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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Erie County, NY

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Photo of Peregrine Senior Living at Orchard Park
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9.5
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9.5
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28 reviews
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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.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Peregrine 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 whole as well as...
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9.2
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55 reviews
9.2
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55 reviews
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16%
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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,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Photo of Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca
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8.7
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24 reviews
8.7
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24 reviews
5 star
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29%
3 star
8%
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8%
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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...
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Photo of Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg
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8.6
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17 reviews
8.6
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17 reviews
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Elderwood is very clean and comfortable. We were very satisfied overall with the card she received. I would recommend Elderwood in Hamburg, NY.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in the Village of Hamburg, New York, Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg offers an independent lifestyle, with caring personal attention. Special features include comfortably furnished living areas set in a historic Masonic temple. Enjoy peace of mind as you relax in your private one or...
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8.0
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13 reviews
8.0
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13 reviews
5 star
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I recently moved my dad in to Eden Heights. I never wanted to put my dad in a home but he had no choice. I am so happy I found Eden Heights. The staff is wonderful. It was difficult for my dad, with...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Eden Heights community offers assisted living services in charming Eden, New York. With the beautiful scenery from the mountains to Lake Erie that surround Eden, our residents always have a view to enjoy. Our residents can enjoy the views of Lake Erie from our front porch, or from the walking...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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...
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8.0
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22 reviews
8.0
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22 reviews
5 star
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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...
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My mother has been enjoying her stay at the Orchard Heights. The meals are wonderful I've had a chance to try them myself. They have a range of activities that the residents could engage in daily. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Orchard Heights our residents are welcomed into a caring community where they are surrounded by all the amenities of home, plus the personal attention of our dedicated staff. From around-the-clock care by licensed nurses and personal care assistants to activities tailored to residents and...
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Was expectibg one of the lower tier homes for the price but it’s very nice there!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Erie County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Erie County is $4,663 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NY with an average of $3,937 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Erie County, NY vs. nearby counties

Erie County, NY
$4,663/mo
$4,455/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Erie County, NY vs. the state and national average

Erie County, NY
$4,663/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Erie County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,663/mo
$4,677/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Erie County, NY by room type

Semi-Private
$5,713/mo
Studio
$6,085/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,400/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,554/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Erie County over time

Erie County, NYNY stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Erie County, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Erie County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Erie County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Erie County

Tennyson Court in Williamsville, NY

5.0
After touring 5 communities in the area, we settled on Tennyson Court. I cannot understate how happy I am with the decision we made. This family run business has some of the sweetest employees I've ever met. Not to mention, the food is top notch!

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY

3.6
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 are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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The Amberleigh in Williamsville, NY

3.3
They need to get their food service situated. It's a regular occurrence that they don't even serve meals and/or run out of food. It's nice, but the food situation is a huge disappointment. These folks are counting on (and paying for) 3 meals per day and not getting them. It has a drastic ...
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Erie County review score based on 34 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 10 Erie County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Erie County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Erie County review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Erie County, NY10 facilities
8.7
Blasdell, NY11 facilities
9.1
East Aurora, NY5 facilities

Review subcategories for Erie County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 34 reviews of 10 Erie County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Erie County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Erie County, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Erie County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Erie County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Erie County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Erie County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Erie County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Erie County, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Erie County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Erie County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Erie County, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Erie County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Erie County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Erie County, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Erie County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Erie County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Erie County, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
10%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Erie County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Erie County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Erie County, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Erie County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Erie County protect seniors.

Learn about New York Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Kenmore, The Amberleigh and Peregrine Senior Living at Orchard Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Erie County, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 12 assisted living facilities near Erie County, New York. See the full list.

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