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West Virginia Veterans Home

512 Water St

4.2(45 ratings)· Barboursville average: 4.9

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Quick Facts

Fee structure
Monthly fee set at 50% of income
Homeless veteran program
60 days free housing via Project-214
Admission requirement
Must be ambulatory and independent in ADLs
Room setup
Shared rooms for two, three, or four people
Medical transport
Transportation to VA Medical Center arranged

What Families Think

This is a residential home specifically for honorably discharged veterans, offering long-term dormitory-style housing and a short-term program for homeless veterans. Reviews are mixed, with praise for caring staff and past food quality contrasted by recent complaints about declining meals and a difficult experience reported by at least one female veteran.

The Good

  • Staff described as caring and dedicated by multiple reviewers
  • Around-the-clock nursing staff for first aid and medication assistance
  • Transportation arranged to VA Medical Center for advanced care
  • Active recreational programming and volunteer opportunities
  • Affordable cost tied to veteran's income

The Bad

  • Multiple reviewers report declining food quality under new management
  • One report of an uncomfortable experience for a female veteran
  • One report of noise and smoking issues disrupting sleep
  • One report of promised private bathroom not being honored

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

West Virginia Veterans Home is a senior living community in Barboursville, West Virginia offering Independent Living. Amenities include Guest Meals, Restaurant style Dining Room and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 45 reviews.

About West Virginia Veterans Home

The West Virginia Veterans Home is a 125-bed residential facility in Barboursville, West Virginia, serving veterans discharged under honorable conditions who need safe and affordable housing. Authorized by the West Virginia State Legislature in 1975 and opened in 1981, the home operates on a 23-acre campus overlooking downtown Barboursville.

The facility offers two residential programs. The Domiciliary Program provides long-term housing for veterans, with costs partly covered by a monthly maintenance fee set at 50 percent of the veteran's monthly income. The Project-214 Program assists veterans experiencing homelessness, offering facility services for 60 days at no cost while veterans work with federal VA Homeless Services toward stable housing.

A nursing department staffed around the clock provides first aid, preventive care, and medication assistance. Staff arrange regular transportation to the nearby Veterans Affairs Medical Center for advanced medical care. A well-equipped cafeteria serves three nutritious meals daily, with dietary specialists available to help residents manage nutrition and address specific health needs. Packed lunches are provided for residents away during meal times.

The facility emphasizes resident engagement and independence through recreational programming, a well-provisioned library, computer lab, and lounges that encourage social interaction. Many residents perform volunteer work with community organizations, attend school, or work toward regaining independence. The home maintains security around the clock as a closed facility where residents and guests sign in and out. Weapons and illicit materials are not permitted.

Rooms accommodate two, three, or four persons, with efforts made to ensure compatibility between occupants. Female veterans are welcomed with unique lodging accommodations provided as available. Residents may take passes for up to three days by signing a daily log sheet and are authorized up to 30 days of leave annually. Visitation is encouraged, and visitors may share meals with residents for a nominal fee.

Residents must be ambulatory and independent in all activities of daily living; the home does not provide skilled nursing care or hospitalization. Applicants must have served on active duty or in a reserve component for at least 12 consecutive months (or the entire period called to active duty if medically discharged earlier), with longer service requirements for those enlisted after September 7, 1980. Pre-admission medical tests are required for all applicants.

Types of Care at West Virginia Veterans Home

Independent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Guest Meals
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of West Virginia Veterans Home

4.2overall · 45 ratings combined

4.2★ on Google (45)

Jennifer Millard

May 2022

via Google

Had to jump through hoops to get there. They put me on the women’s floor. But, my room had blinds that most of them were missing. And the guy living below me had his music so loud I could hardly sleep at night. I ask management to talk to him about it, they did, but he just ignored them. Also, the smoking was terrible. They are not allowed to smoke in the rooms and you can smell it everywhere in the building. The cafeteria food was awful. They had an ice cream machine, but I avoided it like the plague. It didn’t look clean. This place is great if you are an old veteran and can hardly take your medication with supervision. I stayed there because at the time I had no place to go. But, before the beginning of the month I found a place and left. They say you can save your money for 60 days and then you pay half of what you get from the government after that. I left as soon as I could due to the loud noise. It was like living next to a movie theater at night. There were other rooms for the men, so I don’t know if the noise problem affected them. But as a female veteran and not having a lot of choices of rooms I couldn’t move to another room. I asked, but management didn’t want me to move me. There was rooms available, but it seemed they didn’t care. Also, they said I could have a toilet and a shower in my room, but was a lie. I had to share a bathroom with another lady. The ladies on the floor were nice. It was the creep men at the place that made me feel uncomfortable. Great if you are a man, but terrible if you are a woman. Only go here if you have too.

Matt York

Nov 2021

via Google

Someone new took over the place and the quality of living For these incredible Men our veterans isn’t as good as it used to be. The food quality has went downhill quite a bit in the last year, they got rid of the salad bar they used to have and they don’t serve them decent meals ,it’s mostly just processed food that makes older men like that sick to their stomach’s I know it does my fathers. It’s just very disappointing to see a place like that go down because they’re taking care of our heroes so I would not recommend this place to your loved ones.

Chris Breva

Jan 2020

via Google

I love this place. It is more than a veteran's home. It is my home as well. Great staff who really cares for veterans. Great food. Clean. Friendly. Home!

Bill Nelson

Dec 2019

via Google

For them it is all about the vet.They bunk 2 to a room ., after 2 months you can have cable in your room.they feed them some great foodeveryone we know got huge.they have a lot of activities both there and off campus.you only have to stay 3 notes a week, if you have a sweetie.

DV Phil

Nov 2017

via Google

To the Receiving Department.. Bravo, Bravo. It takes more than skill to do that job. Dedication, devotion, they very lucky to have such a great receiving section. That in takes housekeeping, kitchen, furniture, and all donations. And they do.it with a smile. Happy to have dropped 11 huge bags of nice men's clothing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does West Virginia Veterans Home offer?

West Virginia Veterans Home offers Independent Living.

Where is West Virginia Veterans Home located?

West Virginia Veterans Home is located at 512 Water St in Barboursville, West Virginia.

What do families say about West Virginia Veterans Home?

This is a residential home specifically for honorably discharged veterans, offering long-term dormitory-style housing and a short-term program for homeless veterans. Reviews are mixed, with praise for caring staff and past food quality contrasted by recent complaints about declining meals and a difficult experience reported by at least one female veteran.

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