SouthWest Commons by New Perspective

Overview of SouthWest Commons by New Perspective

Settled in the peaceful surroundings of, the SouthWest Commons by New Perspective is a remarkable senior living community providing assisted living services. Spacious and cozy accommodations are available depending on the preferences of its residents. With a highly skilled and compassionate team, his community offers a round-the-clock on-site and on-call nurse, along with a trained and dedicated team, to attend to the needs of its residents.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services wherein residents can avail of housekeeping and laundry services, activity great room use, and services from on-site third-party physician providers. Indulge in chef-prepared healthy and delectable meals and relieve yourself through its beautiful spaces like the garden patio. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories by going to community outings with provided transportation. With the SouthWest Commons by New Perspective, seniors are guaranteed a wondrous living experience.

Years in operation
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #228 / 704Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 228th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactLori Volkman (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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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.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 14 citations 5 inspections

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.

Since 2019 vs. Ohio state average
Overall vs. OH average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Ohio average:
• Total citations (600% above)
• Citations per inspection (833% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 142 This facility has 600% more total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (14 vs. OH avg 2).↑ 600% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 2.80.3 This facility has 833% more citations per inspection than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (2.8 vs. OH avg 0.3).↑ 833% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 56 This facility has had 17% fewer total inspections than the Ohio average (5 vs. OH avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 17% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Strongsville's city center to SouthWest Commons by New Perspective's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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SouthWest Commons by New Perspective
AL
Strongsville-Yes
52
Facility 52
OH AVG 40
Rank #228 / 704
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Symphony at Olmsted Falls
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Rank #399 / 704
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

SouthWest Commons by New Perspective 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).
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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 SouthWest Commons by New Perspective

Is SouthWest Commons by New Perspective in a walkable area?

SouthWest Commons by New Perspective has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has SouthWest Commons by New Perspective been in business?

SouthWest Commons by New Perspective has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at SouthWest Commons by New Perspective?

Yes, SouthWest Commons by New Perspective allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of SouthWest Commons by New Perspective?

Yes — there are 4 photos of SouthWest Commons by New Perspective in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of SouthWest Commons by New Perspective?

SouthWest Commons by New Perspective is located at 18090 Pearl Rd, Strongsville, OH 44136.

What is the phone number of SouthWest Commons by New Perspective?

(440) 238-3777 will put you in contact with the team at SouthWest Commons by New Perspective.

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