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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shaker Heights, OH

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Memory care in Shaker Heights offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Shaker Heights is about $7,061 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 272 communities, read 6001 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Cleveland, Mentor and Parma.

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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
...Independence, Simplicity and Elegance. The Merriman is nestled on a 5acre historical estate. An idyllic setting including a 1917 mansion set in a beautiful West Akron neighborhood featuring Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing. For those seeking a long or short term living environment, The...
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The cleanliness of the community was fine, and we do know they had some activities going on. This community was in a good location for us, and their rates were pretty reasonable compared to other places...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Alpine House is dedicated to the health, dignity, and comfort of each of our potential 16 residents providing … ~Private room & bath~3 home-cooked diet friendly meals~Social activities~Laundry & Housekeeping~Monitored Meds & Showers~All our services for 1 reasonable monthly price (no...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Community is located in a country setting across the street from a major hospital and medical offices. Community focusses on wellness and independence by offering Tai Chi classes. Activities included plus shopping trips, banking and outings. We offer physical therapy, occupational therapy and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I think Liberty Residence is typical of most Assisted Living communities. The food was not the greatest. The staff tried to be helpful and friendly. They were under staffed. The room sizes were adequate. It...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Liberty Residence II offers the best in assisted senior living. Our around the clock nursing staff assists residents with medication management, bathing and dressing needs, continence care and much more. Liberty Residence II offers all private studio and one bedroom apartments with kitchenette,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My MIL was 105 & days from passing ..all she wanted to do was sleep & we let her...only thing we noted was room wasn't cleaned daily...possibly due to consideration of her sleeping.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At North Canton Nursing & Rehab and the Waterford Independent Living, our mission is to enrich the lives of our residents by fostering a warm, welcoming community where older adults can enjoy independence, meaningful connection, and peace of mind. We are dedicated to creating an environment...
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Cost of memory care in Shaker Heights, OH

The average cost of senior living in Shaker Heights is $7,061 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mentor, OH with an average of $6,494 per month.

Memory care costs in Shaker Heights, OH, vs. state and national averages

Shaker Heights, OH
$7,061/mo
$6,894/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Shaker Heights, OH, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,061/mo

Memory care costs in Shaker Heights, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,965/mo
Studio
$7,021/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,344/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,380/mo

Senior living costs in Shaker Heights vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shaker Heights, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShaker Heights, OHOhioU.S.
Memory Care$7,061/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,757/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,023/mo$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Shaker Heights, OH:$7,061/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Shaker Heights, OH:$5,757/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Shaker Heights, OH:$3,023/mo
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Shaker Heights, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Shaker Heights and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Shaker Heights, OHOH stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Shaker Heights, OH

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shaker Heights have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shaker Heights, OH$6,561/mo$6,155/mo+6.6%
Ohio$6,524/mo$6,210/mo+5.0%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Shaker Heights, OH
2024 average cost:$6,561/mo
2023 average cost:$6,155/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$6,524/mo
2023 average cost:$6,210/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Shaker Heights

Recent reviews for memory care in Shaker Heights

Meadow Falls of Bath in Akron, OH

4.2
The memory care unit is only part of the facility and the staff is there for all residents. I love the therapy cats and the staff is very friendly. I don't think they are fully trained for late stage dementia however.

Meadow Falls of Saybrook

5.0
We are very happy with the care at this community. The staff is very nice and we like knowing the community is clean and maintained. The have a nice variety of meals that are healthy. We like the activities that are offered. We would recommend the care of this community to other families.

The Atrium at Anna Maria in Aurora, OH

5.0
My loved one lives in The Atrium, and, I feel it is a very nice community. The staff is very kind and attentive, and I really like the way the community is set up. They have areas set up to mimic a kitchen and a home office to make the community look more cozy and homey. Overall, I feel that The ...
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Shaker Heights review score based on 1,392 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 1392 reviews of 272 Shaker Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shaker Heights review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Shaker Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Shaker Heights, OH272 facilities
8.4
Mentor, OH76 facilities
8.1
Lorain, OH237 facilities

Review subcategories for Shaker Heights memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,392 reviews of 272 Shaker Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shaker Heights resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Shaker Heights, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.7
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.3
3.4
Activities
3.4
3.3
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
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Shaker Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaker Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaker Heights, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Shaker Heights memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Shaker Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.7%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.4%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
69.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shaker Heights memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Shaker Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shaker Heights, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.5%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.6%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.3%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shaker Heights memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shaker Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shaker Heights, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
48.9%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.2%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaker Heights memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shaker Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
49.6%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaker Heights memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Shaker Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shaker Heights, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
65.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.7%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.8%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.6%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.1%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.6%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.5%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Shaker Heights

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Ohio memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Shaker Heights protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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