Cuyahoga Falls is located just north of Akron in the northeastern region of Ohio and has 51,000 residents, 17% of whom are seniors. The city is home to Western Reserve Hospital, a general medical and surgical facility that provides inpatient and outpatient services. The city has 273 doctors per capita, about 30% more than the national norm, and health care costs trend about 16% below the nationwide average. Crime is relatively uncommon in this city and the weather is generally favorable, making it a good option for those researching long-term care services.
Cuyahoga Falls also has several nursing homes to accommodate seniors with extensive medical needs. These residential facilities provide personal care, daily meals and recreational activities along with skilled services such as physical and occupational therapies, medication administration and wound care. It’s the costliest long-term care option in the city, with seniors paying starting rates of $8,000, which is more than state and national norms. Seniors who don’t need 24-hour skilled nursing care may consider assisted living or home health care.
This guide provides details on how local nursing home rates compare to those in nearby cities. It also highlights supportive programs for seniors seeking care.
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300 East bath road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44223
3.2
(5 reviews)
"Tradition was going through renovation and it was kind of messy but I'm sure when they got the renovation done it's going to be nice. The food was good and my cousin who was there was going on therapy. ..."
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186 West Bath Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44223
2.7
(6 reviews)
"The Bath Creek Estates staff goes above and beyond caring for my 95-year-old mother. Besides routine care, they genuinely care about her personal well-being. They find ways to calm her, make her laugh, and keep her active with daily activities. My..."
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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..."
READ MORE2728 Bailey Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, 44221
2.3
(3 reviews)
"My mother is in Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls for rehab. We weren't able to go inside with COVID going on. We chose it because we went on the five star recommendations that the hospital gave us. Everyone has been great. She is in quarantine right now, ..."
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3131 Smith Road, Fairlawn, OH, 44333
4.1
(11 reviews)
"The Village of St. Edward was a very nice facility. The staff was wonderful, and I liked everything about their facilities. My aunt has had great care there, they just don't have availability at this point for my other aunt...."
READ MORE120 Brookmont Road, Akron, Ohio 44333, Akron, OH, 44333
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom was at this facility and received very good care. She worked with great therapists to gain her strength back to get her back home. Windsong has new owners and is now a small family owned facility with very personalized care...."
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970 Sumner Parkway, Copley, OH, 44321
3.8
(12 reviews)
"My wife has moved into Concordia at Sumner. It is very good. The facilities are excellent. The staff is very good. The food is very good. My only complaint, and I understand that it is an industry-wide problem, is the staffing. Like over Thanksgiving..."
READ MORE1150 W Market St, Akron, OH, 44313
3.2
(16 reviews)
"Overall, my experience with Rockynol was very positive. My family made the difficult decision to have my Grandmother placed there when she had advanced Alzheimer's and we could no longer care for her at home. Rockynol was clean and nicely decorated..."
READ MORE2910 L'ERMITAGE PL, Stow, OH, 44224
3.1
(12 reviews)
"My mom has been staying at Arbors At Stow for about a week now. So far, I like it, and I think it's the best place for her to be. The staff is really good, and they do follow up calls every week or every two weeks to let you know how the person is do..."
READ MORE2631 Copley Road, Akron, OH, 44321
4.0
(2 reviews)
"This nursing home provided excellent care. They are best suited for a Hungarian population many of the nurses and aids speak several different languages. Their lunch and dinner menus are of Hungarian style their food is excellent. On the sight they o..."
READ MORE3558 Ridgewood Road, Akron, OH, 44313
4.0
(3 reviews)
"My aunt moved into Timberland Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. They are phenomenal, it's an amazing facility, and I couldn't be happier that we can find that for her. They are so kind, it's brand new, the new owner came and re-did the whole ..."
READ MORE456 SEASONS RD, Stow, OH, 44224
"We are very happy with the care my friend is receiving. He has his own private room with a big tv. He likes it there and says he is on permanent vacation. We come and usually hang out with him about twice a week. Sometimes we eat there with him. Last..."
READ MORE4285 KENT RD, Stow, OH, 44224
4.0
(1 reviews)
"They had a great Alzheimer's unit well before they were the norm. A very friendly facility. ..."
READ MORE1134 NORTH AVE, Tallmadge, OH, 44278
3.2
(9 reviews)
"My mother in law was there for about a month suffering from ALS. She had a nurse named Bill who was very attentive, caring , and treated her like family. There were some wonderful aides as well such as Kim. The facility was clean and easy to work wit..."
READ MORE3700 ENGLEWOOD DRIVE, Stow, OH, 44224
3.0
(11 reviews)
"My grandmother lives at The Briarwood. The staff are fantastic!! All of the staff are compassionate and caring. The building is always clean. My family and I never smell foul odors. All the residents look clean and well taken care of. My grandma eats..."
READ MORE444 NORTH MAIN STREET, Akron, OH, 44310
3.7
(3 reviews)
"I've been in this facility for 61/2 weeks now. I still currently a resident. All has been top rate-superior nurses-aids-rehab-food-cleaning staff. I can't say enough about the complete staff. They have made my stay here (scary at first because of wha..."
READ MORE1211 W. Market Street, Akron, OH, 44313
3.3
(6 reviews)
"I am in a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment here in HCR Manor Care. It also has a kitchen, living room and dining room. The staff is helpful and I am satisfied with their care. They have people I can talk to. We are mostly in the same basket so I c..."
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209 MERRIMAN RD, Akron, OH, 44303
2.9
(9 reviews)
"I selfishly kept my Mom there for nine years. Because it was close to me. Basic standard of care was nonexistent with no accountability. I had to covertly extract her for her safety and well being. I will regret keeping her there so long for the rest..."
READ MORE563 COLONY PARK DRIVE, Tallmadge, OH, 44278
3.3
(4 reviews)
"This is older facility however has a lot of repeat business because of how they provide care for residents. The place is clean and taken care of. I visited with my friend's family member and everyone was friendly and helpful. She said that her grand..."
READ MORESeniors in Cuyahoga Falls pay approximately $8,000 per month for shared rooms in nursing homes and $9,193 for private accommodations.
Nursing homes in Cuyahoga Falls charge $8,000 per month for care, which exceeds the state average of $7,300 and the national norm of $7,908. While seniors pay more for care in Cleveland, where rates average $8,395, several other cities provide greater affordability. In Youngstown, costs come in at $7,543, and in Toledo, seniors pay $7,057. In Mansfield, monthly nursing home costs are nearly $1,400 less than in Cuyahoga Falls.
Cuyahoga Falls
$8,000
Ohio
$7,300
United States
$7,908
Youngstown
$7,543
Mansfield
$6,631
Cleveland
$8,395
Toledo
$7,057
Seniors in nursing homes pay $8,000 for semiprivate rooms and $9,193 for private rooms. This is significantly more than the cost of assisted living, which is ideal for those with personal care needs but limited skilled nursing needs and costs $4,993 per month. Seniors who obtain care in their own homes pay $4,052 for basic in-home care and $4,099 for skilled nursing home health care. Those who attend adult day health care pay even more competitive rates of $1,625.
In-Home Care
$4,052
Home Health Care
$4,099
Adult Day Health Care
$1,625
Assisted Living Facility
$4,993
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,000
Nursing Home (private room)
$9,193
Note: Data for Cuyahoga Falls was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Akron, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
While finding the right long-term care option can be confusing, seniors in Cuyahoga Falls have access to several supportive resources that can help. The resource table highlights programs and agencies in the community that can help seniors determine ways to pay for nursing home care or find more affordable alternatives for skilled nursing needs.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities | (800) 421-7277 | The AAA conducts in-home assessments and makes referrals for community-based resources that may help seniors remain in their own homes rather than move to a nursing home. The organization also has transition services for those moving from a nursing home back to their house. |
| Ohio Region 10A Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 365-3112 | The region’s long-term care ombudsman can help seniors and families know what to look for in a nursing home and navigate the move-in process. They can also assist residents with filing complaints regarding inadequate or excessive services, outdated care plans and involuntary discharges. |
| Tri-County Independent Living Center, Inc. | (330) 762-0007 | Tri-County Independent Living Center operates the loan closet program, which provides home modification and mobility equipment for seniors, letting many remain independent at home rather than moving to a nursing facility. Equipment is on loan for up to three months. |
| Ohio Department of Medicaid | (800) 324-8680 | The Ohio Department of Medicaid administers the state’s Medicaid program, which provides health insurance for qualified individuals. This coverage can be used alongside Medicare for nursing home residents, helping them reduce out-of-pocket expenses. To qualify, seniors may need to meet criteria related to their age, financial assets and functional needs. |
| Community Legal Aid | (800) 998-9454 | Community Legal Aid has licensed legal professionals who help seniors apply for public benefits that may help cover nursing home care, including Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security Disability Insurance. |
| Community Action Akron Summit | (330) 376-7730 | The Community Action Program provides mortgage and utility assistance programs, helping qualified seniors remain in their homes and avoid disruptions in utility services or housing payments. It helps individuals file applications for the earned income tax credit, which provides financial benefits for low and moderate-income households. |
| Meals on Wheels of Northeast Ohio | (330) 515-5605 | Meals on Wheels delivers nutritious, freshly prepared meals to seniors in the Cuyahoga Falls region who are otherwise unable to obtain food. The organization also provides home care services such as light housekeeping, chore services and meal preparation. |
Nursing Homes
Laura Marino
5
Review of Bath Creek Estates
The Bath Creek Estates staff goes above and beyond caring for my 95-year-old mother. Besides routine care, they genuinely care about her personal well-being. They find ways to calm her, make her...
Nursing Homes
Chad
4
Review of Falls Village Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
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...
Nursing Homes
Patricia
4
Review of Falls Village Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
My mother moved to Falls Village Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation. We've had nothing but success there, so we're currently both happy with it. She's been there before on a rehab basis, so I've had...
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