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10 Best Nursing Homes in Sylvester, WV

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Sylvester 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 Sylvester, 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 Sylvester or another care type is right for you. Browse 18 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Sylvester.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Banco, Phico and North Mitchell Heights.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Sylvester, WV

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Photo of Oak Hill Place
77 Photos available
9.4
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17 reviews
9.4
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17 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
24%
3 star
0%
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The staff treats the residents like family. Facility is clean. Staff is very friendly. The entire staff takes pride in their jobs. I also feel like part of their family. They treat me like family. The rooms...
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.
The Enlivant community Oak Hill Place provides senior living services that strive to feel like home to you right away. We are conveniently located near Oak Hill, West Virginia which gives our residents access to shopping and dining, while maintaining small town character. We respect your dignity...
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Photo of Brookdale Charleston Gardens
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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35 reviews
9.4
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35 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
23%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
1 star
6%
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In a world where more and more require assistance just to live, we are fortunate to have such a warm and caring facility to look after our loved ones. Enrichment programs, chef-prepared meals, innovative...
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.
Great Care for Now and LaterWe are an assisted living and memory care community in Charleston, West Virginia where seniors can find more options for living life well, and less stress knowing that we’re here to help. They also find a warm community that feels just like home sweet home.You’ll find...
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Photo of Kanawha Place
44 Photos available
8.9
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18 reviews
8.9
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18 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
17%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
17%
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This was the only facility we visited when looking for assisted living. We have been pleased overall with the experience, No major complaints!
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.
Our beautiful home in the capital of West Virginia has been a leader in assisted living services for nearly 40 years. Located in Charleston, West Virginia, residents at Kanawha Place enjoy unparalleled access to numerous shopping centers, fine dining and hotels - not to mention our access to the...
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Photo of Harmony at Southridge
2020 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.8
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48 reviews
8.8
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48 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
17%
3 star
6%
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6%
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6%
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Mom is taken care of to the best of their ability. They are careful with her and spoil her. They often have activities, like tea parties, crafts, and guest performers. They have an in-house doctor, so that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at SouthridgeIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Charleston, West Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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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.
At Marmet Center, 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....
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Have you suddenly found yourself looking for a nursing home? We know it isn't an easy task. There is so much information to learn and so many decisions to make. Whatever your specific needs, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Kyle's Place
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.
Photo of Willow Hill Inn
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.
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Sylvester, WV

The average cost of senior living in Sylvester is $5,127 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fayetteville, WV with an average of $4,656 per month.

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

Sylvester, WV
$5,127/mo
$4,969/mo

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

Sylvester, WV
$5,127/mo
U.S. national average
$4,788/mo

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

$4,433/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,127/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,767/mo
Studio
$4,952/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,637/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,515/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Sylvester over time

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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 Sylvester

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Sylvester

Kanawha Place in Charleston, WV

5.0
Unfortunately mom was only there a few days as she had a stroke 3 days after moving in and passed a week later. I cannot say enough good things about every aspect of Kanawha Place. Highly recommend to anyone looking for that type of a facility, top-notch in all areas.

Harmony at Southridge in Charleston, WV

3.9
Staff is caring, the facility feels like a resort! Admin staff could improve by having better communication. The main nurse has not returned any of my emails when I have questions and my mother-in-law's bill just raised and I finally saw where it said she was moved to a level two and nobody ...
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Brookdale Charleston Gardens

5.0
Not enough space to express how much Charleston Gardens means to me as POA/MPOA and my aunt. My aunt hasn't just lived at Charleston Gardens for nine years, she has THRIVED! At 97, they've taken such amazing care and interest in her whole health. So many people to credit but it starts at the top ...
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Sylvester nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sylvester nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sylvester, 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 Sylvester 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 Sylvester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
10.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
60%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
60%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sylvester 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 Sylvester Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sylvester, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
6.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sylvester 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 Sylvester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sylvester, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
3.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Sylvester 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 Sylvester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sylvester, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
30%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sylvester 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 Sylvester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sylvester, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
7.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oak Hill Place, Brookdale Charleston Gardens and Kanawha Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Sylvester, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 18 nursing homes facilities near Sylvester, West Virginia. See the full list.

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