Lakin State Hospital

    11522 Ohio River Rd, West Columbia, WV 25287
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing
    3.0ยท8 reviews

    Long-time employee praises caring atmosphere

    I loved working here - as a long-time employee I appreciated the small touches, like chocolate milk always being available. Very good care and atmosphere; I'd happily recommend it.

    Staff member
    Jul 2026

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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

    3.00ยท(8)

    Overall rating

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

      1.0
    • Staff

      1.0
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Familiar, long-established community
    • Occasional favorable dining offerings

    Cons

    • Poor leadership-to-clinical communication
    • Delays in clinical response and monitoring
    • Weak fall-prevention and mobility-safety protocols
    • Gaps in incident escalation and emergency coordination
    • Sanitation and pest-control concerns in some areas
    • Declining physical maintenance and facility condition
    • Low staff morale and perceived operational deterioration

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a mixed but predominantly critical picture of care quality. There are specific safety concerns such as resident falls and transfers to emergency care, and reviewers described delayed activation of monitoring measures. One review references a substantiated finding of care deficiencies; together these items indicate gaps in timely clinical response, monitoring practices, and incident escalation. Families and prospective residents should therefore review the facility's recent regulatory records and ask for documentation of fall-prevention and emergency-transfer protocols.

    Staffing and management emerge as another central theme. Several comments point to weakened communication from leadership down to nursing staff, and at least one long-tenured employee described a perceptible decline in operations and morale over time. These patterns suggest systemic issues in leadership oversight, staff support, and workforce stability that can affect day-to-day care coordination and family communication.

    Dining and day-to-day life have isolated positive notes โ€” for example, occasional favorable menu items and some expressed fondness for the community historically โ€” but dining was not a prominent strength in the overall commentary. Activity programming is not well documented in the available summaries; a few reviewers expressed personal positive sentiment, but there is limited evidence of consistent, robust offerings.

    Facility condition and environmental hygiene are recurring concerns. Reviewers described sanitation issues, odor concerns in certain areas, and pest-control concerns, alongside comments about declining upkeep. Taken together, these observations point to maintenance and housekeeping shortfalls that merit direct inspection during a tour.

    Notable patterns: recurring communication breakdowns between management and frontline staff, safety-monitoring lapses related to mobility and fall prevention, documented care-deficiency findings, and environmental maintenance issues. For prospective residents and families: conduct an on-site visit at different times of day, ask to review recent inspection reports and incident logs, inquire specifically about staffing ratios, fall-prevention measures, monitoring-device policies, housekeeping and pest-control schedules, and how leadership communicates care changes to families.

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    Medicare Ratings

    1ยท/ 5
    Cited by CMS for abuse, or potential for abuse, on its most recent survey cycle.
    • Overall

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    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

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

    Location

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    Lakin State Hospital is located at 11522 Ohio River Rd, West Columbia, WV, 25287.

    About Lakin State Hospital

    Lakin Hospital is a renowned care facility that provides top-notch medical services to its residents. The hospital is known for its state-of-the-art facilities and experienced staff who are dedicated to providing compassionate care to all individuals. Lakin Hospital offers a range of specialized services, including rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing, to meet the diverse needs of its patients.

    One of the key features of Lakin Hospital is its commitment to personalized care plans for each resident. The staff at the hospital work closely with patients and their families to develop tailored treatment plans that address the individual's specific needs and preferences. This approach ensures that each resident receives the best possible care and support during their stay at Lakin Hospital.

    Additionally, Lakin Hospital prides itself on creating a warm and welcoming environment for its residents. The facility is designed to promote comfort and well-being, with spacious rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces where residents can relax and socialize. The hospital also offers a range of amenities and activities to support the overall health and happiness of residents, including fitness programs, recreational activities, and social events.

    Overall, Lakin Hospital is recognized for its commitment to excellence in care, its focus on personalized treatment plans, and its dedication to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for all residents. With its skilled staff, modern facilities, and comprehensive range of services, Lakin Hospital continues to be a trusted choice for individuals seeking high-quality medical care in a compassionate setting.

    People often ask...

    Lakin State Hospital offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    The full address for this community is 11522 Ohio River Rd, West Columbia, WV 25287.

    No, Lakin State Hospital 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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