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Loretto Living Center at Loretto Motherhouse

The Loretto Living Center at Loretto Motherhouse (LLCLM), formerly known as Loretto Motherhouse Infirmary, is a licensed long-term healthcare facility, founded by the Sisters of Loretto, providing the highest standard of holistic care that promotes comfort, security and dignity for all residents in a homelike atmosphere. The Loretto Living Center has consistently received five-star ratings from the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Hospitality • Dignity • Autonomy • Integrity • Faith

Mission

The Loretto Living Center at Loretto Motherhouse is committed to providing holistic, person-centered care in a safe and nurturing environment. We foster a culture of compassion and dignity that supports both residents and staff in body, mind and spirit. Through meaningful relationships and dedicated service, we strive to make a difference in every life we touch.

For questions or more information about the Loretto Living Center, please use this contact form.

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Skilled Nursing Facility

  • The nursing facility consists of 55 resident beds with 6 beds dedicated to short-term rehabilitation. Each room is equipped with cable TV, WiFi, and phone.
  • Nursing services are provided by licensed nurse aides and nurses. Services include: bathing, dressing, toileting, ambulation, medication management, nutrition, skin care, wound care or observation of a medical diagnosis.
  • Our palliative care program is available to promote comfort care at end of life.
  • Living Center activities are ongoing with scheduled events group events and individual visits. golf cart rides, outdoor events, and pet visits are offered. The Activity Room may be reserved for resident family events.
  • Meals are overseen by a dietician and selective menus are utilized. Residents may have their meals in their rooms or in a dining room setting.

A bathroom with a step-free shower, toilet, sink and cabinet.

Personal Care

The Personal Care unit consists of 7 rooms, each with a bathroom. Staff are available as needed and are responsible for nursing services, medication management, physician visits, and housekeeping and laundry services.


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Mariella patio

Independent Living

The Mariella Apartments consists of 12 independent senior living units, with both suites and studios available. Each unit has a handicap accessible bathroom with shower and a kitchenette with microwave and refrigerator. Rent includes utilities, use of laundry, cable TV, phone, and WiFi at no additional charge. Monthly meal plans are available in the dining room.

Residents will have access to the Motherhouse campus and community events including events in the Church. Common rooms include a TV lounge room, gathering space, public restroom, kitchen with dining table, and laundry room. More details available on this page.

Smoke-Free Campus

The Loretto Living Center is a smoke-free campus. Smoking is prohibited on the campus which includes the buildings, outside areas, and personal vehicles.

CMS

LLCLM has consistently been rated five stars on the Five Star Quality Rating System by CMS.

Newsweek

LLCLM was recognized on the Best Nursing Homes 2026 and 2025 list by Newsweek.

U.S. News

LLCLM was recognized as high performing on the Best Nursing Homes list by U.S. News for Short-Term Rehab and Long-Term Care with a 5/5 overall rating.

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Michelle Essex, Administrator
Photo: Larry Smith

Michelle Essex, Administrator
Loretto Living Center
at Loretto Motherhouse
466 Academy Lane
Nerinx, KY 40049

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You can learn more about employment at the Loretto Living Center here.