Best Memory Care in Shaker Heights, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 memory care providers in Shaker Heights, 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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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. 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 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.
Shaker Gardens Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Shaker Heights
124
Facility 124
OH AVG 77
Rank #22 / 182
No
15
Facility 15
OH AVG 40
Rank #307 / 352
--Lara Walker
76
Facility 76
OH AVG 86.1
Rank #136 / 140
0
StoryPoint Shaker Heights (HarborChase)
MC
AL
Shaker Heights (Chagrin-Lee)
-Yes
66
Facility 66
OH AVG 40
Rank #39 / 352
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 BedAJennifer Hunt--
The Woodlands of Shaker Heights
MC
AL
Shaker Heights (Chagrin-Lee)
59
Facility 59
OH AVG 77
Rank #114 / 182
Yes
71
Facility 71
OH AVG 40
Rank #26 / 352
Studio / 1 Bed--
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 86.1
Rank #77 / 140
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 2
Rank #110 / 130
HarborChase of Shaker Heights
MC
AL
Shaker Heights (Chagrin-Lee)
-Yes
67
Facility 67
OH AVG 40
Rank #37 / 352
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Jennifer Hunt--

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other OH memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 analyzed for Shaker Heights. See how we rank facilities

Overview of The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights offers assisted living and memory care in Shaker Heights, OH. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. With both care levels on one campus, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 59 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Housing options include studio and one-bedroom layouts, with a studio providing a single private space and a one-bedroom layout separating sleeping and living areas. In the Chagrin-Lee neighborhood, the area has a Walk Score of 71 and is very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to continue living with a pet.

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Overview of StoryPoint Shaker Heights (HarborChase)

Spend your best years with StoryPoint Shaker Heights (Harbor Chase), a distinguished senior living community set in the serene neighborhood of Van Aken Boulevard, Shaker Heights, OH, providing assisted living and memory care. Alongside elegant and snug accommodations, the community features a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals attending to seniors’ needs 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. Committed to improving seniors’ well-being, a personalized care plan is crafted based on their unique needs and preferences.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs accompanies residents as they make the most out of their days and gain meaningful experiences. Here, residents enjoy worry-free dining in multiple dining venues that serve diverse dining options that satisfy cravings and nutritional needs. StoryPoint Shaker Heights (Harbor Chase) is surrounded by ethereal nature trails and is filled with incredible amenities, ideal for seniors looking to live an active and blissful retirement.

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Overview of HarborChase of Shaker Heights

Tending to seniors in Cuyahoga County, HarborChase of Shaker Heights is a luxury community offering assisted living and memory care services just outside Cleveland, Ohio. With expert care partners available around-the-clock to support residents in their daily activities, they empower seniors as they give them freedom and independence to live an unparalleled experience with peace of mind. In between assisted living and memory care services, this community distinctly offers Mild Dementia Care at The Sound– a specialized program for residents suffering at the earliest stages of memory loss.

An assortment of amenities can be found in HarborChase of Shaker Heights that range from thoughtfully designed life-enrichment programs with over 21 options each day to multiple on-site restaurants and facilities such as the game room and art studio. A curated array of services are also available which includes therapy, support groups, auditory clinics, and equipment repairs.

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Overview of Shaker Gardens Assisted Living

Shaker Gardens Assisted Living, situated in Shaker Heights, Ohio, provides a range of care services including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, respite stays, hospice, and palliative care. Assisted living aids with personal daily tasks, whereas memory care offers a secured environment with structured supervision. The community features an on-site aquatic therapy pool and a full therapy gym for rehabilitation, alongside amenities such as outdoor seating areas, a fitness center, a chapel, a library, and a beauty salon. Dining options feature daily snacks, specialized diets, customized menus, and in-room meal service.

Managed by administrator Lara Walker, this 124-bed center allows residents to transition between different levels of care as their needs change over time. Nursing coverage across the building averages 2 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day. Accepted payment options include Medicare for short-term rehabilitation, Medicaid for extended residential care, and private pay.

Interested representatives can contact Shaker Gardens Assisted Living to inquire about specific admission criteria, schedule a tour of the campus amenities, or discuss current room availability.

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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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Memory Care in Shaker Heights at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 55/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Shaker Heights, 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: 92The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Shaker Heights, OH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Shaker Heights, OH

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

The average monthly cost of memory care in Shaker Heights, OH is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Memory care in Shaker Heights, OH typically ranges from $3,500–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Memory care communities in Shaker Heights, 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 4 memory care communities in Shaker Heights, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.