Ann's Country Retreat sits in Wellsburg, West Virginia, and it's a small, family-owned senior living community with just 22 licensed beds, so folks get pretty personal attention. The place has assisted living, independent living, respite care, memory care, nursing home care, and even home care, all under one roof, which means residents can stay put even if their needs change over time. You'll find rooms both private and shared, each one with a telephone and an emergency alert system, plus wheelchair accessible showers for folks who need them, and you can see the surrounding countryside out the windows since the place has a pretty peaceful setting with a garden, walking paths, and scenic views all around. Staff and caregivers are available 24/7, with both RNs and CNAs on duty, and care covers everything from help with bathing and dressing to medication management and support for diabetic or incontinent residents-including folks needing both one-person and two-person transfers if they can't get around on their own. They help keep residents safe too, with things like wandering prevention technology for those with dementia, and the building operates with a clear caregiver-to-resident ratio set by the state.
Meals come prepared fresh, with special care for diabetic and allergy-friendly diets, and there's a dining room where folks can take their meals together if they want. Besides meal prep, Ann's Country Retreat takes care of laundry and housekeeping, and also offers transportation and a resident parking area, though they do charge extra for rides. Seniors have opportunities for activities all week long, from movie nights and community-run events to exercise programs and arts and crafts-there's even pet therapy, devotional services, regular Sunday worship, and a beauty shop right on-site for haircuts or a shave. Folks can socialize in the indoor commons or meet outside, maybe in the garden or on the walking paths, and there are programs to help residents make friends and feel part of things, which 's especially nice in a small, tight-knit place. The facility welcomes people 55 and older who need anything from a little help to regular nursing care, and because it isn't certified for Medicare, most families will need to pay privately or with long-term care insurance. Housekeeping staff and caregivers handle the day-to-day with a gentle, steady hand, and the licensed, structured setup helps make sure folks' needs are met. Tours are offered so families can see the place and get a feel for how the staff treats residents. Ann's Country Retreat keeps things quiet and comfortable, focused on making sure every senior has what they need to feel at home, whether they're there for a short stay or the long term.
