Best Memory Care in Cleveland, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 memory care communities in Cleveland, OH using OH Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in OH
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19 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 51/ 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: 107The 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 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. 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.
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 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.
Algart Health Care
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Cleveland (Edgewater)
36
Facility 36
OH AVG 75
Rank #256 / 307
No
62
Facility 62
OH AVG 42
Rank #137 / 675
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #170 / 190
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #116 / 172
1.7
Mount Alverna Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Parma
153
Facility 153
OH AVG 75
Rank #11 / 307
No
16
Facility 16
OH AVG 42
Rank #577 / 675
--
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #19 / 190
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 172
-
Franklin Plaza Extended Care
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Cleveland (Ohio City)
178
Facility 178
OH AVG 75
Rank #3 / 307
No
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 42
Rank #5 / 675
Private Rooms--
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 2
Rank #166 / 172
4.9
Independence Village of Avon Lake
MC
AL
IL
Avon Lake
-Yes
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 42
Rank #373 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #19 / 190
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #85 / 172
-
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Cleveland (Kamm's Corners)
120
Facility 120
OH AVG 75
Rank #42 / 307
No
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 42
Rank #279 / 675
-A+-
41
Facility 41
OH AVG 2
Rank #168 / 172
4.6
Lorain Estates Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Lorain
-No
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 42
Rank #448 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #24 / 190
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #105 / 172
-
Sunrise At Parma
MC
AL
HOS
Cleveland
-Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 42
Rank #210 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed-
93
Facility 93
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #14 / 190
--
Brookdale Wooster
MC
AL
Wooster
-Yes
56
Facility 56
OH AVG 42
Rank #188 / 675
--
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #42 / 190
--
O’neill Healthcare Lakewood
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Cleveland
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 75
Rank #204 / 307
Yes
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 42
Rank #8 / 675
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Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation and Care Center
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cleveland (Lee - Miles)
130
Facility 130
OH AVG 75
Rank #26 / 307
No
34
Facility 34
OH AVG 42
Rank #411 / 675
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 19 analyzed for Cleveland.

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Algart Health Care

8902 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102
Overview of Algart Health Care

Settling in the peaceful Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH, Algart Health Care is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that provides skilled nursing and assisted living. The community provides 72-bed accommodations for the seniors’ comfort. Moreover, Algart Health Care delivers 24-hour care with a team of well-trained and compassionate professionals. Focusing on memory care, the community provides a reality orientation, wellness checks, and memory-focused activities to its residents.

Algart Health Care fosters a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring that its residents feel belonging and relaxed. Here, seniors are provided with delicious and nutritious meals three times every day with snacks that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Proving its high-quality care and assistance, Algart Health Care was awarded as one of the Best Nursing Homes by US News and World Report in 2014 and regarded as a 5-star Facility by Medicare in 2024.

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Overview of Mount Alverna Village

A member of the Franciscan Communities, Mount Alverna Village is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skills nursing, and senior rehabilitation. In its 24-acre campus in Parma, residents can relax and roam around their landscaped courtyard, patio, walking paths and gardening areas. Additionally, they can also go to senior centers, restaurants, retail shops, city parks, and beaches that can be found in the area. With specialty programs carefully designed to meet individual needs, they seek to provide the highest level of quality care and comfort for their residents. A defining feature of this community is their extensive list of clinical capabilities which range from wound care and post-surgical care to acute and chronic complex medical care. 
From traditional activities that promote an active lifestyle to personalized plans to enhance and enrich lives, Mount Alverna Village strives to provide a warm and welcoming environment for every senior who wants to celebrate life with peace of mind. They highlight their approach in encouraging seniors to celebrate life while giving them the independence and respect they deserve.

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Overview of Franklin Plaza Extended Care

Located at Cleveland Ohio City, Franklin Plaza Extended Care offers a supportive living experience. Residents enjoy a variety of options, including independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing care, with memory care available for those needing specialized attention. Engaging activities and a focus on resident well-being create a stimulating and fulfilling environment. Elegant dining services are a highlight, with both a main dining room and a private space for family gatherings.

A hair salon and professional assistance with daily living activities (ADLs) ensure residents feel pampered and supported. Located near Lutheran Hospital, Franklin Plaza provides peace of mind. Their skilled rehabilitation unit offers private suites, while a secured dementia unit provides specialized memory care. The dedicated staff, many with over ten years of experience, takes great pride in delivering exceptional care. These include short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care. On-site amenities are plentiful, featuring cardiology and pulmonary medical care, physical, occupational, and speech therapies, advanced respiratory therapy, a certified wound nurse, full-time nurse practitioners, TVs, internet access, lounges, activity areas, and full-service dining. Residents and visitors can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.

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Overview of Independence Village of Avon Lake

Ideally located in the beautiful city of Avon Lake, OH, Independence Village of Avon Lake is an exceptional senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Residents are guaranteed to enjoy a relaxing personal time or host families and friends in their graciously appointed accommodations, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. With 24-hour care and support provided by a licensed care team and emergency response systems installed within the community, residents are sure to receive assistance any time of the day.

Everyday moments are made more vibrant with a wide range of regularly planned activities, programs, and events. Menus and meals are curated to cater to residents varying nutritional needs and preferences, making sure everyone truly enjoys their dining experience. Residents will never get bored with a plethora of community spaces that provide relaxation and entertainment, such as a cozy atrium, salon, library, cafe, lobby, and fitness center.

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Overview of Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Nestled in Cleveland, Rocky River Gardens is a short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility with extensive medical services that ensures comprehensive on-site support. With the goal of rehabilitating patients to independence, their expert care partners endeavor to build personalized plans to promote the fullest extent of well-being. They nurture patients holistically as they also offer a range of services to help residents and families navigate the complex healthcare system and access resources vital for recovery.
In addition to the professional care given by staff, the activities and amenities available at Rocky River Garden include social functions, beauty shops, live entertainment, community support, and life-enrichment programs. This community is committed to serving seniors to reach the maximum quality of life possible.

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Overview of Lorain Estates Senior Living

Burrowed in Lorain, OH, Lorain Estates Senior Living is a charming senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community offers a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, guaranteeing a comfortable residence that they can personalize with their treasured mementos and favorite furnishings. Residents can live comfortably and without worry with a dedicated team and licensed nurses available to offer support and assistance.

An active and stimulating daily life is guaranteed with plenty of leisure, social, and educational activities conducted 7 days a week. Residents are encouraged to participate in various lifelong learning programs to help maintain their cognitive abilities and build new skills. A talented team of chefs handle the cooking and ensure residents eat delicious and nutritious balanced meals to make sure they have the energy to participate and engage in an active lifestyle.

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Overview of Sunrise at Parma

Located on Broadview Road in Cleveland, Ohio. Sunrise at Parma is an assisted living community. The community offers studio and one-bedroom housing options in a two-story building.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 54. Some errands can be accomplished on foot. There’s a mix of nearby amenities available. The moderately walkable setting is best for residents and families who value accessible neighborhood features without requiring everything to be within immediate walking distance.

Families considering Sunrise at Parma should take a tour to get a direct sense of the community. That means they can speak to the room options, daily activities, and living spaces face-to-face.

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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 Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation and Care Center

Experience a five-star recovery journey with Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation and Care Center, a renowned senior care provider in Cleveland, OH, offering comprehensive rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. Residents undergo standardized assessments and then are provided with personalized treatment plans overseen by a warm and dedicated team of care professionals. The community offers an array of specialized services, such as respiratory therapy, bedside rehab, orthopedic rehabilitation, and more to ensure residents have access to any services they may need to recover fully.

An array of on-site therapies and services, such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and audiology services are also offered to ensure residents recover more fully and faster. Top-notch amenities are also provided to make residents’ stay as comfortable as possible, such as a restaurant-style dining area, concierge services, a fully-equipped gym, and beautifully landscaped grounds for a relaxing time outdoors.

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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 Memory Care in Cleveland, OH

What is the average cost of memory care in Cleveland, OH?

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

What is the price range for memory care in Cleveland, OH?

Memory care in Cleveland, OH typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Cleveland, OH?

Memory care communities in Cleveland, OH typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

Does Ohio Medicaid cover memory care?

Ohio Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 19 memory care communities in Cleveland, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.