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Photo of Harmony at White Oaks
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1717 Floor plans available
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The cleanliness could be approved on due to the carpet stains, but other than that, the community is great. Yes, we would recommend Harmony at White Oaks to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at White OaksAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Bridgeport, West Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to...
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7.5
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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I would have to rate all eight of them a five. I have been very satisfied with the facility. The country setting is beautiful, and their resident fees are fair. They have a wonderful in home nurse and she is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
At Beulahland our residents aren't patients, they are family. Our desire is for every resident to feel like their season of assisted living care is one of peace and comfort. We at Beulahland desire to create a home like environment for seniors while giving the best care possible in West Virginia....
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The staff is absolutely wonderful, they are so kind to my mother as well as us when we come to visit. The care services are wonderful. My mom is in the memory unit, which they do some exercises for them, but...
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.
The residents of Colonial Place don't have to imagine residing in the peace, tranquility, and breathtaking beauty of the foothills of Elkins, Randolph County, West Virginia, because they get to live it every day. This assisted living community concentrating on memory care sits in a wooded setting...
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Friendly residents and staff also beautiful outdoor scenery. The quality of our meals have deteriorated since a head cook quit about a month ago.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Elison of Maplewood’s countryside campus is located in a picturesque valley with scenic views of the surrounding hills and farms, a pond and extensive walking paths throughout the campus. And, our community is also just minutes from downtown Bridgeport. We offer a wide variety of activities and...
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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
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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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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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I would like to say thank you to all the staff, at Home Away From Home, for all the work they put into making tonight's Thanksgiving dinner a success. It was great! Thank you!!!
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.
Nestled within the beauty of the WV Mountains in Grafton, WV, Home Away From Home Assisted Living Center maintains a peaceful, caring atmosphere in a down home setting. Our fully renovated apartments foster a community-oriented family-like ambiance along with our community living area. Although...
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Cost of independent living in Pickens, WV

The average cost of senior living in Pickens is $4,474 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gassaway, WV with an average of $2,300 per month.

Independent living costs in Pickens, WV, vs. nearby cities

Pickens, WV
$4,474/mo

Independent living costs in Pickens, WV, vs. state and national averages

Pickens, WV
$4,474/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Pickens, WV, vs. other senior living options

$4,474/mo
Independent Living
$4,474/mo

Independent living costs in Pickens, WV, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,100/mo
Studio
$4,743/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,838/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,580/mo

Senior living costs in Pickens vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Pickens, WV
Column state: West Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typePickens, WVWest VirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,474/mo$3,890/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,474/mo$4,053/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,474/mo$4,060/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pickens, WV:$4,474/mo
West Virginia:$3,890/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pickens, WV:$4,474/mo
West Virginia:$4,053/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Pickens, WV:$4,474/mo
West Virginia:$4,060/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Pickens, WV, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pickens and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Pickens, WV

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pickens have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pickens, WV$3,473/mo$3,034/mo+14.5%
West Virginia$3,246/mo$3,395/mo-4.4%
National$2,847/mo$2,799/mo+1.7%
Pickens, WV
2024 average cost:$3,473/mo
2023 average cost:$3,034/mo
Percent change:+14.5%
West Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,395/mo
Percent change:-4.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,847/mo
2023 average cost:$2,799/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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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 independent living in Pickens

Recent reviews for independent living in Pickens

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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Elison of Maplewood in Bridgeport, WV

5.0
The community is very nice and the staff is very friendly. The place is kept very clean and the maintenance does an excellent job. They have about 4 to 5 different activities daily. They also have manicures for the ladies once a week, my mother really enjoys that. The meals are in good portions, ...
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Harmony at White Oaks in Bridgeport, WV

4.8
Very kind, supportive to the family, always asking if we have any questions, how can they help the family / loved one. I don't think they could be any kinder and helpful to my mom. They show genuine compassion and care .

Pickens independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pickens independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Pickens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Pickens independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Pickens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pickens, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pickens independent 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 independent living communities in Pickens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
47%
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Harmony at White Oaks, Beulahland Assisted Living and Colonial Place Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pickens, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Pickens, West Virginia. See the full list.

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