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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sylvester, WV

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If your loved one needs memory care in Sylvester, A Place for Mom can help. With 6 memory care facilities in Sylvester, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Sylvester incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Sylvester memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Sylvester, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Sylvester Memory Care Facilities | 110 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/23/24
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Photo of Brookdale Charleston Gardens
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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32 reviews
9.5
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32 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
25%
3 star
6%
2 star
3%
1 star
6%
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These people went to bat for my FIL when a rehab center was going to kick him out no matter what and it was a weekend. Normally Brookdale doesn't admit on the weekend, but the rehab center got belligerent...
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
Review score
17 reviews
9.4
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17 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
18%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
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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Photo of Oak Hill Place
77 Photos available
9.2
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16 reviews
9.2
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16 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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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
8.7
Review score
45 reviews
8.7
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45 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
13%
3 star
7%
2 star
4%
1 star
7%
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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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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 Willow Hill Inn
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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Cost of memory care in Sylvester, WV

The average cost of senior living in Sylvester is $4,433 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fayetteville, WV with an average of $3,858 per month.

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

Sylvester, WV
$4,433/mo
$4,341/mo

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

Sylvester, WV
$4,433/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,433/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Sylvester, 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 Sylvester over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Sylvester

Recent reviews for memory care in Sylvester

Harmony at Southridge in Charleston, WV

4.1
Always a difference in staff - not all are 5s. But my general sense is that most do give good attention and provide quality care. We have recommended the facility to others.

Kanawha Place in Charleston, WV

5.0
Unfortunately mom was only there a few days as she had a stroke 3 days after moving in and passed a week later. I cannot say enough good things about every aspect of Kanawha Place. Highly recommend to anyone looking for that type of a facility, top-notch in all areas.

Oak Hill Place

5.0
With the activities and the meals and dining service, [name removed] wasn't in residence log enough to assess these. Based on the experience we did have with Oak Hill Place, we would recommend them to other families.

Sylvester review score based on 40 family reviews

9.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 6 Sylvester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sylvester 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

Sylvester review score compared against nearby cities

9.2
Sylvester, WV6 facilities
9.1
Whitesville, WV5 facilities
9.2
Madison, WV6 facilities

Review subcategories for Sylvester 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 40 reviews of 6 Sylvester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sylvester 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.
Sylvester, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Sylvester memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sylvester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sylvester, 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 Sylvester 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 Sylvester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sylvester, WVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
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
66.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
73.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sylvester 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 Sylvester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sylvester, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sylvester 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 Sylvester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sylvester, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Sylvester 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 Sylvester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sylvester, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sylvester 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 Sylvester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sylvester, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
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 Sylvester, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 6 memory care facilities near Sylvester, West Virginia. See the full list.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Sylvester, 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 Sylvester, 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 Sylvester, 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 Sylvester, West Virginia ranges from $770 to $7895. The average Memory Care cost in Sylvester, West Virginia is $4,433. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Sylvester, West Virginia typically starts at $770. 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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