Edgewood Estates

    195 Berryman Rd, Frenchburg, KY, 40322
    4.7 · 19 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    4.0

    Compassionate staff, clean, occasional lapses

    I've lived/visited here and the long-tenured, devoted staff truly treat residents like family - courteous, well-educated nurses and aides provide compassionate, top-quality care in an exceptionally clean, homelike facility with a 29-year track record. Staffing coverage can be thin at times and I've noticed occasional lapses in attentiveness, but overall residents are respected, safe, and very well cared for.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.68 · 19 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.4
    • Staff

      4.6
    • Meals

      4.7
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      4.7

    Pros

    • Exceptionally clean facilities
    • Courteous and respectful staff
    • Attentive and helpful caregivers
    • Well-educated nurses and assistants
    • Compassionate, gentle care
    • Family-like relationships between staff and residents
    • Positive resident feedback and satisfaction
    • Long-tenured, dedicated staff (20+ years)
    • Established, long-standing facility (29 years)
    • Positive work environment for employees
    • No reported resident harm by staff (per reviews)

    Cons

    • Poor staff coverage / staffing shortages
    • Occasional lack of attentive care
    • Reports of caregiver neglect creating unsafe conditions
    • Difficulty attracting local staff due to county conditions
    • Conflicting accounts of care quality across reviews

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment: The review summaries for Edgewood Estates are overwhelmingly positive in several core areas, with recurring praise for cleanliness, staff demeanor, resident satisfaction, and long-term commitment from employees. Many reviewers describe the facility as "very clean" or the "cleanest place you ever see," and consistently highlight courteous, respectful, and compassionate staff. There is a clear pattern of residents and employees experiencing a family-like atmosphere and mutual respect.

    Facility and environment: Cleanliness is one of the strongest and most consistent themes. Multiple summaries emphasize spotless facilities and a great environment, which contributes to perceptions that the community "feels like home." The facility's long operation (29 years) is noted and supports a sense of stability and institutional experience. Reviewers also describe a positive workplace atmosphere for staff, reinforcing an image of a well-run physical environment where attention to detail is valued.

    Staff quality and caregiving: Staff quality emerges as another major strength. Reviews repeatedly cite courteous, attentive, helpful caregivers and well-educated nurses and assistants. Descriptors such as "compassionate," "gentle care," and "devoted staff" appear frequently, and there are specific notes about long-tenured employees (20+ years) and a commitment to providing the best care. Several summaries indicate that residents provide positive feedback about their care and that there are no reported incidents of harm by staff in those accounts, which reinforces trust in day-to-day caregiving.

    Concerns and variability in care: Despite the strong positive themes, there are important negative points that reduce the uniformity of praise. Some summaries report poor staff coverage, lack of attentive care, and even caregiver neglect that made conditions feel unsafe. These concerns appear less commonly than the positive comments but are serious when they occur because they directly affect resident safety and wellbeing. There is also a note that the facility struggles to attract local staff due to "conditions" in Menifee County, which may contribute to staffing shortages and variability in care. Taken together, the reviews portray a facility with generally excellent staff and environment but occasional and significant lapses tied to coverage and staffing.

    Management, activities, and dining: The supplied summaries do not provide specific feedback about dining, daily activities, or the management practices beyond what can be inferred from staff tenure and work environment comments. While long staff tenure and descriptors like "best staff" suggest positive internal culture and likely competent management, there is no explicit information about menus, meal quality, programming, or administrative responsiveness in these summaries.

    Patterns and recommendations for prospective residents/families: The dominant pattern is one of a clean, compassionate, and stable community with experienced caregivers who create a family-like atmosphere. However, the presence of reports about staffing gaps and isolated neglect incidents indicates variability that prospective residents and families should probe further. When evaluating Edgewood Estates in person or by follow-up questions, it would be prudent to ask about current staffing ratios and coverage patterns, turnover rates, policies and records regarding incidents and follow-ups, and how the facility addresses recruitment challenges in Menifee County. Also request recent inspection reports and speak with current residents or families about consistency of care across different shifts.

    Overall assessment: Edgewood Estates appears to offer high-quality, compassionate care in a very clean and home-like facility with long-serving staff and a positive workplace culture. These strengths are tempered by occasional reports of inadequate coverage and caregiver neglect, and by recruitment challenges tied to local conditions. The reviews suggest a generally strong community but one where due diligence on staffing stability and recent incident history is important before making placement decisions.

    Location

    Map showing location of Edgewood Estates

    About Edgewood Estates

    Edgewood Estates is a distinguished care facility situated in the scenic surroundings of the Daniel Boone National Forest in Frenchburg, Kentucky. Owned and operated by the Menifee County Nursing Home Corporation, Edgewood Estates provides an inviting environment that blends the tranquility of nature with dedicated, quality care. Since opening its doors in May 1996, the facility has carved a strong reputation for compassionate service and a homelike atmosphere, welcoming residents into a community focused on dignity and wellbeing.

    With over two decades of experience, Edgewood Estates remains steadfast in its commitment to meeting the various needs of its residents. The facility offers a range of services designed to support health, comfort, and peace of mind. The environment is purposefully structured to foster both physical wellness and meaningful social engagement, helping residents maintain a strong sense of community, security, and independence in their daily lives.

    The grounds of Edgewood Estates are notably picturesque, taking full advantage of the surrounding forest to offer serene views and a calming ambiance for residents and visitors alike. The community’s staff is attentive to the unique requirements and preferences of each individual, ensuring that every resident receives support tailored to their needs. Throughout its history, Edgewood Estates has remained an independent facility, emphasizing personalized care and continuity in its approach.

    Daily life at Edgewood Estates is enhanced by the facility’s thoughtful layout and inviting common spaces, creating opportunities for recreation, relaxation, and fellowship. Residents are encouraged to make the most of the setting, enjoying peaceful walks, community activities, and a nurturing environment backed by decades of experience and dedication. Through its ongoing commitment to service, Edgewood Estates continues to be a trusted choice for individuals and their loved ones seeking genuine, reliable care in a beautiful natural setting.

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