Judson Senior Living

Northeast Ohio's Non-Profit Leader in Senior Living Since 1906

Judson Senior Living, operated by the non-profit Judson Services, Inc., provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, home care, hospice, and life plan community/CCRC living in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Founded in 1906, Judson has served Northeast Ohio for nearly 120 years across three retirement communities, Judson Park, Judson Manor, and South Franklin Circle, along with Judson Home Care and Judson Hospice, serving clients in their own homes.

Note on community count: Senior Care Finder's listing shows 4 communities. This reflects Judson's three residential retirement communities (Judson Park, Judson Manor, and South Franklin Circle) plus Judson at Home Services, its separate non-medical home care service line, listed individually since it is a distinct type of service rather than a residential community.

Visit the official Judson Senior Living website to learn more about the organization's communities and services.

Company at a Glance

●       Headquarters: Cleveland, Ohio

●       Founded: 1906

●       Current leadership: Kendra J. Urdzik, President and Chief Executive Officer of Judson Services, Inc.

●       Approximate portfolio size: 3 residential retirement communities (Judson Park, Judson Manor, and South Franklin Circle) plus a separate home care service line (Judson at Home Services), represented as 4 total listings on Senior Care Finder

●       States served: Ohio

●       Care and lifestyle options: Independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care/skilled nursing, home care (non-medical), hospice, and life plan community/CCRC

●       Ownership: Non-profit; non-denominational

●       Official website: judsonsmartliving.org

Senior Living and Care Options

Each Judson community is designed to offer multiple levels of care, though not every option is available at every location. Depending on the community, options may include:

●       Independent living

●       Assisted living

●       Memory support, accredited by ComfortMatters®

●       Skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation, through the Judson Health Center

●       Home care and hospice, through Judson Home Care and Judson Hospice

Families should confirm current care levels and availability directly with the specific community. Families can also review independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing options near them on Senior Care Finder.

What Makes Judson Senior Living Different?

A 120-Year Legacy in Northeast Ohio

Judson has served older adults in the Cleveland area since 1906, making it one of the region's longest-standing non-profit senior living organizations, with a stated mission of “Bringing Community to Life.”

ComfortMatters® Accredited Memory Care

Judson is one of a select number of organizations nationwide to earn ComfortMatters® accreditation, a nationally recognized, person-centered approach to dementia care focused on comfort, dignity, and purpose at every stage of a resident's journey.

Major New Investment in Specialized Memory Care

In July 2026, Judson broke ground on the A. William & Joanne Reynolds Memory Care Neighborhood at its South Franklin Circle campus, an innovative small-home model designed around intimate households of up to 36 residents, expected to welcome residents in late 2027. Learn more from independent coverage in McKnight's Senior Living.

Sustained National Recognition Across Multiple Care Types

Judson Manor has been named to Newsweek's America's Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities list for three consecutive years, ranking first in Cleveland and eighth in Ohio, while Judson Park's health center has received a 5-star rating from U.S. News & World Report's Best Nursing Homes program, reflecting strong performance across both independent/assisted living and skilled nursing care.

Signature Programs and Services

ComfortMatters® is Judson's accredited, person-centered memory care philosophy, focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for residents living with dementia. Judson at Home is a membership program connecting older adults living at home to resources, community, and Judson's services and programs, even if they do not live at a Judson community. Availability of specific programs may vary; families should ask a specific location for details.

Life at a Judson Community

Depending on the community and care level, residents may find:

●       Access to cultural events, given Judson Manor and Judson Park's location near Cleveland's University Circle

●       90 acres of woodlands, ponds, and trails at South Franklin Circle in Chagrin Falls

●       Lifelong learning opportunities and diverse social programming

●       Access to skilled nursing and rehabilitation through the Judson Health Center

Because Judson's three communities each have a distinct setting and character, families are encouraged to tour the specific community they are considering and confirm current care levels, staffing, and amenities directly.

What Residents and Families Say

Ratings for individual Judson communities on Senior Care Finder are solid: Judson Manor shows 4.7 out of 5, Judson Park and Judson at Home Services each show 4.4, and South Franklin Circle shows 4.1. Independently, Judson Manor has been named to Newsweek's Best CCRC list for three consecutive years, and Judson Park's health center has earned a 5-star U.S. News rating for skilled nursing care. Families should still review ratings and comments for the specific community they are considering, since experience can vary by location.

Leadership

Kendra J. Urdzik is President and Chief Executive Officer of Judson Services, Inc. She has worked in aging services since 2001 and has focused her leadership on workforce development, Judson's memory support programs, and using technology to enhance information sharing and quality of life for residents.

Visit the official Judson Senior Living leadership page for the complete and most current executive team.

Recent News, Growth, and Recognition

Judson Breaks Ground on New Memory Care Neighborhood

In July 2026, Judson Senior Living broke ground on the A. William & Joanne Reynolds Memory Care Neighborhood at South Franklin Circle, an innovative small-home model expected to welcome residents in late 2027.

Read independent coverage from McKnight's Senior Living.

Judson Manor Named to Newsweek's Best CCRC List for a Third Consecutive Year

In December 2025, Judson Manor was recognized on Newsweek's America's Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities list for the third consecutive year, ranking first in Cleveland and eighth statewide in Ohio.

Judson Park Earns 5-Star U.S. News Rating for Skilled Nursing

In December 2025, Judson Park's health center was again recognized by U.S. News & World Report in its Best Nursing Homes category, receiving the publication's highest 5-star rating for long-term skilled nursing care.

Read independent coverage via Yahoo Finance/PR Newswire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Judson Senior Living? Judson Senior Living is a non-profit senior living organization in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 1906, operating three retirement communities plus home care and hospice services.

Where is Judson Senior Living headquartered? Judson Senior Living is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.

Who leads Judson Senior Living? Judson Senior Living is led by President and CEO Kendra J. Urdzik.

How many communities does Judson Senior Living operate? Judson operates 3 residential retirement communities (Judson Park, Judson Manor, and South Franklin Circle). Senior Care Finder's listing shows 4 total entries because Judson at Home Services, a separate home care service line, is listed individually.

What care options does Judson Senior Living offer? Depending on the community, Judson offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, home care, hospice, and life plan/CCRC living.

What is ComfortMatters? ComfortMatters is a nationally recognized, person-centered dementia care accreditation that Judson has earned, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for residents living with memory loss.

Is Judson building any new communities or expansions? Yes. In July 2026, Judson broke ground on the A. William & Joanne Reynolds Memory Care Neighborhood at South Franklin Circle, expected to open in late 2027.

Has Judson received independent recognition? Yes. Judson Manor has been named to Newsweek's Best CCRC list for three consecutive years, and Judson Park's health center has earned a 5-star U.S. News rating for skilled nursing care.

What do reviews say about Judson's communities? Ratings are solid, ranging from 4.1 to 4.7 out of 5 on Senior Care Finder. Families should review ratings and comments for the specific community they are considering.

How can someone find a Judson community or schedule a tour? Families can search Judson Senior Living communities on Senior Care Finder or contact a specific property directly through its Senior Care Finder listing to ask about availability and schedule a tour.

Explore Judson Senior Living Communities

Choosing a senior living community is a personal decision shaped by care needs, location, and budget. View Judson Senior Living communities on Senior Care Finder to compare individual locations, care options, and reviews.

Because care levels and amenities vary by community, families are encouraged to compare several options, confirm current details directly, and visit in person before making a final decision.

Judson Senior Living is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate individual communities, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.

Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed July 2026.