Best Nursing Homes in West Virginia

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 43 nursing homes in WV using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in WV
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.7/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in West Virginia. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in West Virginia. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in West Virginia. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The West Virginia average is: 47.8% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Elkins Rehabilitation & Care Center
NH
AL
RC
SNF
Elkins
111
Facility 111
WV AVG 87
Rank #12 / 43
92.8%
Facility 92.8%
WV AVG 86.1%
Rank #15 / 36
+8%
4.59
Facility 4.59
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #4 / 42
+32%+27%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #21 / 43
32
Facility 32
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #14 / 43
10.7
Facility 10.7
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #29 / 43
-103-
77
Facility 77
WV AVG 40
Rank #2 / 42
Elkins Regional Convalescent Center, Inc
$16.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $16.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #9 / 34
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #8 / 34
50.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #5 / 34
515025
Serra Village
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Weirton (Chestnut Hill)
137
Facility 137
WV AVG 87
Rank #4 / 43
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
WV AVG 86.1%
Rank #12 / 36
+10%
4.30
Facility 4.30
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #6 / 42
+43%+19%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
47
Facility 47
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #25 / 43
11.8
Facility 11.8
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #31 / 43
1129-
31
Facility 31
WV AVG 40
Rank #28 / 42
Weirton Geriatric Center Esop
$20.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #3 / 34
$12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #1 / 34
62.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #3 / 34
515037
Fairhaven Opco
NH
AL
HOS
RESC
SNF
Huntington (Central City)
41
Facility 41
WV AVG 87
Rank #39 / 43
--
3.37
Facility 3.37
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #21 / 42
+41%-7%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
28
Facility 28
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #8 / 43
9.3
Facility 9.3
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #23 / 43
-8-
63
Facility 63
WV AVG 40
Rank #9 / 42
Mph Trust
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #30 / 34
$3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #28 / 34
44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #11 / 34
515021
Roane General Hospital
NH
HOS
PC
RC
Spencer
35
Facility 35
WV AVG 87
Rank #41 / 43
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
WV AVG 86.1%
Rank #16 / 36
+7%
5.50
Facility 5.50
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #2 / 42
+7%+52%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
36
Facility 36
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #17 / 43
12.0
Facility 12.0
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #32 / 43
-32-
58
Facility 58
WV AVG 40
Rank #12 / 42
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Sundale Nursing Home
NH
MC
PC
SNF
Morgantown
100
Facility 100
WV AVG 87
Rank #17 / 43
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
WV AVG 86.1%
Rank #26 / 36
-1%
3.65
Facility 3.65
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #14 / 42
-9%+1%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
31
Facility 31
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #13 / 43
7.8
Facility 7.8
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #13 / 43
-85-
47
Facility 47
WV AVG 40
Rank #14 / 42
Sundale Nursing Home
$14.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #16 / 34
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #5 / 34
62.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #3 / 34
515083
Edgewood Summit
NH
AL
CCRC(
IL
MC
RESC
SNF
Charleston (Edgewood)
42
Facility 42
WV AVG 87
Rank #38 / 43
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WV AVG 86.1%
Rank #28 / 36
-3%
5.89
Facility 5.89
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #1 / 42
-35%+63%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
16
Facility 16
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #1 / 43
5.3
Facility 5.3
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #3 / 43
-35-
10
Facility 10
WV AVG 40
Rank #36 / 42
Edgewood Summit, Inc. Dba The Ridgemont At Edgwood Summit
$2.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $2.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #34 / 34
$5.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #15 / 34
277.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 277.9%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #1 / 34
515193
Valley Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
South Charleston (Rock Lake Village)
119
Facility 119
WV AVG 87
Rank #11 / 43
--
2.91
Facility 2.91
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #35 / 42
-11%-20%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
58
Facility 58
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #32 / 43
6.4
Facility 6.4
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #7 / 43
-122-
5
Facility 5
WV AVG 40
Rank #39 / 42
1539 Country Club Road Operations, LLC
$19.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $19.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #5 / 34
$7.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #10 / 34
37.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 37.4%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #21 / 34
515169
Complete Care at Dawnview LLC
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Fort Ashby
66
Facility 66
WV AVG 87
Rank #27 / 43
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
WV AVG 86.1%
Rank #21 / 36
+4%
3.53
Facility 3.53
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #16 / 42
-27%-2%
$43.0k
Facility $43.0k
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #32 / 43
40
Facility 40
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #20 / 43
10.0
Facility 10.0
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #27 / 43
259A+
39
Facility 39
WV AVG 40
Rank #24 / 42
Complete Care At Dawnview LLC
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #24 / 34
$2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #31 / 34
25%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 25%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #32 / 34
515163
St. Barbara’s Memorial Nursing Home
NH
SNF
Monongah
57
Facility 57
WV AVG 87
Rank #35 / 43
91.2%
Facility 91.2%
WV AVG 86.1%
Rank #18 / 36
+6%
3.53
Facility 3.53
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #16 / 42
+71%-2%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
22
Facility 22
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #4 / 43
5.5
Facility 5.5
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #4 / 43
-52-
18
Facility 18
WV AVG 40
Rank #32 / 42
St. Barbara's Memorial Nursing Home
$7.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #32 / 34
$3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #30 / 34
43.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 43.5%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #16 / 34
515012
Elizabeth Care Center
NH
SNF
Elizabeth
36
Facility 36
WV AVG 87
Rank #40 / 43
--
3.30
Facility 3.30
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #24 / 42
+23%-9%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
24
Facility 24
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #6 / 43
8.0
Facility 8.0
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #14 / 43
-62-
22
Facility 22
WV AVG 40
Rank #31 / 42
Elizabeth Care Center
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #33 / 34
$2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #32 / 34
46.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #8 / 34
515195

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Overview of Elkins Rehabilitation & Care Center

Elkins Rehabilitation & Care Center offers nursing home, assisted living, respite care, and skilled nursing in Elkins, West Virginia. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing assistance and nursing oversight, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks in a residential setting. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs temporary support. The range of care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since changing care needs may be addressed within the same community.

The community has 111 beds, with private and semi-private rooms. A private room provides a single living space, while a semi-private room accommodates shared living. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 36 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available through the facility, allowing residents to receive rehabilitation as part of their care.

A beauty and barber shop provides grooming services on site, and the dining room offers a variety of choices with a two-hour dining window for each meal. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. A Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops and services independently. Tara Shaver serves as administrator, and Elkins Regional Convalescent Center operates the community.

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Serra Village

2525 Pennsylvania Ave, Weirton, WV 26062
Overview of Serra Village

Located in Weirton, WV, Serra Village is an assisted living and independent living community with a highly dedicated team of medical, nursing, and activity professionals, ensuring the highest quality of care. With 24-hour supervision, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities, you can be confident that your loved ones are well taken care of. Serra Manor offers air-conditioned rooms with weekly concierge and housekeeping services. Residents can enjoy fitness programs, movie nights, daily activities, and access to a game room. Additionally, the facility provides all-day dining with a dedicated dining room, offering meals tailored to specific dietary needs and medical conditions.
Other communities in Serra Village include Grandview Terrace, where residents enjoy the best of independent retirement living. Here, we handle the tasks your loved ones want us to take care of, allowing them to relax in a serene, safe environment filled with activities and even field trips. It’s pressure-free living – the community handles cooking and cleaning, letting your loved one focus on enjoying retirement life in a beautiful setting where wildlife makes daily visits to an expansive backyard leading into beautiful woods.

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Overview of Fairhaven Opco

Madison Park Healthcare is a skilled nursing home in Huntington, West Virginia, located on Madison Avenue on the city’s west side. It is operated by Fairhaven Opco, LLC under owner MPH Trust. The home accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

At 26 beds across a three-storey building, Madison Park is a smaller, more intimate nursing home rather than a large institutional community. Residents live in private and semi-private suites, each equipped with cable television and an emergency response system so help is close at hand. For families weighing options, that smaller scale often translates into a quieter daily rhythm and more familiar faces among staff and fellow residents.

Care is anchored by a strong daily staffing commitment. Total nursing care averages about 3 hours and 55 minutes per resident each day, with registered nurse time of roughly 55 minutes and nurse aide support close to 2 hours. For a nursing home, that level of hands-on time is a meaningful signal of how much direct support residents can expect.

Beyond care, the home includes a few touches that make day-to-day life more comfortable, including an on-site hair salon and a coffee shop right in the building. Its Huntington location scores 63 out of 100 for walkability, so some errands can be handled on foot while most trips will involve a short drive, and the setting is convenient for nearby family to visit.

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Overview of Roane General Hospital

Roane General Hospital offers nursing home care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Spencer, WV. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing oversight, while hospice care focuses on comfort for someone nearing the end of life and palliative care addresses comfort and symptom management alongside serious illness treatment. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs temporary relief, travel time, or recovery.

The home has 35 beds, making it a smaller community where residents and staff can get to know one another. Roane General Hospital may be a good fit for someone who needs a smaller nursing home setting or for a family seeking hospice, palliative, or short-term respite care. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident.

Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, giving eligible residents and families those payment options for covered care. Outpatient therapy and rehabilitation services, along with cardiac rehabilitation, allow residents to receive rehabilitation support through programs available at the hospital rather than arranging care elsewhere. Doug Bentz serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sundale Nursing Home

Sundale Nursing Home can deliver world-class nursing service where seniors age gracefully in a resort-style environment. Specializing in nursing homes and rehabilitation, the home boasts a safe, comfortable, and assured atmosphere.  Sundale offers a haven for seniors to relax and recover.
Residential life is all about amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, wound care, restorative nursing, IV therapy, palliative care, and dementia care.

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Overview of Edgewood Summit

Treat yourself to a blissful retirement with the distinguished senior living community of Edgewood Summit in Baker Lane, Charleston, WV, providing assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community features a selection of specially designed and sophisticated one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences for seniors’ comfort and convenience. A responsible and highly trained team delivers top-notch care and assistance around the clock for seniors to thrive and make every moment of their best years count.

A robust calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs accompanies residents as they explore new things and rekindle interest. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Edgewood Summit strives to create a haven for seniors to enjoy their golden years.

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Valley Center

1000 Lincoln Dr, South Charleston, WV 25309
Overview of Valley Center

Valley Center of the Genesis Healthcare Community is a nursing home ideal for residents who seek to relax and recover in South Charleston. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, the multi-awarded community provides professional and compassionate service for its residents. Valley Center cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting.

The services are multidisciplinary for both long-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation, focusing on post-surgical care, on-site therapy (physical, occupational, speech), strength conditioning, mobility improvement, colostomy care, dementia care, pain management, and wound care. Medical professionals are on-call, including nurse practitioners and physicians.

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Overview of Complete Care at Dawnview

Complete Care at Dawnview is a nursing home in FORT ASHBY, WV, offering hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide long-term care and licensed nursing care on site around the clock, with 24-hour staffing for residents who may need care at any time. Hospice focuses on comfort at the end of life, while palliative care addresses symptom relief and quality of life during serious illness.

Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away. Post-acute and short-term rehabilitation support recovery after an illness or hospital stay. Cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, bariatric care, and psychology and psychiatric care are also available for residents whose care plans include these specialized services.

The community has 66 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 32 minutes per resident each day. Complete Care at Dawnview may be a good fit for someone needing post-acute rehabilitation or for a family caregiver seeking a short-term respite stay. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted: Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. Stephanie Shoemaker serves as the administrator.

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Overview of St. Barbara’s Memorial Nursing Home

St. Barbara’s Memorial Nursing Home provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Monongah, West Virginia. Long term nursing care is available alongside short term skilled nursing and rehabilitation, so a resident may stay for ongoing care or use a time limited placement for skilled support and recovery. Nursing services are available around the clock, with oversight during both the day and night.

Established in 1961, the home has 57 beds. Its smaller size may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 32 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid can help support a long stay when savings may not cover ongoing care, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence; private pay allows a family to pay directly. Marcy Faranacci serves as administrator, and residents can use rehabilitation services, a salon, and the Outdoor Patio/Gazebo without leaving the home for those amenities.

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Overview of Elizabeth Care Center

Operated by Elizabeth Care Center, Elizabeth Care Center is a nursing home in Elizabeth, West Virginia. It is owned by Ecc Trust and administered by Hannah Moore. The 36-bed facility has been operating for two years. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several options when arranging coverage. The community is currently at full occupancy. Residents stay an average of 179 days, including those under short-term rehabilitation stays and with ongoing care needs.

Rehabilitation services are available within the facility. Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 50 minutes per resident each day. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and LPN/LVN staff provide that support for hands-on assistance with daily activities as well as medical oversight for residents recovering from illness or managing longer-term health needs.

Dining here is resident-centered. Residents can choose when they eat and select from the day’s menu at each meal. Through these dining schedules, the community can accommodate individual preferences rather than fixed mealtimes.

The neighborhood’s Walk Score is 22, so most errands and services require transportation. Families visiting regularly may want to plan ahead, as the surrounding area is rural and not walkable for daily needs. The setting may be more suitable for residents who depend on family visits or organized transportation rather than nearby services.

The facility has been working on quality assurance and emergency preparedness efforts. Families touring the home should ask how staff training, facility maintenance, and operational procedures are managed as part of ongoing safety and compliance efforts.

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Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

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  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
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Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
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Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
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Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in West Virginia

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 nursing home care?

Yes — West Virginia Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 43 nursing homes in West Virginia. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in West Virginia?

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 West Virginia, 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 nursing homes in West Virginia?

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.