Assisted Living Residence · Kanawha County

Assisted Living Residences in Charleston, West Virginia

Charleston has 8 licensed assisted living residences, ranging from 8 to 121 beds. Every home here is verified against WV Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification (OHFLAC) records for Kanawha County.

Families in West Virginia typically pay $3,000 to $4,800 per month for a shared room and $4,000 to $6,200 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how assisted living residences work.

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Common questions about care homes in Charleston

How many assisted living residences are in Charleston, West Virginia?
Charleston has 8 licensed assisted living residences in Kanawha County. Statewide, West Virginia licenses 83 small residential care homes.
How much does a assisted living residence in Charleston cost?
Across West Virginia, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $3,000 to $4,800 per month and a private room $4,000 to $6,200, based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care Survey figures and operator data. The exact rate depends on care needs, so use our free cost estimator for a personalized figure.
Who licenses assisted living residences in Charleston?
WV Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification (OHFLAC) licenses and inspects every assisted living residence in Charleston. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
What size are the care homes in Charleston?
Homes in Charleston are licensed for 8 to 121 residents, with a median of 18 beds. Small homes like these offer higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities.
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