HappyToBeHome
5215 Parkside Trail, Solon, OH, 44139
"Welcome to HappyToBeHome. A 5 bedroom home in a quaint residential area located in Solon, Ohio. Owned and operated by a nurse. Our home-li..."
READ MOREOlder adults who want to remain active in their community but need or want some extra help with daily activities may be good candidates for assisted living. These facilities feature residential rooms or apartments, housekeeping and laundry services, meals and recreational programs, along with personal care services as needed. The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey discloses that in Cleveland Heights, these facilities charge $3,950 per month, making it among the most affordable options in the state for care.
This guide provides more information on assisted living costs in Cleveland Heights and how they compare to rates in other cities as well as other local senior care options. It also breaks down the benefits and drawbacks of living here and the free resources available to older residents.Â
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5215 Parkside Trail, Solon, OH, 44139
"Welcome to HappyToBeHome. A 5 bedroom home in a quaint residential area located in Solon, Ohio. Owned and operated by a nurse. Our home-li..."
READ MORE1555 Brainard Rd., Lyndhurst, OH, 44124
"If you need a little extra help with your daily tasks, our assisted living services may be just what you need. Our acclaimed staff are atten..."
READ MORECaring's Family Advisors are here to help you with questions about senior living and care options.
The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Regulatory Operations licenses and regulates assisted living facilities in Cleveland Heights. These facilities are officially known as residential care facilities, and they’re subject to unannounced inspections to ensure compliance with state-mandated regulations.Â
Assisted living facilities in Cleveland Heights charge approximately $3,950 per month for services. This is considerably cheaper than the state median of $4,350 and the national rate of $4,300, making it a financially viable option for those with budgetary considerations. Â Â
With monthly assisted living fees coming in at $3,950, Cleveland Heights is among the most economical cities in Ohio for this type of care. Across the state, fees tend to be higher, with Cincinnati having the highest monthly assisted living rates of $4,750. In Canton, care costs are a little lower at $4,633, and in Columbus, seniors pay $4,500.Â
Cleveland Heights
$3,950
Ohio
$4,350
The United States
$4,300
Canton
$4,633
Columbus
$4,500
Cincinnati
$4,750
Assisted living is among the most affordable senior care options in Cleveland Heights, with facilities charging approximately $3,950 per month for services. The only cheaper option is adult day health care at $1,246, in which seniors live in their own homes and obtain daytime personal care services in a community setting. Seniors who live in their own homes may also opt for homemaker services, which include personal care, housekeeping and meal preparation for $4,362 per month, or home health aide services, which also include some skilled nursing services and are costlier at $4,410. Nursing home care is the most expensive option at $7,848 per month for a shared room and $8,745 for a private room. Â
Homemaker Services
$4,362
Home Health Aide
$4,410
Adult Day Health Care
$1,246
Assisted Living Facility
$3,950
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,745
Note:Â Care cost data for Cleveland Heights was not available, so data for the closest city, Cleveland, was used instead.Â
Seniors in Cleveland Heights can take advantage of Ohio’s Medicaid system and the Assisted Living Waiver Program. This program covers the cost of care, but expects applicants to use their finances to pay for room and board. There are only a limited number of spots available, so qualified applicants could spend time on a waitlist.
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 in Cleveland Heights have the support of several local nonprofit organizations that provide free and low-cost services that help them make informed decisions regarding their care. The following resources help seniors determine whether assisted living is right for them, find ways to finance their care and address legal issues that arise. Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Senior Activity Center | (216) 691-7377 | The Senior Activity Center is operated by the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. It hosts a range of activities such as art classes, book discussions, games and Wii Bowling. Members also participate in wellness programs, including strength training, tai chi and yoga. |
Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging | (800) 626-7277 | The local AAA administers a broad range of services, including free health insurance options counseling, long-term care advocacy, transportation and nutrition programs. The agency also has specialists who connect seniors with supportive services in the community through information and referrals. |
Cuyahoga County Veterans Service Commission | (216) 698-2600 | The county’s Veterans Service Commission helps veterans obtain benefits that they’re entitled to, including programs that can help cover assisted living expenses such as the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit and pension programs. |
Office on Aging | (216) 691-7377 | The city’s Office on Aging administers a variety of programs to meet the needs of older adults in the community. Services that it provides include blood pressure checks, flu shots, benefits eligibility screenings and legal consultations. It also assists with filing state income taxes. |
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland | (216) 687-1900 | Legal Aid Society of Cleveland provides free legal aid to those aged 60 and over. Through this office, older adults obtain assistance with resolving issues related to Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security benefits. The office can also advocate on behalf of assisted living residents on issues related to the quality of care they receive. Assistance is available in several languages to serve the region’s diverse population. |
Cleveland 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.
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