Altenheim Home for Aged
Tucked away in the center of Wheeling’s historic landscape lies Altenheim Home for the Aged, a compassionate and vibrant independent living community for seniors aged 65 and above. The community’s mission is deeply rooted in its long history of honoring life’s later chapters with dignity and grace. For over 60 years, Altenheim Home for the Aged has been focused on bettering the lives not just of its residents but also of other older adults and caregivers in need of resources and services for any aging or caregiving issues.
At Altenheim Home for the Aged, residents find sanctuary in their eight charming cottages, each thoughtfully furnished with contemporary amenities, including stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, washers, and dryers, aimed at enhancing the residents’ daily lives. Beyond the comfort, the community thrives on camaraderie, offering engaging activities and convenient amenities, including lawn care, general maintenance, and pet-friendly spaces. Here, each resident finds a treasured space to call their own while being surrounded by the tranquility of the natural world.
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- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Rural state; limited providers in some areas.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
- General: Age 60+, West Virginia resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
- WV Specifics: Limited funding; rural focus.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
- General: Age 60+, WV resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WV Specifics: Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~20,000 annually; rural emphasis.
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, WV resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WV Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
- 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 Specifics: Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WV resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified.
- WV Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High rural veteran use; supports care costs.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
- General: Age 65+ or totally disabled, WV resident, homeowner (homestead).
- Income Limits (2025): None; tax-based eligibility.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WV Specifics: $20,000 assessed value exemption; saves ~$200-$400/year.
- Services: Tax exemption (~$200-$400/year avg.).
- General: Age 60+, WV resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WV Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~10,000 annually.
- Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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