Kanawha Place in Charleston, WV

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    A cozy bedroom with classic furniture and a large window.
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    A cozy bedroom with a wooden bed and a large window letting in natural light.
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    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and a fireplace, undergoing a makeover.
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    Comfortable and cozy bedroom with classic furniture, awaiting a makeover.
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    A cozy bedroom with a single bed and a large window adorned with light curtains.
  • Dining

    A well-appointed dining room with neatly set tables and blue tablecloths, ready for guests.
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Kanawha Place in Charleston, WV

Kanawha Place is an assisted living community in Charleston, WV.

Information last verified:

699 South Park Road, Charleston, WV 25304

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 71 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Kanawha Place Costs & Pricing

Kanawha Place offers competitive pricing for its residents compared to both Kanawha County and the broader West Virginia market. For a semi-private room, Kanawha Place's monthly rate of $2,584 is significantly lower than the county average of $4,039 and the state average of $3,683, highlighting a substantial cost advantage. Studio units at Kanawha Place are priced at $3,465, which remains below the county's rate of $3,647 and offers more affordability than the state's average of $4,207. However, the one-bedroom option at Kanawha Place stands out with a higher monthly fee of $5,259 when contrasted with both Kanawha County ($4,014) and West Virginia ($4,017), indicating a premium for this accommodation type. Overall, residents will find that while some options may be priced higher at Kanawha Place, particularly one-bedroom units, many others present an attractive financial incentive relative to local and state averages.

Floor plansKanawha PlaceKanawha CountyWest Virginia
Semi-Private$2,584$4,039$3,683
Studio$3,465$3,647$4,207
1 Bedroom$5,259$4,014$4,017

Overall Review of Kanawha Place

common 51 reviews mention this

Staff are caring and responsive

Staff members are described as friendly, attentive, and quick to help with resident needs.

Many residents and families describe a consistent pattern of staff being kind, helpful, and responsive. Several reviewers specifically mention nursing and aides checking on residents, bringing medications on time, and getting residents to appointments. A number of comments also highlight communication with families, including being reachable to answer questions and calling when issues come up. Even when reviewers had concerns, they generally still describe staff as a major part of the day-to-day experience.

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Dining quality stands out

Meal service is frequently praised as tasty and well cared for.

Dining comes up repeatedly, with reviewers describing nutritious meals and food they compare to restaurant quality. Some mention that residents eat multiple times a day without complaints, while others describe the chef offering alternatives when a resident dislikes a specific meal. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and room service alongside meal plans for special dietary restrictions.

common 19 reviews mention this

Clean, tidy, and homelike

Residents and families often describe the facility as clean, tidy, and homey.

Reviewers frequently mention cleanliness, tidy common areas, and a comfortable, home-like feel. Several describe well-maintained spaces and welcoming atmosphere when visiting or when moving in. A few reviews add specific cleanliness concerns, including reports of an odor or pests, but the majority of comments focus on the facility being clean and cared for.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Planned activities and social time are a regular part of life for residents.

Many reviewers say residents participate in daily activities, including spending time in common areas and joining scheduled events. Some mention outings, group interaction, and encouragement to stay involved. The community also provides a range of on-site and off-site activities, including scheduled daily activities and community-sponsored events.

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Price can feel like value

Several families mention choosing the community for affordability and convenience.

A few reviewers specifically connect their choice to cost, describing the facility as less expensive or a good value compared with other options. Others also note that rates may be similar to what they were already paying elsewhere. Pricing varies by unit type, so the best fit often depends on whether families compare studios, one-bedrooms, or shared options.

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Limited care for dementia

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing and capability for dementia needs.

While most feedback is positive, a recurring concern is that the community may not be equipped for dementia care. One reviewer also describes understaffing and difficulty interacting with residents during challenging moments. Another comment notes staffing was short during their time, which affected how well care and support felt day to day.

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Features

Housing

  • 68 resident community capacity 68 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Yeager (4 miles away) Yeager (4 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Charleston, West Virginia, offers a variety of amenities that cater to seniors looking for convenience and comfort. With a range of dining options including Plaza Maya, Aladdin Restaurant, and Nawab Fine Indian Cuisine, residents can enjoy delicious meals close to home. In terms of healthcare, there are several physicians' offices and hospitals nearby such as Dr Southern's Office and CAMC Memorial Hospital Er, ensuring easy access to medical care. Additionally, pharmacies like CVS Pharmacy and Fruth Pharmacy are within reach for any prescription needs. For leisure activities, there are cafes like Starbucks and beautiful parks like Haddad Riverfront Park for relaxing outings. Transportation options include Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Yeager Airport for convenient travel arrangements. Overall, this neighborhood provides a convenient and comfortable living environment for seniors in Charleston.

Restaurants

  • Plaza Maya (0.4 miles)
  • Aladdin Restaurant (0.5 miles)
  • Steak Escape (0.7 miles)
  • Nawab Fine Indian Cuisine (0.7 miles)
  • Penn Station East Coast Subs (0.9 miles)
  • Pita Pit (Charleston) (1 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Dr Southern's Office (0.5 miles)
  • West Virginia Gynecologic Oncology Associates (0.5 miles)
  • David Lee Cancer Center (0.6 miles)
  • Hass, Stephen Dr - Vascular Center of Excellence (0.6 miles)
  • Thrush Jr, Lawrence Dr - Thrush and Clark Allergists (0.6 miles)
  • Charleston Pediatric Group (0.6 miles)
  • Chesapeake Medical Center (0.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • CAMC Pharmacy - Memorial Hospital (0.5 miles)
  • Camc Memorial Hospital Er (0.7 miles)
  • Day Surgery Center (0.9 miles)
  • Highland Hospital (2 miles)
  • Charleston Surgical Hospital (2.1 miles)
  • Select Specialty Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • Charleston Area Medical Center (2.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.6 miles)
  • Daily Dose Cafe (0.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Village Chapel Presbyterian Church (0.8 miles)
  • St George Orthodox Cathedral (1.2 miles)
  • Diocese Mid-Atlant (1.3 miles)
  • Asbury United Methodist Church (1.5 miles)
  • God In Christ Glorious Church (1.8 miles)
  • Mt Olivet Baptist Church (2.6 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church (5.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Care Point Partners (1 miles)
  • BioScrip Infusion Services (1 miles)
  • Carepoint Partners of WV (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Fruth Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Fruth Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1.8 miles)
  • Executive Air Terminal (3.1 miles)
  • Yeager Airport (CRW) (3.4 miles)

Parks

  • Haddad Riverfront Park (2.7 miles)
  • Kanawha State Forest (3.4 miles)

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