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Altenheim
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Retirement housing
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Lighting the way to answers on aging. Learn More →
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Aging Resources and Referrals
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Information on senior issues and caregiving
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Special Events & Programs
April 27, 2025
9th Annual Jerry's Walk for Suicide Awareness
May 01, 2025
Belmont County Adult Services Coalition
Retirement Community
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
ALTENHEIM IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!
CONTACT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GEORGE DAKOVIC FOR INFORMATION OR TO APPLY!
Altenheim Retirement Community has long been a part of Wheeling's history. Known as Altenheim Home for the Aged, the home was originally located close to the intersection of National Road and Bethany Pike, close to the current Kepner Funeral Home / Springhill Suites location. Anton Reymann, the donor of Altenheim, purchased the beautiful old Mount Belleview summer hotel, had the house and grounds renovated, then gave it to a board of trustees to be used as a home for older women, many of whom were "retired" German domestics who had cared for Wheeling's wealthy. These ladies were offered life care with all of their needs met. The formal opening was held on May 7, 1891.
Altenheim remained at that site until the building needed too many repairs to be remodeled yet again. The old hand-made bricks and crumbling mortar were too deteriorated to be salvaged. In 1949, the Board purchased the property of John O. Schenk. The home was moved in 1950 to the current location. The "new" home was once the site of the A.B. Paxton residence, although Mr. Schenk had the original home razed and contracted with Wheeling architect Edward Bates Franzheim to design the Georgian Revival house, originally called "Uplands" and known today as "Altenheim". The "new" home was completed in 1922. This location was a bit farther out than the original Mount Belleview site but was more accessible to the ladies. Once purchased by the Board, the home was remodeled to accommodate the residents offering private rooms with private baths.
For over 60 years, the focus was residential housing for aged women with the residents being offered meals, housekeeping, laundry services, activities, and a comfortable, caring lifestyle. In 2008, the Board of Trustees decided to shift the focus to free-standing, independent housing for adults 65 years and older and constructed three A-frame cottages on the east side of the main building. Two years later, three cottages were added on the rear of the property, and in 2014, two more cottages were added on the west side of the main building.
The main building (formerly the residence house) is now our Administrative Building housing the offices of our Executive Director and Resource & Referral Services Coordinator. We continue to focus on older adults offering housing in our modern cottages and a free Resource and Referral Service for older adults and caregivers who need information on aging and caregiving issues regardless of income or location.
We offer stylish housing for independent individuals who are 65 years of age and older. Our eight free-standing cottages are rented on a monthly basis and are equipped with stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, washers, and dryers. Amenities include lawn care, snow removal, general maintenance, activities, and more. Pets are considered. Rent does not include utilities. There is no admission fee.
Are you interested in what we have to offer? Contact our Executive Director for more information or to apply.
Check out the Photo Gallery for pictures of our cottages and Retirement Community happenings!
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Senior/Caregiver Resources & Referral Services
ALTENHEIM RESOURCE SERVICES
Empowering older adults, family and professional caregivers, and their advocates with information, education, and support for over 25 years
Wishing everyone a most blessed Easter.
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ADD TO YOUR CALENDAR
Providing information to our area's older adults and caregivers since 2000, the SENIOR SUPPORT FAIR will be held on May 6 at the Ohio Valley Mall from 10am - 2pm. Come and meet representatives from local agencies who can tell you about the services that can help you!
Giveaways, door prizes, information, and resources!
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APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR ALTENHEIM RETIREMENT COTTAGES
Applications are being accepted for the Altenheim Retirement Community cottages! Contact Executive Director George A. Dakovic for more information or to complete an application.
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The April 2025 Timely Resources has been posted!
The APRIL 2025 Deeper Dive has been posted!
Click on the NEWS tab and check out The Caregiver Get-Away Book. There are self-care tips for everyone!
Click on the NEWS tab!
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SEVERAL HELPFUL GUIDES ARE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE
Click on the Senior Resources and Referrals tab on the upper left of this page. Go to the Helpful Information tab on the middle left of that page. You will find several helpful guides and tools under the tab.
The Timely Resources Care Guides offer information on Planning for Long-Term Care, When Placing a Loved One, Caregiving: Coping with the Stress, Tips for Caring, The Caregiver Get-Away Book, and recently added - Assessing What Is Needed.
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We often find that our loved ones aren't doing as well as we hoped when we visit. Perhaps you live at a distance and your visits are limited.
If you find your family member needs some help, call us. We'll talk to you about available services. Free. Confidential. Get in touch with us to find out what may help.
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Altenheim Resource Services - Your Gateway to Information on Aging & Caregiving
Who are we?
Altenheim Resource Services has been a division of the Altenheim Retirement Community since 1995. We offer free, unbiased information on aging and resources. We receive no local, state, or federal funding.
What is our goal?
To empower older adults, caregivers, and their advocates through information, education, advocacy, & support
Learning about the issues we face as we age, the needs of our care receivers, and the available resources and services help us make intelligent choices about our lives. We hope to give older adults, caregivers, and advocates some tools to help them guide their lives and their care.
What do we do?
We offer professional assistance for those seeking information, resources, and options for care.
We'll discuss your situation and your needs at no charge. Contacts are confidential.
FREE SERVICES INCLUDE
- ASSESSMENT AND CONSULTATION
- in person, by phone, or by email
- we are happy to schedule an in-person consult, but please call to schedule an appointment
- RESOURCE INFORMATION
- snail mail, email
- WORKSHOPS FOR PROFESSIONALS
- in person
- COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
- in person
- PRESENTATIONS
- on issues relevant to older adults, caregiving, or on our Altenheim Retirement Community are available at no charge, and your group's size doesn't matter!
- E-NEWSLETTER
- Bi-monthly - send us your email address or click the NEWS tab above.
- Our main newsletter Timely Resources is emailed the first week of the month. Deeper Dive is emailed mid-month and takes a deeper look at a topic from Timely Resources.
- BLOG on resources, issues, and other information. Click on the BLOG tab above. Leave us your comments. We'd like to hear from you!
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How do you reach us?
You can reach us through our web page, by email (akoegler1995@gmail.com), or by calling 304 280-8701 and leaving a message. Please do NOT leave a message through our Facebook page.
Click on the Senior / Caregiver Resources and Referrals tab above for more information.
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Quick Links
Greater East Ohio Alzheimer's Association
Northwestern Area Agency on Aging (WV)
Area Agency on Aging Region 9 (OH)
Pennsylvania Department of Aging
Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging
Contact Altenheim
Altenheim
1387 National Road
Wheeling, WV 26003
Main Office / Retirement Community:
(304) 281-8797 (cell)
gam.dakovic@gmail.com
Resource & Referral Services:
(304) 280-8701 (please leave a message)
akoegler1995@gmail.com
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