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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gilmer, WV
If you’re looking for independent living in the Gilmer area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Gilmer. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Gilmer, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Jane Lew, Henrietta and Weston.
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9.0
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15 reviews
The staff is very nice and they communicate well with the family. The facility is always clean. The move-in process is a bit awkward in that the family has to do literally everything. No guidance or...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at White OaksAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Bridgeport, West Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to...
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7.8
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30 reviews
They have really upgraded the activities. The food could be a bit better but with this economy I am sure it's hard. But overall it's a good place. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They really know...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Cedar Grove Senior Assisted Living, located in Parkersburg, West Virginia, has more than 30-years of history providing a friendly and pleasant country setting where residents can enjoy their independence while receiving supportive services tailored to their individual needs. Located in historic...
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5.3
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26 reviews
Maplewood is fabulous. My in-laws were getting up in years and just not safe to be in that huge house. We took the tour and was hooked. They treat you like family from the first moment and take as good as...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Elison of Maplewood’s countryside campus is located in a picturesque valley with scenic views of the surrounding hills and farms, a pond and extensive walking paths throughout the campus. And, our community is also just minutes from downtown Bridgeport. We offer a wide variety of activities and...
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The staff is absolutely wonderful, they are so kind to my mother as well as us when we come to visit. The care services are wonderful. My mom is in the memory unit, which they do some exercises for them, but...
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.
The residents of Colonial Place don't have to imagine residing in the peace, tranquility, and breathtaking beauty of the foothills of Elkins, Randolph County, West Virginia, because they get to live it every day. This assisted living community concentrating on memory care sits in a wooded setting...
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
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.
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I would like to say thank you to all the staff, at Home Away From Home, for all the work they put into making tonight's Thanksgiving dinner a success. It was great! Thank you!!!
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.
Nestled within the beauty of the WV Mountains in Grafton, WV, Home Away From Home Assisted Living Center maintains a peaceful, caring atmosphere in a down home setting. Our fully renovated apartments foster a community-oriented family-like ambiance along with our community living area. Although...
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Cost of independent living in Gilmer, WV
The average cost of senior living in Gilmer is $4,522 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gassaway, WV with an average of $2,300 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilmer, WV vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gilmer, WV vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gilmer, WV by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Gilmer
Recent reviews for independent living in Gilmer
Cedar Grove in Parkersburg, WV
4.6
My 92 year old sister-in-law stayed at the Cedar Grove facility in Parkersburg, WV for 2 weeks after she broke her leg after a fall. She was very pleased with the food and care. The admission process was stress-free and the staff was patient and attentive.
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
5.0
The community is very nice and the staff is very friendly. The place is kept very clean and the maintenance does an excellent job. They have about 4 to 5 different activities daily. They also have manicures for the ladies once a week, my mother really enjoys that. The meals are in good portions, ...
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Gilmer independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilmer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilmer, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gilmer independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gilmer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilmer independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gilmer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilmer independent 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 independent living communities in Gilmer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46.1%
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Harmony at White Oaks, Cedar Grove and Elison of Maplewood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gilmer, West Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Gilmer, West Virginia. See the full list.
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