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With a name like “City of Good Neighbors,” it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that Buffalo has an extremely strong sense of community. Even being the second largest city in New York, its culture is one of support, especially when it comes to the senior population. Not only will you find an array of senior centers and activities but a number of senior living facilities, including five in our partner network, that offer memory care — a subset of assisted living designed to meet a range of medical, functional, safety, and social needs of people who have Alzheimer’s disease or a dementia-related diagnosis.
And while any one of the memory care facilities in the Buffalo area will provide a safe and structured environment with dementia therapies, A Place for Mom is here to help you find a place that matches the distinct needs of your loved one. To better assist you, we’ve put together a guide detailing our partner memory care facilities within a 10-mile radius of Buffalo’s city center, ranked by a variety of categories. In this guide, you can also review payment options, local and state regulations, transportation services, health care, and more.
Types of care available in Buffalo, NY
Memory Care
It is very pricey and they do not have a regular medical check up unless you get sick or need a doctor so we wish that would change. Other than that the community is very clean, the staff we do know are wonderful, our loved one enjoys the meals especially the salads. The activities are still pretty limited.
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.
The ambience is comfortable and not clinical like some others Staff is friendly and helpful, easy to work with No negatives to report
2971 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY 14217
There are varied amenities in area from restaurants to churches to parks .. only below average point I would make is the parking or lack of .
Here you’ll get to redefine your independence, pursue new hobbies and live your life your way. At our enhanced assisted living community, you’ll have choices for how to spend your time. With enhanced assisted living, you’ll have assistance with medications, dressing and bathing, as well as...
2330 Maple Road, Williamsville, NY 14221
Overall, the experience at The Amberleigh has been pretty good. However, the food quality has been poor for awhile. The place has gone through quite a bit of kitchen staff. There was recent turnover again....
Explore new interests at The Amberleigh, where our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness programs. Our Williamsville, New York, Independent...
101 Sterling Drive, Orchard Park, NY 14127
My loved one is a resident at Peregrine Senior Living at Orchard Park and everything has been great so far. I would recommend this facility to others.
Peregrine's Landing at Orchard Park Memory Care Community is located in Orchard Park, New York, an outstanding suburb southeast of Buffalo. Our care specialty is focused on the memory impaired; but not only that, our resident's are revered and respected for their contribution to society as a...
6076 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221
I'd say my biggest complaint would be the lack of communication. The front staff has been great. Some of the nurses and aids that work with residents can be difficult to deal with or just generally...
A place that is familiar and comforting—that’s home. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they are. For people...
575 Cayuga Creek Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
I am very happy with my decision, this was not easy for me. The whole staff was very supportive and helped me through the process. EVERYONE is very good with the residents. I always got a return phone call,...
At Peregrine's Landing Senior Community, every day you will be greeted by members of our friendly, caring staff who will offer freshly prepared, restaurant-style meals in our elegant dining room. Participate in exciting, fulfilling daily activities. Or, visit with friends and family, enjoy a...
580 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca, NY 14224
We think the facility is very nice. Our experience the past year has been very good. Overall I think our complaint would be with the day of arrival entry process. It was VERY long, often duplicative of...
Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca offers an independent lifestyle with caring personal attention. The community in West Seneca, New York, features comfortable common spaces and private studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. The backyard patio features a lovely koi pond and overlooks a...
49 Tennyson Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221
The staff at Tennyson Court was the best and they were so caring towards our loved one. Tennyson court was a very good experience. They had concern for my issues as well as taking care of my husband.
While it is easy to boast about the true beauty of Tennyson Court our dedicated and professional team members are our true offering. Tennyson Court Assisted Living and Memory Care has been providing outstanding care to the WNY community for over 20 years. Our Nurses and Care Aides have been...
245 Bassett Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221
Staff is very friendly. Housekeeping and maintenance do an excellent job. Communication with family is lacking at times, but has definitely improved after my mom has been there for a few months. My mom...
Elderwood Village at Bassett Park offers exceptional assisted living services in the historic village of Williamsville, New York. As part of the Buffalo Metro Region, Williamsville is a great place to call home offering all the charm of small town living and the conveniences that come from being...
5271 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221
I would recommend. We toured only two facilities and really liked Elderwood in Williamsville. My mom is very happy there. And I'm so grateful for the assistance I got from you.
Elderwood Village at Williamsville offers an independent lifestyle with a caring, personal touch. Our community, located close to the Village of Williamsville, features studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes. Our experienced and attentive staff handles cooking, housekeeping and...
229 Bennett Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Overall our experience with Elderwood Assisted Living has been a good one. The staff is very compassionate, and they do a great job explaining everything that is going to be going on. We had a few difficult...
Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga is a assisted living community located in the growing town of Cheektowaga, NY. Cheektowaga is located in Erie County, close to Buffalo, and home to just over 88,000 people. Cheektowaga has a lot of great stores, shopping, and restaurants giving residents...
111 Ensminger Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150
it's going okay with my loved one being here so far. i've personally spent some time at another Elderwood community and did not like it. they have several locations, and this one gets a FIVE!
While we may be new to the Elderwood family, our facility has been located in Tonawanda for over 20 years. Formally Tonawanda Manor, Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda prides itself on the staff that have worked here for decades. Our administrator, Ann Marie, has been a part of our community...
275 Brompton Road, Williamsville, NY 14221
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals...
Assisted LivingFor the active senior who seeks to maintain a healthy and enriched lifestyle without the worries of maintaininga home, the Assisted Living services and accommodations at Brompton Heights offerthe perfect solution. Our community is more like home than ever before. In addition to...
3030 Clinton St, West Seneca, NY 14224
Eden Heights was a wonderful facility. We chose them because it was quick, they had availability, and they took her on short notice. The room sizes at the facility were adequate for what she needed. The...
Eden Heights of West SenecaEden Heights is an assisted living community that is found among the rolling hills and wide open skies of West Seneca, NY. Our community is only minutes from downtown Buffalo, which gives visiting relatives plenty of lodging and dining choices during their visit. Eden...
1500 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14209
We are very pleased with the Bristol home. Mom is also very happy there. She has made friends and is much more active. All personnel are friendly. We feel she is safe and well cared for.
The Bristol Home is a non-profit assisted living facility located in the theatre district of Downtown Buffalo. The Bristol Home has served the needs of the area's elderly women for more than one hundred and thirty-five years. Our mission is to continue providing exceptional care and services to...
2248 Old Union Rd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Was expectibg one of the lower tier homes for the price but it’s very nice there!
There’s something for everyone at Glenwell, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
3456 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, NY 14217
Very busy place. Residents seem very active a lot of them seem to come and go as they please. Facility was clean; had scheduled activities; staff seemed friendly; outdoor space was being utilized by...
There’s something for everyone at Kenwell, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located just around the corner from shopping,...
201 Reist Street, Williamsville, NY 14221
135 Evans St, Williamsville, NY 14221
410 Mill St., Williamsville, NY 14221
2680 N Forest Road, Amherst, NY 14068
2650 N Forest Road, Getzville, NY 14068
111 Saint Gregory Ct, Williamsville, NY 14221
I have regularily been going there for over six years and It has never had a smell of any kind. It is very clean and the food is very good. I have had two relatives there, one of which is my mom. I...
Elderwood St. Gregory Court offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities, and beautiful...
725 Renaissance Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221
5539 Broadway St, Lancaster, NY 14086
The average monthly cost of a memory care facility in Buffalo, New York, comes in at $4,396, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This figure includes housing, meals, associated fees, and add-on service fees, such as 24-hour supervision, medication management, dementia therapies, and memory-enhancing activities — to name only a few.
Being an average, however, costs do vary based on a range of factors, including location, floor plan, layout, and level of care. You may also find facilities that offer additional amenities and services, which could increase the monthly cost. Additionally, seniors and their families often run into what’s known as an admission or entrance fee, which is a one-time, upfront expense to secure a place in the facility.
The following figures represent the average baseline costs of memory care for the immediate Buffalo area and do not necessarily include additional fees for ancillary services.
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Paying for memory care often entails utilizing a combination of private and public resources. Below, you can find details on a variety of payment methods, including Medicare, Medicaid, VA benefits, and personal funds.
For many seniors, a portion of the costs for memory care comes from personal funds. These might include personal savings accounts, pensions, Social Security benefits, distributions from retirement accounts, income generated from investments, and any of the following:
In the State of New York, memory care is considered a form of assisted living. As a result, any community providing memory care requires a license and a special certification through the New York State Department of Health to operate – not only an Assisted Living Residence (ALR) license, but also a Special Needs Assisted Living Residence (SNALR) certification as well.
The community would then be subject to inspections by the New York State Department of Health every 12 months to 18 months to ensure the residence meets all required regulations, which would include but not limited to the following:
If you’d like to review past inspection reports, you can do so via the New York State Department of Health’s website. To find inspection reports, look up the facility by name. Then, click the inspection tab for more information, or look up facilities by county or type.
New York State Department of Health
Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12237
Phone: 866-881-2809
Email: dohweb@health.ny.gov
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Although the state of New York does not have any COVID-19 mandates on memory care facilities, It isn’t uncommon for senior living communities to have their own COVID-19 regulations, the majority of which will follow the CDC’s guidelines and safety measures. The Erie County Department of Health also provides guidelines.
Communities do not require but strongly encourage vaccinations and boosters.
People may choose to mask at any time, and it is especially encouraged for those experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
Guidelines recommended cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch surfaces regularly.
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Within the 10-mile radius of Buffalo’s city center, you will find two stand-alone memory care facilities, two assisted living facilities that provide memory care, and one that offers a combination of independent living, assisted living, and memory care in A Place For Mom’s network.
There’s no such thing as a cookie-cutter approach to memory care. It depends on the individual and stage of dementia, which is why you’ll find both stand-alone memory care facilities and assisted living communities that also offer memory care. This type of arrangement allows seniors in the early stages of the disease to live somewhat independent lives through assisted living. All of the Buffalo memory care facilities within A Place for Mom’s network provide redirection, cuing, and disorientation care as well as restlessness, pacing, and wandering care. In the Buffalo area, residents can also take advantage of occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy while living in a memory care facility.
Facilities that offer memory care in Buffalo must meet very different housing standards than other senior living communities. For one, the community must provide 24-hour awake staff. The same is true for providing an enclosed courtyard to allow residents a safe and secure outdoor environment. Some of our partner communities are also equipped with wander guards or similar systems.
Memory care facilities generally offer activities that promote engagement, cognitive training, and physical activity. All the communities we partner with employ an activity director to ensure residents engage their brains and bodies regularly. Many of the communities also have an onsite arts and crafts center, game room, movie room, and TV lounge.
When it comes to maintaining familiarity, keeping a treasured pet with your loved one can be extremely important to make a space feel like home. Thankfully, 60% of the memory care facilities in A Place for Mom’s network allow residents to keep pets.
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A wide range of health care options are available in the Buffalo area, many of which offer care services that can be of great benefit to the senior population.
U.S. News & World Report ranked this hospital at the top of the list for Buffalo medical care. It is also ranked in 13 areas as a high performer, inducing aortic valve surgery, heart bypass surgery, and stroke care.[05]
U.S. News & World Reports give the high performance ranking to Mercy in heart attack care and three other adult specialties.[05]
Erie County Medical Center is known for being top-notch in hip replacements, earning a high performance rating in this area from U.S. News & World Report.[05]
Kidney failure and COPD care are two of the three areas that U.S. News & World Report says Sisters of Charity performs highly in.[05]
Buffalo’s veteran population can get primary medical care as well as specialty health services at the VA’s main medical center in the area.
Whether for a doctor’s visit, errand, or group outing, 80% of our partner memory care facilities in Buffalo provide complimentary transportation for residents, while the rest provide it at cost. But other options are available for you and your loved one to get around if you want to take them out for something special.
The Metro Rail is one line in Buffalo and the Metro buses run a fleet of more than 320 buses across both Erie and Niagara counties. Both options are wheelchair accessible, and 60% of our partner memory care facilities are conveniently located close to at least one of these options.
The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) has also established the Paratransit Access Line (PAL), a shared ride service that provides curb-to-curb transportation for riders who cannot travel alone or require more assistance than an average accessible stop would provide. More importantly, NFTA has also established a Personal Care Attendant (PAC) program for people who are unable to travel independently. When applying for PAL, make sure to indicate the need for PAC assistance. For more information on eligibility requirements or the application process, visit the NFTA website or call 716-855-7267. Seniors with Alzheimer’s or a dementia-related illness should always travel with a caretaker, and this is especially the case with public transportation.
Much like PAL, Accessible Dispatch is a curb-to-curb ride service for individuals with disabilities. However, there are no eligibility requirements to use the service other than being needs-based. Door-to-door assistance is also available. Rides can be scheduled either through the mobile app or by calling 646-599-9999. The Erie County Department of Senior Services offers transportation assistance to individuals who are 60 and older through its Going Places program. Call 716-858-RIDE or 716-858-7433 to schedule the service.
With Buffalo’s rich history, thriving arts scene, and stunning parks, there’s no shortage of things to do in the area with your loved one. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the extensive park system, which was designed by the renowned landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted, would be ideal for taking your loved one to.
Delaware Park, in particular, is a must, with 350 acres of rolling meadows, expansive green spaces, trees, gardens, a picturesque lake, and myriad walking paths. You can even take in a game of croquette. Just don’t forget to visit the other parks in the Olmsted parks system, which are just as breathtaking, like Front Park, Cazenovia Park, Riverside Park, and South Park, to name only a few.
In fact, South Park is home to the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, another Buffalo destination spot. Visitors get a chance to soak in not only the sights and smells of a wide variety of exotic plants from around the world but the amazing architecture of this historic site. Plus, the facilities are entirely wheelchair accessible.
Activities within the memory care facilities themselves are great for your loved one to do independently or for you to join in on as well. With 80% of our Buffalo memory care facilities in A Place for Mom’s network having an arts and crafts center, you and your loved one can bond while you craft memories together to display in their room. Your loved one will also be able to watch movies or play games with you or friends they make in their new homes as 60% of Buffalo memory care facilities in A Place for Mom’s network have dedicated movie and game rooms.
Brookdale Kenmore, The Amberleigh and Peregrine Senior Living at Orchard Park are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Buffalo, NY. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Memory Care in Buffalo is 4,061 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy. (2018). Buffalo’s Frederick Law Olmsted Legacy: The Park System that Started It All.
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