Harper Mills in Beckley, WV

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  • Interior

    A spacious room featuring a table with chairs, a television on a stand, and decorative elements including a clock and ceiling lights.

  • Outdoors

    A beautifully landscaped garden with vibrant red flowers and a large tree in the background, featuring a sign and white fence.

  • Decor

    A well-lit dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring decorative elements and polished flooring.

  • Building

    A well-maintained garden with lush green lawns and various shrubs in front of a brick building.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital room with a bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair.

  • Landscaping

    Entrance sign for Harper Mills surrounded by plants and stone pillars.

Harper Mills in Beckley, WV

Harper Mills is a nursing home community in Beckley, WV.

Information last verified:

100 Heartland Drive, Beckley, WV 25801

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

2.5 from 60 reviews
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Overall Review of Harper Mills

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Call buttons and staffing concerns

Residents’ families describe slow or ineffective responses when help is needed.

A recurring issue in the reviews is getting timely help, especially after residents press call buttons. Multiple reviewers say they waited a long time or reported that alarms went unanswered, including situations involving transfers and basic support needs. Others also describe shortages and the need for families to step in or repeatedly ask for assistance.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Physical therapy gets praise

Physical therapy is a standout in residents’ and families’ accounts.

Several reviews single out therapy—particularly physical therapy—as a major positive, describing more active routines and noticeable progress during rehab. One reviewer contrasted earlier ICU time with improved mobility after transfer, and others said the rehab portion went well. Even in less positive reviews, the “rehab” experience is sometimes treated as the exception compared with the broader facility experience.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is a frequent complaint

Many reviewers say the facility’s cleanliness falls short.

Cleanliness shows up as a frequent negative theme, with reviewers describing filthy conditions and unclean bathrooms or floors. Some accounts include reports of feces or trash left for extended periods, and others mention concerns like mold or dirty fixtures. A smaller number of reviews take the opposite view and say the building felt clean, but the majority of cleanliness mentions are unfavorable.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed

Food quality draws conflicting feedback from families and residents.

Food is discussed in both directions, with some reviewers saying meals are horrible or not consistent with prescribed diets. Others describe shortages or meals being served without adequate preparation. At the same time, a few reviews mention positive food-related experiences, such as feeling well fed and positive comments about how the facility smells.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 201 resident community capacity 201 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Beckley, West Virginia, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors considering the area for living. With multiple dining options including Kem's, Cracker Barrel, and Tamarack The Best Of West Virginia, residents can enjoy a variety of cuisines close to home. Nearby physicians such as Raleigh Regional Cancer Center and Pediatric Care Unlimited provide access to medical care, while places of worship like Beckley Seventh-Day Adventist Church and Mount Calvary Baptist Church offer spiritual support. Transportation services from Enterprise Rent-A-Car and U-Haul Moving & Storage of Beckley make it easy to get around town. Parks like Freedom Skate Park and Appalachian Regional Hospital provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, pharmacies such as Apex Pharmacy and Walmart Pharmacy ensure easy access to medication. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking to settle comfortably in Beckley, West Virginia.

Restaurants

  • Kem's (0.1 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (0.2 miles)
  • Tamarack The Best Of West Virginia (0.4 miles)
  • Texas Steakhouse & Saloon (0.4 miles)
  • Ruby Tuesday (0.4 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.4 miles)
  • Pasquale's (0.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Raleigh Regional Cancer Center (0.2 miles)
  • Beckley Primary Care (0.3 miles)
  • Pediatric Care Unlimited (0.4 miles)
  • Dr.killmer (0.5 miles)
  • Surgical Care of Southern West Virginia (0.5 miles)
  • Wv Asthma And Allergy Centers (0.5 miles)
  • Retina Consultants (0.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Surprise Valley Youth Camp (0.3 miles)
  • Beckley Seventh-Day Adventist Church (1.2 miles)
  • Mount Calvary Baptist Church (1.7 miles)
  • United Methodist Temple (2 miles)
  • Emmanuel Baptist Church (2.1 miles)
  • Calloway Heights Baptist Church (2.3 miles)
  • Welcome Baptist Church (2.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1.2 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage of Beckley (2.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.5 miles)
  • Small Talk Cafe (9.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Apex Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Bypass Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • Lester Square Pharmacy (5 miles)
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (5.7 miles)
  • Bypass Pharmacy #2 (5.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.8 miles)

Parks

  • Freedom Skate Park (3 miles)
  • Little Beaver State Park (8.5 miles)
  • Grandview (9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Appalachian Regional Hospital Heliport (3 miles)
  • Raleigh General Hospital (3.1 miles)
  • Pinecrest Hospital (3.3 miles)
  • Beckley Surgery Center (4.1 miles)

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