Shurmer Place at Altenheim
Nursing Home · Strongsville, OH

Overview of Shurmer Place at Altenheim

Shurmer Place at Altenheim is a licensed Residential Care Facility at 18821 Shurmer Road in Strongsville, Ohio, in Cuyahoga County. Administrated by Altenheim Senior Living, a not-for-profit Life Plan Community and Continuing Care Retirement Community, the facility operates as the memory assisted living component of the Altenheim campus. The full campus provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation, senior living, assisted living, memory assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, home care, and private duty services. Shurmer Place at Altenheim is licensed for 85 beds. Wheelchair accessibility is confirmed.

The primary care program is memory assisted living for individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment from Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. The 38 private suites are organized into six neighborhoods, each with a themed living room area and either an enclosed four-season room or a porch with direct outdoor access. Each suite includes a kitchenette and a private bathroom with a fully accessible walk-in shower. The community was designed using Planetree principles, incorporating natural light, openness, and color schemes specific to dementia care.

Amenities include secure living area, outdoor enclosed courtyards, themed living room areas, kitchenette, private bathroom, residential-style kitchen, multiple dining rooms, activity programming, and the Ageless Grace Program. The Ageless Grace Program is delivered by a program-certified Activity Director and consists of 21 chair-based tools addressing joint mobility, spinal flexibility, right-left brain coordination, cognitive function, and balance. Additional programs include assisted living, rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, home care, private duty services, respite care, short-term rehabilitation, and Meals on Wheels. Skilled nursing and 24-hour staffing are available. Care plans include quarterly cognitive assessments, music and memory programs, life stories programs, and family support groups.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted an inspection on October 12, 2023, and identified zero citations. The Ohio statewide average is 2 citations per inspection.

Shurmer Place at Altenheim is suited for individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment seeking memory care in a six-neighborhood setting. Families should request the most recent inspection report from the Ohio Department of Health or directly from Altenheim Senior Living, ask about current occupancy and availability, and inquire about the specific implementation of quarterly cognitive assessments and family support group participation before placement.

(440) 238-3361
Bed community size
85-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 22 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyCuyahoga

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Outpatient Therapy
Home Care

Contact Information

Fax(440) 238-0458

Amenities & Lifestyle

Secure Living Area
Outdoor Enclosed Courtyards
Themed Living Room Areas
Kitchenette
Private Bathroom
Residential-Style Kitchen
Multiple Dining Rooms
Activity Programming
Ageless Grace Program
Specific ProgramsPrivate Duty services, Meals on Wheels

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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 (100% below)
Latest Inspection October 12, 2023

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

Metric This Facility OH Average vs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 0 2 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical Ohio nursing home (0 vs. OH avg 2).↓ 100% better

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Ohio

Shurmer Place at Altenheim is located in STRONGSVILLE, 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 Shurmer Place at Altenheim

Is Shurmer Place at Altenheim in a walkable area?

Shurmer Place at Altenheim has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the best email address for Shurmer Place at Altenheim?

The team at Shurmer Place at Altenheim can be reached at [email protected].

How many beds does Shurmer Place at Altenheim have?

Shurmer Place at Altenheim has 85 beds.

Has Shurmer Place at Altenheim had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Shurmer Place at Altenheim has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

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What is the address of Shurmer Place at Altenheim?

Shurmer Place at Altenheim is located at 18821 SHURMER ROAD.

What is the phone number of Shurmer Place at Altenheim?

(440) 238-3361 will put you in contact with the team at Shurmer Place at Altenheim.

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