Page 4 of Best Nursing Homes in West Virginia

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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.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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 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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Crystal Springs
NH
SNF
Elkins
84
Facility 84
WV AVG 87
Rank #22 / 43
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
WV AVG 87.5%
Rank #21 / 41
+5%
3.32
Facility 3.32
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #24 / 42
B- -53%-8%
$0
Facility $0
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #1 / 43
71
Facility 71
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #35 / 43
11.8
Facility 11.8
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #32 / 43
-77-
77
Facility 77
WV AVG 40
Rank #2 / 42
200 Whitman Avenue Opco LLC
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #28 / 34
$1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #34 / 34
19.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 19.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #34 / 34
515197
Glasgow Hills of Journey
NH
Glasgow
27
Facility 27
WV AVG 87
Rank #42 / 43
22.2%
Facility 22.2%
WV AVG 87.5%
Rank #41 / 41
-75%
2.74
Facility 2.74
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #39 / 42
? +37%-24%
$72.4k
Facility $72.4k
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #38 / 43
94
Facility 94
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #43 / 43
11.8
Facility 11.8
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #32 / 43
56-
9
Facility 9
WV AVG 40
Rank #38 / 42
Glasgow Hills Of Journey, LLC
$13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #17 / 34
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #20 / 34
36%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 36%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #23 / 34
515118
Bluestone Health and Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
MC
SNF
Bluefield
60
Facility 60
WV AVG 87
Rank #31 / 43
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WV AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 41
+14%
2.87
Facility 2.87
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #35 / 42
C- -85%-21%
$77.0k
Facility $77.0k
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #39 / 43
77
Facility 77
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #39 / 43
7.7
Facility 7.7
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #13 / 43
460--Maples Snf Operations, LLC$5.2M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$2.6M*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.49.9%*Fiscal year ending 09/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.515186
Fairmont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center LLC
NH
MC
SNF
Fairmont
120
Facility 120
WV AVG 87
Rank #6 / 43
90.8%
Facility 90.8%
WV AVG 87.5%
Rank #24 / 41
+4%
2.27
Facility 2.27
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #42 / 42
C- -51%-37%
$18.0k
Facility $18.0k
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #26 / 43
77
Facility 77
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #39 / 43
12.8
Facility 12.8
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #38 / 43
3109-
67
Facility 67
WV AVG 40
Rank #5 / 42
Fairmont Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center LLC
$15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #11 / 34
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #19 / 34
32.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 32.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #30 / 34
515189
Cortland Acres Nursing Home
NH
IL
Thomas
94
Facility 94
WV AVG 87
Rank #20 / 43
98.9%
Facility 98.9%
WV AVG 87.5%
Rank #5 / 41
+13%-C- -18%-
$32.1k
Facility $32.1k
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #28 / 43
31
Facility 31
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #11 / 43
5.2
Facility 5.2
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #3 / 43
293-
45
Facility 45
WV AVG 40
Rank #17 / 42
Cortland Acres Snf Operations LLC
$13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #18 / 34
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #12 / 34
45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #10 / 34
515063
Nella’s at Autumn Lake Healthcare
NH
SNF
Elkins
60
Facility 60
WV AVG 87
Rank #31 / 43
35.0%
Facility 35.0%
WV AVG 87.5%
Rank #40 / 41
-60%
3.70
Facility 3.70
WV AVG 3.62
Rank #12 / 42
? +78%+2%
$59.8k
Facility $59.8k
WV AVG $52.9k
Rank #37 / 43
35
Facility 35
WV AVG 43.1
Rank #16 / 43
7.0
Facility 7.0
WV AVG 9.3
Rank #7 / 43
121-
77
Facility 77
WV AVG 40
Rank #2 / 42
499 Ferguson Road Opco LLC
$9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $13.4M
Rank #26 / 34
$1.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG $5.7M
Rank #33 / 34
19.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 19.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WV AVG 47.8%
Rank #33 / 34
515196

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other WV nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 41 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Crystal Springs

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Crystal Springs provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Elkins, West Virginia, with short term rehabilitation and long term living services. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay, while long term living serves residents who need ongoing care.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapies address movement, daily activities, and communication during rehabilitation. The home also offers pain management, stroke recovery, and joint replacement and orthopedic programs, which can suit someone recovering from a stroke or joint replacement who needs skilled nursing and rehabilitation. There are 84 beds, and total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 19 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay: Medicaid may help families paying for a longer stay, Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay means the family funds care directly. Rose Holicker serves as the administrator.

Contact Autumn Lake Healthcare at Crystal Springs

Overview of Glasgow Hills of Journey

Glasgow Hills of Journey is a nursing home in Glasgow, WV. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, along with support for daily needs, so the community may be a good fit for someone who requires ongoing nursing attention rather than occasional assistance. The home has 27 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 45 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment options for eligible care costs. Residents can dine at Piper’s Restaurant, which offers casual lunch, steaks, and fresh caught seafood. Glasgow Hills of Journey opened in 2001 and is directed by Woody Bishop.

Contact Glasgow Hills of Journey

Overview of Bluestone Health and Rehabilitation

Bluestone Health and Rehabilitation, in Bluefield, WV, carries skilled nursing, memory care, a nursing home designation, and hospice care across 60 beds. The nursing coverage is written down as a program rather than assumed. Memory care means somebody is watching rather than merely nearby, which is the part a household cannot cover.

Oncology care and hospice are both on the list, so the move from treating a cancer to managing its last weeks happens at one address. Four needs land here: short recovery, nursing care that continues, dementia support, and hospice. Short-term rehabilitation, orthopedic rehab, and post-surgical care cover recovery after an operation or an injury.

Pulmonary and bariatric care answer needs of a different kind. Six programs carry names in all: 24/7 Nursing Care, Orthopedic Rehab, Post-Surgical Care, Pulmonary Care, Bariatric Care, and Oncology Care.

A recreation area, a patio, a library, and a salon are what the building holds outside the clinical list. Two hours and 52 minutes of nursing reach each resident daily. Private pay, Medicaid, and Medicare are the three routes, and Matt Fife administers the home for Maples SNF Operations.

Contact Bluestone Health and Rehabilitation

Overview of Fairmont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Fairmont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center offers nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Fairmont, WV. Long term care supports residents who need ongoing assistance, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery period rather than an ongoing stay. The center may be a good fit for a resident whose needs range from short term rehabilitation to ongoing nursing or memory support.

With 120 beds, the center has total nurse staffing of 2 hours and 16 minutes per resident each day. That figure represents the total daily nursing time allocated to each resident, including the combined staffing provided by nurses. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. Medicaid can help cover care for an eligible resident whose savings may not support a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.

Residents have access to a spacious courtyard and patio, providing an outdoor area at the center. Beautician and barber services, along with a salon and spa, give residents access to personal grooming services without leaving the community. A variety of fine dining options is also available.

The center has a Walk Score of 67, described as somewhat walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain outings independently. Dominique Fusco serves as the administrator.

Contact Fairmont Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center LLC

Overview of Cortland Acres Nursing Home

Cortland Acres Nursing Home, in Thomas, WV, pairs nursing home care with independent living. Nursing home care means a licensed nurse is part of the staffing at every point in the day. Independent living is the lighter end, a private home with services available and nothing daily attached. Two levels at one address means the move up need not be a move away.

The building is licensed for 94 beds, nd 98.9% of them are occupied. Almost none of the beds here are free, so a family needing a place soon needs to watch the timing closely or look elsewhere.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are the three routes in. Medicaid answers for the stretch once a family’s savings stop reaching. Medicaid pays only for the skilled weeks that follow an eligible hospital discharge. Private pay means the family or the resident pays directly.

At 45 out of 100, walkability lands in the car-dependent category. Cortland Acres SNF Operations LLC operates the community.

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Overview of Nella’s at Autumn Lake Healthcare

Nella’s at Autumn Lake Healthcare provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Elkins, WV. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are available on site around the clock, while long term living supports residents who need ongoing care in a nursing home setting. Short term rehabilitation is also available. That combination can suit someone needing temporary rehabilitation or a family arranging ongoing nursing home care.

The community has 60 beds, with 3 hours and 42 minutes of total nurse staffing assigned per resident each day. Medicaid can help cover care for eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Private pay allows a family to pay directly. Sherry Foltz serves as the administrator, and Warrior Leasing Co. operates the community.

Contact Nella’s at Autumn Lake Healthcare

Overview of E.a. Hawse Healthcare Center

E.a. Hawse Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Baker, WV, providing ongoing residential nursing care for residents who need daily support and supervision. The center has 24-hour staffing and a doctor on staff, so residents have staff coverage throughout the day and night along with physician care through the facility.

Opened in 1981, E.a. Hawse Healthcare Center has 60 beds for nursing home residents. Services include medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy care, giving residents access to support in several areas beyond daily nursing care.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families multiple payment paths based on eligibility and available personal funds; Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. Pauline Vance is the administrator, and Route 55 Leasing Co. operates the center. E.a. Hawse Healthcare Center may be a good fit for someone who needs nursing home care with staffing available around the clock.

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Overview of Madison Park Healthcare

Madison Park Healthcare is a nursing home and assisted living community in Huntington offering a range of specialties. Their staff is available all day to attend to a resident’s needs. The senior living community is a simple community that provides exemplary service and care; the team of professionals is dedicated to enhancing the quality of living for its residents. Madison Park has undoubtedly provided the golden standard of senior living that makes residents feel welcome.

Madison Park offers skilled nursing care and rehabilitation, such as therapy services (physical, occupational, and speech), hospice care, respiratory therapy, and dietary programs. Community amenities include well-lit lounge areas, private suites, emergency response systems, and a full-service salon. They also provide the Life Care program, designed to prepare for future scenarios that will help with financial stability.

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Overview of Welty Home for the Aged

Welty Home for the Aged is a residential assisted living community that has well-thought-of ways to make the experience hassle-free for seniors 65 and older. The staff celebrates each individual’s uniqueness and promotes senior individuality by letting them do whatever interests them. The not-for-profit home ensures that residents don’t have to worry about living alone by encouraging them to engage with others and enrich their knowledge and social life.

Welty Home’s lifestyle is easy and worry-free. Residents can live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy meals, social activities, and fitness activities.

Contact Welty Home for the Aged

Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland

Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland is in Ona, West Virginia, an unincorporated community in Cabell County about 18.1 miles from Huntington’s city center. The facility sits at 100 Weatherholt Dr, with a Walk Score of 13, and the surrounding area is car-dependent; on-site transportation services are available for residents who need to get around. The 110-bed community operates at 75% occupancy and is administered by Jessica Treadway, with Adam Herndon as Executive Director. Paramount Health Holdings Group is the operating company.

The care model here is wide-ranging. Nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, hospice care, and respite stays are all offered under one address. Named programs include Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care, Skilled Nursing/Rehab, Outpatient Rehab Therapy, and Personal Care/Assisted Living. Rehabilitation services, short-term rehab, and 24-hour staffing are confirmed in the structured data.

Floor plans are studios, with suites available in private or companion configurations, each with a full bath. On-site amenities include a café, fitness center, community dining room, private dining room, beauty/barbershop, and a large porch with gardens. Three meals are served daily, and the activities calendar covers social, educational, spiritual, and recreational programming. Pets are welcome, and emergency call response systems are installed in every suite.

West Virginia’s Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure oversees inspections here, with reviews tending to cover staffing credentials, care planning, resident rights, and housekeeping.

At 110 beds and 75% occupied, Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland is a full-spectrum rural community in Cabell County that serves residents across the entire care continuum in a car-dependent setting with on-site transportation support.

Contact Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland

Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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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Nursing Homes in West Virginia at a glance

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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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 41 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.