Best Nursing Homes in Shaker Heights, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1 nursing home in Shaker Heights, OH using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OH
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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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Nursing Homes in Shaker Heights at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 5.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Shaker Heights, 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: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Shaker Heights, 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: 4.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Shaker Heights, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Shaker Heights, 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 1 nursing home in Shaker Heights, OH. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Shaker Heights, 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 Shaker Heights, 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 Shaker Heights, 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.