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Friendship Towers in Lexington, KY

Friendship Towers is an assisted living community in Lexington, KY.

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Friendship Towers in Lexington, KY

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Friendship Towers Friendship Towers

580 Greenfield Drive, Lexington, KY 40517

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

4.8 from 54 reviews
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Overall Review of Friendship Towers

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Medication checks and daily support

Residents describe staff support that includes medication checks and help as needs change.

One resident says someone checks on them once or twice a day and asks about taking medication, with staff also offering to come in to clean if desired. Other reviewers describe getting hands-on care and support for challenging moments, including dementia-related adjustment, with staff staying kind and patient. Several family members also praise the care itself, saying their loved ones felt well cared for over time.

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Dining feels varied and cared for

Dining and food quality come up repeatedly in residents’ and families’ feedback.

Reviews mention the food experience directly, from “delicious” meals with variety to good dining they enjoyed during their time there. A reviewer also shared enthusiasm about new dining and gathering areas being opened, suggesting updates that support everyday meals and time with others. Another comment points to cafĂ© time and snacks as part of the day-to-day experience.

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Staff friendliness is a consistent theme

Staff kindness and responsiveness are the most consistently praised parts of life here.

Across reviews, people repeatedly describe a welcoming front desk and staff who feel genuinely caring and devoted. Families say their loved ones are treated well, and multiple reviewers mention staff taking great care and being compassionate, including during difficult periods. Even when describing the move from another facility, reviewers frame their relief around how helpful and supportive the staff was throughout the transition.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents and families describe a full schedule with activities and community time.

Many reviewers say there is always something going on, with residents out and about for games, cards, and social time. Several mention entertainment and planned activities, and others highlight resident-run or community-oriented events. Spiritual services also show up in feedback as a positive surprise, including a specific service experience with setup details during restrictions.

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Clean, modern spaces stand out

Reviewers repeatedly call out clean, modern common spaces and rooms.

Early impressions frequently include comments about the cleanliness of common areas and activity spaces, along with a modern feel in the rooms and lobby. A few reviews reinforce that the facility stays well kept over time. One reviewer also specifically describes the venue as spacious and clean, pairing that with general satisfaction.

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Features

Housing

  • 102 resident community capacity 102 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

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

Transportation

  • Blue Grass (7 miles away) Blue Grass (7 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
  • High acuity care High acuity 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
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Lexington, Kentucky offers a convenient and diverse array of amenities for seniors looking to settle in the area. With multiple pharmacies such as Kroger Pharmacy and Redding Drug nearby, accessing necessary medications is made easy. A variety of dining options are available at restaurants like Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen and Shake Shack for those looking to enjoy meals out. The proximity to parks like Veterans Park and Shillito Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, there are several hospitals and healthcare facilities in the vicinity, including Central Baptist Hospital and Urgent Treatment Clinics, ensuring access to quality medical care. Places of worship such as Centenary United Methodist Church offer spiritual support within the community. Overall, this part of Lexington offers a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking convenience, healthcare access, recreational opportunities, and spiritual fulfillment.

Pharmacies

  • Kroger Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Redding Drug Lexington (0.8 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Bluegrass Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Pasadena Pharmacy (2.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen (0.7 miles)
  • Shake Shack (1.2 miles)
  • Blue Sushi Sake Grill (1.2 miles)
  • J. Alexander’S Restaurant (1.3 miles)
  • White Castle (1.3 miles)
  • Bella Notte (1.4 miles)
  • Merrick Inn (1.4 miles)

Parks

  • Veterans Park (1 miles)
  • Shillito Park (1.8 miles)
  • Wellington Dog Park (2.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Halo-8 (1.1 miles)
  • Central Baptist Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Central Baptist Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • Urgent Treatment Clinics (2.6 miles)
  • VA Hospital Cooper Drive Lexington Ky (3.8 miles)
  • Chandler Hosptial (3.9 miles)
  • University of Kentucky, Uk Healthcare (3.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Fayette Eye Care & Dry Eye Spa (1.6 miles)
  • Colorectal Surgical & Gastroenterology Associates (1.6 miles)
  • Baptist Health Neurology-Dr Winkley (1.9 miles)
  • Eye Care Center (2 miles)
  • Lexington LASIK & PRK Laser Eye Surgery - LasikPlus (2.2 miles)
  • Pathology & Cytology Laboratories (2.3 miles)
  • Summerhill Primary Care (2.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.8 miles)
  • Cafe Central (3 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Centenary United Methodist Church (2.4 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (2.8 miles)
  • Apostles Anglican Church (3.5 miles)

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