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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Southminster Place is a licensed, personal care community on the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network Washington Campus. We assist residents with their daily personal needs while providing opportunities for socialization and programming that can enhance their lifestyle.Woodside Place of Washington was...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Southminster Place is a licensed, personal care community on the Presbyterian SeniorCare Network Washington Campus. We assist residents with their daily personal needs while providing opportunities for socialization and programming that can enhance their lifestyle.Woodside Place of Washington was...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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The care here was good overall. It was a nice looking facility, and very clean. The nursing staff and aides were all very friendly and attentive. The only issue that we had is that my loved one is blind and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We Do Care! Windy Hill Village is state licensed for 47 beds and we believe that being a modest sized facility enables our staff to offer the best care specifically tailored to you. Perched atop a little hill in Kingwood, WV you will enjoy restored happiness, new friendships, annual...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We Do Care! Windy Hill Village is state licensed for 47 beds and we believe that being a modest sized facility enables our staff to offer the best care specifically tailored to you. Perched atop a little hill in Kingwood, WV you will enjoy restored happiness, new friendships, annual...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Divine Healing Personal Care Home
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Barker, WV

The average cost of senior living in Barker is $3,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moundsville, WV with an average of $3,078 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barker, WV vs. nearby cities

Barker, WV
$3,725/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barker, WV vs. the state and national average

Barker, WV
$3,725/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barker vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,725/mo
$3,725/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Barker, WV by room type

Semi-Private
$3,268/mo
Studio
$4,845/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,462/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,263/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Barker, WV

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Barker.

What families are saying about assisted living in Barker

Recent reviews for assisted living in Barker

Transitions Healthcare Washington

5.0
At Transitions they have taken good care of my mom. They are very attentive to my mom's health and they follow up to make sure things are taken care of .It is a nice place for the money. I recommend it to anyone looking for reasonable care options. The room layout is like a hotel. They have done ...
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Elison of Marietta

5.0
I believe that [name removed] had the best last 4 1/2 months of his life there. The food and everything was exemplary. The staff was attentive. The entire staff....house cleaning, nursing , PT, everything. It really did feel like a home away from home. I had some people at the local Veterans ...
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Home Away From Home Assisted Living Center in Grafton, WV

4.3
My uncle is doing really good here. We like that he is active and enjoys the activities.The menu is appealing. The staff are attentive and do the best that they can and we like that he is getting the attention and care that he is needed. We have recommended friends to come to this community for ...
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Barker review score based on 84 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 84 reviews of 48 Barker assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barker review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Barker review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Barker, WV48 facilities
8.5
Pine Grove, WV57 facilities
7.2
Smithfield, WV9 facilities

Review subcategories for Barker assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 84 reviews of 48 Barker assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Barker resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Barker, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Barker assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barker assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barker, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Barker assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Barker that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barker, WVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.4%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.1%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.1%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Barker assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Barker Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barker, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.8%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20.3%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barker assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Barker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barker, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.6%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
14.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Barker assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Barker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barker, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
15.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.4%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barker assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Barker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barker, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.8%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.4%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.1%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.4%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.9%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.4%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.8%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.2%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
21.9%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.4%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Barker

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about West Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Barker protect seniors.

Learn about West Virginia Assisted Living regulations

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Trustwell Living at Westwood Place, Elison of Marietta and Harmony at Morgantown are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Barker, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 58 assisted living facilities near Barker, West Virginia. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Barker, West Virginia are Trustwell Living at Westwood Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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