The Woodlands of Shaker Heights
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Shaker Heights, OH

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Shaker Heights, OH

Overview of The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

Situated near downtown Cleveland, The Woodlands of Shaker Heights is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. As a small community, it offers a warm and welcoming environment for every resident and ensures that the quality of life of each individual is improved. Seniors can enjoy walking around the beautiful grounds and reading in the library with family and friends in this cozy tight-knit community.

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights stresses providing numerous opportunities for social interactions and keeping the mind and body active. Many of their amenities are designed to create meaningful ways for residents to gain new skills and interests and expand social circles– special interest clubs, group outings, and game nights. With compassion and kindness, they present options for seniors to identify and coordinate services unavailable in the community to provide security and comfort by getting all the support they need.

Bed community size
59-bed community Rank #187 / 315Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 187th out of 315 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Ohio that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
15 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 71 / 100 Rank #62 / 704Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 704 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Ohio that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyCuyahoga

Policies

No pets allowed
No Smoking
No Alcohol

Contact Information

Fax(216) 751-0980

Contact The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

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 (550% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection July 9, 2025

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. 132 This facility has 550% more total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (13 vs. OH avg 2).↑ 550% 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

85 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

86 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

98 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

79 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

81 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

88 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

76 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

84 / 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

78 / 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

97 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

80 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

78 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

72 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

63 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 12.5
Several times a week 25.0
Once a week 18.8
Two to three times a month 12.5
Once a month 18.8
Few times a year 12.5

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Shaker Heights's city center to The Woodlands of Shaker Heights's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.85 miles to nearest hospital (Cleveland Clinic - South Pointe Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Shaker Heights

The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.

Shaker Gardens Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Shaker Heights
124
Facility 124
OH AVG 76
Rank #39 / 315
No
15
Facility 15
OH AVG 40
Rank #585 / 704
--Lara Walker
76
Facility 76
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #183 / 192
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The Woodlands of Shaker Heights
AL
MC
Shaker Heights (Chagrin-Lee)
59
Facility 59
OH AVG 76
Rank #187 / 315
Yes
71
Facility 71
OH AVG 40
Rank #62 / 704
Studio / 1 Bed--
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 192
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 2
Rank #142 / 143
StoryPoint Shaker Heights (HarborChase)
AL
MC
Shaker Heights (Chagrin-Lee)-Yes
66
Facility 66
OH AVG 40
Rank #94 / 704
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedAJennifer Hunt--
HarborChase of Shaker Heights
AL
MC
Shaker Heights (Chagrin-Lee)-Yes
67
Facility 67
OH AVG 40
Rank #84 / 704
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Jennifer Hunt--

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights is located in Shaker Heights, 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 The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

What neighborhood is The Woodlands of Shaker Heights in?

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights is in the Chagrin-Lee neighborhood of Shaker Heights.

Is The Woodlands of Shaker Heights in a walkable area?

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at The Woodlands of Shaker Heights?

Yes, The Woodlands of Shaker Heights allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Woodlands of Shaker Heights?

The team at The Woodlands of Shaker Heights can be reached at FSILLMAN@HERITAGE-RC.COM.

How many beds does The Woodlands of Shaker Heights have?

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights has 59 beds.

Has The Woodlands of Shaker Heights had any citations?

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights has had 13 reported citations according to records from Ohio Department of Aging (ODA).

Are there photos of The Woodlands of Shaker Heights?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Woodlands of Shaker Heights in the photo gallery on this page.

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