Brookdale Alliance

Brookdale Alliance

Overview of Brookdale Alliance

Settling in the tranquil community of South Sawburg Road, Alliance, OH, Brookdale Alliance is an extraordinary senior living community that provides assisted living. Featuring a selection of graceful and well-designed suites, the community promises comfortable and secure accommodation. Residents receive the right amount of care and assistance around the clock with an understanding and dedicated team.

Brookdale Alliance promotes a bright and friendly environment, paving the way for seniors to explore new interests and reignite their passions. Cook your meals privately or enjoy healthy and delicious meals served at the community dining room with friends. The pet-friendly community surpasses expectations to better improve its residents’ wellness and provide them with the best place for relaxation with its enchanting amenities including a beauty and barbershop, a courtyard and garden, a whirlpool, a library, a greenhouse, parking spaces, and transportation.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 42 Rank #157 / 219Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 157th out of 219 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Ohio facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #3 / 104Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 3rd out of 104 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Ohio facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
48 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #287 / 425Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 287th out of 425 assisted living communities we track in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
28 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$4,305/Month

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyStark

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Alliance is administered by Tara Gotshall.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Policies

Pets Allowed
No Smoking
Alcohol Allowed
Honor DO NOT Resuscitate
Family Council Available

Leadership

Director of NursingDAWN COLLINS

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Contact Information

Fax(330) 821-5587

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Gardening
Dining
Landscaped Grounds
Whirlpool
Activities
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Brookdale Alliance.
Food DescriptionMeals are made from scratch daily by an experienced culinary team, accommodating special dietary requests.
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Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsSuite
Room Sizes288 - 360 sq. ft.
Building TypeSingle-story

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Inspection History

In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

87 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

85 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

96 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

83 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

93 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

91 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

78 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

80 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

Family satisfaction survey results

The Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University conducts a satisfaction survey among residents' family members, friends and guardians to assess quality of care and life.

Average score

77 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

81 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

74 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

91 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

80 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

82 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

66 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

69 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Brookdale Alliance

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 0.0
Several times a week 33.3
Once a week 22.2
Two to three times a month 11.1
Once a month 5.6
Few times a year 27.8

Type of Rooms Available

Suite
Suite
Suite
1 / 4
Suite
1
288 - 360 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Alliance

Studio with Bath
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Studio with Bath

Places of interest near Brookdale Alliance

Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Alliance's city center to Brookdale Alliance's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.82 miles to nearest hospital (Aultman Alliance Community Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Alliance

Info below is compiled from the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
A score out of 100 based on in-person interviews with residents, conducted by an independent third party on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging. Residents are asked about staff, activities, meals, administration, and overall experience. <em>Source: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator</em>
Copeland Oaks Rest Home
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Sebring
126
Facility 126
OH AVG 68
Rank #17 / 219
Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 41
Rank #123 / 425
--Robert Cameron
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #52 / 180
Brookdale Alliance
AL
Alliance
42
Facility 42
OH AVG 68
Rank #157 / 219
Yes
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 41
Rank #287 / 425
SuiteA+Tara Gotshall
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #60 / 180

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other OH assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Brookdale Alliance is located in Alliance, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OH

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OH

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OH

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OH

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
OH

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Alliance

Who is the Director of Nursing at Brookdale Alliance?

Dawn Collins is the Director of Nursing at Brookdale Alliance.

Is Brookdale Alliance in a walkable area?

Brookdale Alliance has a walk score of 28. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Brookdale Alliance been in business?

Brookdale Alliance has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Brookdale Alliance have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Alliance on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Alliance?

Yes, Brookdale Alliance allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Brookdale Alliance?

The team at Brookdale Alliance can be reached at TARGOT@BROOKDALE.COM.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Alliance?

Tara Gotshall is the administrator of Brookdale Alliance.

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