Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Charleston, West Virginia
3 of 5 nursing homes in Charleston (60%) meet our strict criteria. The West Virginia statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
333
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
0 Grade F
$28,870 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Charleston, West Virginia, is adequate, with 5 total facilities and 3 recommended options. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Thomas Hospitals Skilled Nursing Unit, has a strong rating (B+, 5★), two facilities carry fines totaling $28,870, indicating caution is warranted.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 THOMAS HOSPITALS SKILLED NURSING UNIT (88) — Thomas Hospitals Skilled Nursing Unit boasts an impressive 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, ensuring residents receive exceptional support in a compassionate environment.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 ARTHUR B HODGES CENTER, THE (75) — The Arthur B Hodges Center stands out with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, offering a comfortable setting with a B grade and no fines, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality nursing services.
- 3 MEADOWBROOK ACRES (70) — Meadowbrook Acres has a commendable 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, making it a dependable option for skilled nursing. Despite being a for-profit facility, it maintains a B grade and has no fines, ensuring residents receive adequate care in a spacious environment with 60 beds.
The other 2 Charleston facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $28K.
Recommended
Thomas Hospitals Skilled Nursing Unit boasts an impressive 5★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 88/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, ensuring residents receive exceptional support in a compassionate environment.
The Arthur B Hodges Center stands out with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community-focused care, offering a comfortable setting with a B grade and no fines, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality nursing services.
Meadowbrook Acres has a commendable 4★ CMS rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, making it a dependable option for skilled nursing. Despite being a for-profit facility, it maintains a B grade and has no fines, ensuring residents receive adequate care in a spacious environment with 60 beds.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Charleston Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $28,870
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Charleston Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Charleston's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Charleston facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Charleston avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Charleston facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Charleston, WV are recommended?
3 of 5 nursing homes in Charleston (60%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Charleston "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Charleston?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.