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Dunbar Center

501 Caldwell Lane, Dunbar, WV 25064 · Kanawha County

Dunbar Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility located at 501 Caldwell Lane, Dunbar, WV 25064-2026, specializing in ShortStay care, LongTerm care, and .

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Dunbar Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Dunbar, WV, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day. It operates as part of the Genesis Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.30 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 34 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $82,042 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.30 hrs/resident/day)
•34 deficiencies at last survey
•$82,042 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Dunbar options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 120
Avg. residents/day: 115
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Genesis Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 515066

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,740–$14,030/mo (median $12,560)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Charleston prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.30; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.49; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 42.2%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 34
Federal fines: 2 ($82,042)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-04-03
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (81 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-07-28Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

2025-07-28Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-07-28Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-07-28Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-07-28	Fine	$66,123
2025-05-07	Fine	$15,919

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

501 Caldwell Lane, Dunbar, WV

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Common questions about Dunbar Center

How much does Dunbar Center cost?

Dunbar Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dunbar, WV area typically runs $11,740–$14,030 per month (median $12,560, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Dunbar Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Dunbar Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Dunbar Center?

Staff provide about 3.30 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Dunbar Center?

Dunbar Center has 81 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Dunbar Center have availability?

Typically 96% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Dunbar Center offer?

Dunbar Center in Dunbar, WV offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.

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