Seniors interested in small-town living are likely to appreciate the village of Kenmore, NY. It’s closer to Toronto, Canada (about a two-hour drive) than it is to Manhattan (approximately 6.2-hours by car), and it has a population of 15,205 people. About 15.6% of residents are seniors over the age of 65, so there are plenty of people of all ages to meet.
Seniors can be part of a community by residing in an assisted living facility that focuses on supporting senior residents. This support can range from offering events and activities to helping with dietary concerns and medication management. Seniors in the Kenmore area pay about $4,741 monthly for assisted living, close to the national and New York State averages.
This guide is a good starting point for seniors who want to learn more about assisted living care in Kenmore and how moving to a facility could affect their budget.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Kenmore, New York
2971 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY, 14217
Brookdale Kenmore, an assisted living facility, is located in one of the largest cities in the country, Buffalo, New York. From the Buffalo Zoo to exploring the canal, there is plenty to enjoy in the
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Brookdale Kenmore, an assisted living facility, is located in one of the largest cities in the country, Buffalo, New York. From the Buffalo Zoo to exploring the canal, there is plenty to enjoy in the city, and members of this community enjoy easy access to it all. Residents constantly mention the engaged and attentive staff, with regular visits from housekeeping and spacious apartments. The dining room is set up like a restaurant, and activities include everything from educational lectures and discussions to gardening, helping to build a tight-knit caring community.
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Brookdale Kenmore, an assisted living facility, is located in one of the largest cities in the country, Buffalo, New York. From the Buffalo Zoo to exploring the canal, there is plenty to enjoy in the
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Brookdale Kenmore, an assisted living facility, is located in one of the largest cities in the country, Buffalo, New York. From the Buffalo Zoo to exploring the canal, there is plenty to enjoy in the city, and members of this community enjoy easy access to it all. Residents constantly mention the engaged and attentive staff, with regular visits from housekeeping and spacious apartments. The dining room is set up like a restaurant, and activities include everything from educational lectures and discussions to gardening, helping to build a tight-knit caring community.
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1503 MILITARY ROAD, Kenmore, NY, 14217
3 of us had to wait 35 minutes to get assistance to bathroom…I had to call main #…was told by aid who finally came that they had to clear dirty dishes from room,first.
When I asked if dirty dis
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3 of us had to wait 35 minutes to get assistance to bathroom…I had to call main #…was told by aid who finally came that they had to clear dirty dishes from room,first.
When I asked if dirty dishes were more important than patients,I was told by aid, "that’s the way it is"…50% staff was helpful,rest were surly or rude
Rehab helped but that was only 2hrs. a day…6 days a week….could not find way to get outside for fresh air..Tried to get to dining area for dinner,made request..no one came to wheel me…meal served in room like they never planned to move me.
Wi-Fi poor or non-exsistant…good cable station selection..activities seem to be meeting in front of big tv and sleeping in wheelchair.
Can not discribe food,roast beef was processed into rectangles with no moisture…fish had no lemon or herbs(don’t think few drops of lemon juice would damage the elderly)…often served items,types of soda,just to get rid of it…not what was requested…don’t like meal,theyll give you PB&J
Meals often came w/o pepper packets(Bring your own pepper)
Small refrigerator in room…hadn’t been cleaned in ????
Residents not treated with dignity or respect by short staffed weekend crew.
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3 of us had to wait 35 minutes to get assistance to bathroom…I had to call main #…was told by aid who finally came that they had to clear dirty dishes from room,first.
When I asked if dirty dis
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3 of us had to wait 35 minutes to get assistance to bathroom…I had to call main #…was told by aid who finally came that they had to clear dirty dishes from room,first.
When I asked if dirty dishes were more important than patients,I was told by aid, "that’s the way it is"…50% staff was helpful,rest were surly or rude
Rehab helped but that was only 2hrs. a day…6 days a week….could not find way to get outside for fresh air..Tried to get to dining area for dinner,made request..no one came to wheel me…meal served in room like they never planned to move me.
Wi-Fi poor or non-exsistant…good cable station selection..activities seem to be meeting in front of big tv and sleeping in wheelchair.
Can not discribe food,roast beef was processed into rectangles with no moisture…fish had no lemon or herbs(don’t think few drops of lemon juice would damage the elderly)…often served items,types of soda,just to get rid of it…not what was requested…don’t like meal,theyll give you PB&J
Meals often came w/o pepper packets(Bring your own pepper)
Small refrigerator in room…hadn’t been cleaned in ????
Residents not treated with dignity or respect by short staffed weekend crew.
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3456 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY, 14217
I visited Oakwood recently and I have to say that I was impressed by the positive changes that have been made there. New owners took it over about a year or two ago and you can tell. I visited when
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I visited Oakwood recently and I have to say that I was impressed by the positive changes that have been made there. New owners took it over about a year or two ago and you can tell. I visited when the old owners had it and it was horrible. Now residents look and sound happier. The new owners are putting money into the building by replacing the elevator, polishing the floors, painting, etc. I was told that they have plans to remodel the dining room, activities room and lounges. They are noticable changing out older furniture in the rooms with more modern dressers, nightstands, beds and lamps. The staff is excellent. Three staff members really stood out to me. Amanda, Jeanette and Karen were extremely friendly and helpful. The dining room crew are accommodating and make homemade meals. This place has really turned itself around. If you need a place that takes Medicaid this is one of the few assisted living’s that will. Check it out…you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
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I visited Oakwood recently and I have to say that I was impressed by the positive changes that have been made there. New owners took it over about a year or two ago and you can tell. I visited when
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I visited Oakwood recently and I have to say that I was impressed by the positive changes that have been made there. New owners took it over about a year or two ago and you can tell. I visited when the old owners had it and it was horrible. Now residents look and sound happier. The new owners are putting money into the building by replacing the elevator, polishing the floors, painting, etc. I was told that they have plans to remodel the dining room, activities room and lounges. They are noticable changing out older furniture in the rooms with more modern dressers, nightstands, beds and lamps. The staff is excellent. Three staff members really stood out to me. Amanda, Jeanette and Karen were extremely friendly and helpful. The dining room crew are accommodating and make homemade meals. This place has really turned itself around. If you need a place that takes Medicaid this is one of the few assisted living’s that will. Check it out…you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
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3735 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY, 14217
5271 Main Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221
Elderwood Village at Williamsville is located in the charming village of Williamsville, conveniently close to the New York State Thruway (Interstate Highway 90), Interstate Highway 290, the Buffalo Ni
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Elderwood Village at Williamsville is located in the charming village of Williamsville, conveniently close to the New York State Thruway (Interstate Highway 90), Interstate Highway 290, the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, and the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Relatives and visitors praise Elderwood Village for its warm, friendly, helpful, cheerful, conscientious and all-around wonderful staff, its happy residents and its excellent food. The facility also receives enthusiastic comments for its many scheduled activities for residents, including exercise, games, walking tours and musical performances. Elderwood Village is often described as beautiful with two garden areas and neat and clean apartments.
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Elderwood Village at Williamsville is located in the charming village of Williamsville, conveniently close to the New York State Thruway (Interstate Highway 90), Interstate Highway 290, the Buffalo Ni
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Elderwood Village at Williamsville is located in the charming village of Williamsville, conveniently close to the New York State Thruway (Interstate Highway 90), Interstate Highway 290, the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, and the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Relatives and visitors praise Elderwood Village for its warm, friendly, helpful, cheerful, conscientious and all-around wonderful staff, its happy residents and its excellent food. The facility also receives enthusiastic comments for its many scheduled activities for residents, including exercise, games, walking tours and musical performances. Elderwood Village is often described as beautiful with two garden areas and neat and clean apartments.
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245 Basset Rd, Williamsville, NY, 14221
Elderwood Village at Bassett Park is not where I wanted my mother to be. The lower level of service was not going to work for her. The surroundings are adequate, the facility was clean, and the staff
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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park is not where I wanted my mother to be. The lower level of service was not going to work for her. The surroundings are adequate, the facility was clean, and the staff was very knowledgeable and courteous. The rooms were normal size and clean. The environment was open and friendly, and it has several open rooms, or areas where people can gather. They had a beauty shop and a small gift shop.
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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park is not where I wanted my mother to be. The lower level of service was not going to work for her. The surroundings are adequate, the facility was clean, and the staff
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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park is not where I wanted my mother to be. The lower level of service was not going to work for her. The surroundings are adequate, the facility was clean, and the staff was very knowledgeable and courteous. The rooms were normal size and clean. The environment was open and friendly, and it has several open rooms, or areas where people can gather. They had a beauty shop and a small gift shop.
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815 Hopkins Road, Buffalo, NY, 14221
My mother-in-law moved into Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in Williamsville. We liked the place, it was our number two choice, but it was availability. She’s happy there. She’s only been th
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My mother-in-law moved into Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in Williamsville. We liked the place, it was our number two choice, but it was availability. She’s happy there. She’s only been there a month, but we don’t have any complaints. Communication is fine so far. We haven’t had any issues with the staff. Their admissions people are excellent, and very informative. My mother-in-law says the food is good. It appears to be very clean. She has attended one or two things. I think some of it is timing. She doesn’t get out of her meal in time to go to some of the activities. So, she has tried one or two. I don’t think that’s as important to her as feeling safe and secure. I would encourage anybody to check it out.
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My mother-in-law moved into Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in Williamsville. We liked the place, it was our number two choice, but it was availability. She’s happy there. She’s only been th
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My mother-in-law moved into Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in Williamsville. We liked the place, it was our number two choice, but it was availability. She’s happy there. She’s only been there a month, but we don’t have any complaints. Communication is fine so far. We haven’t had any issues with the staff. Their admissions people are excellent, and very informative. My mother-in-law says the food is good. It appears to be very clean. She has attended one or two things. I think some of it is timing. She doesn’t get out of her meal in time to go to some of the activities. So, she has tried one or two. I don’t think that’s as important to her as feeling safe and secure. I would encourage anybody to check it out.
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111 Ensminger Road, Tonawanda, NY, 14150
I did an in-person tour at Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda. I was treated very well by the staff. Everyone was very kind and conscientious. The other one is like a country club, but this one is
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I did an in-person tour at Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda. I was treated very well by the staff. Everyone was very kind and conscientious. The other one is like a country club, but this one is more like just regular apartments. It’s very well kept and very neat. Everyone was very helpful. They seemed to have a lot of activities for the seniors. They have something going on every single day. They have an ice cream parlor for them and a bunch of stuff. I found their rooms to be nice. Everything was very clean. They have rails all around the halls so that people have something to hold on to when they walk. I didn’t try any of their food or meet the kitchen staff or anything, but everything was very nicely appointed. Nothing was gross or nasty. Everything was very well kept. They’re very upper-middle class, well-traveled expensive education. They like the finer things in life. The staff explained everything. She was very helpful. They were very friendly and very helpful. It felt very homey. The residents were a little older there than at the other one, but I wouldn’t say that it felt institutional.
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I did an in-person tour at Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda. I was treated very well by the staff. Everyone was very kind and conscientious. The other one is like a country club, but this one is
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I did an in-person tour at Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda. I was treated very well by the staff. Everyone was very kind and conscientious. The other one is like a country club, but this one is more like just regular apartments. It’s very well kept and very neat. Everyone was very helpful. They seemed to have a lot of activities for the seniors. They have something going on every single day. They have an ice cream parlor for them and a bunch of stuff. I found their rooms to be nice. Everything was very clean. They have rails all around the halls so that people have something to hold on to when they walk. I didn’t try any of their food or meet the kitchen staff or anything, but everything was very nicely appointed. Nothing was gross or nasty. Everything was very well kept. They’re very upper-middle class, well-traveled expensive education. They like the finer things in life. The staff explained everything. She was very helpful. They were very friendly and very helpful. It felt very homey. The residents were a little older there than at the other one, but I wouldn’t say that it felt institutional.
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410 Mill Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221
I lived here for a year and I can stay its the most cleanest place most friendliest people I have ever met. No noise. Its close to everything the staff Jessica and Andrea are friendly and amazing. If
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I lived here for a year and I can stay its the most cleanest place most friendliest people I have ever met. No noise. Its close to everything the staff Jessica and Andrea are friendly and amazing. If I could have stayed there longer I would have. Unfortuntatly I had to leave. They will always go out of their way for you. I recommeded this place fully.
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I lived here for a year and I can stay its the most cleanest place most friendliest people I have ever met. No noise. Its close to everything the staff Jessica and Andrea are friendly and amazing. If
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I lived here for a year and I can stay its the most cleanest place most friendliest people I have ever met. No noise. Its close to everything the staff Jessica and Andrea are friendly and amazing. If I could have stayed there longer I would have. Unfortuntatly I had to leave. They will always go out of their way for you. I recommeded this place fully.
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201 Reist Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221
Fredonia Place of Williamsville showed me both their assisted living and memory care. It was very clean and very up-to-date. I came in at 3 in the afternoon, so the residents had just finished the act
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Fredonia Place of Williamsville showed me both their assisted living and memory care. It was very clean and very up-to-date. I came in at 3 in the afternoon, so the residents had just finished the activity in one room. The staff was very friendly and nice. The rooms were very clean, very nice, very well maintained, and very pleasant. They had a library, a beautiful yard, gardening, and stuff. It’s a very well taken care of place.
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Fredonia Place of Williamsville showed me both their assisted living and memory care. It was very clean and very up-to-date. I came in at 3 in the afternoon, so the residents had just finished the act
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Fredonia Place of Williamsville showed me both their assisted living and memory care. It was very clean and very up-to-date. I came in at 3 in the afternoon, so the residents had just finished the activity in one room. The staff was very friendly and nice. The rooms were very clean, very nice, very well maintained, and very pleasant. They had a library, a beautiful yard, gardening, and stuff. It’s a very well taken care of place.
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307 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14201
Conveniently located in Buffalo, NY, Mary Agnes Manor is an Assisted Living facility with an experienced staff that helps assist residents as needed. Residents rave about the unique solarium which all
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Conveniently located in Buffalo, NY, Mary Agnes Manor is an Assisted Living facility with an experienced staff that helps assist residents as needed. Residents rave about the unique solarium which allows incredible scenic views of the nearby lake. The grounds are well-maintained, and the interior is clean and easily accessible for residents at all levels of mobility. Residents are provided an apartment equipped with a private bathroom and cozy living area. The restaurant-style dining room and eating areas have a menu that varies daily, and the chef will tailor meals to the dietary needs of the residents.
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Conveniently located in Buffalo, NY, Mary Agnes Manor is an Assisted Living facility with an experienced staff that helps assist residents as needed. Residents rave about the unique solarium which all
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Conveniently located in Buffalo, NY, Mary Agnes Manor is an Assisted Living facility with an experienced staff that helps assist residents as needed. Residents rave about the unique solarium which allows incredible scenic views of the nearby lake. The grounds are well-maintained, and the interior is clean and easily accessible for residents at all levels of mobility. Residents are provided an apartment equipped with a private bathroom and cozy living area. The restaurant-style dining room and eating areas have a menu that varies daily, and the chef will tailor meals to the dietary needs of the residents.
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111 St. Gregory Court, Williamsville, NY, 14221
My impression of Brookdale Bassett Park was excellent. The community was pleasant and active. The rooms were a very good size, with a private bath and colorful decor. The food was very good. Everythin
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My impression of Brookdale Bassett Park was excellent. The community was pleasant and active. The rooms were a very good size, with a private bath and colorful decor. The food was very good. Everything I saw was good.
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My impression of Brookdale Bassett Park was excellent. The community was pleasant and active. The rooms were a very good size, with a private bath and colorful decor. The food was very good. Everythin
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My impression of Brookdale Bassett Park was excellent. The community was pleasant and active. The rooms were a very good size, with a private bath and colorful decor. The food was very good. Everything I saw was good.
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3920 Forest Parkway, North Tonawanda, NY, 14120
Westfield Commons is beautiful. It looks like it came straight out of an HGTV episode, warm and welcoming , with several gathering spaces to accommodate a variety of social needs and preferences. Th
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Westfield Commons is beautiful. It looks like it came straight out of an HGTV episode, warm and welcoming , with several gathering spaces to accommodate a variety of social needs and preferences. There are a beautifully appointed game room for card and board game players, a parlor for quiet conversation or reading, a kitchen for cooking or baking, a larger gathering space for special events , (of which there are a never ending variety) and a charming community dining room.
The private rooms range in size from good sized studio apartments to larger, one bedroom apartments all of which are very nicely appointed with window and floor coverings in fashionable neutrals. There are spacious closets and a bathroom with a walk in shower equipped with grab rails.
The staff is highly professional, warm, friendly and very accomodating. Best of all, they are in good supply, there at a moment’s notice when the residents need them, not under scheduled as I’ve observed several other facilities. Quality personal care is the obvious top priority at Wheatfield Commons for which my very active and sharp-as-a-tack 99 year old mother, my family and I are eternally grateful.
I can’t recommend Wheatfield Commons and DePaul too highly!
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Westfield Commons is beautiful. It looks like it came straight out of an HGTV episode, warm and welcoming , with several gathering spaces to accommodate a variety of social needs and preferences. Th
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Westfield Commons is beautiful. It looks like it came straight out of an HGTV episode, warm and welcoming , with several gathering spaces to accommodate a variety of social needs and preferences. There are a beautifully appointed game room for card and board game players, a parlor for quiet conversation or reading, a kitchen for cooking or baking, a larger gathering space for special events , (of which there are a never ending variety) and a charming community dining room.
The private rooms range in size from good sized studio apartments to larger, one bedroom apartments all of which are very nicely appointed with window and floor coverings in fashionable neutrals. There are spacious closets and a bathroom with a walk in shower equipped with grab rails.
The staff is highly professional, warm, friendly and very accomodating. Best of all, they are in good supply, there at a moment’s notice when the residents need them, not under scheduled as I’ve observed several other facilities. Quality personal care is the obvious top priority at Wheatfield Commons for which my very active and sharp-as-a-tack 99 year old mother, my family and I are eternally grateful.
I can’t recommend Wheatfield Commons and DePaul too highly!
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225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY, 14227
Hospice Buffalo Mitchell Campus is excellent. The service is very good. The caregivers are very good. I have no complaints. I could call them anytime and they will come right out. The healthcare aides
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Hospice Buffalo Mitchell Campus is excellent. The service is very good. The caregivers are very good. I have no complaints. I could call them anytime and they will come right out. The healthcare aides helps me with my showers and bath, the RNs set up my meds for me, and does the vital signs, and the chaplain comes around. It’s pretty well taken care of. I would recommend them if anybody needed hospice. The nurses and the caregivers are professional, very nice, and very pleasant.
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Hospice Buffalo Mitchell Campus is excellent. The service is very good. The caregivers are very good. I have no complaints. I could call them anytime and they will come right out. The healthcare aides
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Hospice Buffalo Mitchell Campus is excellent. The service is very good. The caregivers are very good. I have no complaints. I could call them anytime and they will come right out. The healthcare aides helps me with my showers and bath, the RNs set up my meds for me, and does the vital signs, and the chaplain comes around. It’s pretty well taken care of. I would recommend them if anybody needed hospice. The nurses and the caregivers are professional, very nice, and very pleasant.
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2720 NORTH FOREST ROAD, Getzville, NY, 14068
Please shop around prior to placing a loved one in the skilled nursing facility at Rosa Coplon.. The only good thing here is the activities & aesthetics. Beautiful facility – very bad care. The nu
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Please shop around prior to placing a loved one in the skilled nursing facility at Rosa Coplon.. The only good thing here is the activities & aesthetics. Beautiful facility – very bad care. The nursing staff and aides are the worst I’ve experienced in other facilities. The things I’ve witnessed both with my loved one and with other residents are way too many to name here. This is certainly not a facility to place a loved one with dementia.
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Please shop around prior to placing a loved one in the skilled nursing facility at Rosa Coplon.. The only good thing here is the activities & aesthetics. Beautiful facility – very bad care. The nu
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Please shop around prior to placing a loved one in the skilled nursing facility at Rosa Coplon.. The only good thing here is the activities & aesthetics. Beautiful facility – very bad care. The nursing staff and aides are the worst I’ve experienced in other facilities. The things I’ve witnessed both with my loved one and with other residents are way too many to name here. This is certainly not a facility to place a loved one with dementia.
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135 Evans Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221
Blocher Homes was very organized. The staff was courteous, informative, and so forth. However, the accommodations or the rooms needed updating. The rooms were very small — especially the bathroom and
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Blocher Homes was very organized. The staff was courteous, informative, and so forth. However, the accommodations or the rooms needed updating. The rooms were very small — especially the bathroom and the shower area. The amenities were good. They had a young group leader who seemed to be very organized and interact with the residents and so forth.
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Blocher Homes was very organized. The staff was courteous, informative, and so forth. However, the accommodations or the rooms needed updating. The rooms were very small — especially the bathroom and
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Blocher Homes was very organized. The staff was courteous, informative, and so forth. However, the accommodations or the rooms needed updating. The rooms were very small — especially the bathroom and the shower area. The amenities were good. They had a young group leader who seemed to be very organized and interact with the residents and so forth.
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2700 North Forest Road, Getzville, NY, 14068
The rooms are big and clean, Each room has their own bathroom and shower area. The nursing staff is very friendly and very knowledgeable. They care for the residents in the memory care unit and ha
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The rooms are big and clean, Each room has their own bathroom and shower area. The nursing staff is very friendly and very knowledgeable. They care for the residents in the memory care unit and have patience with the relatives who do not really understand the time and work it takes to take proper care of the resident. The food is great, They have many activities for the residents from music sing along to bingo and sit-down exercises. There is lots of space for the residences to walk without bumping into one another. There is a garden for them to seat and relax. Lots of windows for bird watching
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The rooms are big and clean, Each room has their own bathroom and shower area. The nursing staff is very friendly and very knowledgeable. They care for the residents in the memory care unit and ha
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The rooms are big and clean, Each room has their own bathroom and shower area. The nursing staff is very friendly and very knowledgeable. They care for the residents in the memory care unit and have patience with the relatives who do not really understand the time and work it takes to take proper care of the resident. The food is great, They have many activities for the residents from music sing along to bingo and sit-down exercises. There is lots of space for the residences to walk without bumping into one another. There is a garden for them to seat and relax. Lots of windows for bird watching
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10 – 35 Manko Ln, Buffalo, NY, 14227
Liberty Apartment is an assisted living facility located right next to the Stiglmeier Park in Buffalo, New York. It’s a short distance from the coast, just right for recreational activities. Residents
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Liberty Apartment is an assisted living facility located right next to the Stiglmeier Park in Buffalo, New York. It’s a short distance from the coast, just right for recreational activities. Residents get to enjoy beautiful grounds near the park, and family can visit for pleasant picnics and leisurely walks. Family and residents give the facility high marks for being well maintained and beautifully constructed. The dumpsters are located inside house-like structures for added comfort and beauty for the residents. With both ground floor and upstairs apartments available, this facility can handle the needs of various residents.
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Liberty Apartment is an assisted living facility located right next to the Stiglmeier Park in Buffalo, New York. It’s a short distance from the coast, just right for recreational activities. Residents
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Liberty Apartment is an assisted living facility located right next to the Stiglmeier Park in Buffalo, New York. It’s a short distance from the coast, just right for recreational activities. Residents get to enjoy beautiful grounds near the park, and family can visit for pleasant picnics and leisurely walks. Family and residents give the facility high marks for being well maintained and beautifully constructed. The dumpsters are located inside house-like structures for added comfort and beauty for the residents. With both ground floor and upstairs apartments available, this facility can handle the needs of various residents.
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217 East Delavan Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14208
Located in the heart of Buffalo, New York, is the Lutheran Church Home of Buffalo, an assisted living facility with a full range of service offerings. Independent living allows residents to live with
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Located in the heart of Buffalo, New York, is the Lutheran Church Home of Buffalo, an assisted living facility with a full range of service offerings. Independent living allows residents to live with as little or as much support as they need. This community of residents enjoys all the rich cultural and entertainment offerings of one of the largest U.S. cities, all while also having access to highly skilled on-site care. Prospective residents have all of the independence of living alone without having to handle property maintenance and emergency care.
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Located in the heart of Buffalo, New York, is the Lutheran Church Home of Buffalo, an assisted living facility with a full range of service offerings. Independent living allows residents to live with
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Located in the heart of Buffalo, New York, is the Lutheran Church Home of Buffalo, an assisted living facility with a full range of service offerings. Independent living allows residents to live with as little or as much support as they need. This community of residents enjoys all the rich cultural and entertainment offerings of one of the largest U.S. cities, all while also having access to highly skilled on-site care. Prospective residents have all of the independence of living alone without having to handle property maintenance and emergency care.
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COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Kenmore
Since most COVID-19 rules for Assisted Living Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Assisted Living in New York . Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Kenmore
The New York State Department of Health is the government agency that ensures assisted living facilities and other adult care facilities around the state adhere to laws and properly care for their residents.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Kenmore
- Kenmore’s COL score is 97.3 for transportation, which means transport costs in the village are significantly lower than in New York State (140.7) overall. As part of Erie County, Kenmore relies on the public transportation services of the NFTA-Metro. Thanks to the NFTA-Metro Reduced-Fare card, qualifying seniors may pay a discounted fare.
- Residents who love being in the sun may be a little disappointed in Kenmore’s annual average of 155 sunny days. However, snow-loving seniors will adore the yearly average of 85 inches of snow. Residents can stay in Kenmore to enjoy the snow or explore nearby places such as Buffalo.
- Kenmore’s 97.2 health COL score is below national and state average costs. Seniors needing medical care have access to Kenmore Mercy Hospital on Elmwood Avenue or one of the local medical practices.
- Kenmore is small, but residents have plenty of restaurants to visit and many cuisines to experience. It gives seniors a chance to enjoy the food at the assisted living facility or explore what’s available in the area. Considering some restaurants may offer senior discounts, seniors should check if they qualify.
- Kenmore scores 31 out of 100 on crime, with 100 being safest. Seniors need not worry about this low score because assisted living facilities typically have security measures in place to keep residents safe.
Paying for Assisted Living in Kenmore
Per the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, Kenmore’s monthly average fee for assisted living is $4,741. This cost is within $250 of the state and national averages.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Kenmore’s median assisted living cost ($4,741) is slightly higher than the New York State median ($4,580) and is $241 costlier than the national average. Most New York cities — including Glens Falls ($4,250) and Syracuse ($4,694) — fall in the $4,000–$5,000 range. Albany ($5,269) and New York City ($5,270) are the only two cities that cost more than $5,000 per month.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Kenmore residents have multiple senior care options to consider. There’s a $3,571 monthly cost difference between adult day health care ($1,170) and assisted living ($4,741), but homemaker services ($4,957) or a home health aide ($5,053) aren’t much more per month than assisted living. However, opting for a semiprivate room ($12,994) or private room ($13,559) in a nursing home facility means paying more than double the monthly cost of assisted living residents.
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
Note: Data for Kenmore was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Buffalo, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kenmore
Low-income seniors interested in other long-term care options, such as assisted living, are limited to two Medicaid initiatives: the Assisted Living Program (ALP), which helps medically eligible seniors locate proper assisted living placement, and the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), which facilitates both in-home services and assisted living care.
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 Kenmore
Seniors have numerous free and low-cost resources in the Kenmore area to benefit their physical, mental and social health, several of which are listed below. There’s also information on how to utilize ombudsmen to settle disputes that may occur between residents and management of assisted living facilities.
Located on Delaware Road, the Town of Tonawanda Public Library – Kenmore branch is open every day with late nights Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. It has a book club and hosts several events that seniors may find interesting, including technology assistance and a plant swap, and a notary public is available every Wednesday.
Although located in Tonawanda, the Senior Citizen Center on Ensminger Road is open to Kenmore residents aged 60+ for a small fee. There are many events and programs to participate in, ranging from medical programs to dances to University Express classes.
The 60 and Over Auditors Program at the University at Buffalo is available for in-person and remote learning. Auditing the courses is free, but the program may require other costs such as textbooks. There are registration timelines to adhere to for each term.
The New York State Office for the Aging offers substantial information for seniors and their families. In addition to providing resources for caregivers, including support groups and respite, it also informs seniors about topics such as the New York State Partnership for Long-Term Care, health care proxies and the Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Programs (CDSMP).
As a village in Erie County, Kenmore falls under the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program that’s part of the Erie County Department of Senior Services, based in Buffalo. Volunteers with the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program act as advocates for residents of long-term care facilities to ensure residents are treated properly in their care facility.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kenmore
Kenmore Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in New York are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in New York page for more information about these laws.