Falling Water Healthcare Center sits on the north side of Strongsville, Ohio, just off Pearl Road and Falling Water Road, and the place has been caring for older adults for over 20 years now, serving both short-term rehab guests and long-term residents who may need nursing help, and I've noticed it's part of the CommuniCare family of companies, which means they pull from a larger support system within the company. The center offers skilled nursing services and rehab, like physical, occupational, and speech therapy, so folks who come here after a surgery or injury get help getting back on their feet, and for those who need more ongoing care, they've got specialized dementia and Alzheimer's programs, along with palliative care for those dealing with serious illness. There's onsite kidney dialysis-something called Trach Dialysis-and they can support people with tracheostomies, which is not what you see everywhere. Staff are English-speaking and there's a steady team around for 12-16 hours each day, plus a 24-hour call button in the rooms, although sometimes the waits can be a little long, so it pays to keep that in mind.
It's not a huge place, with a certified bed capacity of 35 out of 135 available beds as of June 2025, but you'll find the rooms are furnished and folks here can take part in activities like Tai Chi, therapy pet visits, Wii bowling, and even a resident-run programs for those who like to stay busy. Social and recreational programs run daily, and they've even got a yearly community car show that draws people in for live music, with families getting involved too. There are comfortable common areas-like an arts room, game room, fitness room, library, walking paths, and lovely gardens, so folks can enjoy the outdoors or find a quiet corner to read. They accept both Medicare and Medicaid and offer nutritional counseling if needed. There's also medication management, help with bathing, dressing, transfers, and plenty of assistance for folks who can't get around so well, so non-ambulatory care's included.
I've heard the rehab program is well regarded and the place really focuses on person-centered care, which means the residents and their families get to help make the plans for what care looks like. They try to create a supportive and friendly environment where staff build long-term relationships with the residents, and a lot of effort goes into making sure people feel connected, whether that's through scheduled everyday activities or a friendly chat in the garden. They do try to balance emotional and physical health for everyone, aiming to help people keep as much independence as they can. Right now they're not accepting new residents, but for those who are there, the goal's simple-helping each person stay as healthy and comfortable as possible, with a dedicated team on hand and a range of services under one roof.
