An inner-ring suburb of Cleveland, Shaker Heights is home to an estimated 27,027 people, including about 4,970 seniors. The small city is known for the charming Colonial and revival structures throughout its Shaker Village Historic District. The scenic community boasts a very low crime rate and tax policies that benefit older residents. Everything Cleveland has to offer — including its world-class medical facilities — is just a short drive away.
Active seniors who find themselves in need of help with day-to-day activities may consider moving into one of the area’s assisted living facilities. In these homelike settings, residents enjoy the company of other seniors while receiving the daily support they need. Shaker Heights seniors pay an average of $3,950 per month for assisted living, Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey revealed, which is affordable compared to state and national figures.
In this guide, seniors will find details about assisted living in Shaker Heights, including how much it costs and the benefits of living in the city.
17000 Van Aken Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH, 44120
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My sister moved into HarborChase of Shaker Heights. The place is beautiful. The rooms are small, like all of them, but it's very clean. When you walk in the door of their restaurant, it's almost like a restaurant. So, you don't get a lot of the sm..."
READ MORE3550 Northfield Road, Shaker Heights, OH, 44122
4.0
(2 reviews)
"I'm going to choose Shaker Gardens Nursing & Rehab Center for my uncle because that was the only one I kept calling that would accept him. The place was good, they're nice and everything and it looked like any other ones I've been to. The staf..."
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19455 Rockside Road, Bedford, OH, 44146
4.0
(47 reviews)
"I went to Woodside Senior Living. I loved it. When I walked in they had a full entertainment on a Tuesday afternoon, which blew me away, and so I was pleasantly surprised and pleased. Then I was really shocked at how large and how expansive the fa..."
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200 Hamlet Hills Drive, Chagrin Falls, OH, 44022
4.2
(19 reviews)
"Hamlet at Chagrin Falls was very nice. People were caring and they had a lot of activities going on. That would be the best place for my parents if we went. They would have their own apartment. Everything was kept clean and the carpet looked nice."
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261 Richmond Road, Richmond Heights, OH, 44143
4.4
(14 reviews)
"The Waterford at Richmond Heights was the finest facility I toured. The staff was very hospitable to me as a visitor, and polite. What I observed with the care of their patients was very high level. Even without extensive cleaning, I thought the r..."
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6200 Landerhaven, Mayfield Heights, OH, 44124
4.6
(12 reviews)
"Anthology of Mayfield Heights was beautiful. At the moment, I would love to go there. It was an enjoyable tour. The apartments were very beautiful. They were big, they had a whole kitchen, and they had big windows, which was nice. You would not fe..."
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283 union street, Bedford, OH, 44146
5.0
(6 reviews)
"My sister has moved into Light of Hearts Villa. It's a faith-based community. It was formed by the Sisters of Charity, which appealed to my sister. They're into Bible study and their whole attitude is not all about money, so that appealed to us ve..."
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27090 Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH, 44122
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My dad has been at Stone Gardens for 17 months--before covid, it was a dynamic, interactive facility, with full capabilities from music, news oriented programming, exercise, movies, happy hour mingling--exactly what you would want for your active..."
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5500 Northfield Rd. , Maple Heights, OH, 44137
4.4
(8 reviews)
"Alpine House of Maple Heights is assisted living. It's a smaller dwelling that's more secure than where my father is now, so I give them props on the security. The food comes with the rent so you don't have to pay extra for meals, so I give them c..."
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3151 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118
4.1
(11 reviews)
"Forest Hills Place was a very nice facility. The staff walked us through all the areas. She was nice. They have the single rooms, which they call something else. There were one-bedroom and studio apartments. They had an activity calendar posted on..."
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820 E Danwood Dr., Seven Hills, OH, 44131
5.0
(1 reviews)
"https://heritage-rc.com/# Located in the Cleveland suburb of Seven Hills, this beautifully appointed, spacious ranch-style house sits on ..."
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14850 Private Drive, Cleveland, OH, 44112
5.0
(1 reviews)
"When it comes to finding the right lifestyle choice, discover McGregor’s gracious hospitality and amenities– an experience that works for yo..."
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6100 Lombardo Center South , Seven Hills, OH, 44131
5.0
(1 reviews)
"worry free living, housekeeping, open dining, transportation, activities, foresight "
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23611 Harvard Road , Beachwood, OH, 44122
4.3
(6 reviews)
"I toured Rose Senior Living - Beachwood last January. We're just waiting on the Veterans Aid Services. The staff was really helpful. They answered everything that we needed. All in all, it was really pleasant. It was spotless. I didn't see one spe..."
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6050 Kruse Dr , Solon, OH, 44139
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I went to Vitalia Senior Residences of Solon. I talked with one of the admissions people, but they were way out of our price range. The staff members were very friendly from the tours that I took. I didn't get to see them interact with anybody. I ..."
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16333 Chagrin Blvd, Cleveland, OH, 44120
4.4
(5 reviews)
"The Woodlands of Shaker Heights was very nice and the people are very caring and told us all the information we needed to know. The apartments were very nice. The dining area and sitting room were wonderful. The staff was very nice and helpful, fr..."
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30091 Cedar Road, Mayfield Heights, OH, 44124
4.5
(2 reviews)
"The Mission of Aria Senior Living is to enrich the social, physical and emotional well-being of seniors through meaningful relationships and..."
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6046 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH, 44131
3.8
(5 reviews)
"We like our tour of Vista Springs Ravinia Estate. It looks very new, it was very clean, and the rooms were very nice. The amenities were good, and they have an outdoor space in front of the building, there's a courtyard, and it was woodsy around. ..."
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5625 Emerald Ridge Pkwy, Solon, OH, 44139
3.1
(7 reviews)
"The Woods at Solon Pointe was a very nice facility. The food was delicious. It was like gourmet restaurant quality and worthy of being paid for. The people working there were very nice. They just couldn't accommodate both my in-laws. There's a lot..."
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27070 Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH, 44122
"The good things you envision for your future years are made possible at Wiggins Place; a warm, inviting community with many choices in activ..."
READ MOREAssisted living communities in Shaker Heights are licensed as residential care facilities by the Ohio Department of Health. Licensed facilities must follow all state laws and regulations. The department conducts unannounced inspections on a nine-to-15 month cycle to ensure facilities are in compliance with the laws.
Seniors in the Cleveland suburb of Shaker Heights enjoy below-average rates for assisted living, according to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. The average cost in the city is $3,950 per month, while seniors are paying $4,350 statewide and $4,300 nationwide.
Many cities in northern Ohio have higher assisted living prices than Shaker Heights. Seniors in nearby Canton pay $4,633 per month, while the Akron average is even higher at $4,875. To the west in Toledo, costs are similarly high at $4,779 per month. With an average cost of $3,750 per month, Mansfield offers the region’s lowest assisted living prices.
Shaker Heights
$3,950
Ohio
$4,350
The United States
$4,300
Canton
$4,633
Akron
$4,875
Toledo
$4,779
Mansfield
$3,570
Seniors who are considering assisted living may be interested in comparing the costs of other long-term care options. At $1,246 per month, adult day health care is the least expensive choice. Seniors who prefer to receive homemaker assistance pay $4,362 per month, and slightly more at $4,410 if they need home health aide services. Nursing home facilities charge monthly fees of $7,848 for semiprivate and $8,745 for private rooms.
Homemaker Services
$4,362
Home Health Aide
$4,410
Adult Day Health Care
$1,246
Assisted Living Facility
$3,950
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,848
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,745
Note: Care cost data for Shaker Heights was not available, so data for the closest city, Cleveland, was used instead.
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.
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. |
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.
