FAQs • Beachwood, OH • CivicEngage

Other important phone numbers:

United Way Services- First call for help 216-436-2000

Social Security Office 1-877-455-7048

Jewish Family Services 216-378-3439

Beachwood Library 216-831-6868

Beachwood Board of Education 216-464-2600

Illuminating Company 1-800-589-3101

Dominion East Ohio 1-800-362-7557

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Community Services

1. Can nonresidents participate in Beachwood programs?: Yes, there is a resident and non-resident rate for most activities.

2. Who is eligible for the senior van service?: Beachwood residents age 60+ living in an independent living setting are eligible for the senior van service. For additional detailed information regarding this service please view the following link Senior Van Service Information

3. Is the space at the Beachwood Community Center available to rent?: Yes, to all Beachwood Residents and Beachwood Businesses. For additional detailed info regarding rates and room sizes please go to the following attached information. Community Center

4. Who is permitted to become a member of Beachwood Family Aquatic Center?: Beachwood residents and Beachwood business employees. Please see the attached link for additional information regarding rates, restrictions, and resident verification requirements
Beachwood Family Aquatic Center Information

5. Am I able to get a refund for a class/event I registered for?: Refunds are subject to certain restrictions based on the program/event. Please see the following link for detailed information regarding our refund policy
Refund Policy Information

6. What is the easiest way to register for a program on line?: 1. In the web browser at the very TOP of the web page (not the search engine) type www.beachwoodohio.com/registration in the web browser and hit the ENTER key.
2. The first thing that will appear is our refund policy, read and click I AGREE.
3. Click on Register for Activities (left side of screen).
4. Select the appropriate book (i.e. 2013 July/August Upperclassman, 2013 Spring Summer Recreation Programs)
5. Find the activity and then click on “register” located on the right side of the screen.
6. The system will instruct from this point forward.

7. Is there a park located in Beachwood to run/walk close to nature?: Yes. Beachwood City Park, which is located between the Shaker Blvd. medians off of Richmond Road. It has paved trails, a pavilion, sledding hill and a bathroom. Please see the attached link for additional detailed information including park rules
Beachwood City Park Information

8. What is the Beachwood Arts Council and how can I reach them?: The Beachwood Art Council is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that has supported the arts in Northeast Ohio since 1964. Our efforts encourage the development and appreciation of the visual and performing arts and provide access to quality works of art that reflect the diverse cultures of our region. Email or visit their website

9. How do I keep informed if my child's game has been canceled due to weather?: Sign up for text alerts by texting BEACHWOODREC to 84483 (for soccer), or BEACHWOODBASEBALL to 84483 (for baseball/softball) to receive alerts on canceled games. Also, you can sign up for our automated alert system through Rained Out. Visit www.rainedout.net, select Beachwood Recreation and follow the instructions.

10. How do I buy a Beachwood Family Aquatic Center Pass?: A Beachwood Family Aquatic Center Pass can be bought either at the Recreation office or at the Aquatic Center once it has opened. Two forms of ID are required at time of purchase: a current utility bill and a drivers license. For detailed information please see the Beachwood Family Aquatic Center page
Beachwood Family Aquatic Center

11. How do I register for camp?: Camp packets are available in the Recreation Office and Community Center Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. Residents must show proof of residency, a current utility bill AND a photo ID with your current address. Packets must be picked up and dropped off to the office.