Deer Creek Lodge
Assisted Living, Adult Day Care & Independent Living · Beachwood, OH

Deer Creek Lodge

Assisted Living, Adult Day Care & Independent Living · Beachwood, OH

Overview of Deer Creek Lodge

Settling at the peaceful community of King David at Cedar Road, Beachwood, OH, Deer Creek is an idyllic senior living community that offers assisted living. The community features a variety of well-designed and spacious floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Deer Creek Lodge Assisted Living values the independence of its residents, providing them with exceptional care and support tailored to their specific needs and interests.

The community fosters a warm and friendly environment, orchestrating several activities for the seniors’ leisure and wellness including social events, fitness classes, art workshops, and friendly competitions. Savor delicious and nutritious meals carefully prepared to satisfy the residents’ dietary needs. Deer Creek Lodge Assisted Living takes pride in its Jewish heritage, committed to its traditions. Amenities include a King David aquatic and therapy center, a beauty parlor and barbershop, an art studio, activity areas, a library, a computer center, and a media center.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 55 Rank #195 / 307Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 195th out of 307 homes 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 cover every community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. 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.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #435 / 675Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 435th out of 675 homes 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 cover every community we track in Ohio that reports data for that category. 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyCuyahoga

Ownership & Operating Entity

Deer Creek Lodge is administered by Pam Hennie.

Policies

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

Contact Information

Fax(216) 831-5492

Contact Deer Creek Lodge

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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. OH average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Ohio average:
• Total citations (14% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 87 This facility has 14% more total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (8 vs. OH avg 7).↑ 14% worse

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

97 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

94 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

81 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

85 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

87 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

85 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

79 / 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

72 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

76 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

83 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

83 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

73 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

75 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

67 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

52 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Deer Creek Lodge

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 2.9
Several times a week 31.4
Once a week 20.0
Two to three times a month 14.3
Once a month 5.7
Few times a year 25.7

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

Places of interest near Deer Creek Lodge

Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Beachwood's city center to Deer Creek Lodge's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Beachwood

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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>
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The Villas at King David Center
AL
IL
MC
Beachwood
118
Facility 118
OH AVG 75
Rank #47 / 307
Yes
33
Facility 33
OH AVG 42
Rank #422 / 675
Private Rooms / Shared RoomsLisa Massey
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #123 / 190
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Deer Creek Lodge
AL
ADC
IL
Beachwood
55
Facility 55
OH AVG 75
Rank #195 / 307
Yes
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 42
Rank #435 / 675
1 Bed / 2 BedPam Hennie
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #63 / 190
8
Facility 8
OH AVG 2
Rank #136 / 172
Helen‘s Place
AL
ADC
RC
Beachwood-No
33
Facility 33
OH AVG 42
Rank #422 / 675
Private Rooms / Shared Rooms---

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Deer Creek Lodge is located in Beachwood, 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 Deer Creek Lodge

Is Deer Creek Lodge in a walkable area?

Deer Creek Lodge has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Deer Creek Lodge?

Yes, Deer Creek Lodge allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Deer Creek Lodge?

The team at Deer Creek Lodge can be reached at BHOLZHEIMER@DEERCREEKLODGE.ORG.

Who is the administrator of Deer Creek Lodge?

Pam Hennie is the administrator of Deer Creek Lodge.

How many beds does Deer Creek Lodge have?

Deer Creek Lodge has 55 beds.

Has Deer Creek Lodge had any citations?

Deer Creek Lodge has had 8 reported citations according to records from Ohio Department of Aging (ODA).

Are there photos of Deer Creek Lodge?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Deer Creek Lodge in the photo gallery on this page.

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