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The cost of independent living in Golden is about $3,650 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 241 options. Read 1871 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Our 1st cousin has been here for 5 years. Now under new ownership, it’s been painted, new flooring, rooms done over from toilets to mattress. Our cousin is now in a wheel chair and can move about the home,...
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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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: Independent Living
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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.
The Gardens of Lincoln Court welcomes you to a lifestyle that is engaging, comfortable and secure. Our family owned and operated community is just the right size to create a sense of neighborhood, while offering a wide range of services that give you the freedom to focus on the life you enjoy. ...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of East Pittsburgh Apartments
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
Nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh, our small personal care home is more than just a residence for seniors; it's a vibrant community where laughter echoes through the halls and bonds of friendship blossom. Within these walls, we've cultivated an environment where every resident thrives, not just...
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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.
Find out for yourself why more people are choosing to live at Redstone Highlands! Redstone Highlands has been providing quality living options to individuals, age 55 and better since 1980.  As a non-profit organization, Redstone Highlands makes a commitment to meet resident needs now...
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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.
    At The Pristine Pines of Franklin Park, assisted living means dignity, privacy and freedom for you or your loved one, with just the right level of social activities, support and personalized care to keep life in its proper balance.    Our dedication and...
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Golden, WV

The average cost of senior living in Golden is $3,650 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bethlehem, WV with an average of $2,302 per month.

Independent living costs in Golden, WV, vs. nearby cities

Golden, WV
$3,650/mo

Independent living costs in Golden, WV, vs. state and national averages

Golden, WV
$3,650/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Golden, WV, vs. other senior living options

$3,989/mo
Independent Living
$3,650/mo

Independent living costs in Golden, WV, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,624/mo
Studio
$5,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,716/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,784/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,562/mo

Senior living costs in Golden 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: Golden, WV
Column state: West Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGolden, WVWest VirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$3,650/mo$4,516/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$3,989/mo$4,685/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$3,989/mo$4,708/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Golden, WV:$3,650/mo
West Virginia:$4,516/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Golden, WV:$3,989/mo
West Virginia:$4,685/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Golden, WV:$3,989/mo
West Virginia:$4,708/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Golden, WV, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Golden 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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Independent living cost trends in Golden, WV

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Golden 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
Golden, WV$3,352/mo$2,752/mo+21.8%
West Virginia$3,373/mo$3,666/mo-8.0%
National$2,793/mo$2,803/mo-0.4%
Golden, WV
2024 average cost:$3,352/mo
2023 average cost:$2,752/mo
Percent change:+21.8%
West Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,373/mo
2023 average cost:$3,666/mo
Percent change:-8.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,793/mo
2023 average cost:$2,803/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Golden

Recent reviews for independent living in Golden

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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The Faidley House in Monongahela, PA

5.0
The food is good. Help with showers due my disabilities is great. Place is warm in winter, cool in summer. Best is how nice the owners and their employee daughters are to all of us.

Transitions Healthcare Washington

5.0
At Transitions they have taken good care of my mom. They are very attentive to my mom's health and they follow up to make sure things are taken care of .It is a nice place for the money. I recommend it to anyone looking for reasonable care options. The room layout is like a hotel. They have done ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse activities for socializing. Residents at various communities enjoy a wide range of activities, from singing and games to social events and outings. For instance, at The Residence at Bethel Park, the social director organizes movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes for residents to stay engaged and active.
Warm and friendly staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and warmth of staff members at different communities. At Ridgecrest of McCandless, new residents have been pleasantly surprised by the friendly and upbeat nature of the staff who go out of their way to make everyone feel welcome.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Regular upkeep is a priority at several communities, with residents commenting on the cleanliness and modernity of their living spaces. At The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC, the building is kept spotless, and residents appreciate the updated apartments and common areas.
Meals accommodating resident preferences. Several communities cater to residents' dietary needs and preferences, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable experiences. For example, at Provincial Bethel Park, the staff make sure to provide a variety of meal options, and residents can request additional choices if they wish.
Attentive and responsive staff. Reviews highlight the importance of attentive and responsive staff in ensuring a positive living experience. At The Residence at Whitehall IL and PC, staff members are attentive to residents' needs and are always ready to help when needed, providing peace of mind for both residents and their f ...
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Flexible communication channels. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is essential for maintaining transparency and ensuring care needs are met. Communities like Chartiers Bend Retirement Resort offer various channels for staying informed, such as email updates, activity calendars, and regular meetings ...
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Golden independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Golden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Golden, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Golden independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Golden 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
13.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Golden independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Golden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.9%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Golden independent 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 independent living communities in Golden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Golden, WVNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.4%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.4%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.4%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
34.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.1%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.7%
46.5%
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