Morgantown is a small city near the Pennsylvania border that’s best known as the home of West Virginia University. Although students are a large part of the population, an estimated 10.2% of its 30,549 residents are in the 65+ age group. Their medical needs are handled by the city’s large number of Medicare registered physicians and three local hospitals. West Virginia University Hospital has a particularly impressive reputation, rated first in the state by U.S. News & World Report. There are also many senior living communities in the Morgantown area.
Nursing homes are types of senior living communities best suited to people who need 24-hour medical supervision, as well as help with necessary daily tasks such as eating and bathing. According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost in Morgantown is $5,810. There are more affordable options for seniors who don’t need nursing home levels of care. Those with varying degrees of independence may find assisted living or home health care offers better solutions to their needs.
This guide covers nursing home costs in Morgantown and nearby cities. It also offers information about other types of senior care and lists some examples of the resources available to seniors in the area.
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30 Mon General Drive, Morgantown, WV, 26505
"My dad moved into Stonerise Morgantown. It is extremely clean, welcoming, bright, and cheery. While at my home, my dad was limited to the bed and wore a lift chair. At Stonerise, he goes out into a central area with other people in palliative care. H..."
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161 Bakers Ridge Road, Morgantown, WV, 26508
4.2
(5 reviews)
"We were impressed with Madison upon walking through the door. The cleanliness stood out. There was no odor whatsoever. Everyone we encountered went over and above with our Dad. He is 98 and he left there walking and strong enough to help us with his..."
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800 J D ANDERSON DRIVE, Morgantown, WV, 26505
3.0
(5 reviews)
"My friend was well taken care of, he had many health problems along with memory loss. Everyone was very helpful with lots of attention to personal care. ..."
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1379 Van Voorhis Road, Morgantown, WV, 26505
2.5
(8 reviews)
"I was too there for 3 months as a patient. The people on staff were always friendly and helpful. The therapy staff is excellent. Food was fair. There were some missteps with my discharge protocol and paperwork that could be handled better...."
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1160 Van Voorhis Rd, Morgantown, WV, 26505
1.5
(2 reviews)
"I was on an in-patient program for a month and I did not get enough treatment. The therapist took care of two or three patients at a time. The out-patient program was better than the in-patient. I hoped to get well sooner. ..."
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PO BOX 9066, Fairmont, WV, 26555
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff at this facility really cares about it's residents. We have a family friend that has been there for a long time. They take excellent care of him. They are advocates for the residents there. ..."
READ MOREIn Morgantown, the average cost of a semiprivate room in a nursing home is $11,482, while seniors in private rooms typically pay $11,787.
When comparing semiprivate room costs in Morgantown’s nursing homes to other nearby locations, it’s plain to see it’s at the upper end of the scale. However, at $11,482, it’s only a little more than the state average of $11,376, although much higher than the state average of $7,756.
In Wheeling, costs average at $7,528, while in Weirton, they’re $6,570. To find costs closer to Morganstown, it’s necessary to cross some state lines. Approximately 80 minutes north in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, they’re $9,125, while 80 minutes east in Cumberland, Maryland, they’re $8,213.
Morgantown
$11,482
West Virginia
$11,376
The United States
$7,756
Wheeling
$7,528
Weirton
$6,570
Pittsburgh, PA
$9,125
Cumberland, MD
$8,213
Seniors may need different levels of care as they age, so it’s worth looking at the average costs of each in Morgantown. Those able to live independently can get home and home health care services for an average price of $4,099. The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey doesn’t include adult day care costs for Morgantown but the state average is $2,243. Assisted living is the most affordable form of care that includes accommodation. Average costs are $5,810, while a nursing home semiprivate room is $11,482 and a private room is $11,787.
Home care
$4,099
Home health care
$4,099
Assisted living
$5,810
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$11,482
Nursing home (private room)
$11,787
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
The following free resources can help seniors and their families access help to age at home with professional support or move into a nursing home community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Medicaid for Long-Term Care | (304) 558-0628 | Seniors who meet the eligibility requirements can get nursing home care and other forms of support, such as home care, paid for partially or completely through Medicaid. To be eligible, the senior must prove that they’re a legal citizen of the U.S. and have an annual income of no more than 300% of the maximum SSI Federal Payment for an individual. |
| SHIP (Medicare Counseling) | (877) 987-4463 | SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) is a free counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and seniors who need more information and support to enroll in a plan. The counselors provide unbiased advice on all plans, including private health care insurance. Their purpose is to ensure seniors understand their existing plans, are aware of the pros and cons of other plans and get assistance with appeals. |
| Senior Monogalians | (304) 296-9812 | Senior Monogalians is a senior center and a resource for the 60+ community who aren’t able to join in the center’s activities and meals. Homebound seniors can apply for the center’s free home-delivered meals service and in-home services operated through The Lighthouse Program, which is for older adults who aren’t eligible for Medicaid. |
| VA Aid and Attendance Benefits and Homebound Allowance | (304) 429-6741 | The VA Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly payment made to U.S. military veterans and their spouses to help with their nursing home costs. Vets can check if they’re eligible for payments using the free tool on the VeteranAid.org website. Those still able to live at home but in need of medical assistance can apply for the Housebound Allowance to help with costs. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 834-0598 | The purpose of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman is to ensure the standards of Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in West Virginia remain at or above minimum quality levels. In addition to investigating complaints made by residents and others, the ombudsman also holds data about each facility. Families looking for ideal nursing homes for their loved ones can access this data for free by visiting the “Compare Nursing Homes‘ page on Medicare.gov. |
Nursing Homes
Loving Daughter
1
Review of Sundale Nursing Home
Rooms are decent size. But overall I was very unhappy and tried to get my mother moved elsewhere with better ratings. In 10 months she had 14 falls - some of which caused significant noticeable...
Nursing Homes
RVfow
5
Review of Madison Center
We were impressed with Madison upon walking through the door. The cleanliness stood out. There was no odor whatsoever. Everyone we encountered went over and above with our Dad. He is 98 and he left...
Provider response
Rvfow, thank you so much for the positive review!
Nursing Homes
kabziggy
2
Review of Morgantown Health and Rehabilitation Center
Administration is non-responsive. We had several issues with lost clothing and medication dispensing. We asked for Whitney (Director of Nursing) to come see my mother in her room to talk about...
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