Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments

Q: What neighborhood is Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments in?

Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments is in the Downtown Wheeling Historic District neighborhood.

Q: Is Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments in a walkable area?

Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: Are there photos of Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments?

(304) 215-2267 will put you in contact with the team at Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments.

Q: Is Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments

Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments is an independent living community in Wheeling, WV, offering a variety of apartments for older adults. The community also promotes a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults can find a home away from home. With emergency nurse call systems, household services, and recreational opportunities, residents are guaranteed a maintenance-free lifestyle. Residents can maintain their independence with ease, as accessible amenities are also provided.

Fun gatherings and activities provide residents with more opportunities to make friends and encourage them to live actively. A clubhouse, outdoor sun porches, and a wellness center are among the well-maintained amenities available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set near the Ohio River, restaurants, and local amenities in Wheeling, the community ensures residents have a laid-back lifestyle. This independent living community is a great choice for senior living in West Virginia, as it has top-notch services dedicated to older adults’ well-being.

(304) 215-2267

Types of Care at Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments

Independent Living Assisted Living

Walk Score: 74 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Operating HoursMonday – Friday | 8:00am to 4:30pm – Office closed 12:00pm to 1:00pm; Wednesdays: Offices are closed to public - Staff are available by phone/email ONLY

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: High-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Wheeling's city center to Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.08 miles to nearest hospital (WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital)

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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).

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

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.

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).

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.

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.

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

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.

$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.

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

Benefits

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

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What neighborhood is Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments in?

Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments is in the Downtown Wheeling Historic District neighborhood.

Is Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments in a walkable area?

Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are there photos of Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments?

(304) 215-2267 will put you in contact with the team at Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments.

Is Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Booker T. Washington Plaza Apartments is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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