Brookdale Salem
Assisted Living · Ohio, OH

Overview of Brookdale Salem

Redefine your independence with help if you need it at Brookdale Salem, a compassionate senior living community, offering assisted living. Here, residents experience a worry-free lifestyle with cooking, cleaning or maintaining the yard, handled by a dedicated team. Offering several floor plans to choose from with plenty of natural window light, the community ensures a comfortable residence, complemented with 24-hour support provided by an on-site team.

At Brookdale Salem, residents live their lives their way with various assistance provided by compassionate care associates, such as help with medication management, mobility and personal hygiene. Residents can stay engaged and active with various activities, including a cooking demonstration, flower arranging classes, karaoke, and devotional services. Amenities include a well-stocked library, a beauty/barbershop, a whirlpool, a therapy room, and beautiful common areas, offering plenty of spaces for socialization and entertainment.

(888) 927-9409
Bed community size
5-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 21 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyColumbiana

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Salem is administrated by April Giarrusso.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Policies

Pets Allowed
No Smoking
Alcohol Allowed
Honor DO NOT Resuscitate

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(330) 332-9924

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Library
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Private Dining Room
Landscaped Grounds
Whirlpool
Ice Cream Parlor
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include bingo, card club, cooking demonstrations, and movie nights.
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,195 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining options include personalized menus with a variety of choices.
Brookdale Salem – Menu
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What does this home offer?

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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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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Brookdale Salem

Assisted Living

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Inspection History

In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. OH average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Ohio average:
• Total citations (50% below)
Latest Inspection April 29, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 12 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (1 vs. OH avg 2).↓ 50% better

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

82 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

84 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

95 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

72 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

82 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

89 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

83 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

71 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

Family satisfaction survey results

The Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University conducts a satisfaction survey among residents' family members, friends and guardians to assess quality of care and life.

Average score

81 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

87 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

83 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

83 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

88 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

88 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

71 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

68 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Brookdale Salem

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 0.0
Several times a week 58.3
Once a week 25.0
Two to three times a month 16.7
Once a month 0.0
Few times a year 0.0

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Salem

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Brookdale Salem is located in Salem, 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.)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Salem

Is Brookdale Salem in a walkable area?

Brookdale Salem has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does Brookdale Salem have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Salem on this page.

What is the best email address for Brookdale Salem?

The team at Brookdale Salem can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Brookdale Salem?

April Giarrusso is the administrator of Brookdale Salem.

How many beds does Brookdale Salem have?

Brookdale Salem has 5 beds.

Has Brookdale Salem had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Brookdale Salem has had 1 recently reported deficiency.

What is the address of Brookdale Salem?

Brookdale Salem is located at 1916 South Lincoln Avenue, Salem, OH 44460.

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