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The Willows at Citation in Lexington, KY

The Willows at Citation is an assisted living and memory care community in Lexington, KY.

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The Willows at Citation in Lexington, KY

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  • Interior

    A cozy waiting room with tables, chairs, decorative plants, and wall art.
  • Outdoors

    A group of people enjoying a sunny day outdoors, some seated in wheelchairs.
  • Decor

    A spacious lobby with a green sofa and ornate carpeting, featuring a reception desk in the background.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with striped couches, a wooden bookshelf, and a fireplace.
  • Building

    A well-maintained facility with a prominent entrance and landscaped grounds.
  • Bedroom

    A well-lit bedroom with a single bed, armchair, and classic furniture.
  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed and armchair near the window.
  • Dining

    A spacious dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs under warm lighting.
  • Landscaping

    A welcoming building with a landscaped entrance and a nearby sign under a clear blue sky.
  • Lighting

    A spacious and well-decorated dining area with tables set for service.
  • Garden

    A beautifully landscaped garden with a variety of colorful flowers and a wooden planter against a brick wall.
  • Artwork

    A cozy indoor seating area with tables and chairs, decorated with artwork and plants.
  • Outdoor

    A small outdoor putting green with multiple colored flags, surrounded by a brick wall and railing.
  • Lobby

    A spacious lobby with a green sofa, patterned carpet, and a reception desk.

1376 Silver Springs Dr, Lexington, KY 40511

To contact a resident: (859) 277-0320

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

4.1 from 42 reviews
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The Willows at Citation Costs & Pricing

The Willows at Citation presents a range of thoughtfully priced options for residents, showcasing competitive monthly rates when compared to both Scott County and the broader Kentucky region. For instance, their semi-private rooms are offered at $2,880, which is significantly lower than the average costs of $3,489 in Scott County and $3,681 statewide. Studio apartments range from $3,205 to $3,720 and still fall below the county's rate of $3,956 while offering flexibility to prospective residents. The one-bedroom units are attractively priced between $4,080 and $4,295, standing in stark contrast to Scott County's price of $4,038 and prevailing lower than Kentucky's state average of $3,458. Finally, The Willows' two-bedroom accommodations are set at $5,315 - higher than the county's average of $3,515 but comparable within the context of regional pricing at $3,702. Overall, The Willows at Citation provides a cost-effective alternative for those seeking quality senior living options.

Floor plansThe Willows at CitationScott CountyKentucky
Semi-Private$2,880$3,489$3,681
Studio$3,205 to $3,720$3,956$3,357
1 Bedroom$4,080 to $4,295$4,038$3,458
2 Bedrooms$5,315$3,515$3,702

Overall Review of The Willows at Citation

common 17 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and caring staff

Residents and families describe a clean facility and a generally caring staff.

Many reviews mention the building feeling clean and well-kept, along with staff who are accessible and take time to communicate or help. Several residents’ families say staff go above and beyond in day-to-day support and keeping them informed. A smaller set of reviews raises concerns about responsiveness, friendliness, and staffing levels during care, including episodes where help seemed delayed or aides were not available when needed.

common 9 reviews mention this

Dining stands out in reviews

Dining is a frequent point of praise, with many describing consistently good food.

Food is one of the most repeated themes, with multiple reviewers praising taste and variety and describing a dining experience that feels restaurant-like. Residents also mention requests for alternate items and that there is often something happening alongside meals. Not every review is positive—at least one reviewer reports food quality concerns—so dining seems strongest overall, but not universally.

  • A spacious and well-decorated dining area with tables set for service.
  • A spacious dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs under warm lighting.
common 3 reviews mention this

Activities keep people busy

Residents are described as having ongoing activities to participate in.

Some reviewers point to an active schedule, including happy hour and other events happening on-site. Others mention specific community moments like church services in shared spaces. In the broader mix of reviews, activities come through as something families noticed during their time there.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Medical follow-through is uneven

Several reviews describe problems with care follow-through and basic safety checks.

A recurring concern in negative reviews involves medical monitoring and day-to-day responsiveness—examples include issues related to oxygen checks, medication dosing, and residents not getting timely help. Other reviewers mention equipment or staffing breakdowns, such as call systems not working and residents experiencing falls without prompt assistance. While some reviews highlight strong care and therapy progress, these accounts suggest uneven experiences for some families.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Cost worries and billing issues

Reviews raise concerns about billing accuracy and financial pressure during a stay.

Alongside the community’s pricing being presented as below county and state levels for the available unit types, multiple reviews describe friction with insurance-related billing or challenges resolving charges. Several families also mention that care decisions shifted quickly when funds ran out or when residents were no longer able to remain on the original payment arrangement. One review also describes attempts to make payment arrangements as unsuccessful.

How we summarize

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

Features

Housing

  • 54 resident community capacity 54 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • 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 off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • 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
  • 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 & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Lexington, Kentucky offers a variety of amenities and services that can cater to the needs of seniors looking for a peaceful and convenient location. With places of worship such as Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah and Apostles Anglican Church nearby, residents can find spiritual fulfillment. Additionally, there are multiple restaurants like Supreme Hibachi & Sushi Buffet and healthcare facilities such as Health First Bluegrass and UK Good Samaritan Medical Office Building in close proximity. The presence of pharmacies like Walgreens and hospitals including UK Good Samaritan Hospital ensures easy access to medical care. For leisure activities, Woodland Park provides a tranquil outdoor space for relaxation. Overall, this neighborhood is a well-rounded option for seniors seeking a comfortable living environment in Lexington.

Places of Worship

  • Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah (0.7 miles)
  • Woodland Christian Church (3.3 miles)
  • Apostles Anglican Church (4.1 miles)
  • First Baptist Church Bracktown (4.3 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (4.8 miles)
  • Centenary United Methodist Church (5.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • Supreme Hibachi & Sushi Buffet (1.6 miles)
  • Rock House Brewing (1.9 miles)
  • White Castle (1.9 miles)
  • Al's Bar (2 miles)
  • Green Lantern (2.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Health First Bluegrass (1.5 miles)
  • Lexington Medical Acupuncture (2.8 miles)
  • U K Health Care Spine & Total (2.9 miles)
  • UK Good Samaritan Medical Office Building (2.9 miles)
  • UK Women's Health Obstetrics & Gynecology (2.9 miles)
  • Kentucky Women's Health Services (2.9 miles)
  • UK Sleep Disorders Center (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Octapharma Plasma (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • Lexington Compounding Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
  • Office Park Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • UK Chandler- Medicine ICU (1.8 miles)
  • Select Specialty Hospital (2.9 miles)
  • UK Good Samaritan Hospital (2.9 miles)
  • UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital Pavilion HA (3.7 miles)
  • University of Kentucky, Uk Healthcare (3.8 miles)
  • Chandler Hosptial (3.9 miles)
  • VA Hospital Cooper Drive Lexington Ky (3.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Manchester Coffee (2.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Kentucky Native CafĂŠ (3.1 miles)
  • Kenwick Table (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)
  • Cafe Central (4.7 miles)

Parks

  • Woodland Park (3.3 miles)

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