles)
  • Coffee Emporium (4.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Government Square (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Mary Church (5.2 miles)
  • Licking Valley Baptist Church (5.6 miles)

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