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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kanawha County, WV

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Kanawha County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Kanawha County, WV may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Kanawha County or another care type is right for you. Browse 11 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Kanawha County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hugo, Confidence and Heizer.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Kanawha County, 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
5 star
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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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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My loved one lived in this facility for a time, and overall it was a pretty nice place. The facility itself was well kept and clean, and the staff were friendly. They did seem a bit shorthanded at times, and...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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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.
At Marmet Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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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.
Photo of Arthur B Hodges Center At Edgewood Summit Alr/Alz
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Kanawha County, WV

The average cost of senior living in Kanawha County is $4,959 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pratt, WV with an average of $4,469 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kanawha County, WV vs. nearby counties

Kanawha County, WV
$4,959/mo
$4,937/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kanawha County, WV vs. the state and national average

Kanawha County, WV
$4,959/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kanawha County vs. other types of senior living

$4,221/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,959/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Kanawha County, WV by room type

Semi-Private
$4,386/mo
Studio
$5,184/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,500/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,405/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Kanawha County over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Kanawha County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kanawha County

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!

English Meadows Teays Valley Campus in Scott Depot, WV

5.0
If I was looking for a place to go, this is where I would want to go if I could afford it. They have so many different things for the residents to do. And there are so many areas for socialization. When they're not shut down for Covid, they're not secluded at all. My loved one enjoys Bingo, ...
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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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Kanawha County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kanawha County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kanawha County, 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 Kanawha County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Kanawha County 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
28.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
57.1%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
57.1%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
57.1%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kanawha County nursing homes

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 Kanawha County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kanawha County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kanawha County 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
14.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Kanawha County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kanawha County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kanawha County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Kanawha County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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Brookdale Charleston Gardens, Kanawha Place and Rolling Meadows Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Kanawha County, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Kanawha County, West Virginia. See the full list.

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