Brookdale Barberton
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Barberton, OH

Brookdale Barberton

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Barberton, OH

Overview of Brookdale Barberton

Barberton, Ohio is home to the award-winning senior living community, Brookdale Barberton which offers assisted living in an environment that fosters independence and vibrant living experiences. Residents here enjoy comfortable residences and peace of mind brought by a dedicated on-site team available 24 hours to respond to emergencies. Offering their signature program, Brookdale HealthPlus, the community provides its residents access to preventive care services and RN care managers who offer clinical oversight for residents’ care plans.

Dedicated to creating an active and stimulating environment, the community conducts various stimulating activities and programs, complemented with convenient amenities. Residents live a convenient lifestyle with services like postal services, personal items delivery, housekeeping and transportation assistance. A culinary team creates menu options to meet each residents’ dietary preferences and needs, ensuring their nourishment. Other amenities include a library, a whirlpool, a beauty/barbershop, a piano, and a gorgeous courtyard and garden for relaxation and leisure.

Years in operation
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #263 / 704Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 263rd out of 704 homes in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Ohio that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Steven Swain, Executive Vice President (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Fitness Center/ Therapy Room
Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Outings
Café/Bistro
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Gardening/Greenhouse
Game Room
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts
Walking Paths
Pool
Theater
Housekeeping
Laundry

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 288 / 324 / 360 Sq. ft

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Suite
Suite
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1 / 4
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1
288 - 360 sq. ft

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Barberton's city center to Brookdale Barberton's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.61 miles to nearest hospital (Summa Health System - Barberton Campus)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Ohio

Brookdale Barberton is located in Barberton, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OH

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OH

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OH

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OH

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
OH

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Barberton

What neighborhood is Brookdale Barberton in?

Brookdale Barberton is in the Austin Estates neighborhood of Barberton.

Is Brookdale Barberton in a walkable area?

Brookdale Barberton has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Brookdale Barberton been in business?

Brookdale Barberton has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Barberton?

Yes, Brookdale Barberton allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Brookdale Barberton?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Brookdale Barberton in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brookdale Barberton?

Brookdale Barberton is located at 487 Austin Drive, Barberton, OH 44203.

What is the phone number of Brookdale Barberton?

(330) 745-7774 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Barberton.

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