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I think that Woodside Senior Living goes out of their way to give you information you don't have going into this process. Such as; Medicaid and how to afford the costs of the community. They seem to have a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Woodside Senior Living is a single-story, 219-apartment retirement community located in Bedford, a southeastern suburb of Cleveland. Built on 20 acres, the community caters to independent and assisted living residents. Our community offers many inviting common areas and exciting amenities to...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Richmond Heights Place and they have been quite good. Tolerant of my loved one's mental shortcomings. He lives there quite comfortably. The facility is kept clean. My...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We understand how it feels to spend decades taking care of other people. That’s why we think you deserve an opportunity to exchange the stress of household maintenance, chores and isolation for an active and vibrant community of assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation...
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Everything is great for my mom and she is enjoying her self there. She's doing good and she is going on outings. She has made plenty of friends. It is a nice community. It is run by a non-profit catholic...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lighting the way for senior care, Light of Hearts Villa provides premier senior residential living and community outreach services. The community offers compassionate, faith-based, mission-driven and person-centered care that is individualized to meet the special needs of you and your loved...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Vista Springs Ravinia Estate!Welcome to Vista Springs Ravinia Estate, a luxury resort-style retirement community where community members live every day with passion and inspiration. Our Full of Life philosophy transforms expectations of retirement living into experiences that are truly...
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There is good engagement from the staff, but there is frequent turnovers. It is very clean here. The majority of the staff are friendly - the front office, and admin people, and the main nurses are great....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A backdrop of mature trees and a fountain at the front entrance set the stage for the cozy and relaxing environment you’ll discover inside Aberdeen Crossings. Known for providing exceptional care and attentive service, our friendly and compassionate team will get to know you and your...
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My loved one, seems to like the food. They keep my loved one, busy and working with the activies. They enjoy the activities. it's a really nice place, and good value for the money. It's a great place. My...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hamlet Village offers the very best in retirement lifestyles. Our 47- acre campus in the heart of Chagrin Falls offers a wonderful journey through the seasons, contently located near charming village shops and restaurants. With affordable, maintenance — free spacious apartments to choose from,...
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My mother has been in this facility for over 1 year. She feels so at home. The staff is like family to her and our family. We couldn't have picked a better facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Quality senior care in elegant, residential-style surroundings is offered at Governor's Village. Personalized assistance with activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, eating and medication monitoring provides you with security and peace-of-mind. Residents can choose to participate...
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They are short staffed currently and things that are promised are not happening timely. The activities are very oriented to women and are not overly enticing. There are definitely ways they could engage...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The director and staff clearly care about the residents and make the place feel like home for them. I recommend it. They have a lot of activities for residents to enjoy too.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When you choose Kindred Assisted Living the Fountains as your assisted living community, you'll enjoy a beautiful setting located in the heart of Lyndhurst, Ohio. Our manicured lawns, pond, water fountain, and spacious walking areas all create a serene place for you to call home. More so, we're...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My loved one is a resident at Saint Luke's Manor. This facility is perfect for her and we are grateful! It's an Independent Senior Living Facility. I would definitely recommend Saint Luke's Manor to others...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Saint Luke's Manor features several different floor plans many with high ceilings and open floor plans. Modern kitchens with dishwashers, and microwaves. Resident controlled heating and cooling. Residents can stay fit by using our state of the art fitness room, and relax in our inviting Community...
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I moved in Newport Square in Warrensville Hts, OH on [date removed], 2022. Since I moved in, I have contacted the manager several times and she has always been so patient and very professional in answering...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Newport Square, unsurpassed in quality, convenience and specifically designed for adults 55 and over. These gracious, luxury two bedroom ranch-style apartments with attached garage offer the best in one-floor living.Each apartment home boasts over 1,100 square feet of living space with private...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gates Mills Villa ApartmentsMayfield Heights, OhioFloor Plan1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $700/Month2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $800/MonthAmenities and FeaturesBeauty SalonCommunity RoomComputer RoomElevatorFitness CenterLibraryMovie TheaterParkingPet FriendlyUtilities IncludedEqual Housing Opportunity.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Shaker Heights, OH

The average cost of senior living in Shaker Heights is $3,007 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lorain, OH with an average of $2,938 per month.

Independent living costs in Shaker Heights, OH, vs. nearby cities

Shaker Heights, OH
$3,007/mo
$3,347/mo
$2,938/mo

Independent living costs in Shaker Heights, OH, vs. state and national averages

Shaker Heights, OH
$3,007/mo
$3,182/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

Independent living costs in Shaker Heights, OH, vs. other senior living options

$7,021/mo
Independent Living
$3,007/mo

Independent living costs in Shaker Heights, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,910/mo
Studio
$2,995/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,239/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,434/mo

Senior living costs in Shaker Heights vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shaker Heights, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShaker Heights, OHOhioU.S.
Independent Living$3,007/mo$3,182/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$5,712/mo$5,632/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$7,021/mo$6,900/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Shaker Heights, OH:$3,007/mo
Ohio:$3,182/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Shaker Heights, OH:$5,712/mo
Ohio:$5,632/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Shaker Heights, OH:$7,021/mo
Ohio:$6,900/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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Independent living costs in Shaker Heights, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shaker Heights and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Shaker Heights, OH

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shaker Heights have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shaker Heights, OH$3,020/mo$2,857/mo+5.7%
Ohio$2,967/mo$3,012/mo-1.5%
National$3,411/mo$3,314/mo+2.9%
Shaker Heights, OH
2024 average cost:$3,020/mo
2023 average cost:$2,857/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$2,967/mo
2023 average cost:$3,012/mo
Percent change:-1.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,411/mo
2023 average cost:$3,314/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Shaker Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Shaker Heights

Westerly Apartments in Lakewood, OH

4.7
The Westerly has many resources and a community spirit. Maintenance items are addressed professionally and efficiently. I really like my walk in shower with grab bars!

Vitalia Active Adult Community at Solon

4.7
Very friendly staff. Very helpful and compassionate. They need more help in the kitchen. Sometimes there is only 1 chef at dinner.

Lakeside Assisted Living at the Normandy in Rocky River, OH

4.7
My dad always speaks to the quality of the food and availability. My dad never did activities before and does them now. Enjoys himself and recreating with friends. I picked this facility because of the great incentive - fee off per month for 1st 5 months and the fact services are not tiered and ...
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Shaker Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaker Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaker Heights, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shaker Heights independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shaker Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.1%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.9%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
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31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Shaker Heights independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shaker Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.1%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
43.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaker Heights independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Shaker Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.4%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50.9%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.1%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
56.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Deer Creek Lodge, The Villas at King David and Myers Apartments Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaker Heights, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 91 independent living facilities near Shaker Heights, Ohio. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shaker Heights, Ohio are Springwood Luxury Active Adult Living, Independence Village of Avon Lake and Summit Point. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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