The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fairmont, WV for 2023
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There are 11 Assisted Living Facilities in the Fairmont area, with 5 in Fairmont and 6 nearby.
To help you with your search, browse the 16 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Fairmont. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Fairmont 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Bridgeport with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Fairmont, WV
Fitzwaters Assisted Living & Personal...
Tygart Center at Fairmont Campus
Wishing Well Assisted Living Communit...
Pierpont Center at Fairmont Campus
Pleasant Acres Christian Haven
Harmony at White Oaks
Elison Independent & Assisted Living ...
Rosewood Center
Manchin Assisted Living
Village at Heritage Point
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fairmont
At the confluence of the Tygart Valley River and the West Fork River sits Fairmont, West Virginia, a small city of about 18,400 residents. More than 17% of the city's population is aged 65 or older, and a number of senior citizens in the area require assisted living care. Those who do can choose from six assisted living facilities in the Fairmont area; three of which are in Fairmont itself.
In Fairmont, and throughout West Virginia, two levels of assisted living facilities are licensed by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources: assisted living residences and residential care communities. Both provide a similar level of care, but those who reside in residential care facilities must be capable of evacuating the facility unassisted in the event of an emergency.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Fairmont
- The air quality in Fairmont and throughout Marion County has received a passing grade on 24-hour particle pollution from the American Lung Association, which indicates that senior citizens and other vulnerable residents don't need to be concerned about negative health effects that result from breathing the air.
- Fairmont is home to world-class healthcare facilities, including Fairmont Regional Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Seniors in Fairmont can travel safely throughout the city via the Fairmont-Marion County Transit Authority, which offers reduced fares for senior citizens.
- The property crime rate in Fairmont is slightly higher than the state median. In Fairmont, an average of 21.55 property crimes per 1,000 residents occurs each year. It's a good idea for seniors to discuss security when touring assisted living facilities in the city.
- Seniors who are on a tight budget may benefit from living in Fairmont, where the overall cost of living is nearly 20% below that of the average U.S. city.
- Senior citizens who enjoy spending time outdoors may be disappointed to learn that Fairmont's precipitation levels are higher than the national average. The city gets 47 inches of rain and 31 inches of snow on average each year, which is high when compared with the U.S. mean of 38 inches of rain and 28 inches of snow.
Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.
Paying for Assisted Living in Fairmont
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Fairmont start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Fairmont and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fairmont
There aren't any Medicaid waivers or other state-funded financial assistance programs that are available in West Virginia to help Fairmont's seniors pay for the cost of assisted living. However, the state does provide those with special needs with a monthly cash benefit known as the state assistance payment.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in West Virginia page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in West Virginia page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Fairmont
Fairmont and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Fairmont, please visit our Assisted Living in West Virginia page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fairmont
Fairmont-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in West Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in West Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Fairmont
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Review of Wishing Well Assisted Living Community at Fairmont
So far, we're very pleased with Wishing Well Assisted Living Community at Fairmont. My in-laws have been at this residence for three years now, so we chose to move my parents there, too, and we hav... Read more
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Review of Pleasant Acres Christian Haven
The staff at Pleasant Acres Christian Haven was nice. I liked that they seem to know what they were doing. The rooms and furniture were pretty good. They looked clean and neat. Although it's not qu... Read more
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Review of Tygart Center at Fairmont Campus
My friend has already moved into Tygart Center at Fairmont Campus. It's very nice. We haven't been able to get in because of COVID. Hopefully all is well. My friend says everything is doing well. S... Read more
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