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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Swandale, WV

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Photo of Brookdale Charleston Gardens
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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31 reviews
9.5
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31 reviews
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The staff in memory care is wonderful. Sad that [name removed] is leaving, hats off to her . The other girls treat my mother very well also. I would and already have recommended Brookdale Charleston Gardens...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Great Care for Now and LaterWe are an assisted living and memory care community in Charleston, West Virginia where seniors can find more options for living life well, and less stress knowing that we’re here to help. They also find a warm community that feels just like home sweet home.You’ll find...
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Photo of Kanawha Place
44 Photos available
9.4
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17 reviews
9.4
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17 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
18%
3 star
6%
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0%
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12%
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This was the only facility we visited when looking for assisted living. We have been pleased overall with the experience, No major complaints!
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our beautiful home in the capital of West Virginia has been a leader in assisted living services for nearly 40 years. Located in Charleston, West Virginia, residents at Kanawha Place enjoy unparalleled access to numerous shopping centers, fine dining and hotels - not to mention our access to the...
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9.2
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16 reviews
9.2
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16 reviews
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I definitely do recommend this facility to others. The communication with staff is excellent. If they are not available, they return calls when they are available. They keep us informed of what is happening,...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Enlivant community Oak Hill Place provides senior living services that strive to feel like home to you right away. We are conveniently located near Oak Hill, West Virginia which gives our residents access to shopping and dining, while maintaining small town character. We respect your dignity...
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Photo of Harmony at Southridge
2020 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.9
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45 reviews
8.9
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45 reviews
5 star
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I was not sure what to expect as I had to transfer my mom from another facility due to they just were not equipped to handle Memory Care type of people. First they got mom into the rehab program, I am not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Harmony at SouthridgeIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Charleston, West Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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I had toured a few different communities in the area and none of them gave me the feeling that I have with this community. My husband seems to be adjusting well other than the fact he wants more independence...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
While SweetBriar Assisted Living is located in Dunbar, we draw residents from all over the Kanawha Valley and further. Only minutes from downtown Charleston, our assisted living residence and activities are designed to accommodate many individuals' lifestyles and needs. We offer deluxe private...
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This is a good community for those who don't want a larger place it served my family well, our input counts and the price was good, it was peace of mind.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Dream Home Assisted Living is located in picturesque Cross Lanes, West Virginia. The residence is nestled on a hillside and enjoys mature trees as a lovely backdrop. Dream Home is a newly constructed,ten bed assisted living community. Residents can choose between private and semi-private rooms....
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Arthur B Hodges Center At Edgewood Summit Alr/Alz
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Edgewood SummitEdgewood Summit, Inc. is a West Virginia non-profit corporation organized in 1990 for the sole purpose of developing, owning and operating the Edgewood Summit senior living community located in Charleston, West Virginia. Edgewood Summit, Inc. is a subsidiary of ABH, Inc., which is...
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I would tell individuals it was a good place to take your loved one. The community does a good job there, during the time my loved one was. The food was decent for my loved one. The room was nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Autumn Way Assisted Living of Rupert, West Virgina is located in a beautiful setting surrounded by mountains, farm and open space to meet the daily needs of senior citizens. This personal care home at the intersection of Nicholas Street and 4th street offers private and semi-private rooms to all...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in Swandale, WV

The average cost of senior living in Swandale is $3,793 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gassaway, WV with an average of $2,300 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Swandale, WV vs. nearby cities

Swandale, WV
$3,793/mo
$4,149/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Swandale, WV vs. the state and national average

Swandale, WV
$3,793/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Swandale vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,793/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Swandale, WV by room type

Semi-Private
$3,767/mo
Studio
$4,952/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,637/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,515/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Swandale over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Swandale

Recent reviews for memory care in Swandale

Sweetbriar in Dunbar, WV

5.0
My mother stayed here for respite. Everything was fine during her stay. The food was okay and she was well nourished. She participated in activities as well.The client contact staff did a wonderful job!

Autumn Way Assisted Living in Rupert, WV

4.5
Nobody's perfect but the enriching environment is close....it seems the staff is always cheerful and professional. The place is clean and void of any unpleasant odors experienced at similar facilities......it is not fancy if you are looking for that as a primary factor to place your loved ...
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Dream Home Assisted Living in Charleston, WV

4.5
My Mother In Law was a resident at Dream Home in Cross Lanes WV and I would highly recommend to anyone seeking placement. Blessing, who is over the Home truly cares for the residents. The home was always clean, laundry was done on a daily basis and the residents were clean and cared for. The ...
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Swandale review score based on 41 family reviews

9.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 11 Swandale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Swandale review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Swandale review score compared against nearby cities

9.3
Swandale, WV11 facilities
9.0
Clay, WV17 facilities
9.1
Summersville, WV12 facilities

Review subcategories for Swandale memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 41 reviews of 11 Swandale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Swandale resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Swandale, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Swandale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Swandale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Swandale, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Swandale memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Swandale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
63.6%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Swandale memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Swandale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Swandale, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Swandale memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Swandale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Swandale, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Swandale memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Swandale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Swandale, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Swandale memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Swandale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Swandale, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Charleston Gardens, Kanawha Place and Oak Hill Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Swandale, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 13 memory care facilities near Swandale, West Virginia. See the full list.

The 13 memory care facilities near you in Swandale, West Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Swandale, West Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Swandale, West Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Swandale, West Virginia ranges from $1765 to $7530. The average Memory Care cost in Swandale, West Virginia is $3,793. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Swandale, West Virginia typically starts at $1765. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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