Sharonbrooke
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Newark, OH
Sharonbrooke
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Newark, OH
Overview of Sharonbrooke
If you’re looking for a place that feels like a natural extension of home, Sharonbrooke has been a staple in Newark’s Licking County since 1987. It’s pretty impressive that they were the first freestanding assisted living facility in Ohio. The community is located at 920 Sharon Valley Road and has a solid 109-bed capacity. Honestly, the location is a big plus; with a Walk Score of 79, you’re in a neighborhood where running errands on foot is actually doable, and Licking Memorial Hospital is just a short 1.8-mile drive away.
Clinical care here is led by the Director of Nursing, Elizabeth Shipman. The team covers both assisted living and memory care for those managing dementia, so there’s a range of support depending on what your family needs. The base monthly cost starts at $1,350, and since they accept the Ohio Assisted Living Waiver, it’s a realistic option if you’re navigating Medicaid. Every private room comes equipped with a kitchenette, a bathroom, and an emergency call system, which adds a necessary layer of security without feeling institutional.
Wellness feels integrated into the daily rhythm rather than just an afterthought. You have an on-staff doctor working directly with licensed nurses and aides, plus transportation services available for medical appointments or just getting out and about. On-site, you’ll find three restaurant-style meals served daily, a salon and barber shop, and quieter spaces like the chapel, garden, and courtyard. The social calendar stays pretty active, too, with things like live music, baking, and storytelling sessions.
Sharonbrooke has spent nearly four decades figuring out how to support Licking County families by creating a space that feels safe, active, and genuinely welcoming. Whether you need a bit of daily assistance or more specialized memory support, it’s a grounded, reliable place to consider for this next stage of life.
109-bed community Rank #56 / 307Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 79 / 100 Rank #29 / 675Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyLicking
Certificationscertified provider of the assisted living waiver program
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingElizabeth Shipman
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Email
atwyman@sharonbrooke.com
Fax(740) 364-0567
Pets not allowed
Salon
Spa
Chapel
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activitiescrafts, reminiscing
Wellness Programcrafts, singing, baking, storytelling, reminiscing
Religious Services
Starting Price$1350 per month
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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.
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.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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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>
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Otterbein SeniorLife | AL HC HOS IL MC NH SNF | Lebanon | 154
Facility
154
OH AVG
75
Rank
#10 / 307 | Yes | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
| Sharonbrooke | AL MC | Newark | 109
Facility
109
OH AVG
75
Rank
#56 / 307 | No |
79
Facility
79
OH AVG
42
Rank
#29 / 675 | - | - | - | - | 0 | - |
| Locust Ridge | AL MC NH RC SNF | Williamsburg | 61
Facility
61
OH AVG
75
Rank
#173 / 307 | No | - | Private Rooms | A+ | - | - | 18
Facility
18
OH AVG
2
Rank
#153 / 172 | 4.5 |
| Brookdale Westlake Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Westlake | 60
Facility
60
OH AVG
75
Rank
#176 / 307 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
OH AVG
42
Rank
#503 / 675 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Suzanne Nall | 86
Facility
86
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#81 / 190 | 7
Facility
7
OH AVG
2
Rank
#135 / 172 | 1.8 |
| The Knolls of Oxford | AL IL MC NH SNF | Oxford | 50
Facility
50
OH AVG
75
Rank
#213 / 307 | Yes | - | Private / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed Rooms | - | Laura Lacy | 92
Facility
92
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#19 / 190 | 4
Facility
4
OH AVG
2
Rank
#105 / 172 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sharonbrooke
Who is the Director of Nursing at Sharonbrooke?
Elizabeth Shipman is the Director of Nursing at Sharonbrooke.
Is Sharonbrooke in a walkable area?
Sharonbrooke has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at Sharonbrooke?
No, Sharonbrooke has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Sharonbrooke?
The team at Sharonbrooke can be reached at ATWYMAN@SHARONBROOKE.COM.
How many beds does Sharonbrooke have?
Sharonbrooke has 109 beds.
Has Sharonbrooke had any citations?
Sharonbrooke has no reported citations according to records from Ohio Department of Aging (ODA).
Are there photos of Sharonbrooke?
Yes — there are 35 photos of Sharonbrooke in the photo gallery on this page.
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