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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lakewood, OH

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Assisted living costs in Lakewood average about $5,757 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 277 communities in Lakewood. Our detailed directory has 5742 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Cleveland, Avon and Medina.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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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
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Lakewood, OH

The average cost of senior living in Lakewood is $5,757 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Akron, OH with an average of $5,337 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lakewood, OH, vs. state and national averages

Lakewood, OH
$5,757/mo
$5,687/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Lakewood, OH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,757/mo
$7,061/mo

Assisted living costs in Lakewood, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,452/mo
Studio
$4,619/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,356/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,331/mo

Senior living costs in Lakewood 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: Lakewood, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLakewood, OHOhioU.S.
Assisted Living$5,757/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,061/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,023/mo$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Lakewood, OH:$5,757/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Lakewood, OH:$7,061/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Lakewood, OH:$3,023/mo
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lakewood, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lakewood 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.

Lakewood, OHOH stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Lakewood, OH

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lakewood 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
Lakewood, OH$5,377/mo$5,298/mo+1.5%
Ohio$5,280/mo$5,171/mo+2.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Lakewood, OH
2024 average cost:$5,377/mo
2023 average cost:$5,298/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$5,280/mo
2023 average cost:$5,171/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lakewood, OH

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Lakewood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lakewood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lakewood

Devon Oaks Assisted Living in Westlake, OH

4.9
Everyone at Devon Oaks is incredibly kind and caring. They work closely with residents’ families. The food is fantastic and the residents are like family to each other. Everything is clean and well kept. It truly is a wonderful place. We feel so lucky to have found it and breathe a sigh of ...
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Eden Vista Beachwood

4.5
I would recommend this community to others. The care, the staff, and the activities are stand outs to me. The staff are focused on the residents. The food was outstanding according to my loved one.

Hamlet at Chagrin Falls

4.6
The people were very friendly and the activities are awesome. It's also quite beautiful, nestled in the Chagrin Valley, right near the Falls.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thorough communication between staff and families. Many reviews mention clear and consistent communication between community staff and family members, ensuring care needs are being met. At Mount Alverna Village, family members appreciate regular updates from the care team, particularly during the transition to assisted living. At StoryPoint P ...
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Dedicated, caring staff members. Residents and their families praise the compassionate and committed staff at various communities. For example, at Fairmont of Westlake, staff members are described as going the extra mile to ensure residents' comfort and happiness. At Brooklyn Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care, the staf ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Communities offer various activities catering to the diverse interests of their residents. At Westlake Pointe Senior Living, activities include scheduled outings and in-house events, providing opportunities for social interaction and mental and physical stimulation. At Vitalia Senior Residenc ...
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Reasonably priced living arrangements. Some families find that the affordability of certain communities is a significant factor in their decision-making process. For instance, at Meadow Falls of Rocky River, the cost is lower than other facilities, making it an attractive option for those seeking quality care without an exorbitant ...
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Consistently clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents and their families express satisfaction with the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities. At Haven at Lakewood, housekeeping services are regularly praised, while at Independence Village of Avon Lake, the grounds and communal areas are kept spotless. At Park Creek Retirement, ...
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Supportive and attentive health care services. Several reviews highlight the importance of quality health care services within assisted living communities. At Fairmont of Westlake, the on-site health care team is responsive and proactive, ensuring residents receive appropriate care when needed. At Mount Alverna Village, the nursing staff ...
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Lakewood review score based on 1,328 family reviews

8.1
Review score277 facilities1328 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1328 reviews of 277 Lakewood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lakewood review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Lakewood review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Lakewood, OH277 facilities
8.4
Mentor, OH87 facilities
8.1
Lorain, OH263 facilities

Review subcategories for Lakewood assisted living

When assisted living 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 1,328 reviews of 277 Lakewood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lakewood resident and family assisted living 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.
Lakewood, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.4
Friendliness
3.8
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.6
3.4
Meals & dining
3.4
3.1
Activities
3.4
3.1
Value for cost*
3.3
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Lakewood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakewood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lakewood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lakewood, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lakewood assisted living

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 Lakewood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lakewood, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.3%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lakewood assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lakewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakewood, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.2%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakewood assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lakewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakewood, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
48.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakewood assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Lakewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakewood, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.6%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.2%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.2%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
59.2%
48%
Dances
Dances
40.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.8%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lakewood

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lakewood protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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