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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shock, WV
Memory care in Shock 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 Shock is about $3,793 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 129 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.8
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39 reviews
What our family liked the most about Elison of Marietta was that it was how happy the families appeared whenever an outing was scheduled and how happy they were when making crafts/cookies, etc. It seemed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Offering COVID-19 vaccination clinics to residents and associates and requiring all associates who work here to vaccinate for COVID-19 are new health precautions helping us revitalize our community. Contact our community today to learn more.We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible...
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9.5
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30 reviews
The staff in memory care is wonderful. Sad that [name removed] is leaving, hats off to her . The other girls treat my mother very well also. I would and already have recommended Brookdale Charleston Gardens...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Great Care for Now and LaterWe are an assisted living and memory care community in Charleston, West Virginia where seniors can find more options for living life well, and less stress knowing that we’re here to help. They also find a warm community that feels just like home sweet home.You’ll find...
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9.4
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15 reviews
The staff at Kanawha Place went above and beyond to make my father feel comfortable while he was there. He wasn’t very mobile so the staff would make sure he didn’t need anything several extra times a day....
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our beautiful home in the capital of West Virginia has been a leader in assisted living services for nearly 40 years. Located in Charleston, West Virginia, residents at Kanawha Place enjoy unparalleled access to numerous shopping centers, fine dining and hotels - not to mention our access to the...
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28 reviews
They have really upgraded the activities. The food could be a bit better but with this economy I am sure it's hard. But overall it's a good place. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They really know...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Cedar Grove Senior Assisted Living, located in Parkersburg, West Virginia, has more than 30-years of history providing a friendly and pleasant country setting where residents can enjoy their independence while receiving supportive services tailored to their individual needs. Located in historic...
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I had toured a few different communities in the area and none of them gave me the feeling that I have with this community. My husband seems to be adjusting well other than the fact he wants more independence...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
While SweetBriar Assisted Living is located in Dunbar, we draw residents from all over the Kanawha Valley and further. Only minutes from downtown Charleston, our assisted living residence and activities are designed to accommodate many individuals' lifestyles and needs. We offer deluxe private...
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Edgewood SummitEdgewood Summit, Inc. is a West Virginia non-profit corporation organized in 1990 for the sole purpose of developing, owning and operating the Edgewood Summit senior living community located in Charleston, West Virginia. Edgewood Summit, Inc. is a subsidiary of ABH, Inc., which is...
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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My friend moved here and we have heard they liked it. He is no longer at the community, but his wife still is and seems to be very happy with it. They have activities available, which I have heard are good....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock...
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of memory care in Shock, WV
The average cost of senior living in Shock is $3,793 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gassaway, WV with an average of $2,300 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shock, WV vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Shock
Recent reviews for memory care in Shock
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.
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.
Elison of Marietta
5.0
This is a good place. They have a lot of different activities. They have church services, arts and crafts for my loved one to do. The staff encourage my loved one to go and play a apart in the activities.
Shock review score based on 49 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 15 Shock memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shock 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
Shock review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shock 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 49 reviews of 15 Shock memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shock 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.Shock, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
3.9
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Shock memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shock memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shock, 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 Shock 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 Shock that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shock, WVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.7%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
48%
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%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.3%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shock 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 Shock Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shock, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.7%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shock 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 Shock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shock, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
49.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Shock 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 Shock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shock, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
39.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shock 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 Shock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shock, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
30.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elison of Marietta, Brookdale Charleston Gardens and Kanawha Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shock, West Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 15 memory care facilities near Shock, West Virginia. See the full list.
The 15 memory care facilities near you in Shock, 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 Shock, 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 Shock, West Virginia ranges from $1765 to $7185. The average Memory Care cost in Shock, West Virginia is $3,793. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Shock, West Virginia typically starts at $1765. 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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