Pricing ranges from
    $3,645 – 4,738/month

    Fern Terrace of Mayfield

    1227 US-45, Mayfield, KY, 42066
    2.7 · 12 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Mostly negative experience; theft reported

    I placed a loved one here and had a mixed but mostly negative experience. Some staff at Fern Terrace were impressive and proactive, and long-term residents made friends - the staff I saw work hard despite low pay. But too many employees were rude, uncaring and unprofessional, bathrooms and the building were dirty and in need of repairs, and over $800 went missing from my family member's room (I believe it was theft and it needs investigating). I do not recommend this facility for loved ones.

    Pricing

    $3,645+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,374+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $4,738+/moStudioAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

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

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

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

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement

    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

    2.67 · 12 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      3.3
    • Meals

      2.7
    • Amenities

      1.0
    • Value

      2.7

    Pros

    • Some long-term residents feel at home
    • Residents report forming friendships and social connections
    • Several reviewers say staff work very hard
    • Instances of impressive staff performance and great care noted
    • Proactive family notification about resident issues reported
    • Seen as better option than homelessness for some residents
    • Positive sentiment from some families and residents

    Cons

    • Facility described as dirty and not sanitary
    • Bathrooms and building need repairs
    • Concerns about results or issues from state inspection
    • Multiple reviewers would not recommend for loved ones
    • Reports of rude, uncaring, or unprofessional staff behavior
    • Allegation of theft/fraud (over $800) against facility or staff
    • Low pay for staff cited as an issue (possible staffing/retention problem)
    • Reports of horrible experiences and strong negative language

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in these reviews is mixed but leans toward significant concern. A subset of reviewers—particularly some long-term residents and their families—describe positive elements: residents have formed friendships, some staff members are described as hardworking and at times impressive, and there are reports of good care and proactive communication with families. For a few people, the facility represents a safer or more stable alternative to homelessness and provides a sense of home. These positive comments are meaningful and suggest that parts of the care team and certain aspects of resident life function well for some individuals.

    However, the negative comments are frequent and serious. Multiple reviewers raise hygiene and maintenance issues: the facility is described as dirty and not sanitary, with bathrooms and other parts of the building in need of repair. These are concrete, facility-level deficiencies that can affect resident health and comfort. Alongside physical upkeep concerns, there are alarmingly strong complaints about staff conduct—terms used include rude, uncaring, unprofessional, and snapped at visitors or residents—indicating inconsistent or problematic interpersonal care. One review alleges theft/fraud (over $800), a criminal concern that raises questions about financial safeguards and trust. There are also explicit calls not to place loved ones at this facility, which indicates that several reviewers consider the environment unsafe or unacceptable.

    Care quality appears inconsistent. Some reviewers explicitly praise care and staff responsiveness (including proactive family notification), while others report poor experiences and unprofessional interactions. The mix suggests variability in staff performance or uneven oversight—some staff clearly meet or exceed expectations, while others fall short. The mention of low pay for staff may help explain staffing challenges: underpaid staff can lead to high turnover, morale problems, or understaffing, all of which can negatively impact continuity of care and resident experience.

    Management, oversight, and compliance are recurring concerns. Reported worries about a state inspection and accusations of theft point to potential systemic problems that would warrant investigation by regulators or stronger internal controls. Positive notes about communication to families in some cases indicate that management can act responsibly, but the combination of serious maintenance, sanitation, and conduct complaints suggests inconsistent management attention or resource allocation.

    Information on dining and activities is limited in the supplied summaries. The fact that residents "made friends" implies some level of social activity or community, but there are no explicit reports about the quality of meals, variety or frequency of organized activities, or therapeutic programming. That absence of data means no firm conclusions can be drawn about dining or activity programs beyond the social connection noted by some residents.

    In summary, the reviews present a facility with a split reputation: meaningful positives exist—caring and hardworking staff in some cases, successful social connections for residents, and episodes of good family communication—yet serious and recurring negatives dominate many accounts. Key issues to address are sanitation and building repairs, staff behavior and professional standards, financial safeguards to prevent theft/fraud, and management consistency to ensure reliable quality of care. Prospective residents and families should weigh the conflicting reports carefully, seek up-to-date inspection reports, tour the facility themselves (including bathrooms and common areas), ask about staff turnover and pay, and verify policies around resident finances and family notification before making a placement decision.

    Location

    Map showing location of Fern Terrace of Mayfield

    About Fern Terrace of Mayfield

    Fern Terrace of Mayfield sits on a wide stretch of land at 1227 US-45, surrounded by peaceful picnic areas, benches, and a gazebo, and you can spot the long front porch lined with rocking chairs from the road, which always looks inviting even on a cloudy day. The facility has a ranch-style layout and offers private and semi-private rooms, studio and one-bedroom options, with prices starting at $3,645 per month, and every room has its own bathroom, walk-in shower, and choices for handicap-accessible suites and private patios if needed. The staff provides 24-hour support and health monitoring, care with medications, bathing, dressing, and transfers, and the place is set up with a call system, sprinkler system, smoke detectors, and door alarms in each room for safety.

    There's a strong feeling of community here, with administrator-led staff focusing on each resident's needs, and you can find large, bright spaces for eating and socializing, plus a computer learning center with instructors to help residents use computers and try new games or projects. Memory care is available, and anyone needing a higher level of support can make that transition when the time comes, especially for those needing Alzheimer's care or therapies for dementia. Co-occurring disorder treatment is one of the special services, along with respite care that gives families short breaks when needed, and the facility is well-adapted to caring for folks with diabetes, incontinence, mobility needs, or who need home care from trained aides.

    You'll see chef-prepared meals planned out for balanced nutrition, social activities run by a Certified Activity Director that range from movie nights to bingo, costume contests, themed parties like the Hawaiian luau, and worship services each Sunday morning, and even transportation by churches for those who want to attend services off-site. Residents can bring their cats and dogs, and there's nearby access to health care with the Jackson Purchase Medical Center and pharmacies just up the road, plus a pharmacy within a mile for prescriptions.

    The outdoor grounds, with picnic areas and a gazebo, give plenty of chances to spend time outside, while inside the airy living and dining rooms, residents often gather to talk, share meals, or take part in group activities, and special bikes are available if someone wants exercise without leaving the property. Payment options include private pay, SS/SSI, and state supplements, making it open to many, and the staff welcome all seniors, regardless of background. The community, part of a long-established family of personal care homes, has been around for over two centuries, always aiming to help people keep their independence as much as possible while giving support where needed. The Seniorly score is a 7.3, and many photos of the interior and exterior can be seen on their website for a better look at the surroundings. With devotional times, scheduled outings, and an easy-going atmosphere, Fern Terrace of Mayfield tries to be a supportive setting for those looking to age in place while staying close to shops, parks, restaurants, and places of worship around Mayfield.

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