John Brucken
May 2026
Great location and, most important, both the staff and residents are very friendly and helpful.
1 / 8Quick Facts
- Year opened
- 1974
- CMS Rating
- Health center rated 5 stars by CMS
- Pet Policy
- Cats and dogs allowed in private rooms
- Nearby Medical Campuses
- Minutes from Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals
- Academic Partnership
- Lifelong learning programs with Case Western Reserve University
- Community Type
- Continuing care retirement community (CCRC)
What Families Think
Families describe Judson Park as a warm, well-run community where staff and residents form close bonds, especially praising the rehabilitation and skilled nursing care after hospital stays. Reviewers also enjoy the social calendar, dining options, and the historic Ambler Heights setting near University Circle. A couple of reviews raise concerns about sales practices and the building's confusing layout.
The Good
- Staff described as attentive, warm, and personally invested
- Rehabilitation and skilled nursing care called excellent
- 5-star CMS rated health center
- Extensive activities including art, lectures, and happy hours
- Pet-friendly, allowing cats and dogs in rooms
- Attractive outdoor spaces and walking paths
The Bad
- One report of a bait-and-switch sales experience with unresponsive staff
- One reviewer found the building's maze-like layout hard to navigate
- One reviewer called the food merely 'B+'
- No published pricing available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
About Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community
Judson Park: Retirement Homes in Cleveland Heights, Ohio
Extraordinary Neighbors. Incredible Neighborhood.
Nestled in the tranquil, tree-lined streets of historic Cleveland Heights, Judson Park is a warm, welcoming community that offers a variety of retirement and assisted living options to fit your vibrant lifestyle. Located just minutes away from University Circle, you'll have easy access to magnificent art, music, education and philanthropic attractions, as well as world-renowned healthcare at Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals.
At Judson Park, you have the freedom to define your own way of living that is comfortable for you. Judson Park nursing home offers complete independence with the peace of mind that you can rely on comprehensive healthcare services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should the need arise.
It's All Here at Judson Park: One of the Best Nursing Homes in Cleveland, Ohio
As a premier retirement and assisted living community in Northeast Ohio, Judson Park offers a dynamic way of living to fulfill your intellectual, social and physical needs.
At Judson Park, our staff offers caring and personalized support for those needing daily assistance, assisted living or dedicated memory care community and our Judson Health Center, named one of the Best Nursing Homes in the Country by U.S. News and World Report and consistently rated 5 Stars by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, provides short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term skilled nursing.
The Judson Park Lifestyle
• Charming Ambler Heights neighborhood and inviting outdoor areas
• Walking distance to restaurants and shops in Cleveland's cultural hub
• Colorful gardens, mature trees, walking paths and a serene waterfall
• Close proximity to University Circle attractions
• Judson Park activity calendar has regularly scheduled off-site adventures and specifically curated on-site activities
• Scenic rooftop terrace
• Enriching lifelong learning and cultural events in partnership with Case Western Reserve University
• Stimulating intergenerational collaborations
• Health and well-being activities including water exercise classes in the indoor heated pool, strength training plans and exercise classes taught by certified instructors at the Judson Wellness Center
• On-site beauty salon and barbershop
• Inspiring art galleries and art studio
• Pet-friendly senior living with cats and dogs allowed in private rooms
• 24 hours / 7 days a week support and care when needed
• 5-star rated on-site rehabilitation center and skilled nursing
Learn about The Judson Park Lifestyle and our retirement homes near you in Cleveland, Ohio.
About
Judson Services, Inc., is a not-for-profit, interdenominational organization, which has served Northern Ohio since 1906. Judson's mission is Bringing Community to Life.
Judson currently operates Judson Park, Judson Manor, South Franklin Circle, the innovative membership program Judson at Home and Judson Home Care and Hospice.
Together they offer: independent living, assisted living, memory support services, short-term rehabilitative and long-term skilled nursing care, home care, hospice, community memberships, and outreach initiatives.
Judson operates three continuing care retirement communities (CCRC) in Northeast Ohio. The CCRC model provides independent retirement living, multiple levels of assisted living including memory care, skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation and home care.
Our Four Care Levels
All of our care levels offer amenities that take away the burden of maintaining a home including:
• Maintenance service
• Snow removal
• Landscaping/lawn care
• Housekeeping
• Linen service
• And many more
The four levels of care Judson offers within its CCRC communities are:
• Independent Retirement Living - For active seniors seeking a vibrant, engaging lifestyle, our independent living apartments offer a comfortable environment in a beautiful setting. With a wide selection of enriching programs and activities, your mind, body and spirit will thrive in our independent living communities.
• Assisted Living includes daily living support such as bathing, grooming, dressing, medication assistance and more. As an assisted living resident at a Judson continuing care retirement community, you can have the lifestyle you want with as much or as little support as you need.
• Memory Support Services - We offer a person-centered approach to enhance the lives of each resident with Alzheimer's, dementia and other cognitive challenges. Our comfort matters accredited staff works closely to design a care plan that is unique to each individual and incorporates feedback from the resident's family, physician and close friends.
• Short-Term Rehabilitation - Judson’s serves individuals recovering from an illness, injury or surgery after a hospital stay. Our goal is to improve the outcomes for each person under our care and help with a speedy recovery and transition back home.
If you prefer to receive healthcare and senior living services while remaining in your own home, check out https://www.judsonsmartliving.org/judsonathome.
Types of Care
Assisted LivingAt-Home CareHome Health and HospiceIndependent LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Private Rooms
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Professional Chef
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Fitness Center
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Medical Staff
- Outdoor Patio
- Pet Friendly
- Salon / Barber
- Transportation Services
- Walking Paths
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews
4.4overall · 18 ratings combined
4.4★ on Google (18)
Felicia West-Blake
Dec 2025
Suzanne Bloomfield, Jessica Lykes, and Carolton Grober; just to name a few of Judson Park"s dedicated team players that welcomed and combined my family with theirs. When the door opened there were no worries. These women made no empty promises. If they said it, it was done. My mom's job at that point was to focus on putting forth the effort towards her healing. As a family member; my job was simply to comfort my mom, encourage her, and focus all of my attention on supporting her. Nurse Maria and other staff members worked as a team to provide quality skilled nursing and personal care. Therapy was exceptional, my mom spoke often about her experiences. I can't say enough about the team effort that went onto the care that the staff at Judson Park provided for my mom. Thank you all for performing your part, as well as the residents; their love and kindness towards her will not go unappreciated. We will forever be Grateful. May GOD continue to shine his light on and through you in the days to come, ordering your steps, and Blessing your efforts to convert one soul at a time until HIS Kingdom comes...
Gloria Scott
Jan 2025
Clean and pleasant
Rimas Puskorius
Dec 2022
Beware of a switch and bait, which we recently experienced with this facility. The lack of responsiveness of their sales team also reflects a noted absence of client service and professionalism.
gretchen larson
Aug 2018
What is it that residents like so much about Judson Park? Is it the unique combination of residents—retired college professors, teachers, nurses, long time Clevelanders and newcomers to Cleveland? Is it the proximity to University Circle and downtown Cleveland?<br><br>The special quality for me is the Ambler Heights Neighborhood which includes Denton, Harcourt, Elandon, Devonshire and Chestnut Hills. The neighborhood was designed so that it could not become a cut-through between Cedar and North Park. And the secret has been well kept. Traffic is minimal, making the streets tranquil.<br><br>I enjoy trying to identify trees, shrubs and flowers. My new neighborhood is heavenly for that exercise because of its diversity. Not only can one find the usual maples and oaks, but our streets have Katsura, shadbush, gingko and Weeping beech trees. It keeps one looking up lot and going back to reference books. In April, the trees are in bloom and are beautiful as ever. This neighborhood is what makes Judson Park a great place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community offer?
Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community offers Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Is Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community pet friendly?
Yes — Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.
Where is Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community located?
Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community is located at 2181 Ambleside Dr in Cleveland, Ohio.
What do families say about Judson Park, a Judson Senior Living Community?
Families describe Judson Park as a warm, well-run community where staff and residents form close bonds, especially praising the rehabilitation and skilled nursing care after hospital stays. Reviewers also enjoy the social calendar, dining options, and the historic Ambler Heights setting near University Circle. A couple of reviews raise concerns about sales practices and the building's confusing layout.
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