A suburban city to the east of Cleveland, Shaker Heights, OH, and its surrounding areas provide a selection of 208 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 1611 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 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
208 Results
563 W STREETSBORO ROAD, Hudson, OH 44236
2.8
(5 reviews)
"Hudson Elms is amazing. Dorina really out do herself. My moms transition from Assisted living to SKill. I can admit, I was very nervous about her care. Mom did not want o go anywhere, She wanted to stay here, her home. The staff on both sides are am..."
READ MORE5553 Broadview Rd, Parma, OH 44134
2.7
(9 reviews)
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about this facility. The entire staff is attentive, caring, and excellent at their jobs. Those nurses do not miss a beat and are always right on top of every situation. There is a happy and helpful air about the p..."
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6455 Pearl Rd, parma heights, OH 44130
2.7
(29 reviews)
"visited a friend staff was amazing and building was very clean...my friend raved about therapy team and nursing staff :):)..."
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14900 Private Drive, Cleveland, OH 44112
2.6
(19 reviews)
"Before my father passed away, he was at McGregor Home. We chose this facility because it was close to home. Also we had a good review from the hospital that he was in. My overall experience with this place was excellent. The staff was very good too. ..."
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7260 RIDGE RD, Parma, OH 44129
2.6
(18 reviews)
"The rooms are clean and each room has a beautiful view of the scenery outside. staff is friendly and courteous. The food is very good.The care is great.The activities offered is outstanding...."
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2610 East Aurora Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087
2.6
(23 reviews)
"I liked that the rooms at Grande Village Suites were very big, clean, and roomy. They have a full kitchen, a refrigerator, microwave, stove, and dishwasher. The price was good. My mom will be paying half of the price of what she's paying now. They ta..."
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330 BROADWAY EAST, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
2.5
(6 reviews)
"We transferred my dad to Falls Village Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation. It's a clean facility and it's good, but he complains about not getting service when he pushes his button. They leave him in his diapers for 42 hours before they change him. The..."
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7040 Hepburn Road, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
2.4
(36 reviews)
"I'm at Parkside Villa right now. Their rehab is really, really good. I really like the rehab. The people in here are growing on me, but I've got to get out of here anyway. This is a nursing home, and I got to be in assisted living. The staff are real..."
READ MORE2801 East Royalton Road, Broadview Heights, OH 44147
2.2
(8 reviews)
"Beautiful renovated facility! Friendly staff and excellent management!..."
READ MORE12340 bass lake road, Chardon, OH 44024
1.8
(6 reviews)
"The staff and especially the therapists were excellent! I went to Heather Hill unable to stand or walk, and ten weeks later I walked out under my own power. I highly recommend them. I am very grateful to the people of Heather Hill for helping me get ..."
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1140 south hawkins avenue, Akron, OH 44320
1.0
(3 reviews)
"Staff is ok. Place isn't cleaned often & the meals are served in basically kiddie portions. I wouldn't recommend anyone to send a family to live there or let alone work there. The people also only care about getting their money at the end of the day ..."
READ MORE7377 Ridge Rd, Parma, OH 44129
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Ohio Department of Health Long-Term Care..."
READ MORE8920 Carnegie Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106
"Antioch Towers Senior Apartments is a senior living community in Cleveland, OH, located directly across the road from Cleveland Children's H..."
READ MORE13500 Ridge Rd, Cleveland, OH 44133
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Ohio Department of Health Long-Term Care..."
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280 N. Commons Boulevard, Mayfield, OH 44143
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Ohio Department of Health Long-Term Care..."
READ MORE37819 euclid avenue, Willoughby, OH 44094
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READ MORE340 Southwest Ave, Tallmadge, OH 44278
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Ohio Department of Health Long-Term Care..."
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3800 Park Ave, Beachwood, OH 44122
"Welcome to Park East Center! Park East is a dually certified 218-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Beachwood, Ohio. O..."
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7395 Rockingham Road, Mentor, OH 44060
"Haven Home prides itself on being a home, not a facility. It is located in the heart of Old Mentor on a residential tree-lined street. All..."
READ MORE263 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308
"The Mayflower Manor Apartments for low-income seniors 55 and older is located in the renovated Mayflower Hotel in Akron, once a celebrity A-..."
READ MOREAccording 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
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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
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:Â Since data for Shaker Heights is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Cleveland, instead.
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.Â
| 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. |
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.
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...
Assisted Living
Rita
4.0
Review of The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities
My friend will be moving into The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities. They have remodeled it and it's up to date. They had the new modern chandeliers and new carpets. It was nice. They...
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