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Amber Oaks in Shelbyville, KY

Amber Oaks is an assisted living community in Shelbyville, KY.

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Amber Oaks in Shelbyville, KY

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156 Haven Hill Road, Shelbyville, KY 40065

To contact a resident: (502) 647-4546

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

4.3 from 30 reviews
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Amber Oaks Costs & Pricing

Amber Oaks offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Shelby County and the wider state of Kentucky. For a studio, residents at Amber Oaks pay $2,775 per month, which is significantly lower than the average cost of $3,902 in Shelby County and $3,357 statewide. Similarly, a one-bedroom unit at Amber Oaks is priced at $3,750, again more affordable than the county rate of $4,357 while remaining within range of the state average of $3,458. This positioning not only highlights Amber Oaks as an attractive option for prospective residents seeking quality housing but also emphasizes its commitment to providing value within the local market.

Floor plansAmber OaksShelby CountyKentucky
Studio$2,775$3,902$3,357
1 Bedroom$3,750$4,357$3,458

Overall Review of Amber Oaks

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Pricing feels notably affordable

Pricing stands out as a strong value in resident and family feedback.

Multiple reviewers describe the cost as reasonable or cheaper than other options, and one notes the facility “meets the price.” That lines up with the listed pricing range coming in well below county and state benchmarks for both studios and one-bedrooms. Families also mention that affordability helped make the move easier, even when they saw tradeoffs in other areas.

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Staff support earns trust

Residents and families consistently describe the staff as kind and responsive.

Across reviews, the people at Amber Oaks are repeatedly described as friendly, caring, and helpful, with families saying they feel at peace because staff follow through. Some reviewers specifically highlight communication and transparency, while others praise the administrator or owner for being knowledgeable and accommodating. Even in critical reviews about the building or operations, the staff that residents and visitors interacted with are described positively.

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Dining quality is mixed

Food earns both strong praise and clear complaints in reviews.

Several families say the food is wonderful or excellent, including comments about meals being prepared from scratch and dining rooms being set up like a restaurant. Other reviewers report problems with variety and appetite appeal, and one mentions meals having too much salt. A separate review ties medication and routine confusion to staffing turnover, which can also affect how consistent day-to-day experiences feel for residents.

  • A dining room with tables and chairs decorated in a patriotic theme.
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Activities can feel limited

Activities are described as inconsistent, with some residents left mostly watching TV.

Some reviewers say activities are limited or not happening the way they expected, describing a schedule but little participation. One review goes further, saying there were no activities and residents spent time sitting and watching TV. At the same time, other reviewers—especially those describing tours or longer-term experiences—say there are many activities and social areas, suggesting the experience may vary by time or resident group.

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Building condition divides reviewers

Reviews are split between strong cleanliness praise and concerns about the building.

Some families describe the facility as clean and well maintained, including comments that it “smells clean at all times” and looks cared for even though it is older. Other reviewers report a much more negative first impression, describing unpleasant odors, rundown areas, and clutter in the entrance hall. Together, the reviews suggest that cleanliness and presentation may not feel consistent across visits.

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Care consistency has tradeoffs

Care is generally described positively, but turnover and help availability come up repeatedly.

Some reviewers praise the quality of care and note that residents receive good assistance from staff. Others raise concerns about needing to be watched, short staffing affecting quality, and turnover that can create confusion with medication and bathing routines. One reviewer also mentions wanting more ability to transition residents from assisted living to nursing needs, framing it as an area to improve as health needs change.

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Features

Housing

  • 42 resident community capacity 42 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

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
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financial aid Financial aid
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • 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
  • Party space Party 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
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 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
  • High acuity care High acuity 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
  • Walking wheelchair assistance Walking wheelchair assistance

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • 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
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • 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
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Shelbyville, Kentucky offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior residents. There are several physicians and medical facilities nearby, such as Maxcare and Stonecrest Family Medicine, ensuring easy access to healthcare services. In terms of dining options, restaurants like Fiesta Mexicana and Milano Italian Restaurant provide convenient dining choices. Additionally, there are pharmacies like CVS Pharmacy and Andrews Pharmacy in close proximity for medication needs. Places of worship such as Shelbyville Christian Assembly and Lighthouse Baptist Church offer opportunities for spiritual fulfillment. For recreational activities, parks like Clear Creek Family Activity Center are only a short distance away. Overall, this area provides a mix of essential services and leisure options that would be beneficial for seniors looking for a comfortable living environment.

Physicians

  • Maxcare (0.4 miles)
  • Stonecrest Family Medicine (0.4 miles)
  • Theuer, Christopher Uofl Physicians Stonecrest Primary Care (0.4 miles)
  • Louisville Oncology (0.4 miles)
  • Future Hope Pediatrics (0.5 miles)
  • Baptist Obgyn (0.5 miles)
  • Bluegrass Spine Care (0.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Fiesta Mexicana (0.5 miles)
  • Milano Italian Restaurant (0.6 miles)
  • Tumbleweed Tex Mex Grill & Margarita Bar (0.8 miles)
  • Asia Buffet (1.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
  • Claudia Sanders Dinner House (1.3 miles)
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Andrews Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Eminence Apothecary (11.2 miles)
  • The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy (11.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (11.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Shelbyville Christian Assembly (1 miles)
  • Open Door Of Hope (1.9 miles)
  • Lighthouse Baptist Church (3.3 miles)
  • Burks Branch Baptist Church (4.6 miles)
  • Simpsonville Baptist Church (5.6 miles)
  • Mt Pleasant Baptist Church (6.7 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (6.7 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (1.6 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (1.8 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (4.6 miles)

Parks

  • Clear Creek Family Activity Center (2 miles)
  • The Parklands of Floyds Fork (11.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Sammy's Bakery (11.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Norton Immediate Care Center (2.8 miles)
  • Shelby County Emergency Medcial Services Sta 3 (4.9 miles)

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