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Nursing Home in Charleston

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Valley Center

Nursing Home in Charleston

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Valley Center

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.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
4/5
West Virginia average: 2.3/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
4/5
West Virginia average: 2.4/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
2/5
West Virginia average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5
West Virginia average: 2.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
2h 56m per day

This home provides 15% less nursing time per resident than the West Virginia average.

West Virginia average: 3h 27m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 43m per day 42m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 1h 52m per day 2h 4m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 2h 57m per day 3h 11m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 2m per day 3m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 19m per day 23m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 130

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the West Virginia average
Occupancy rate 93.8%
Residents per day (avg) 123
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Residents per day (avg)
123

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 26 days

Private pay

57% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 22 days

Medicaid

13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25.0M
Profit
$266.9K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25.0M
Profit
$266.9K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.6M
26.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.2M
Total costs $24.7M
Bed community size
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 5 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
In line with West Virginia average
Occupied beds
122 / 130
Average residents 77 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home (nh)
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 16, 2025
ExpirationApril 30, 2026
CountyKanawha

Additional Licensing Details

License Number130

Ownership & Operating Entity

Valley Center is administrated by Haley Moore.

Type Of Units

Supplemental Security Income Beds Units available for residents receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
0 units
Certified LTC
130 units
Total beds
130 units

Contact Information

Fax(304)768-4416

Types of Care at Valley Center

Skilled Nursing Memory Care Hospice Care Respite Care

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

Inspection History

In West Virginia, the Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure is responsible for the unannounced inspection and certification of all senior care facilities.

31 visits/inspections

25 health investigations

6 life safety inspections

West Virginia average: 17 inspections

Latest inspection

Date June 11, 2025
Plan Of Correction

623 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

West Virginia average: 249 deficiencies

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 9

West Virginia average 4.8


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 58

West Virginia average 43.1

Citations per inspection
6.44

West Virginia average 9.25


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

35 of 58 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 22 of 58 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 0.8


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info West Virginia average: 0.8

0 serious citations More info West Virginia average: 0.5

58 moderate citations More info West Virginia average: 41.5

0 minor citations More info West Virginia average: 0.3
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. May 14, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Oct 09, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Oct 09, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Oct 09, 2024
Corrected

Compare Memory Care around Charleston The information below is reported by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Office of Health Facility Licensure.

2 facilities compared · CMS & WV Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

Filter by care type
Valley Center
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

South Charleston
130
95.2%
+6%
2.94
-26%
-19%
0
58
6.4
0
123
-
5
-
$25.0M
$6.6M
26.3%
515169
Dunbar Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Dunbar
120
96.7%
+8%
2.79
-38%
-23%
1
77
12.8
3
111
-
27
-
$19.9M
$5.5M
27.9%
515066

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Address 7.6 miles from city center — 1.43 miles to nearest hospital (WVU Medicine - Thomas Memorial Hospital)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 264
Employees 256
Contractors 8
Staff to resident ratio 2.16:1
46% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average ratio: 1.48:1

Avg staff/day 61
Average shift 8.7 hours
0% compared with West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 8.4 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 48,317
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 19
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 28
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 80
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

1.7%

823 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant8008017,76191100%9.6
Licensed Practical Nurse280289,72291100%9.8
Registered Nurse190195,44891100%8.7
Other Dietary Services Staff640644,36491100%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist8082,5337481%8.1
Speech Language Pathologist6061,3776673%7.2
Nurse Aide in Training170171,3515965%10.2
Mental Health Service Worker2021,0416673%8.1
Physical Therapy Aide3147586774%6.9
Qualified Activities Professional8086938695%7.1
Nurse Practitioner3035366369%8
Other Social Services Staff1015076875%7.5
Administrator2024725965%8
Qualified Social Worker6064576571%5.9
Physical Therapy Assistant2024346976%6.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician7073936066%5
Occupational Therapy Aide0443484044%7.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant022624448%1.4
Medical Director011623134%2
80 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
28 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
19 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
64 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
8 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 81%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
17 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 65%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 73%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 74%
8 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 95%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 69%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 75%
2 Administrator
% of Days 65%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 76%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 66%
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 44%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 48%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 34%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
122 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
8 residents (6.6%)
Medicaid
99 residents (81.1%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (12.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.4
In line with West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 11.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 23.6
12% worse than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average West Virginia avg: 3.0 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.6%
17% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 18.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 22.2%
In line with West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 21.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 33.0%
46% worse than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 22.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.6%
63% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 4.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 9.3%
89% worse than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 4.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 2.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.9%
21% worse than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 6.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.1%
33% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 6.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 8.6%
35% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 13.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.8%
In line with West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 96.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.1%
In line with West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 97.6%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.55
17% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 1.86

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.22
36% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 1.92

Short-stay resident measures
Above average West Virginia avg: 2.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 95.9%
22% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 78.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.3%
73% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 1.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.9%
6% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 79.4%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 21.3%
7% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 23.0%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 5.6%
55% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 12.4%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 54.1%
In line with West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 44.2%
13% worse than West Virginia average

West Virginia average: 50.6%

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

WV Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, West Virginia resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

West Virginia Lighthouse Program

WV Lighthouse

Age 60+, West Virginia resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural focus.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

West Virginia OAA Services

Age 60+, WV resident; no income/asset limits.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~20,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

West Virginia Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, WV resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

West Virginia LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, WV resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

West Virginia Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WV resident; 2+ ADLs.

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed.

Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

West Virginia SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WV resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

West Virginia VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WV resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth).

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Homestead Exemption for Seniors

West Virginia Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ or totally disabled, WV resident, homeowner (homestead).

None; tax-based eligibility.

Not assessed.

$20,000 assessed value exemption; saves ~$200-$400/year.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

West Virginia SFMNP

Age 60+, WV resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

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

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