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Cardinal Court Memory Care & Transitional Assisted Living in Strongsville, OH

Cardinal Court Memory Care & Transitional Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Strongsville, OH.

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Cardinal Court Memory Care & Transitional Assisted Living in Strongsville, OH

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, nightstand, and large window letting in natural light.

  • Decor

    A spacious bedroom with two neatly made beds, large windows, and patterned curtains.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with two chairs, warm lighting, and floor-length curtains.

  • Building

    A modern commercial building with a welcoming entrance and landscaped surroundings.

  • Architecture

    A scenic courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and landscaped plants.

  • Landscaping

    A modern house with a landscaped patio and garden.

  • Garden

    A view of a building with an outdoor patio area, surrounded by greenery.

  • Entrance

    A modern building entrance with neatly landscaped surroundings.

  • Seating Area

    A tranquil courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by seating and lush landscaping.

  • Bathroom

    A clean, handicap-accessible bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

  • Lounge

    Cozy lounge area with comfortable seating and vibrant mural.

18719 Drake Road, Strongsville, OH 44136

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 36 reviews
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Overall Review of Cardinal Court Memory Care & Transitional Assisted Living

differentiator 12 reviews mention this

Memory care suits dementia needs

Residents and families describe memory-care support that focuses on dementia day to day.

Multiple reviewers mention Alzheimer’s or dementia as the reason they chose Cardinal Court and describe day-to-day support that felt tailored to how their loved ones were functioning. Several specifically reference staff approaches like calm redirection and treating residents with dignity, which reviewers link to improvements in behavior and comfort. Others describe staff helping families through major transitions related to memory loss, including situations that required ongoing guidance while the family adjusted.

common 21 reviews mention this

Staff compassion and communication

Reviews consistently describe compassionate, approachable staff and responsive check-ins.

A large share of reviewers praise staff for being kind, patient, and welcoming, including front desk and administration. Families also describe communication that eases worries during difficult transitions, with caregivers checking in with relatives during visits and staff being responsive to questions. Even where reviews raise concerns, they still discuss how issues were handled and whether families felt heard, reinforcing that communication is a key part of the day-to-day experience.

common 7 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents are described as having scheduled activities and chances to stay involved.

Several reviewers say the community keeps residents engaged with scheduled daily activities, resident involvement, and group moments like trivia. Others note that activity levels can vary, with one reviewer wishing there were more engagement at first and another describing an activity that felt too passive. Still, the overall feedback suggests activities are a visible part of life here, though families differ on how effective they feel.

common 8 reviews mention this

Clean, homey facility design

Reviews point to a clean, well-kept building with a comfortable, home-like feel.

Reviewers frequently describe the facility as clean and well maintained, and some add details about the layout and rooms feeling spacious or welcoming. A few also mention outdoor and courtyard space as part of what makes visits more comfortable for residents and families. While some critical reviews still call out that the building looks good, they pair that with concerns about resident care quality, separating appearance from outcomes.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Staffing and neglect concerns

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and inadequate resident care.

A handful of reviewers describe serious problems such as being short-staffed and not having enough support to meet resident needs. One reviewer uses very strong language about “skeleton crew,” while others describe neglect-related observations like delayed checks after call buttons and repeated issues with basic care. These comments also include concerns about accountability when questions are raised, which is a clear counterweight to the many positive experiences.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Mixed feedback on meals

Meal quality is a mixed point, with some describing problems with portions or consistency.

Some reviewers mention concerns about meal service, including small portions, inconsistency with what was expected, and complaints about food quality. At the same time, other reviewers report having meals that met or exceeded expectations during visits. One critical review also ties food and activity execution to broader care concerns, while positive reviewers separate meal experience from overall care praise.

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Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Spa Spa
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Cleveland-Hopkins International (8 miles away) Cleveland-Hopkins International (8 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

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Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Marc's Stores (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Discount Drug Mart (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Marc's Stores (3.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Allergy Diagnostic (0.7 miles)
  • Digestive Disease Consultants (4 miles)
  • Southwest Family Physicians (5.7 miles)
  • Ent Allergy Health (5.7 miles)
  • Cuyahoga County Board of Health (8.9 miles)
  • Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (10.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark 383 Strongsville (1.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.6 miles)
  • The Rail (1.6 miles)
  • Condado Tacos (1.7 miles)
  • TGI Friday's (1.8 miles)
  • Mitchell's Ice Cream (1.8 miles)
  • Rosewood Grill (1.9 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.9 miles)

Parks

  • Strongsville Wildlife Area (2.5 miles)
  • Surrarrer Park (4.1 miles)
  • Metroparks Mill Stream Run Reserve North (4.3 miles)
  • James Day Park (6.2 miles)
  • Hinkley Reservation (7.8 miles)
  • Rocky River Reservation (8.6 miles)
  • Cleveland Metroparks - Big Creek Reservation (8.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Benchmark Imaging Group (2.6 miles)
  • Medina General Hospital (3.7 miles)
  • The Children's Center of Medina County (9.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Ambrose Endowment Foundation (2.7 miles)
  • St Matthew's Episcopal Church (10.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (3.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Concourse C (8.2 miles)
  • TSA Checkpoint C (8.4 miles)
  • United Airlines Ticket Counter (8.4 miles)
  • Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) (8.4 miles)
  • Concourse B (8.4 miles)
  • American Airlines Ticket Counter (8.4 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (9.2 miles)

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