Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Cleveland, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 24 assisted living communities in Cleveland, OH using OH Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in OH
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,314The average monthly cost across facilities in Cleveland, OH. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 52/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Cleveland, OH. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 91The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cleveland, OH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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-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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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>
Brookdale Wooster
AL
MC
Wooster
-Yes
56
Facility 56
OH AVG 42
Rank #164 / 602
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89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #42 / 190
O’neill Healthcare Lakewood
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Cleveland
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 73
Rank #166 / 258
Yes
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 42
Rank #8 / 602
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Vista Springs Greenbriar
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Parma
-Yes
65
Facility 65
OH AVG 42
Rank #94 / 602
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #123 / 190
Paramount Senior Living at Middleburg Heights
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Middleburg Heights
-Yes
61
Facility 61
OH AVG 42
Rank #126 / 602
1 BedRenee Vogel-
West Park Commons
AL
Cleveland
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 73
Rank #88 / 258
No
42
Facility 42
OH AVG 42
Rank #316 / 602
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Judson Park
AL
CCRC(
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cleveland
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 73
Rank #210 / 258
No
65
Facility 65
OH AVG 42
Rank #94 / 602
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Legacy Health Services-Cedarwood Plaza
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Parma
-Yes
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 42
Rank #460 / 602
Private Rooms--
McGregor Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Cleveland
-No
46
Facility 46
OH AVG 42
Rank #268 / 602
-Phyllis Tabbs, RN-
VITALIA® North Royalton
AL
IL
MC
North Royalton (Homestead At Harley Hills)
-Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 42
Rank #184 / 602
-Julie Sabo-
St. Augustine Health Ministries
AL
HC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Cleveland
-No
79
Facility 79
OH AVG 42
Rank #28 / 602
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Overview of Brookdale Wooster

Located in a serene neighborhood of Wooster, Ohio, Brookdale Wooster offers assisted living and memory care services for seniors seeking a supportive environment. Residents can enjoy personalized assistance with daily tasks like grooming and medication management, allowing more time for cherished activities. Their memory care programs are tailored to individual needs, ensuring a comfortable and engaging experience.

At Brookdale Wooster, seniors benefit from a vibrant lifestyle with a full calendar of events and assistance tailored to their needs. Amenities include a tranquil courtyard and gardens, perfect for leisurely walks, and a cozy fireside living room for socializing with friends. With 24/7 emergency support and a variety of conveniences like transportation services and a beauty/barber shop on-site, residents can embrace worry-free living in a community designed to feel like home, where independence and enjoyment are priorities.

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Overview of O’neill Healthcare Lakewood

Owned by Kimberly Chuma, O’neill Healthcare Lakewood is a 54 bed nursing home on Bunts Road in the Lakewood area of Cleveland. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all welcome, providing families with flexibility in covering short- and long-term care stays. A high occupancy rate and average stay length of about 70 days reflect its focus on post acute rehabilitation for patients transitioning from hospitals.

The home’s clinical emphasis is evident from its programming. Two named rehabilitation tracks, cardiac and stroke recovery, are supported by broader rehabilitation services and on-site dialysis. This specialty setup makes it a grounded choice for people healing from a cardiac or neurological event who would benefit from focused therapy while still under skilled nursing supervision. The overall nursing complement averages roughly 3 hours 14 minutes of care per resident day. That includes about 29 minutes with a registered nurse, about 2 hours with a nurse aide, and roughly 1 hour 8 minutes with an LPN or LVN, so occupants have consistent hands-on support throughout the day. The facility’s location scores 86 on walkability, meaning the surrounding neighborhood is accessible to visitors and well-connected to nearby services and transit. That high score is beneficial for families planning to visit regularly and wanting to walk the area or access nearby shops and restaurants.

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Overview of Vista Springs Greenbriar

Reflected in their best-in-class care services and charming living spaces, Vista Springs Greenbriar is an exquisite senior living community in Ohio. Treating each resident like family, its founder created this family-owned and operated resort-style community based on his personal experience with his mother. It boasts opportunities for seniors to thrive in the final years of their fulfilling and purposeful life.

The dedicated management and staff brand themselves as servant-leaders whose attitude towards providing care is centered around optimally supporting seniors and their families. With progressive and evidence-based care, residents can find comfort in knowing that their ever-changing needs will always be managed in Vista Springs Greenbriar.

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Overview of Paramount Senior Living at Middleburg Heights

Independent living, assisted living, dementia care, home health care, and hospice care are the variety of lifestyle services and care options offered at Paramount Senior Living at Middleburg Heights. Where assessments with residents and families are conducted regularly, they can facilitate the ever-changing assistance needed by each individual.

As a member of Paramount Senior Living, a comprehensive list of services and amenities are available in this community in Ohio. With around-the-clock on-site nurses, daily curated meals, a health and fitness center, manicured landscaping and gardens, and beautifully designed common areas, residents can live in pleasure each day. Emphasizing that no two residents are alike, they pride themselves in paying close personal attention to each individual and crafting a unique approach for every resident in terms of care and support.

Contact Paramount Senior Living at Middleburg Heights

West Park Commons

4106 Rocky River Drive, Cleveland, OH 44135
Overview of West Park Commons

On Rocky River Drive on Cleveland’s west side, West Park Commons operates 84 assisted living beds in Cuyahoga County, about 8.6 miles from the city center. Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital is nearby. The Walk Score is 42, which is to say that most trips require a car or arranged transportation, though a handful of services are within walking distance.

What stands out in the staffing profile is the doctor on staff alongside the 24-hour licensed nursing and CNA coverage. Rehabilitation is available on-site. The facility also runs a formal wellness program covering medication management and routine health monitoring, and offers on-site counseling services for residents who need them.

Dining is available all day, restaurant-style, with the kitchen set up to handle a range of dietary needs, from diabetes diets, allergy-sensitive meals, various dietary restrictions, to meal preparation support are all listed accommodations. The activity calendar includes group games, gardening, music sessions, volunteer opportunities, art programming, and movie nights. On the amenity side: a library, salon and barber, garden, walking paths, housekeeping, laundry service, and dry cleaning.

The facility accepts Medicaid, so for families looking at Medicaid-funded assisted living on Cleveland’s west side with a doctor on staff, on-site rehabilitation, and a wellness program built around health monitoring, West Park Commons offers a substantive care infrastructure at 84 beds.

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Overview of Judson Park

Nestled in the serene, tree-lined streets of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Judson Park is a vibrant and inviting retirement community embodying tranquility and warmth. Offering a diverse range of senior care services tailored to individual lifestyles, Judson Park is a haven for those seeking a fulfilling and engaging retirement experience, with living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The amenities and services at Judson Park are thoughtfully curated to enhance residents’ lives, offering a picturesque blend of tranquility and cultural energy as the community overlooks Cleveland’s skyline.

Residents at Judson Park relish the freedom to shape their way of living while also benefiting from comprehensive healthcare services when needed. The community facilitates independent living with personalized care and support, ensuring residents maintain their autonomy while receiving the necessary assisted living services. For individuals grappling with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Judson Park establishes a secure memory care community, enveloping residents in a warm and welcoming atmosphere that encourages engagement and provides tailored support. Located just minutes away from University Circle, residents enjoy access to a rich tapestry of art, music, education, and philanthropic attractions. The quiet residential neighborhood of Chestnut Hills serves as a serene backdrop for this senior living oasis, allowing residents to experience a genuinely engaging lifestyle in the historic community of Cleveland Heights.

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Overview of Legacy Health Services-Cedarwood Plaza

Legacy Health Services-Cedarwood Plaza in Parma, Ohio, offers nursing home care, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care, hospice care supports end of life needs, and respite care offers a short term stay.

Residents can have private rooms, and pets are allowed for those who want to keep a pet with them. The combination of several care levels and respite care may suit someone whose needs change over time or a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement, while the short term rehabilitation unit offers private suites and physical, occupational, and speech therapies up to seven days a week. On site cardiology and pulmonary medical care keeps those specialties within the community, and rehabilitation services support recovery from illness, injury, or a hospital stay.

Contact Legacy Health Services-Cedarwood Plaza

Overview of McGregor Assisted Living

McGregor Assisted Living offers assisted living, independent living, nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, and respite care in Cleveland, OH. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living suits residents who want a private living arrangement without daily care. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide nursing support, hospice care addresses end of life needs, and respite care provides a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

Care can change without a move. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs change over time, while rehabilitation services support residents working to regain or maintain function. Suites include appliances and all utilities except phone and internet, so residents can plan for those household costs while arranging phone and internet separately.

A salon and spa, gardens, a patio, and walking paths give residents access to personal care services and outdoor areas. Restaurant style meals are served daily, and private spa bathing areas with assistance support residents who need help bathing. A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; McGregor Assisted Living may be a good fit for someone seeking several care options in one community and who has transportation available for off site errands.

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Overview of Vitalia® North Royalton

Tucked in the quiet York Road, North Royalton, OH, VITALIA North Royalton is an outstanding senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Experience unparalleled relaxation and security with the beautiful and spacious accommodations of VITALIA North Royalton. A dedicated and highly skilled team delivers top-notch care and assistance for seniors to thrive and optimize their autonomy.

Meet new friends and create wonderful moments through engaging activities and exciting events conducted for seniors to maintain a happy lifestyle. With intergenerational programs, the community strives to provide learning opportunities for seniors to learn from people of different ages. Revel in delightful and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. VITALIA North Royalton is a great place to spend your golden years without worries with its inviting environment and peaceful grounds.

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Overview of St. Augustine Health Ministries

St. Augustine Health Ministries is situated in Cleveland, Ohio, within a neighborhood that boasts a walkability score of 79. For families frequently visiting loved ones during the sensitive end-of-life transition, this accessibility is a logistical benefit that simplifies the often stressful task of coordinating transit or securing parking. This specific environmental factor frequently escapes formal checklists, yet it significantly impacts the overall experience of the care journey.

The facility focuses its clinical scope on hospice care, complemented by a structured grief and bereavement support service. The bereavement component is particularly notable because it extends support to families well beyond the passing of a resident. This differs from many care models that treat hospice strictly as a bounded service with a defined termination point. Whether this continuity is a necessity for a family depends on their individual processing needs, but it represents a distinct and thoughtful departure from the standard, transactional approach to end-of-life care.

St. Augustine Health Ministries functions as a hospice-centered facility located in a highly accessible area of Cleveland, offering a care model that thoughtfully bridges the gap between terminal care and post-loss support for grieving families.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Cleveland, OH

What is the average cost of assisted living in Cleveland, OH?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Cleveland, OH is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Cleveland, OH?

Assisted living in Cleveland, OH typically ranges from $4,500–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Cleveland, OH?

Assisted living facilities in Cleveland, OH typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Ohio?

Assisted living in Ohio supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Ohio?

Assisted living in Ohio is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Ohio Medicaid cover assisted living?

Ohio Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Ohio) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.