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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Wheeling, WV for 2024

Wheeling, near the Ohio border, is home to about 26,400 people. The city has a large senior population accounting for 24% of the total community, and older residents can benefit from the region's high number of physicians per capita, coming in more than twice the national norm. Wheeling Hospital is centrally located for a variety of health care needs, and several nursing homes are available nearby.

As seniors age, many require medical care and assistance with routine tasks, such as dressing and eating. Nursing homes can provide these services to help older adults maintain a high quality of life. Many facilities also offer physical therapy, social activities and spiritual services to encourage holistic wellness. Nursing homes in Wheeling charge base monthly rates of $7,148, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, which is relatively affordable compared to the national norm. Seniors who don't need this high-level support can save money by opting for assisted living or home care, two alternatives for older adults with a higher level of independence.

Seniors and their families can use this guide to get a better understanding of nursing home care in Wheeling, including financial resources and alternative care options. 

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Nursing Home Costs in Wheeling, WV

In Wheeling, a semi private room in a nursing home costs $7,148 per month, while a private room costs $7,908, on average.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Averaging $7,148 per month, nursing home care in Wheeling is about 9.6% cheaper than the U.S. norm. The city's nursing homes are also significantly more affordable than West Virginia's statewide average of $11,619. Wheeling is more economical than some nearby cities as well, including Charleston at $12,258 and Parkersburg at $6,844. On the other hand, nursing home care in Huntington is about 4.2% cheaper than in Wheeling, so it's important for seniors to consider all their options before choosing a facility.

Wheeling

$7,148

West Virginia

$11,619

United States

$7,908

Charleston

$12,258

Huntington

$6,844

Parkersburg

$10,403

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Nursing homes offer the most expensive type of senior care in Wheeling, with semi private rooms priced at $7,148 and private accommodations at $7,908, on average. Seniors who don't need 24/7 monitoring can opt for home health care, which provides a similar scope of skilled nursing services during the day for less than half the cost of a semi private nursing home room. In contrast, assisted living facilities offer 24/7 support for seniors who only need occasional medical support, with rates averaging $3,675 per month. In-home care also serves seniors with fewer medical needs, costing 51.9% less than nursing home care, on average.

In-Home Care

$3,432

Home Health Care

$3,432

Assisted Living Facility

$3,675

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,148

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$7,908

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Wheeling, WV

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.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one's stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those who need long-term care will have to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the cost of living expenses in a skilled nursing facility for qualifying seniors. Care and room and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras such as specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility requirements are strict and complex, so not all seniors qualify for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including 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 local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Daughter 801

I am a friend or relative of resident

Review of Good Shepherd Nursing Home

it was heartbreaking that I couldn't care for mom at home any longer, but Good Shepherd provided excellent care. It was by far the best option within 100 miles.

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KATHY D RN.

I am a past client of this provider

Review of Good Shepherd Nursing Home

THE PROFESSIONALISM BY THE STAFF AND ADMINISTRATION IS AWESOME.THEY TOOK CARE OF MY MOTHER VERY WELL.The facility was clean,needs were attended to by staf and administration promptly.I would...

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piratesfan

I am a friend or relative of a resident

Review of Good Shepherd Nursing Home

My grandmother was a resident of Home of the Good Shepherd for three years until her death. I felt that she received adequate attention and treatment while a Good Shepherd. However, there were...

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