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The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Putnam County, WV for 2024

The average cost of memory care in Putnam County is $5,330 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Putnam County

A short drive from the state capital of Charleston, Putnam County has just under 57,000 residents, 18 percent of whom are 65 or older. Putnam County residents in that age group who have Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia can choose between two memory care facilities.

As is the case in all of West Virginia, memory care facilities in Putnam County are referred to as Alzheimer's/Dementia Special Care Units (SCUs) and are housed within licensed assisted living residences or skilled nursing facilities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Putnam County has a four-season climate that includes warm summers with highs averaging in the mid-80s, cool winters with about a foot of annual snow, and pleasant springs and falls. Family members visiting loved ones in memory care in Putnam County can find outdoor recreation in any season.
  • As with most of West Virginia, the cost of living in Putnam County is low, coming in at seven percent less than the national average. Everything from healthcare to groceries and utilities costs less in Putnam County than in the average U.S. city. Housing is especially affordable in the area, which could be enticing for family members wanting to buy a home near their loved one in memory care.
  • Putnam County seniors must pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits and other retirement income, but they receive a deduction to lower their tax burden. West Virginia also has lower-than-average property and sales taxes.
  • The violent and property crime rates in Putnam County are 27.2 and 25.7, respectively, on a scale of one to 100 with 100 being the worst. These rates are markedly lower than the corresponding national rates of 31.1 and 38.1. Seniors should feel safe living in the area, especially if they reside in memory care facilities, most of which offer a number of security features, such as cameras, guards, and locking exterior doors.

Paying for Memory Care in Putnam County

Memory Care costs in Putnam County start around $5,330 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Putnam County 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.

County in West Virginia

US

$5,694

Putnam County

$5,330

Kanawha County

$5,110

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Putnam County

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in West Virginia page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in West Virginia page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Putnam County

Putnam County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Putnam County, please visit our Memory Care in West Virginia page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Putnam County

Putnam County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in West Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in West Virginia page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Sherrie

I visited this facility

Review of Celebration Villa of Teays Valley

I really liked Celebration Villa of Teays Valley. The facilities were really clean. They had a lot of activities for the residents there. They tried to keep them out of their rooms as much as...

Provider response

We're glad to hear that you had a positive experience at Celebration Villa of Teays Valley. Our team works hard to ensure that our residents feel at home and have access to a variety of activities....

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Jeri

I visited this facility

Review of English Meadows Teays Valley

I toured English Meadows Teays Valley, and it's the place that I liked the most. I liked that there was a flat rate or flat fee, and there were no add-ons as far as the level of care. I like how...

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Jeri

I visited this facility

Review of Celebration Villa of Teays Valley

I toured the Celebration Villa of Teays Valley. I loved the outdoor courtyard area that they have. I talked to January, who's the director there, and she was very helpful in answering my questions...

Provider response

Jeri, Thank you for taking time to let us know how we are doing. We are glad you liked the tour of the community. If you need any help making this big decision, please let us know. We'd love to...

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