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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kirkwood, WV

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Kirkwood nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Kirkwood, WV may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Kirkwood or another care type is right for you. Browse 40 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Kirkwood.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Kirkwood, WV

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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Cedar Ridge, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Dunbar has a long commitment to providing quality healthcare in our community. We offer a comprehensive rehabilitation program for adults of all ages needing short- or long-term care. Our Medicare-certified facility is designed for people who have complex...
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Cost of nursing homes in Kirkwood, WV

The average cost of senior living in Kirkwood is $4,650 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rupert, WV with an average of $3,009 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kirkwood, WV vs. nearby cities

Kirkwood, WV
$4,650/mo
$4,422/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kirkwood, WV vs. the state and national average

Kirkwood, WV
$4,650/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Kirkwood vs. other types of senior living

$3,720/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,650/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Kirkwood, WV by room type

Semi-Private
$3,729/mo
Studio
$4,395/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,966/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,211/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Kirkwood

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kirkwood

Sweetbriar in Dunbar, WV

5.0
My mother stayed here for respite. Everything was fine during her stay. The food was okay and she was well nourished. She participated in activities as well.The client contact staff did a wonderful job!

Autumn Way Assisted Living in Rupert, WV

4.5
Nobody's perfect but the enriching environment is close....it seems the staff is always cheerful and professional. The place is clean and void of any unpleasant odors experienced at similar facilities......it is not fancy if you are looking for that as a primary factor to place your loved ...
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Brookdale Charleston Gardens

4.5
The staff in memory care is wonderful. Sad that [name removed] is leaving, hats off to her . The other girls treat my mother very well also. I would and already have recommended Brookdale Charleston Gardens to others I know, looking for care for their loved ones.

Kirkwood nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kirkwood nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Kirkwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kirkwood, WVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
40.7%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
40.7%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
40.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kirkwood nursing homes

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 Kirkwood Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kirkwood, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.9%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25.9%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kirkwood nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kirkwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kirkwood, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kirkwood nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kirkwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kirkwood, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kirkwood nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Kirkwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kirkwood, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
3.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
3.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.8%
0.4%
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Brookdale Charleston Gardens, Kanawha Place and Oak Hill Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Kirkwood, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 40 nursing homes facilities near Kirkwood, West Virginia. See the full list.

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