Assisted Living Communities in Oak Hill, West Virginia

Assisted Living costs in Oak Hill start around $3,000 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Oak Hill and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in West Virginia page.

Oak Hill is a small city in Fayette County, West Virginia. As of 2010, the city was home to 7,730 residents, 20% of whom were senior citizens aged 65 and older. There are six assisted living facilities in the area that provide full-time care to seniors who need it. Three of these facilities are located in Oak Hill while the remaining three are nearby in Hilltop and Gauley Bridge.

Throughout West Virginia, assisted living facilities are known as either assisted living residences or residential care facilities. While both levels of facility provide 24-hour personal care, seniors who reside in residential care facilities are required to be capable of self-preservation should an emergency occur. These residences and facilities are regulated by the Department of Health and Human Resources, as they are throughout the state. 

• Oak Hill's air quality is rated 67 on a scale of 1 to 100, which is better than in the average U.S. city. Senior citizens, particularly those with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, can rest assured that the air in the city is safe to breathe. 
• Precipitation levels in Oak Hill are high. The city gets 48 inches of rain and 43 inches of snow per year. Combined, that's 25 inches more precipitation than in the average U.S. city. Seniors who enjoy spending time outdoors may find their opportunities to do so are limited. 
• The overall cost of living in Oak Hill is 23% below the national average thanks to the city's low housing costs, which is beneficial for seniors with limited income.
• The Oak Hill area is home to world-class healthcare facilities, including Plateau Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. 
• Seniors can travel safely throughout the city via New River Transit, which offers free rides to personal caregivers and route deviations to those who aren't situated near a scheduled stop.
• There is an array of community services available to seniors living in Oak Hill, including the Fayette County Family Resource Network - Elderly Assistance, which provides referrals to local services and senior advocacy programs, as well as one senior center. 

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.