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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 109 Rank #30 / 219Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 30th 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #23 / 425Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 23rd 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.
79 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyLicking
Certificationscertified provider of the assisted living waiver program

Leadership

Director of NursingElizabeth Shipman

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax(740) 364-0567

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Spa
Chapel
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activitiescrafts, reminiscing
Wellness Programcrafts, singing, baking, storytelling, reminiscing
Religious Services

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$1350 per month

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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.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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>
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Sharonbrooke
AL
MC
Newark
109
Facility 109
OH AVG 68
Rank #30 / 219
No
79
Facility 79
OH AVG 41
Rank #23 / 425
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Genoa Retirement Village
AL
ADC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Genoa
68
Facility 68
OH AVG 68
Rank #96 / 219
Yes
17
Facility 17
OH AVG 41
Rank #356 / 425
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
94
Facility 94
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #8 / 180
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 2
Rank #140 / 152
3.3
Brookdale Westlake Village
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Westlake
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 68
Rank #106 / 219
Yes
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 41
Rank #308 / 425
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Suzanne Nall
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #78 / 180
7
Facility 7
OH AVG 2
Rank #129 / 152
1.8
GreenView Senior Assisted Living
AL
MC
NH
Uniontown
58
Facility 58
OH AVG 68
Rank #111 / 219
Yes
59
Facility 59
OH AVG 41
Rank #99 / 425
Studio / 1 BedA+Jennifer Ringer
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #78 / 180
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #82 / 152
-
Shepherd of the Valley – Howland
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Warren
35
Facility 35
OH AVG 68
Rank #174 / 219
No
19
Facility 19
OH AVG 41
Rank #344 / 425
-A+-
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #78 / 180
11
Facility 11
OH AVG 2
Rank #137 / 152
3.7

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 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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.

How much does Sharonbrooke cost per month?

Pricing at Sharonbrooke starts at $1,350 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Has Sharonbrooke had any citations?

Sharonbrooke has no reported citations according to records from Ohio Department of Aging (ODA).

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