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Welty Home for the Aged
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Independent Living · West Virginia, WV
Exterior view of The Welty Home facility building Group photo of residents and staff outside the Welty Home Cozy resident room with a bed and chair Cozy common area with seating and natural light Residents enjoying the outdoor garden area

Welty Home for the Aged

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Independent Living · West Virginia, WV
21 Washington Ave, Wheeling, WV 26003 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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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.

(304) 242-5233
(304) 242-5233
Bed community size
52-bed community Rank #62 / 78Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 78 homes in West Virginia. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other West Virginia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in West Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #15 / 47Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 47 homes in West Virginia. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other West Virginia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in West Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #37 / 89Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 89 homes in West Virginia. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across West Virginia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in West Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #19 / 73Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 73 homes in West Virginia. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the West Virginia average, with its Statewide rank out of 73. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in West Virginia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the West Virginia average: 89.9%
Occupied beds
49 / 52
Average occupied beds in West Virginia homes 77 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 19, 2024
ExpirationJuly 18, 2025 Expired
CountyOhio
License Number506049

Ownership & Operating Entity

Welty Home for the Aged is legally operated by The Welty Home, L C.

Type Of Units

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

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Long-Term Skilled Care

Contact Information

Fax(304) 230-1132

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age65

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsOutpatient Therapy

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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.

Since 2001 · 25 years of data 42 deficiencies 9 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the West Virginia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2001 vs. West Virginia state average
Overall vs. WV average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at West Virginia average:
• Life safety inspections (at WV avg) 5 Better Metrics better than West Virginia average:
• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per year (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (68% below)
• Total inspections (47% below)
• Health investigations (50% below)
Latest Inspection October 23, 2025 Follow Up

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWV Averagevs. WV Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 42249 This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical West Virginia nursing home (42 vs. WV avg 249).↓ 83% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2001. 1.710 This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical West Virginia nursing home (1.7 vs. WV avg 10).↓ 83% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.714.6 This facility has 68% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical West Virginia nursing home (4.7 vs. WV avg 14.6).↓ 68% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWV Averagevs. WV Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 917 This facility has 47% fewer total inspections than a typical West Virginia nursing home (9 vs. WV avg 17).↓ 47% better
Health investigations Info On-site investigations focused on resident health and care quality. 612 This facility has 50% fewer health investigations than a typical West Virginia nursing home (6 vs. WV avg 12).↓ 50% better
Life safety inspections Info Inspections focused on building safety — fire prevention, emergency egress, and similar. 33 This facility has life safety inspections in line with the West Virginia average (3 vs. WV avg 3).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 23, 2025, verified correction of all previously cited deficiencies with no new issues found.
  • The August 25, 2025, environmental survey cited three maintenance deficiencies including mildew on HVAC vents, dust buildup, and hot water temperature exceeding 115°F.
  • The August 16, 2023, annual survey found three deficiencies including missing medication administration signatures, poor housekeeping, and unsafe environment due to lack of door alarms and inadequate night supervision.
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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wheeling's city center to Welty Home for the Aged's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.87 miles to nearest hospital (WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital)

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

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in West Virginia

Welty Home for the Aged is located in Wheeling, West Virginia.
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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).
WV

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
WV

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.
WV

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).
WV

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.
WV

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.
WV

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
WV

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.
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$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.
WV

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Welty Home for the Aged

Who is the owner of Welty Home for the Aged?

The legal owner and operator of Welty Home for the Aged is The Welty Home, L C.

Is Welty Home for the Aged in a walkable area?

Welty Home for the Aged has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Welty Home for the Aged?

According to WV state health department records, Welty Home for the Aged's license number is 506049.

When does Welty Home for the Aged's license expire?

According to WV state health department records, Welty Home for the Aged's license expires on July 18, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Welty Home for the Aged?

Welty Home for the Aged's occupancy is 94%.

How many beds does Welty Home for the Aged have?

Welty Home for the Aged has 52 beds.

Are there photos of Welty Home for the Aged?

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