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Legacy Place - Parma
7377 Ridge Road, Parma, OH 44129
3.6
(9 reviews)
Awesome staff, always more than willing to help. Not perfect, but very close!! ...
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Assisted Living Communities in Shaker Heights, Ohio
A suburban city to the east of Cleveland, Shaker Heights, OH, and its surrounding areas provide a selection of 210 assisted living residences for seniors who need help with daily activities....
Assisted living costs a 2024 median rate of $4,984 in Shaker Heights — less than Ohio's $5,294 baseline and the nation's $5,350 mid-rate.
Our directory contains 1666 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Shaker Heights, listed below, to help you find suitable care in the city. Reviewers award residences an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars stars.
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Beachwood Commons
3995 Green Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122
3.6
(3 reviews)
My dad moved into Beachwood Commons. If his dialysis hours changed and I needed him transported to dialysis during the day, they would be able to take him to his appointment. I think they might have been a little more affordable. The place is clean. ...
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Alpine House Of Ravenna
7000 State Route 88, Ravenna, OH 44266
3.6
(3 reviews)
Alpine House Of Ravenna is great. I have no complaints at all. I have a nice and spacious apartment with free cable and three meals a day. My clothes are also washed and folded. We have regular activities, such as exercises and games like Bingo and Y...
$841
Regina Health Center
5232 Broadview Rd, Richfield, OH 44286
3.6
(3 reviews)
Regina Health Center had a very solid staff professionally for the nursing and skilled care, and then their rehab and exercise program -- my mom broke her hip in three places and she's 91 -- worked her very well for the six or so weeks, and got her b...
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Stow Glen Assisted Living - CLOSED
4285 kent road, Stow, OH 44224
3.6
(10 reviews)
My mom is in Stow Glen. The experience has been 100% positive. They are incredibly helpful, very kind, very accommodating and understanding. I feel she is safe there. They are personable. It is an employee owned facility, so everyone that works there...
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Eliza Jennings Assisted Living Community at Devon Oaks
2345 Crocker Road, Westlake, OH 44145
3.5
(12 reviews)
I have a friend in Eliza Jennings Assisted Living Community at Devon Oaks. He's been there going on two years now. He is very happy there and he's hard to please. He's doing great there. He loves it. He's very happy with the staff. He's never had a c...
$4,185
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Precious Care Assisted Living Senior Home
8095 Auburn Road, Painesville, OH 44077
3.5
(4 reviews)
Precious Care was recommended to me, and I had placed my father there and doing well. It’s really good for the older folks like my father, and it's always geared towards what they’re capable of plus it’s accessible. ...
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Gateway Family House
1 Gateway Drive, Euclid, OH 44119
3.5
(4 reviews)
Gateway Retirement was reasonably priced. However, it was going through improvements and transitions right now. It was a little worn. But the people there were nice and we had a good experience with them. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The ...
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Regent of Stow
3855 Fishcreek Road, Stow, OH 44224
3.5
(2 reviews)
Regent of Stow was a nice place I would consider acceptable. They have good staff there. They have a good facility. They have a doctor and nurses that they employ. They have a movie theater and a nice dining hall. They play bingo, and they have recre...
$3,750
Tranquility of Copley
2631 Copley Road, Akron, OH 44321
3.3
(3 reviews)
Lorantffy Care Center is a wonderful assisted living facility and I would recommend it to anyone looking to put loved ones into a new home. It is a very clean facility and the residents as well as staff are very friendly in manner and willing to help...
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Grande Pointe Healthcare
3 Merit Dr, Richmond Heights, OH 44143
3.2
(4 reviews)
My sister-in-law is at Grande Pointe Healthcare Community. She seems happy there and they always make sure that she takes her medicine wherever she goes. The only thing is they don't have private rooms. She's in a room with another lady. She's in a l...
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Continuing Healthcare of Cuyahoga Falls
300 East bath road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
3.2
(5 reviews)
Tradition was going through renovation and it was kind of messy but I'm sure when they got the renovation done it's going to be nice. The food was good and my cousin who was there was going on therapy. ...
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Ohio Living Rockynol
1150 W Market St, Akron, OH 44313
3.1
(16 reviews)
This is a beautiful and newish facility. The assisted living staff has been great with my mom even during this horrible pandemic. They are thoughtful and trying to make the best of a very tough situation. The restaurant staff is over the top and d...
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The Gardens at Cuyahoga
45 chart road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
3.0
(12 reviews)
My mom moved to The Gardens at Cuyahoga. They're excellent. They're always cleaning the floors, wiping the tables down, and wiping the walls. The staff is excellent. They are the best. They do drawings. They do bingo. The woman that runs that is exce...
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Copley Health Center
155 HERITAGE WOODS DRIVE, copley, OH 44321
3.0
(1 reviews)
I chose Copley Health Center for my mom because it was the only place I could get her in where she got a private room, and also the cost was reasonable. The physical set-up was very nice, it was clean and modern. But the people who run the place were...
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Northampton Meadows
4572 State Road, Peninsula, OH 44264
3.0
(2 reviews)
Resident rooms are VERY small. The main living areas need updated the furniture looks like its from 1970. There's pretty much NOTHING for the residents to do since they dont even have cable TV. They do not have outings or game days. All they do is si...
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Arbors at Fairlawn The
575 S CLEVELAND MASSILLON ROAD, Fairlawn, OH 44333
3.0
(3 reviews)
My mom has been in Arbors at Fairlawn for two weeks now. It is pretty good. They're just coming back off of COVID, so they're getting a steady pace now. Other than that, they're very good. I just don't like their well water. They have well water out ...
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Legacy Place - Twinsburg
9928 vail drive, Twinsburg, OH 44087
3.0
(6 reviews)
Dad was at Legacy Place - Twinsburg in the nursing care unit while he was doing rehab. The price of the unit was very nice. He was in a private unit, and we brought some of his furniture, and it worked out pretty well. The staff was very responsive. ...
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Parma Care Center
5553 Broadview Rd, Parma, OH 44134
3.0
(10 reviews)
This is a facility that you have got to not judge a book by its cover. The staff here are so lovely, they truly care for the residents and I have never felt fear or uncomfortable having my family member there. The staff do everything in their power t...
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Briarwood The
3700 ENGLEWOOD DRIVE, Stow, OH 44224
3.0
(11 reviews)
My grandmother lives at The Briarwood. The staff are fantastic!! All of the staff are compassionate and caring. The building is always clean. My family and I never smell foul odors. All the residents look clean and well taken care of. My grandma eats...
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
William
1.0
Review of Shaker Gardens
I am a resident of Shaker Gardens. The support staff, nurses, aides, and physical therapy department are the best. I don't eat their food. I shop by myself and eat in my room. I prepare my own...
Assisted Living
James
3.0
Review of The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities
I had lunch at The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities and the food was not adequate and not tasty enough. The staff was very nice and very helpful, but I just didn't seem to find very...
Assisted Living
Yvette
4.0
Review of The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities
I toured The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities. I liked the way the place looked. It was very nice and clean. They have a lot of nice activities. The least I liked would be the size of...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Shaker Heights, OH and Nearby Cities
According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs $366 less in Shaker Heights than the national median. Seniors pay a slightly higher rate in Akron, where care costs $5,390. However, relocating from Shaker Heights to Mansfield saves retirees $741. On the other end of the spectrum, seniors in Lima pay $2,429 more for assisted living than those in Shaker Heights.
Shaker Heights
$4,984
Ohio
$5,294
The United States
$5,350
Akron
$5,390
Mansfield
$4,243
Lima
$7,413
Columbus
$5,348
Paying for Assisted Living in Shaker Heights
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Shaker Heights
Seniors who need help paying assisted living costs can apply for Ohio’s Assisted Living Waiver. Financial assistance is also available through MyCare Ohio and the Ohio Residential State Supplement program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Shaker Heights, OH
Seniors pay less for assisted living than other types of care in Shaker Heights. However, in-home care, costing just $355 more, provides an affordable alternative, enabling retirees to live in their own homes. Seniors looking for extra peace of mind in home health care pay about $6,101, but those needing round-the-clock medical attention pay approximately $8,684 for semi-private nursing home accommodations.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$6,101
Assisted Living Facility
$4,984
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,684
Note: Since data for Shaker Heights is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Cleveland, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Shaker Heights
The Shaker Heights area offers no shortage of free resources to assist seniors. Older adults can turn to one of the region’s many government agencies or nonprofit organizations to access transportation programs, social activities, referral services and much more.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging | (800) 626-7277 | The Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is a one-stop shop for aging resources in Cuyahoga County. Seniors can contact the AAA to learn about or access local resources, such as senior centers, discount programs, legal services and more. The AAA can also help seniors access Medicaid-funded long-term care supports, such as the state’s Assisted Living waiver program. As the long-term care ombudsman, the AAA helps assisted living residents resolve issues with care quality and billing issues. |
| Shaker Heights Senior Services | (216) 491-1295 | The city of Shaker Heights provides many services for its older residents. Adults aged 50 and older can take part in the Recreation Department’s activities and events. Some of the many fun opportunities include luncheons, bingo games and French classes. The department also offers health and wellness programs, including fitness classes and foot care information sessions. During tax season, seniors can stop by the Shaker Heights Public Library for free tax preparation assistance. |
| Senior Transportation Connection | (216) 265-1489 | Senior Transportation Connection is a nonprofit organization that serves Cuyahoga County. Through a partnership with the city of Shaker Heights, it provides affordable rides to residents aged 60 and older. For just $1 each way, Shaker Heights seniors can get rides to medical appointments, grocery stores and the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building. They can travel to other destinations in the Cleveland suburbs for just $5 each way. |
| Greater Cleveland Volunteers | (216) 391-9500 | Greater Cleveland Volunteers is a nonprofit organization that helps adults give back to their communities. Each year, it helps more than 2,000 volunteers find short- or long-term placements. Seniors can take advantage of its programs for older volunteers. Through its Cuyahoga County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), seniors can assist local nonprofits with important initiatives, such as health education, disaster services and economic opportunities. Another option is the AARP Foundation Experience Corps, which pairs seniors with young children in need of tutoring. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Shaker Heights
Shaker Heights-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Ohio are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page for more information about these laws.
