Princeton Health Care Center

    315 Courthouse Rd, Princeton, WV 24740
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.06·(16)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.3
    • Staff

      3.8
    • Meals

      4.1
    • Amenities

      4.1
    • Value

      4.1

    Pros

    • Compassionate, patient nursing staff
    • Supportive and efficient admissions process
    • Person-centered care emphasizing dignity
    • Facility cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere
    • Comforting decor and communal environment
    • Positive staff–resident rapport
    • Observable improvement in some residents' wellbeing
    • Peace of mind for families during transitions

    Cons

    • Compromised staffing levels and workforce overload
    • Gaps in dementia-care supervision and unit safety
    • Inconsistent clinical monitoring for hydration and infection prevention
    • Insufficient fall-prevention and wandering-management practices
    • Delays in responding to resident needs and clinical issues
    • Variability in staff conduct and communication tone
    • Weak incident-response and risk-management procedures

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a mixed picture in which strong, individualized caregiving and a well-maintained facility coexist with operational weaknesses that merit investigation. Many families highlighted compassionate, patient nursing staff and an admissions process that some described as efficient and supportive; the admissions representative was singled out by name for facilitating smoother transitions. Several accounts describe residents who look and feel better after arrival, and the facility's decor, cleanliness, and overall atmosphere were praised as comforting and well kept.

    Care quality appears to vary by unit. Positive comments emphasize respectful, dignity-focused interactions and visible improvements in some residents' wellbeing. At the same time, there are recurring concerns about clinical monitoring and basic preventative care in certain areas — examples mentioned include hydration and infection-prevention gaps and incidents consistent with missed or delayed clinical follow-up. A number of comments point to fall-related risks and wandering events that suggest opportunities to strengthen fall-prevention protocols and supervision practices, especially in memory-care settings.

    Staffing and staff experience are a central theme. Many reviewers described staff as caring and empathetic, but also as stretched and overwhelmed. That pattern — competent, well-intentioned caregivers operating under staffing constraints — can produce variability in response times, communication tone with families, and the consistency of routine care tasks. Management strengths include an inviting physical environment and an admissions process that can provide reassurance during transition; management weaknesses appear to center on staffing allocation, operational oversight of higher-acuity units, and incident handling.

    There is limited direct commentary about dining and activities in the available summaries; neither strong praise nor repeated criticism of meal quality or programming emerged clearly. Facilities-related feedback was predominantly positive, with remarks about cleanliness, a pleasant smell, and an attractive atmosphere. Concerningly, one review referenced an allegation of animal-related misconduct that led to legal action; this raises questions about incident escalation, risk management, and external oversight in isolated cases.

    For prospective residents and families: consider touring the specific unit where your loved one would live (especially memory-care areas), ask about current staffing ratios and how they vary by shift, request details on fall-prevention and wandering-management protocols, inquire about hydration and infection-prevention practices, and ask how the facility investigates and communicates about adverse incidents. These targeted questions can help reconcile the facility's evident strengths in person-centered caregiving and environment with the operational gaps highlighted by other families.

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    Medicare Ratings

    3·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

    Princeton Health Care Center is located at 315 Courthouse Rd, Princeton, WV, 24740.

    About Princeton Health Care Center

    Princeton Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility that has been a trusted provider of care for over four decades. Founded in June of 1981, the center has continually evolved to meet the changing needs of its residents and the community, establishing itself as a cornerstone of compassionate healthcare. Proudly operating as an independent, not-for-profit organization, Princeton Health Care Center has built a reputation for delivering state-of-the-art care with genuine warmth and a family-like approach. The facility is nestled in a scenic country setting, creating an environment that is both peaceful and inviting while remaining conveniently close to local healthcare providers.

    This center is deeply committed to offering the highest standard of care in an environment that feels friendly and comfortable. Their approach to resident well-being is multifaceted and holistic, attending not only to physical needs but also the mental, emotional, and social aspects of health. Residents have access to long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services, with a broad range of on-site practitioners whose expertise collectively contributes to a comprehensive care experience. The skilled staff engages with each resident as if they were friends, family, or neighbors, ensuring that everyone feels valued and cared for.

    A key milestone in the center's history was the opening of the state’s first dementia care unit in 1989, reflecting a forward-thinking commitment to specialized memory care. Over the years, Princeton Health Care Center has expanded its services to remain at the forefront of skilled nursing, continuously striving to enhance the quality of life for those it serves. The care team takes particular pride in being able to provide vital services on-site, reducing the need for stressful transfers and keeping continuity of care as a central priority.

    Life at Princeton Health Care Center is vibrant and engaging, with an annual calendar full of activities tailored to residents’ varied hobbies and interests. The facility is much more than a place for medical support—it is a community that encourages socialization and active living. Residents can enjoy everything from games and crafts within the facility to outings for Whistlepigs baseball games, fishing trips, shows at the Chuck Mathena Center, musical events at local churches, facility picnics featuring live music, holiday celebrations, area fairs, and shopping excursions. This lively schedule ensures that there is plenty of opportunity for fun, relaxation, and meaningful connection, allowing residents to be as engaged or as restful as they desire.

    At its core, Princeton Health Care Center stands out as a place where professionalism and compassion intersect. The commitment to providing individualized, high-quality healthcare is evident in every aspect of the resident experience. The facility’s long-standing presence and innovation in areas such as dementia care mark it as a leader in the field, dedicated to meeting the needs of individuals and families with dignity, empathy, and expertise.

    People often ask...

    Princeton Health Care Center offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

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    The full address for this community is 315 Courthouse Rd, Princeton, WV 24740.

    No, Princeton Health Care Center does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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