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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shafer, WV
If you’re looking for assisted living in Shafer, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Shafer or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Shafer.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Shafer for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 37 assisted living facilities in the Shafer area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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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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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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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 assisted living in Shafer, WV
The average cost of senior living in Shafer is $3,758 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Reedsville, WV with an average of $2,975 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shafer, WV vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shafer, WV vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shafer, WV by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Shafer over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shafer, WV
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shafer.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shafer
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shafer
Home Away From Home Assisted Living Center in Grafton, WV
4.3
My uncle is doing really good here. We like that he is active and enjoys the activities.The menu is appealing. The staff are attentive and do the best that they can and we like that he is getting the attention and care that he is needed. We have recommended friends to come to this community for ...
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Elison of Maplewood in Bridgeport, WV
4.7
The room is normally pretty clean. We picked this community because of the convience, it was close to my home and they had an opening when I needed to place my loved one. The communication is pretty good. Overall, it's above average.
Harmony at Morgantown
5.0
I don't think you can find anything nicer then the harmony house. I would recommend to others. I am familiar with Morgantown and I always liked it there and it is not far from my home.
Shafer review score based on 44 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 44 reviews of 31 Shafer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shafer review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Shafer review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shafer assisted living
When assisted living 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 44 reviews of 31 Shafer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shafer resident and family assisted living 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.Shafer, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Shafer assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shafer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shafer, 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 Shafer assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Shafer 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
41.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shafer assisted living
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 Shafer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shafer, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shafer assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shafer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shafer, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.1%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Shafer assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shafer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shafer, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29%
42%
Room service
Room service
22.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shafer assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Shafer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shafer, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shafer
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about West Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shafer protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Harmony at Morgantown, Beulahland Assisted Living and Harmony at White Oaks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shafer, West Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 37 assisted living facilities near Shafer, West Virginia. See the full list.
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