Thistle House Senior Living

Q: What neighborhood is Thistle House Senior Living in?

Thistle House Senior Living is in the Water Street neighborhood.

Q: Is Thistle House Senior Living in a walkable area?

Thistle House Senior Living has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: What is the best email address for Thistle House Senior Living?

The team at Thistle House Senior Living can be reached at info@thistlehouseassistedliving.com.

Q: What is the address of Thistle House Senior Living?

Thistle House Senior Living is located at 526 Water St, Chardon, OH 44024.

Q: What is the phone number of Thistle House Senior Living?

(440) 286-4664 will put you in contact with the team at Thistle House Senior Living.

Q: Is Thistle House Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Thistle House Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Thistle House Senior Living

Thistle House Senior Living is a compassionate assisted living and memory care community in Chardon, OH, that offers personal and specialized care. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety, as three thoughtfully furnished suites are provided in a warm and nurturing environment. Farm-to-table meals, 24-hour on-site care, and housekeeping are among the exceptional services provided to help maintain residents’ independence with ease. The community also focuses on residents’ welfare, ensuring their needs are met through personalized care.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and plenty of recreational activities are curated to provide residents with more opportunities for recreation and wellness. Cozy gathering areas and spacious outdoors also ensure residents’ relaxation. Surrounded by restaurants and a supermarket, residents have easy access to their leisure and necessities. As a trusted choice for senior living in Ohio, this assisted living and memory care community continuously provides the highest quality of care that aim to help older adults thrive in retirement.

Types of Care at Thistle House Senior Living

Assisted Living Memory Care

Walk Score: 56 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Shared Suites

Building Type: Single-story

Dining Services

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Personal Care Assistance

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Chardon's city center to Thistle House Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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).

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.

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).

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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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What neighborhood is Thistle House Senior Living in?

Thistle House Senior Living is in the Water Street neighborhood.

Is Thistle House Senior Living in a walkable area?

Thistle House Senior Living has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the best email address for Thistle House Senior Living?

The team at Thistle House Senior Living can be reached at [email protected].

What is the address of Thistle House Senior Living?

Thistle House Senior Living is located at 526 Water St, Chardon, OH 44024.

What is the phone number of Thistle House Senior Living?

(440) 286-4664 will put you in contact with the team at Thistle House Senior Living.

Is Thistle House Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Thistle House Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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