Shaker Gardens Assisted Living

Nursing Home
Overview of Shaker Gardens Assisted Living
Shaker Gardens Assisted Living offers a continuum of care based on the level of assistance and services required for residents. The community provides a broad range of lifestyle, service, and care options, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Located in the heart of Shaker Heights, it features spacious suites, restaurant-style dining, health and wellness services, and scheduled transportation.
(216) 752-5600

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Ohio average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Ohio average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Ohio average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Ohio average: 4.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
2h 58m per day

This home provides 16% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

Ohio average: 3h 32m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 51m per day 38m per day 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day. 29m per day 58m per day 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 1h 53m per day 2h 8m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 2h 51m per day 3h 17m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 2m per day 3m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 38m per day 25m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 124

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Ohio average
Occupancy rate 75.7%
Residents per day (avg) 47
Occupancy rate
75.7%
Residents per day (avg)
47

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Might be optimal for
Long-term residence Daily assistance Occasional rehab needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

12% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Private pay

69% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 years

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Partnership
Home revenue
$11.5M
Profit
$124.0K
Proprietary home Partnership
Home revenue
$11,472,639.00
Profit
$124,021.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.4M
38% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.0M
Total costs $11.3M
Bed community size
124-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 366021
County: CUYAHOGA
Awards: 4-star overall CMS rating

Ownership & operating entity

Shaker Gardens Assisted Living is administrated by LARA WALKER.

Care Services

Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing.

Contact Information

Fax: (216) 752-8133

Amenities & Lifestyle

On-Site Aquatic Therapy Pool
Full-Therapy Gym
Outdoor Seating Areas
Multiple Gathering Rooms
Chapel
Fitness Center
Library
Beauty Salon.

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled nursing care, Dining Services, Classes, Events.

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Customized nutritious menus, specialized diet options, pleasant dining room experience, in-room dining, snacks offered daily.

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.

Latest inspection

Date:September 19, 2025

0 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

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

76 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

86 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

87 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

68 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

76 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

76 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

68 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

69 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

Compare Nursing Homes around Shaker Heights

The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.
Shaker Gardens Assisted Living
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

OH 44122
172
No
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SHAKER GARDENS MANAGEMENT LLC
75.7%
$11,104,481.00
$4,362,968.00
39.3%
47.20
5/5
2.9606
4/5
2/5
5/5
8
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-16%
-4%
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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
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No
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70
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-
-
-
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-
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StoryPoint Shaker Heights (HarborChase)
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

Shaker Heights
-
Yes
A-
66
-
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-
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-
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-
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Address 226.8 miles from city center

Address SHAKER HEIGHTS, OH 44122

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

139
Total Staff
84
Employees
55
Contractors
20,403
Total Hours (Quarter)
33
Avg Staff/Day
6.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse126.6 No
Licensed Practical Nurse247.7 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant557.3 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
92 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services
28 staff
5.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
6 staff
5.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
5 staff
5.7hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.6%
of total hours from contractors
742 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 22 Licensed Practical Nurse: 15 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 2 Medical Director: 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 Assistant3322558,58491100%7.3
Registered Nurse120122,52291100%6.6
Licensed Practical Nurse915242,06391100%7.7
Physical Therapy Aide64101,4988088%7.1
Other Dietary Services Staff5051,3908796%5.7
Speech Language Pathologist4371,1678088%6.5
Qualified Social Worker4265076875%5.4
Nurse Practitioner2024996774%7.5
Dental Services Staff1014866673%7.4
Administrator1014856167%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist1234225257%7.8
RN Director of Nursing1012564145%6.3
Physical Therapy Assistant3252157178%3
Respiratory Therapy Technician2241786268%2.2
Occupational Therapy Aide011941314%7.2
Medical Director011252527%1
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111433%4.7

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Ohio average 6.7


Last Health inspection on Oct 2024

Total health citations 17
Citations per inspection
2.83

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

14 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.9

0 critical citations More info Ohio average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Ohio average: 0.9

17 moderate citations More info Ohio average: 29

0 minor citations More info Ohio average: 0.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Oct 17, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Mar 06, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Feb 13, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Jan 10, 2023
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Lionstone
Resident Census by Payment Source
48 Total Residents
Medicare 1 (2.1%)
Medicaid 41 (85.4%)
Private Pay/Other 6 (12.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.6
In line with Ohio average

Ohio average: 5.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 10.1
20% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 12.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 4.0%
41% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 7.1%
20% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 19.1%
13% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 22.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.2%
66% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.6%
43% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.1%
62% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 6.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 36.6%
52% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 24.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.5%
12% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 8.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 87.4%
5% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 92.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.5%
In line with Ohio average

Ohio average: 94.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 47.7%
39% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 78.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 5.7%
345% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 48.2%
36% worse than Ohio average

Ohio average: 75.6%

Penalties and 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 amount $42K
39% lower than Ohio average

Ohio average: $69K

Number of fines 8
332% more fines than Ohio average

Ohio average: 1.9

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Ohio average

Ohio average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $42K
Ohio average $69K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 11, 2023
$5K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 5, 2023
$5K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 28, 2023
$5K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 21, 2023
$5K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+, Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+, Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized), OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

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

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+, OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

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

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Ohio SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OH resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled), OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$38,500/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

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

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

~$147,600/year (family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county).

Not assessed; hardship-focused.

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