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StoryPoint Shaker Heights
17000 Van Aken Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44120
"My sister moved into here. The place is beautiful. The rooms are small, like all of them, but it's very clean. When you...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,095
Assisted Living Communities in Shaker Heights, OH
A suburban city to the east of Cleveland, Shaker Heights, OH, and its surrounding areas...
provide a selection of 169 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 2085 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 3.6 out of 5 stars stars.
169 Providers
The Woodlands by Heritage Retirement Communities
16333 Chagrin Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44120
"I went here. I was impressed with that. I liked the fact that it was very intimate. The memory care was on the third...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,600
Rose Senior Living - Beachwood
23611 Harvard Road , Beachwood, OH 44122
"I toured Rose Senior Living Beachwood. They were very clean. They have all the amenities. They have cooking and bathing...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,895
Nurturing Care Warrensville Heights
4701 Wolverton Dr, Cleveland, OH 44128
Nurturing Care in Warrensville Heights, OH offers a cozy, intimate care option for seniors who need assistance with...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,500
Deer Creek Lodge
27070 Cedar Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122
"I had lunch at Deer Creek Lodge and it was OK. The facility was very nice. The people and the staff were really...
Assisted Living
$3,000
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Alpine House of Maple Heights
5500 Northfield Rd. , Maple Heights, OH 44137
"I toured Alpine House of Maple Heights and talked with the administrator, Michael. He was the initial contact for...
Assisted Living
$864
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Forest Hills Place
3151 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
"Forest Hills Place has two different buildings and one was for memory care at different levels. I spoke with a couple of...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,000
Villas at King David
27090 Cedar Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122
"Villas at King David was an excellent facility. They had the dining room and a nice bedroom or studio apartment with a...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,000
Woodside Senior Living
19455 Rockside Road, Bedford, OH 44146
"My friend is living at Woodside Senior Living. It is a very nice facility. She has a really nice place, and they have...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,500
Marymount Place
5100 Marymount Village Dr., Garfield Heights, OH 44125
Marymount Place, located at 5100 Marymount Village Drive in Garfield Heights, Ohio, is a three-story Dutch Colonial...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,060
Cedar Living at Mayfield Heights
30091 Cedar Road, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
"I was guardian of an elderly patient. He was transferred from another facility. I cannot say enough good things about...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,500
Heritage of Lyndhurst
1555 Brainard Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
Heritage of Lyndhurst, located at 1555 Brainard Road in Lyndhurst, Ohio, offers assisted living and memory care...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,200
The Woods at Solon Pointe
5625 Emerald Ridge Pkwy, Solon, OH 44139
"The Woods at Solon Pointe was a very nice facility. The food was delicious. It was like gourmet restaurant quality and...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,100
The Ashton of Mayfield Heights
6200 Landerhaven, Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
"My father has moved here. They were very personable, the care workers are hands-on and attentive to my father. As a...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,550
Richmond Heights Senior Living
562 Richmond Rd, Richmond Heights, OH 44143
"Richmond Heights Place looked clean, and the staff was very friendly. We were able to walk around, while some of the...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+2
$4,800
Vista Springs Ravinia Estate
6046 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH 44131
"I toured Vista Springs Ravinia Estate. It was nice. The staff was good. The food was good. But all their clienteles were...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,750
Heritage at Walton Hills
18851 Dellwood Dr, Walton Hills, OH 44146
A Home environment for seniors who need some assistance with daily living but don't want to live in a large Nursing...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,000
Vitalia Senior Residences of Solon
6050 Kruse Dr , Solon, OH 44139
"Vitalia Senior Residences of Solon was very large, but I did like it. The facility was very clean. The staff was just...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,830
Vitalia Rockside - Active Adult Community
6100 Lombardo Center South , Seven Hills, OH 44131
"We toured Vitalia Rockside - Active Adult Community. We viewed everything. The directors toured us around. We saw the...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,330
Vitalia Highland Heights
305 Bishop Rd, Highland Heights, OH 44143
"Vitalia Highland Heights is a brand-new facility. They just opened. I was very impressed with the independent living...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,430
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Lashawn
4.0
Review of StoryPoint Shaker Heights
I toured StoryPoint Shaker Heights. The place is beautiful. The decorations are beautiful. The care they give the people is beautiful, but it has a small stench. That's a new building, and it...
Provider response
Hi Lashawn, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the beauty of our community, the décor, and the care our team provides. Regarding the experience you...
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...
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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.
