West Virginia Nursing Home Sale Raises Alarms Over Care and Accountability

When families entrust their loved ones to state nursing homes, they expect dignity, safety, and compassionate care—not the gamble of corporate cost-cutting. Yet that is exactly the risk West Virginia residents face as Gov. Patrick Morrisey recently finalized the $60 million sale of four historic state-run nursing homes to Majestic Care, a private company known for operating with fewer staff than public facilities.Is Profit Putting Our Vulnerable at Risk?Residents like Carl Schoolcraft—whose granddaughter LaRanda visits daily—rely on these nursing homes as lifelines close to home. For families juggling dementia, mobility challenges, or mental illness, local care isn’t just convenience—it’s essential....