Best Assisted Living in Bridgeport, WV

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Bridgeport, WV using WV Dept. of Health & Human Resources data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WV
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Elison Independent & Assisted Living of Maplewood
AL
IL
Bridgeport (Maple Lake)
56
Facility 56
WV AVG 72
Rank #24 / 38
D+No
6
Facility 6
WV AVG 32
Rank #41 / 43
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WV AVG 3
Rank #12 / 26
48.2%
Facility 48.2%
WV AVG 77.1%
Rank #31 / 33
Andrew Jackson
9
Facility 9
WV AVG 18.2
Rank #14 / 37
4
Facility 4
WV AVG 3.7
Rank #16 / 33
218
Facility 218
WV AVG 247
Rank #26 / 33
2.8
Facility 2.8
WV AVG 14.5
Rank #29 / 33
Wishing Well Assisted Living Community at Fairmont
AL
HOS
RC
Fairmont
52
Facility 52
WV AVG 72
Rank #26 / 38
A+No
67
Facility 67
WV AVG 32
Rank #3 / 43
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46.2%
Facility 46.2%
WV AVG 77.1%
Rank #32 / 33
Brian Bazylak
41
Facility 41
WV AVG 18.2
Rank #34 / 37
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66
Facility 66
WV AVG 247
Rank #7 / 33
1.3
Facility 1.3
WV AVG 14.5
Rank #7 / 33
Harmony at White Oaks
AL
MC
Bridgeport
130
Facility 130
WV AVG 72
Rank #3 / 38
-Yes
10
Facility 10
WV AVG 32
Rank #37 / 43
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
WV AVG 3
Rank #4 / 26
-Beth Harris
24
Facility 24
WV AVG 18.2
Rank #28 / 37
4
Facility 4
WV AVG 3.7
Rank #16 / 33
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WV assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Bridgeport. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Elison Independent & Assisted Living of Maplewood

Elison Independent & Assisted Living of Maplewood in Bridgeport, WV, accommodates both independent and assisted living lifestyles. Assisted living helps residents manage daily care needs while maintaining a private home, whereas independent living offers private housing alongside community amenities without routine physical care.

Operating with 56 beds, this smaller community features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. These layouts can accommodate single individuals or couples looking to live together. Managed under the leadership of administrator Andrew Jackson, the facility provides various indoor amenities, including a dining program, fitness area, beauty salon, library, game room, and bistro.

Outdoor areas feature walking paths, a fishing pond, a courtyard, a putting green, and recreational spaces for lawn games.

Interested families seeking independent or supportive senior housing in Harrison County can contact the facility for inquiries or request a tour.

Contact Elison Independent & Assisted Living of Maplewood

Overview of Wishing Well Assisted Living Community at Fairmont

Wishing Well Assisted Living Community at Fairmont provides assisted living, hospice care, and respite care in Fairmont, West Virginia. Assisted living services support residents with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, and medication administration in private living quarters. Hospice programs deliver comfort-oriented care, while respite stays accommodate short-term needs when routine caregivers take time off.

This 52-bed location offers Private, Private Deluxe, and Companion Suites under the direction of administrator Brian Bazylak. On-site features include restaurant-style dining, physical rehabilitation services, salon or barber options, and outdoor gardens with courtyards. Local transportation is provided for trips around town, and the neighborhood carries a 67 walk score, indicating that some basic errands can be completed on foot.

Prospective residents can get in touch with Wishing Well Assisted Living Community at Fairmont to discuss suite availability, review respite arrangements, or schedule a tour.

Contact Wishing Well Assisted Living Community at Fairmont

Overview of Harmony at White Oaks

Harmony at White Oaks offers assisted living and memory care in Bridgeport, WV. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains their own living space, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels available, Harmony at White Oaks may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 130 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing. A studio suits one resident, while a two bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together. The starting price is $4,246 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly budgeting.

Residents can use a full service salon and barber shop, fitness center, movie theater, library, garden patios, and landscaped grounds with a walking path. Physical fitness activities, lifelong learning programs, and social events provide organized ways to spend time, while rehabilitation services are also available. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet, and respite care supports a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Beth Harris serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Bridgeport Operations Dba Harmony at White Oaks.

Starting Price $4,246/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Bridgeport at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Bridgeport, WV. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 79The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Bridgeport, WV. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Bridgeport, WV

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in West Virginia?

Assisted living in West Virginia supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in West Virginia?

Assisted living in West Virginia is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does West Virginia Medicaid cover assisted living?

West Virginia Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including West Virginia) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 assisted living facilities in Bridgeport, WV. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Bridgeport, WV?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Bridgeport, WV, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Bridgeport, WV?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.