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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rocky River, OH for 2024

 

Situated along Lake Erie's southern shore, Rocky River is a Cleveland suburb with nine City parksan independent public library and a National Council on Aging-accredited senior center. Seniors 65 and older account for an above-average 24.1% of the suburb's 21,346 residents.

Assisted living facilities in Rocky River provide personal care, meal preparation, transportation and housekeeping services. These communities serve seniors seeking maintenance-free residential accommodation and some support with everyday activities, such as bathing, dressing and medication reminders. The average cost of assisted living in Rocky River is $4,940 per month—higher than the Ohio average of $4,635 and the U.S. average of $4,500.

In addition to highlighting some benefits Rocky River affords assisted living facility residents, this guide breaks down options for covering the cost of long-term care services. It also provides information about the agency that regulates residential care facilities in the city.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Rocky River

The Bureau of Regulatory Operations at the Ohio Department of Health licenses and regulates assisted living facilities in Rocky River and throughout Ohio. Bureau officials conduct unannounced inspections at each licensed care facility at least once every 15 months to check all care and services adhere to state laws and rules.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Rocky River

 

  • Both violent and property crime rates are lower than national rates by over 65%, making Rocky River a comparatively safe U.S. city for retirees and their assets. What's more, assisted living communities typically employ their own security measures, such as CCTV and electronic access controls, to enhance resident safety.

 

  • Rocky River is part of Cuyahoga County, which is a member of the AARP Age-Friendly Network with an above-average overall livability score of 54. AARP's livability scores indicate how well an area serves residents of all ages, but especially seniors, across seven domains, including housing, transportation, health, environment and engagement.

 

 

  • Rocky River's climate has distinct warm and cold seasons, but temperature extremes below 7 degrees Fahrenheit or above 89 degrees Fahrenheit are rare. Annual highs average 81 degrees Fahrenheit and annual lows average 23 degrees Fahrenheit. Every month of the year experiences some rainfall, but assisted living facilities organize indoor and outdoor activities to ensure seniors have year-round recreation opportunities.

 

  • While housing and food prices in Rocky River are slightly higher than U.S. averages, the overall cost of living is 17% below the national average. Assisted living residents, in particular, may benefit from the city's comparatively low health care costs, which are around 6% lower than the Ohio state norm and 17.2% lower than the U.S. average.

 

  • Social Security, railroad retirement and military retirement benefits are free from state income tax across Ohio.

Paying for Assisted Living in Rocky River

 

Seniors pay a monthly average of $4,940 for assisted living services in Rocky River.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities in Rocky River charge around $4,940 monthly for services, which is 6.6% above the Ohio statewide average and 9.8% higher than the nationwide norm. However, the cost of assisted living in nearby cities is relatively similar. For instance, seniors in Akron pay just $53 per month more than in Rocky River, while those in Canton pay $35 less. Average costs in Mansfield and Youngstown are cheaper than in Rocky River by 2.9% and 4.1%, respectively.

Rocky River

$4,940

Ohio

$4,635

United States

$4,500

Akron

$4,993

Youngstown

$4,738

Canton

$4,905

Mansfield

$4,798

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Averaging $4,940 monthly, assisted living is one of the most affordable types of senior care in Rocky River. Seniors who stay home to receive skilled nursing services or professional assistance with everyday activities pay an extra $256 per month, on average, for home health care or in-home care services. Meanwhile, a semi-private room in a nursing home facility providing comprehensive medical and personal care is around 70% pricier than assisted living. At the other end of the scale, adult day health care, suitable for seniors who don't require residential care, is about 63.8% cheaper than assisted living.

In-Home Care

$5,196

Home Health Care

$5,196

Adult Day Health Care

$1,788

Assisted Living Facility

$4,940

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$4,940

Note: Data for Rocky River was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Cleveland, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Rocky River

Rocky River seniors can receive financial support from both the Ohio Residential State Supplement and Assisted Living Waiver Program to pay for ALF services.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Ohio page.

Financial Assistance in Ohio

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Rocky River

Rocky River and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Rocky River, please visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Rocky River

 

Rocky River Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Ohio are required to follow. Visit ourAssisted Living in Ohio page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Ohio

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Reginald

I visited this facility

Review of Rockport Retirement Community

The staff from Rockport Retirement Community appeared to be extremely helpful. The room was clean. There was a bathroom and a kitchen area with a sink and a refrigerator. They had a dining area...

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Assisted Living

ReviewerRD#0926e

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Bickford of Rocky River

My friend has moved into Bickford of Rocky River. The reason we chose them is because of the speed at which I could get him in there, and it seemed to be very beneficial to him, and in fact, it is....

Provider response

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. While it appears we met your expectations in some regard, we are always open to feedback from resident families to help us improve. Please...

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Assisted Living

J.S.

I visited this facility

Review of Rocky River Village formerly known as Harbor Court

I toured Rocky River Village. The sample room they showed me was very nice. I didn't see a lot of staff there. It seemed like the ratio of people to staff wasn't particularly high from my own...

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