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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gay, WV
Memory care in Gay offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Gay is about $3,941 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 31 communities, read 313 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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I like this community for the care that my father received here. The staff were caring and always professional in the care that was. The meals were outstanding. We would highly recommend the care of this...
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.
Wyngate at Rivers Edge is an assisted living community located in the serene village of Proctorville, Ohio within Lawrence County. Proctorville offers Wyngate Rivers Edge residents a hometown feeling with local eateries and fun outdoor amenities to keep minds with dementia occupied. Our...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Gay, WV
The average cost of senior living in Gay is $3,941 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Parkersburg, WV with an average of $3,333 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Gay, WV vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Gay vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Gay, WV by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Gay over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Gay
Recent reviews for memory care in Gay
Cedar Grove in Parkersburg, WV
4.6
My 92 year old sister-in-law stayed at the Cedar Grove facility in Parkersburg, WV for 2 weeks after she broke her leg after a fall. She was very pleased with the food and care. The admission process was stress-free and the staff was patient and attentive.
Wyngate at Rivers Edge in Proctorville, OH
5.0
Things have gone very well so far at Wyngate at Rivers Edge, it is a very nice place! The staff here is caring and professional, and they have a lot to offer the residents. They offer many different levels of care, from assisted living to high end memory care, and they have a doctor that lives ...
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The Wyngate Senior Living Community (Parkersburg)
5.0
All of the staff no matter their role, were completely genuine in their service and heart for their jobs.
They took great care of our mother.
Gay review score based on 108 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 108 reviews of 28 Gay memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gay review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Gay review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gay memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 108 reviews of 28 Gay memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gay resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Gay, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Gay memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gay memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gay, 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 Gay memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Gay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gay, WVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.6%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.7%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gay memory care
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 Gay Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gay, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.6%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gay memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gay, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Gay memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gay, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gay memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Gay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gay, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elison of Marietta, Brookdale Charleston Gardens and Kanawha Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gay, West Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 31 memory care facilities near Gay, West Virginia. See the full list.
The 31 memory care facilities near you in Gay, West Virginia typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gay, West Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Gay, West Virginia ranges from $770 to $7895. The average Memory Care cost in Gay, West Virginia is $3,941. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gay, West Virginia typically starts at $770. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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