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Assisted living costs in Shafer average about $3,851 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 38 communities in Shafer. Our detailed directory has 151 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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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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.
Assisted Living at Frostburg The Assisted Living at Frostburg residence is located in the quaint town of Frostburg, MD. The Frostburg community is known for its commitment to the arts and nature. There are a number of venues, such as the Arts and Entertainment district, which will allow you to...
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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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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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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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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
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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 assisted living in Shafer, WV

The average cost of senior living in Shafer is $3,851 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Reedsville, WV with an average of $3,139 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shafer, WV, vs. nearby cities

Shafer, WV
$3,851/mo
$4,221/mo
$4,221/mo

Assisted living costs in Shafer, WV, vs. state and national averages

Shafer, WV
$3,851/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Shafer, WV, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,851/mo
$3,851/mo

Assisted living costs in Shafer, WV, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,257/mo
Studio
$4,298/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,286/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,156/mo

Senior living costs in Shafer vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shafer, WV
Column state: West Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShafer, WVWest VirginiaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,851/mo$4,694/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$3,851/mo$4,717/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living$3,492/mo$4,524/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Shafer, WV:$3,851/mo
West Virginia:$4,694/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Shafer, WV:$3,851/mo
West Virginia:$4,717/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Shafer, WV:$3,492/mo
West Virginia:$4,524/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shafer, WV, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shafer and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Shafer, WV

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shafer have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shafer, WV$4,802/mo$5,209/mo-7.8%
West Virginia$4,824/mo$4,460/mo+8.2%
National$5,321/mo$5,062/mo+5.1%
Shafer, WV
2024 average cost:$4,802/mo
2023 average cost:$5,209/mo
Percent change:-7.8%
West Virginia
2024 average cost:$4,824/mo
2023 average cost:$4,460/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,321/mo
2023 average cost:$5,062/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shafer, WV

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shafer.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shafer

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shafer

Monarch Meadow in Uniontown, PA

4.0
They try to provide as good as care as possible. No where is a perfect place. No one is neglected. If you want 1 to 1 care your not looking in the right place. You should hire a personal care assistant just for your loved one. We picked this community because it is clean, friendly, and offers ...
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Home Away From Home Assisted Living Center in Grafton, WV

4.3
My uncle is doing really good here. We like that he is active and enjoys the activities.The menu is appealing. The staff are attentive and do the best that they can and we like that he is getting the attention and care that he is needed. We have recommended friends to come to this community for ...
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Evergreen of Morgantown

4.4
I can honestly say I have been through a few nursing homes / assisted living and Evergreen assisted living is one of the best places I have been for my loved ones my aunt and uncle both are there and the staff are great there very hard working and have respect and dignity couldn't be more ...
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Shafer review score based on 47 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 32 Shafer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shafer review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Shafer review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Shafer, WV32 facilities
7.0
Thomas, WV27 facilities
7.0
Davis, WV26 facilities

Review subcategories for Shafer assisted living

When assisted living 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 47 reviews of 32 Shafer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shafer resident and family assisted living 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.
Shafer, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Shafer assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shafer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shafer, 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 Shafer assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Shafer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shafer, WVNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shafer assisted living

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 Shafer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shafer, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shafer assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shafer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shafer, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.6%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Shafer assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shafer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shafer, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shafer assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Shafer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shafer, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.1%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.4%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shafer

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about West Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shafer protect seniors.
Learn about West Virginia assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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