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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shanks, WV
Assisted living costs in Shanks average about $4,757 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 43 communities in Shanks. Our detailed directory has 397 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Keyser, Cumberland and Romney.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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We're very happy with how things are going with Dutch Haven! It's a wonderful place with a caring and interactive staff. The facility itself, is inviting and clean, and they take excellent care of all of...
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.
Dutch Haven Adult Home is an assisted living facility that is located in Maurertown, Virginia, which is within the beautiful boundaries of the Shenandoah Valley and is near Winchester, VA. We are proud to specialize in the care and well-being of our residentÆs that are diagnosed with dementia...
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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.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Winchester is a single level building on a quiet street in a residential neighborhood. Residents have access to a large fenced yard with flowering plants and trees. We are able to promote activity and independence within a safe and secure environment...
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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, 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.
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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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Wonderful, caring staff. The building is a bit dated, but the staff and administration know what they're doing for my father.
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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.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Front Royal is located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is a single level facility with four 'wings' that surround an outside flower-filled courtyard. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the sunshine and participate in outdoor activities...
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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, Independent Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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, 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 assisted living in Shanks, WV
The average cost of senior living in Shanks is $4,757 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Terra Alta, WV with an average of $3,388 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shanks, WV vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shanks, WV by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shanks, WV
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shanks
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shanks
Celebration Villa of Martinsburg
4.0
They seem to have a big turnover in the staff which is concerning.
The food is just not good. It seems by the time my mom gets her food it's cold and the servings they get are very minimal.
Cambridge Landing in Strasburg, VA
5.0
They have done a wonderful job taking care of my loved one and I really appreciate it. The food is great. We picked this community because, I was looking for another place because of the poor care at the previous place, they had a special price match, and they were willing to work with us and ...
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Hidden Springs Senior Living in Bentonville, VA
5.0
My husband and I are both residents. He was transferred to their medical unit. This is in the same building so I am able to visit him at any time. A safety feature for all residents is to wear a call button. I have pushed my button at 2am and whoever is working has responded quickly.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and caring staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and compassionate nature of the staff in various communities. At Celebration Villa of Martinsburg, the staff are described as engaged with residents and very friendly, while Commonwealth Senior Living at Front Royal highlights the wonderful, caring, and trea ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities offer a range of enjoyable activities that residents and families praise. For instance, at The Maynard, the activity program is amazing, with live entertainment, outings, and crafts, while The Warren notes the availability of daily activities. At Colonial Courtyard At Bedford, ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Shenandoah Senior Living, which is described as a nice, clean, and safe place, and Commonwealth Senior Living at Berryville, where everything seems to be working out well. The facilities at Spring Arbor of Winchester are ...
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Attentive and accommodating care. Residents and their families express appreciation for the attentiveness and care of staff in various communities. At The Kensington Senior Living at Cumberland, the care provided to loved ones is spot on, and Commonwealth Senior Living at Berryville highlights the great care services and fri ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Families value clear and effective communication with communities regarding their loved ones' care. For example, at The Maynard, staff members make a point to get to know families by name and are genuinely concerned, while Spring Arbor of Winchester notes the excellent and frequent communica ...
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Personalized care and attention. Reviews highlight the personalized care and attention provided to residents, such as at The Warren, where staff know each resident by name, and at Commonwealth Senior Living at Berryville, where the one-bedroom suite layout is perfect for a loved one. At Shenandoah Senior Living, staff han ...
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Shanks review score based on 113 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 113 reviews of 43 Shanks assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shanks 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
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Review subcategories for Shanks 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 113 reviews of 43 Shanks assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shanks 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.Shanks, WV averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Shanks assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shanks assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shanks, 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 Shanks 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 Shanks 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
53.5%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.5%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.5%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shanks 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 Shanks Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.2%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.2%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shanks 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 Shanks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.2%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.2%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.9%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shanks 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 Shanks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.2%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.6%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shanks 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 Shanks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.9%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.2%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.8%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.5%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.2%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.6%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.9%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
32.6%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.5%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shanks
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about West Virginia assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shanks protect seniors.
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Harmony at Martinsburg, The Maynard and Spring Arbor of Winchester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shanks, West Virginia. See full list of communities.
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