Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Ohio
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in Ohio
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a Nursing Home in Ohio
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation… is a Nursing Home in Ohio
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.
Quality ratings
Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
120
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
88.7%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Occupancy rate
88.7%
Residents per day (avg)
95
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 years
Private pay
68% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
18 days
Medicaid
13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$11.5M
Loss
-$2.4M
Proprietary home
Individual
Home revenue
$11,452,733.00
Loss
$-2,423,579.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.9M
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 48 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.Compare Nursing Homes around Cleveland
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AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cleveland
72
No
-
62
IRELAND, GARTH
96.7%
$7,876,638.00
$2,423,476.00
30.8%
68.50
5/5
4.1690
5/5
4/5
5/5
-
Studio / 1 Bed
Crawford Manor Health Care Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Cleveland
50
No
D-
70
HALL, GREGORY
86.4%
$3,669,607.00
$1,807,870.00
49.3%
33.20
3/5
3.7181
2/5
2/5
5/5
2
-
Rocky River Gardens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Cleveland
120
No
A+
48
CHICKIESTRONG ROCKY RIVER LLC
88.7%
$11,445,882.00
$4,153,827.00
36.3%
95.00
2/5
3.3538
1/5
2/5
5/5
5
-
CityView Healthcare & Rehabilitation
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Cleveland
150
No
-
60
-
66.5%
$11,769,763.00
$4,116,793.00
35%
94.30
2/5
2.9078
1/5
2/5
5/5
4
-
Harvard Gardens Rehabilitation and Care Center
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Cleveland
130
No
-
34
HGRCC HOLDINGS LLC
74.5%
$8,493,117.00
$3,204,893.00
37.7%
88.90
1/5
3.7657
1/5
1/5
4/5
6
-
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7.6 miles from city center
4102 Rocky River Dr, Cleveland, OH 44135
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
122
Total Staff
102
Employees
20
Contractors
35,712
Total Hours (Quarter)
47
Avg Staff/Day
8.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 9.5 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 9.5 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 54 | 8.3 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
94 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
5 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
12 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
6 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9%
of total hours from contractors
3,232 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Registered Nurse: 7
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 54 | 0 | 54 | 16,809 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 0 | 27 | 9,841 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 7 | 13 | 2,003 | 89 | 98% | 9.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,584 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 857 | 65 | 71% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 812 | 80 | 88% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 744 | 68 | 75% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 480 | 62 | 68% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 430 | 57 | 63% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 387 | 50 | 55% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 353 | 54 | 59% | 5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 199 | 32 | 35% | 6.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 154 | 18 | 20% | 8.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 95 | 43 | 47% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 23 | 3 | 3% | 7.7 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2019 – Dec 2024)
9
Inspections
39
Total Citations
3
Critical (J-L)
2
Serious (G-I)
4.33
Citations/Inspection
Dec 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
9
23% of total
Pharmacy Services
9
23% of total
Resident Rights
5
13% of total
Administration
3
8% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
3
8% of total
Infection Control
2
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
31
Complaint Investigations
10
State Comparison (OH)
Avg Citations (State)
30.9
This Facility: 39
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 3
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 04, 2024 | J | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Dec 04, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0690 | Corrected |
| Oct 23, 2024 | J | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jul 22, 2024 | J | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Jul 22, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0759 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | F | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0637 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0569 | Corrected |
| Dec 15, 2023 | F | Environmental | F0921 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | G | Abuse/Neglect | F0603 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Administration | F0849 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | G | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0694 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jun 14, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Apr 14, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Feb 09, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | D | Administration | F0770 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | D | Administration | F0776 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | E | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Dec 05, 2019 | D | Resident Rights | F0554 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
110
Total Residents
Medicare
3
(2.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
96
(87.3%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
11
(10%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
5.6
Score
Near average
Ohio avg: 5.8
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
8.8
Score
30% better than avg
Ohio avg: 12.7
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
16.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.3%
Depressive Symptoms
21.3%
Falls with Major Injury
4.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
84.0%
Antipsychotic Use
14.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
2.6%
Influenza Vaccine
89.2%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
3.8%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
22.6%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
80.7%
Near average
Ohio: 78.0%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0%
100% better than avg
Ohio: 1.3%
Influenza Vaccine
52.7%
30% worse than avg
Ohio: 75.6%
Penalties & Fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total Fines
$105K
Ohio avg: $69K
52% worse than avg
Number of Fines
5
Ohio avg: 1.9
Payment Denials
1
25 total days
Compared to Ohio Average
Facility: $105K |
Ohio Avg: $69K
Penalty History
Showing first 5 of 6 penalties (Jun 2023 - Oct 2024)
Oct 23, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$17K
Oct 23, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$17K
Oct 23, 2024
Payment Denial
25 days
Jul 22, 2024
Civil Money Penalty
$34K
Jun 14, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$16K
Jun 14, 2023
Civil Money Penalty
$21K
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
PASSPORT Waiver
Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT
- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 60+, Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
- OH Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 21+ (65+ prioritized), OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- OH Specifics: Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).
- Services: 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)
- General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Ohio Medicare Savings Program
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Ohio HEAP
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- OH Specifics: Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program
- 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 Specifics: 12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Ohio SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OH resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- OH Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled), OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$38,500/year (individual, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; home ownership required.
- OH Specifics: Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.
- Services: Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county).
Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)
Ohio Save the Dream
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, 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 Specifics: Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.
- Services: Mortgage aid ($25,000 max), utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.).
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Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT
PASSPORT Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
OH HCP
Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
- Income Limits:~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$5,000 (individual).
- OH Specifics:Limited funding; regional variation.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Ohio Assisted Living Waiver
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 21+ (65+ prioritized), OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- OH Specifics:Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care, meals, medication management, transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value).
Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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 Specifics:Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Ohio Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Ohio HEAP
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- OH Specifics:Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), emergency aid ($500 max).
Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Ohio SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OH resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- OH Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Ohio Homestead Exemption
Homestead Exemption
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled), OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$38,500/year (individual, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; home ownership required.
- OH Specifics:Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county).
Ohio Save the Dream
Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, 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 Specifics:Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Mortgage aid ($25,000 max), utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.).
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