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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Canton, WV

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Memory care in Canton 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 Canton is about $3,895 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 46 communities, read 258 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Canton Memory Care Facilities | 258 Reviews

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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.
Photo of Heartland of Marietta
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, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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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
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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.
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...
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Photo of Colonial House
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.
Photo of Putnam Howe Village
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
Photo of Emerald Pointe Health and Rehab Center
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Canton, WV

The average cost of senior living in Canton is $3,895 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paden City, WV with an average of $3,131 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Canton, WV vs. nearby cities

Canton, WV
$3,895/mo
$4,254/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Canton, WV vs. the state and national average

Canton, WV
$3,895/mo
U.S. national average
$4,989/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Canton vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,895/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Canton, WV by room type

Semi-Private
$3,299/mo
Studio
$4,706/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,945/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,449/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,331/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Canton over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Canton

Recent reviews for memory care in Canton

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.

Canton review score based on 101 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 101 reviews of 38 Canton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Canton 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

Canton review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Canton, WV38 facilities
8.0
West Union, WV33 facilities
8.0
Salem, WV33 facilities

Review subcategories for Canton 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 101 reviews of 38 Canton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Canton 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Canton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Canton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Canton, 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 Canton 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 Canton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
36.8%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.8%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.8%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.2%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Canton 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 Canton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Canton, WVNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
39.5%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.9%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.3%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.9%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Canton 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 Canton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Canton, WVNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.7%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Canton 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 Canton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Canton, WVNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Canton 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 Canton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Canton, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.9%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.2%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.6%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
34.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
21.1%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trustwell Living at Westwood Place, Elison of Marietta and Harmony at Morgantown are the top-rated memory care facilities near Canton, West Virginia. See full list of communities.

There are 46 memory care facilities near Canton, West Virginia. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Canton, West Virginia is Trustwell Living at Westwood Place. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 46 memory care facilities near you in Canton, 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 Canton, West Virginia, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Canton, West Virginia, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Canton, West Virginia ranges from $1750 to $8270. The average Memory Care cost in Canton, West Virginia is $3,895. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Canton, West Virginia typically starts at $1750. 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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