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Care homes in Waynesburg, KY

2 small licensed residential care homes (board and care, adult family and personal care homes).

Care homes
2
in Waynesburg
Licensed capacity
31
across all 2
Within 25 miles
4
of the center of Waynesburg
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Source: Kentucky OIG, Facility directories (Assisted Living Communities, Personal Care Homes, Family Care Homes), as of Oct 17, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Waynesburg (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Care homes near Waynesburg

Counting neighboring towns, there are 4 care homes within 25 miles of the center of Waynesburg, 2 more than in Waynesburg itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Waynesburg

See all 4 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Care homes in Waynesburg at a glance

There are 2 care homes in Waynesburg, KY, according to Kentucky OIG records.1

By licensed capacity

  • 4 residents or fewer1
  • 5 or 6 residents0
  • 7 residents or more1
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How care homes are regulated in Kentucky

In Kentucky, the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services licenses residential care homes. Its public records are the source for the care homes listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services about a licensed community, or the Kentucky long-term care ombudsman at (859) 277-92152.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for care homes in Kentucky

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Kentucky Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Kentucky Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (502-564-9203).7
Medicare counseling
Kentucky’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-877-293-7447.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Waynesburg

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Lincoln County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Lincoln County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Bluegrass District Nursing Home Ombudsman Agency of the Bluegrass, Inc.2

    (859) 277-9215

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Lincoln County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Kentucky Adult Protective Services

    877-597-2331

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)8

    1-877-293-7447

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs7

    502-564-9203

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Kentucky Medicaid agency3

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about care homes in Waynesburg

How many care homes are in Waynesburg, KY?

WeFoundCare lists 2 care homes in Waynesburg, KY, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Waynesburg there are 4.

How many residents can care homes in Waynesburg serve?

2 of the 2 care homes report licensed capacity, for a combined 31 residents.

Who licenses care homes in Kentucky?

The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services licenses care homes in Kentucky. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Waynesburg?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Lincoln County, call (859) 277-9215. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Kentucky Adult Protective Services at 877-597-2331.

Are there care homes near Waynesburg?

Nearby cities with listings include Crab Orchard (2, 11.3 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing care homes

Other types of care

Other senior care in Waynesburg

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from Kentucky OIG (Facility directories (Assisted Living Communities, Personal Care Homes, Family Care Homes)), Oct 17, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 2 of 2 care homes report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Waynesburg (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General: Facility directories (Assisted Living Communities, Personal Care Homes, Family Care Homes). chfs.ky.gov/agencies/os/oig/dhc/Pages/hcf.aspx Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.