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Our editorial team analyzed 18 nursing homes in Cleveland, OH using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OH
Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cleveland, OH. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:2.2/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cleveland, OH. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.7/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cleveland, OH. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.0/ 5
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (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.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Ohio average is: 55.7% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$4.4M*Fiscal year ending 2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$2.3M*Fiscal year ending 2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
52.9%*Fiscal year ending 2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 18 analyzed for Cleveland.
O’Neill Healthcare Fairview Park does its best to encourage residents to do whatever interests them while receiving exceptional care– making it one of the trusted senior living in the city. The center provides a comprehensive range of care, including specialized nursing home care, independent living, assisted living, and memory care services designed to meet the unique needs of residents. Recently, O’Neill celebrated the quality senior care they have been delivering for over 60 years.
The adult care home is focused on conducting a results-driven approach to individual recovery. The nursing community promotes social activities, education programs, specialized programs, an emergency call system, individualized controlled AC and heating, screened patios, and a fitness center. Other rehabilitative programs include stroke, therapy, and cardiac care.
Mcgregor at Overlook in Cleveland, Ohio, prioritizes successful aging. Their focus on holistic wellness empowers residents to thrive and embrace a fulfilling new lifestyle. Gracious senior living practices ensure a comfortable and enriching environment. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities, including an activity center, outdoor areas, and housekeeping services. The convenient location near healthcare facilities, retail stores, and houses of worship provides easy access to everyday needs.
Mcgregor at Overlook takes a comprehensive approach to resident well-being. Their philosophy goes beyond basic care, incorporating programs and services that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. Mcgregor at Overlook offers a variety of living options to suit individual needs. These include assisted living, independent living, memory care, and nursing care. With costs ranging from $2,190 to $7,189 per month, they have a variety of budgets.
Westpark Healthcare Campus Center is a premier medical wellness center that delivers quality nursing care and rehabilitation services in Cleveland, Ohio. Licensed nurses are available 24/7 to assist residents with their medical needs at any moment. With the mission of elevating life through recovery and, eventually, independence, caring professionals support patients through care coordination, regular monitoring, wellness counseling, and delivering personal care services. They offer rehabilitation services, short-term care, respite care, and long-term care. Westpark Healthcare prides itself in providing a rich environment to smoothen the recovery of residents recovering from significant injuries and illnesses through engaging activities and dedicated medical experts. Regaining independence for residents is at the forefront of this community.
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.
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.
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.
Singleton Health Care Center is a trusted nursing home in Cleveland, OH, that offers long-term care and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its warm and supportive environment. 24-hour care, therapeutic services, and nutritious meals are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs through personalized care plans.
Exciting trips to local amenities, light exercises, and plenty of recreational activities ensure residents can live actively and explore new interests. Thoughtfully designed rooms and accessible amenities are also available, dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. The African American Museum in Cleveland, a pharmacy, restaurants, cafes, and bus stops are also easily accessible from the community. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Cleveland, this nursing home continuously provides the highest quality of care to help older adults thrive in retirement.
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.
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.
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.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Cleveland, OH
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 nursing home care?
Yes — Ohio Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 18 nursing homes in Cleveland, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Cleveland, OH?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Cleveland, OH, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Cleveland, OH?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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