The Woodlands Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Huntington, WV

The Woodlands Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Huntington, WV

Overview of The Woodlands Retirement Community

With 171 acres of scenic hilltops and valleys to spectate, seniors in the Huntington, West Virginia area looking to settle into the golden years of their lives will find a lush, welcoming, and empowering community at Woodlands Retirement. Offering independent and assisted senior living programs, along with memory and respite care for more specialized support, Woodlands’ team of caring and courteous professionals operate on the golden standards set by LifeCare Communities.

Assistance with daily living activities such as housekeeping, laundry, personal care needs, and medical management tailored to each resident, enable them to lead restful and fulfilling lives at Woodlands. Private living quarters range from studio to two-bedroom options, ensuring privacy, security, and comfort, while nutritious meals are served daily. Residents are able to invest time in wellness programs, trips on the town, solitary or social activities, as they see fit, for the ideal retirement experience.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 91 Rank #29 / 75Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 75 homes we track in West Virginia for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other West Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in West Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #67 / 85Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 85 homes we track in West Virginia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across West Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in West Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
12 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #50 / 62Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 62 homes we track in West Virginia for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the West Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 62. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in West Virginia that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
69% This home usually has availability
Lower than the West Virginia average: 89.9%
Occupied beds
63 / 91

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
IssuanceDecember 31, 2025
CountyCabell
License LevelAnnual
License Number506124

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Woodlands Retirement Community is legally operated by Foster Foundation Dba Woodlands Rertirement Community.

Type Of Units

Supplemental Security Income Beds Units available for residents receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
0 units
Total beds
91 units

Contact Information

Fax(304) 697-1623

Contact The Woodlands Retirement Community

Inspection History

In West Virginia, the Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure is responsible for the unannounced inspection and certification of all senior care facilities.

Since 2001 · 25 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 144 deficiencies 89 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the West Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2001 vs. West Virginia state average
Overall vs. WV average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than West Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (42% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (42% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWV Averagevs. WV Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 144249 This facility has 42% fewer total deficiencies than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (144 vs. WV avg 249).↓ 42% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.62.75 This facility has 42% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical West Virginia assisted living residence (1.6 vs. WV avg 2.75).↓ 42% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWV Averagevs. WV Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 8917 This facility has had 424% more total inspections than the West Virginia average (89 vs. WV avg 17). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 424% more

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 175 / 238 / 415 - 570 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: 3-storey

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near The Woodlands Retirement Community

Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Huntington's city center to The Woodlands Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

Calculate Travel Distance to The Woodlands Retirement Community

Add your location

Address

Compare Assisted Living around Huntington

Info below is compiled from the WV Dept. of Health & Human Resources, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Health-focused investigations or surveys beyond routine inspections, as reported by the state.
Life-safety–focused inspections (e.g. building and safety code reviews) in the reporting window.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Ona
110
Facility 110
WV AVG 80
Rank #19 / 75
Yes
13
Facility 13
WV AVG 37
Rank #66 / 85
Studio
8
Facility 8
WV AVG 3
Rank #3 / 52
75.5%
Facility 75.5%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #42 / 62
Jessica Treadway
21
Facility 21
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #33 / 55
4
Facility 4
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #21 / 51
126
Facility 126
WV AVG 249
Rank #14 / 51
1.5
Facility 1.5
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #8 / 51
The Woodlands Retirement Community
AL
IL
RC
Huntington
91
Facility 91
WV AVG 80
Rank #29 / 75
Yes
12
Facility 12
WV AVG 37
Rank #67 / 85
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #50 / 62
-
8
Facility 8
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #17 / 55
4
Facility 4
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #21 / 51
144
Facility 144
WV AVG 249
Rank #18 / 51
1.6
Facility 1.6
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #9 / 51
The Wyngate Senior Living Barboursville
AL
IL
Barboursville
60
Facility 60
WV AVG 80
Rank #47 / 75
Yes
25
Facility 25
WV AVG 37
Rank #52 / 85
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #37 / 62
Felisha Adkins
10
Facility 10
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #23 / 55
4
Facility 4
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #21 / 51
166
Facility 166
WV AVG 249
Rank #23 / 51
2.0
Facility 2.0
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #14 / 51
Fairhaven Opco
AL
HOS
NH
RESC
SNF
Huntington (Central City)
41
Facility 41
WV AVG 80
Rank #66 / 75
No
63
Facility 63
WV AVG 37
Rank #16 / 85
Certified LTC (41)
2
Facility 2
WV AVG 3
Rank #6 / 52
--
7
Facility 7
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #12 / 55
3
Facility 3
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #9 / 51
118
Facility 118
WV AVG 249
Rank #13 / 51
2.1
Facility 2.1
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #19 / 51
Braley Care Homes Memory Care Facility
AL
MC
Hurricane (Lexington Estates)
16
Facility 16
WV AVG 80
Rank #72 / 75
No
6
Facility 6
WV AVG 37
Rank #79 / 85
--
93.8%
Facility 93.8%
WV AVG 80.7%
Rank #16 / 62
Chris Braley
7
Facility 7
WV AVG 19.7
Rank #12 / 55
4
Facility 4
WV AVG 5.2
Rank #21 / 51
59
Facility 59
WV AVG 249
Rank #6 / 51
1.2
Facility 1.2
WV AVG 14.6
Rank #6 / 51

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in West Virginia

The Woodlands Retirement Community is located in Huntington, West Virginia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in West Virginia.

Get Financial aid guidance

Aged and Disabled Waiver

WV Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General West Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WV

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

West Virginia Lighthouse Program

WV Lighthouse

Age 60+
General West Virginia resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
WV

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

West Virginia OAA Services

Age 60+
General WV resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~20,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

West Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WV resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WV

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

West Virginia LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WV resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

West Virginia Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WV resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

West Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WV resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WV

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Homestead Exemption for Seniors

West Virginia Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ or totally disabled
General WV resident, homeowner (homestead).
Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

$20,000 assessed value exemption; saves ~$200-$400/year.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$200-$400/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

West Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+
General WV resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WV

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~10,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about The Woodlands Retirement Community

Who is the owner of The Woodlands Retirement Community?

The Woodlands Retirement Community is legally operated by Foster Foundation Dba Woodlands Rertirement Community.

Is The Woodlands Retirement Community in a walkable area?

The Woodlands Retirement Community has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Woodlands Retirement Community?

According to WV state health department records, The Woodlands Retirement Community's license number is 506124.

What is the occupancy rate at The Woodlands Retirement Community?

The Woodlands Retirement Community's occupancy is 69%.

Are pets allowed at The Woodlands Retirement Community?

Yes, The Woodlands Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Woodlands Retirement Community have?

The Woodlands Retirement Community has 91 beds.

Has The Woodlands Retirement Community had any deficiencies?

The Woodlands Retirement Community has had 144 reported deficiencies since 2001 according to records from West Virginia Department of Health (OHFLAC).

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance