33 Assisted Living Facilities near Cheektowaga, NY
There are 33 Assisted Living Facilities in the Cheektowaga area, with 4 in Cheektowaga and 29 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Cheektowaga is $4,150 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,450. Cheaper nearby regions include Lancaster with an average starting cost of $3,600.
To help you with your search, browse the 276 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Cheektowaga. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Cheektowaga 3.6 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lancaster with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Cheektowaga, NY
Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga
Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga
Glenwell
Hospice Buffalo Mitchell Campus
The Amberleigh
Elderwood Village at Bassett Park
Brookdale Kenmore
Elderwood Village at St. Gregory Court
Bristol Village, Inc.
Eden Heights of West Seneca
Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca
Elderwood Village at Williamsville
Tennyson Court
Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda
The Bristol Home
Mary Agnes Manor
Brompton Heights Senior Living
Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilit...
GreenField Continuing Care Community
Heathwood Assisted Living at Williams...
People Inc
Vinecroft
Park Creek Senior Living Community
Garden House
Lancaster Manor
Mcauley Residence
Blocher Homes
Liberty Apartment
Oakwood Senior Living
Lutheran Church Home of Buffalo
Brothers Of Mercy Sacred Heart Home
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Cheektowaga
Cheektowaga, New York, is the second-largest suburb of Buffalo and home to the largest mall in the Buffalo area, the Walden Galleria. Seniors can enjoy the town's rich cultural diversity, with many residents descendant from the Irish, Polish, German, Italian and French. Citizens can select from 38 assisted living facilities within the greater Cheektowaga area, with four directly in the suburb. Assisted living facilities in Cheektowaga and throughout New York are known as adult care facilities (ACF), and they provided long-term, nonmedical residential services to dependent adults. ACFs in Cheektowaga are licensed and regulated by the New York State Department of Health.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Cheektowaga
- The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority provides public transportation in Cheektowaga. Seniors qualify for half-off regular bus and rail fare in the surrounding areas. Conveniently, the town is home to the nearest major airport, Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
- Cheektowaga has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Cheektowaga Department of Senior Services, an organization that offers assistance in filing for Medicare and Medicaid, income tax preparation and visiting nurses in addition to a full schedule of recreational activities. There are also 35 senior citizen groups throughout the town.
- The Cheektowaga area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Sisters of Charity Hospital St. Joseph Campus, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Average temperatures in Cheektowaga typically range from 72 degrees in the winter to 25 degrees in the summer. Because of its location in western New York, Cheektowaga receives nearly 3.5 times more snow than the national average. In addition to the extreme precipitation, seniors should also be aware that Cheektowaga has experienced tornadoes in the past.
- The overall cost of living in Cheektowaga is 32 percent cheaper than the average cost of living in New York. Seniors who choose to live in this area will find Cheektowaga housing is nearly one-third the price of New York at large.
- On a scale of 1-100 (with 100 being best), Cheektowaga's air quality receives a score of 71, 13 percent higher than the national average. Cheektowaga's above-average air quality could suggest a better quality of life living for seniors with chronic illness aggravated by pollution.
Paying for Assisted Living in Cheektowaga
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Cheektowaga start around $4,150 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Cheektowaga and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cheektowaga
Seniors seeking financial assistance for assisted living in Cheektowaga should look to the Medicaid program's Assisted Living Program (ALP) waiver, available to 4,200 applicants, either private-paying or Medicaid recipients.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in New York page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Cheektowaga
Cheektowaga and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Cheektowaga, please visit our Assisted Living in New York page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Cheektowaga
Cheektowaga-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Cheektowaga
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Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga
Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga was expensive but very nice. It's a beautiful community. We went in a beautiful lobby with nice pictures. It had the feeling that the people who live there ha... Read more
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Review of Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga
My mom has moved into Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga. It has been wonderful. It is everything we thought it was going to be. They have done a marvelous job. I can't say enough about them.... Read more
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Review of Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga
We found Peregrine Senior Living for my father. Its very nice and the staff is pretty good, but sometimes you have to remind them of things to do. I think they could have more activities for the p... Read more
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