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462 Grider Street, Buffalo, NY 14215
4.3
(9 reviews)
"My husband moved into Terrace View. He was here before for rehab, and there are many people that my family knows. He's doing as best as he can daily. The staff does a lot of work, but they do it well. He's eating now, and he eats just about everythin..."
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1031 Michigan Ave, Buffalo, NY 14203
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I visited a family at HighPointe on Michigan. The staff was good, and the room was clean and spacious. The garden was nice. They had a recreational area and a community room...."
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64 Hager Street, Buffalo, NY 14208
2.7
(11 reviews)
"This place is probably the cleanest nursing home/ rehab home I have ever been to, extremely friendly staff !!..."
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1205 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209
3.0
(2 reviews)
"Hawthorn Health Multicare Center is phenomenal! Everybody there are nice and polite. And I just talked to their physical therapist, they are always positive about everything! Pushing always their patients for the better. And they don’t let th..."
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1014 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209
2.4
(22 reviews)
"Rooms are clean. Most of the staff are very nice and there were a few that didn't seem to want to be there. My relative is in great hands and I'm very happy with their needs being met...."
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200 7th Street, Buffalo, NY 14201
1.8
(8 reviews)
"Loved the facility. Clean rooms and great staff. I saw the residents doing great Valentine's Day art projects with awesome supplies. They just partnered up with the Buffalo Sabres and it is so cool for a facility to care that much! ..."
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300 Dorrance Avenue , Buffalo, NY 14220
1.1
(10 reviews)
"My mother was a resident at this facility and many times when I visited I was very upset to see that she was left lying naked with no bottoms on, in full view of an open door. Our family certainly provided adequate clothing. In addition, she was also..."
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3 Gates Circle, Buffalo, NY 14209
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2157 MAIN STREET, Buffalo, NY 14214
St Catherine Laboure Health Care Center is located in Buffalo, NY, and offers a variety of care types to meet the needs of its residents. It provides skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation care, and long-term rehabilitation care. This makes it a versatile option for individuals requiring different levels of medical and rehabilitative support. The center is designed to cater to both short-term and long-term residents, ensuring that each person receives the appropriate care for their situation.The center offers both private and semi-private rooms, giving residents the option to choose their preferred living arrangement. Rooms have amenities that enhance comfort and convenience. Residents can enjoy organized activities and programs, meals provided on-site, and access to parking. The center also offers entertainment activities and programs, WiFi/internet access, social activities and events, facilitated field trips and outings, communal dining, spiritual activities and programs, and salon services. These amenities are designed to create a vibrant and engaging community for all residents.In addition to its amenities, St Catherine Laboure Health Care Center provides a range of services to support the well-being of its residents. Nurses are on staff to provide medical care, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) is available for those who need it. Housekeeping services ensure that living spaces are clean and comfortable, and the center accepts insurance, making it easier for residents to manage their healthcare costs. Overall, St Catherine Laboure Health Care Center offers a comprehensive and supportive environment for individuals in need of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care.
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10 SYMPHONY CIRCLE, Buffalo, NY 14201
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225 Bennett Rd, Buffalo, NY 14227
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2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY 14304
3.9
(11 reviews)
"My mom has been at Elderwood in Wheatfield for two years now in the dementia unit. The staff is absolutely wonderful. They are caring, efficient and always accessible. Yes, they are short staffed at times, like all places since COVID, but the staff w..."
$4,727
55 Melroy Ave, Lackawanna, NY 14218
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I believe that this facility offers everything possible in human comforts that is available in a senior nursing home. They offer individual, private rooms with a fllatscreen TV and half doors for residents privacy!! They also offer a beautifully ap..."
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55 Melroy Ave, Lackawanna, NY 14218
5.0
(5 reviews)
"I would equate Mercy Nursing Facility at OLV to a five star hotel. The staff has been courteous. The food is excellent. It's made onsite and served on Chinaware, doilies, and cloth napkins. The rooms are very large. Dad has a single private room and ..."
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One Fox Run Lane, Orchard Park, NY 14127
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Fox Run at Orchard Park is beautiful, and I think it's going to be perfect for my dad. Right now, it's more difficult to judge it with COVID, but the food, the amenities, the layout, and the ambiance of the place are all just spectacular. I liked the..."
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5285 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My sister-in-law moved into The Courtyards LLC. I also have a cousin who's been there for several years now and they treat her very well. The staff is very nice, and they show a lot of interest and a lot of care for their residents. They have very co..."
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909 LINCOLN AVE, Lockport, NY 14094
4.5
(2 reviews)
"We chose Briody Health Care Facility for my mom primarily for its location. We have known other people who are there including my friends and grandparents, so we have had previous experience there with other people. It has a good reputation. They ..."
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2850 Grand Island Boulevard, Grand Island, NY 14072
4.4
(5 reviews)
"My mom is in a nursing home, she is at Elderwood at Grand Island right now. I would have liked to put her in an assisted living, but she wasn't strong enough. I chose that nursing home because my brother lives about a mile away from it on Grand Islan..."
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104 Old Niagara Road, Lockport, NY 14094
4.2
(4 reviews)
"My father has been at Elderwood at Lockport for a few days now. It's a very nice community. The staff is very knowledgeable and very attentive. The place is very clean. No problems. They offer a lot of activities like bingo, and arts and crafts. They..."
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225 Bennett Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
4.2
(4 reviews)
"I went to the skilled nursing and also the patio homes at Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga. The nursing facility was very clean. The staff was very nice. My cousin was in there. They were very pleasant, very warm, and bright. They had an area..."
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Nursing Homes
Alesia
5.0
Review of Highpointe On Michigan
I visited a family at HighPointe on Michigan. The staff was good, and the room was clean and spacious. The garden was nice. They had a recreational area and a community room.
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Myra05
4.0
Review of Terrace View
My brother is currently at Terrace View. He's in a nursing facility, and he's not at the point where he needs that level of care, which is one of the reasons why I'm moving him. It's kind of hard...
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Mae531
1.0
Review of Ridge View Manor, L L C
It is now Safire, it is a disgusting place, they leave patients in bed especially on weekends, never change their diapers. I filed many complaints with NYS Health Dept. they make an appointment...
Sticking with monthly average semiprivate room rates, Buffalo is nearly $5,000 more expensive than the average American city. It is also $350 more expensive than its home state of New York on average.
Turning to nearby cities, Ithaca, with its average of $9,913, is a somewhat more affordable option than Buffalo. Elmira, meanwhile, is $882 cheaper than Buffalo, while Rochester is $289 less expensive. Finally, Syracuse, at $12,890 per month, is pricier than Buffalo.
Buffalo
$12,669
New York
$12,319
The United States
$7,756
Rochester
$12,380
Elmira
$11,787
Ithaca
$9,913
Syracuse
$12,890
On a monthly basis, Buffalo’s nursing homes charge an average of $12,669 for semiprivate rooms and $13,231 for private rooms.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Seniors and their loved ones may also find data on the costs of other living setups helpful. In Buffalo, the least expensive arrangement is adult day care, which has a median price of $1,192 per month. Next are assisted living facilities and their $4,565 average rate. Home care and home health care providers typically charge around $4,767 and $4,957 per month, respectively. Finally, to reside in a nursing home, the average Buffalo resident pays $12,669 per month for a semiprivate room and $13,231 for a private one.
Home care
$4,767
Home health care
$4,957
Adult day care
$1,192
Assisted living
$4,565
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$12,669
Nursing home (private room)
$13,231
As seniors grow older, they can tap into resources such as those shown below. Some of their services focus on extending the period of time during which living at home is viable for older adults, thereby delaying or preventing transitions to more intensive levels of care. For those who do need to transition, other services are of use.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Senior Services of Erie County | (716) 858-8526 | Among other offerings, the Department of Senior Services runs the Going Places transportation program, which takes seniors to non-emergency medical appointments and destinations such as banks, grocery stores and social outings. It also conducts the Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program, whose counselors answer seniors’ questions on Medicare and related topics, including long-term care insurance. |
| Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (855) 582-6769 | The Ombudsman Program supports long-term care residents by advocating on their behalf and conducting investigations to resolve complaints. Mediation is also available from the program, as is education on long-term care topics. Additionally, when the situation calls for it, the Ombudsman Program’s representatives refer clients to additional organizations for help. |
| FeedMore WNY | (716) 822-2002 | FeedMore WNY runs a home-delivered meals service, which provides both nutrition and companionship. It delivers two meals per day, covering lunch and dinner. A contribution of $7 per day is requested but is not required. For eligibility, individuals must be 60 years of age or older and unable to meet their nutritional needs on their own. Terminally ill or severely disabled individuals younger than 60 may also be eligible. |
| Catholic Charities of Buffalo | (716) 856-4494 | Catholic Charities’ senior-focused services include the Telephone Assurance Program, whose volunteers make wellness-checkup calls to homebound adults otherwise at risk of isolation. It also runs Project HOPE, which helps seniors with mental health diagnoses gain access to entitlements. Additionally, Project HOPE provides guidance for their family members and caregivers. Seniors must be 60 years of age or older to qualify. |
| People Inc. | (716) 817-7400 | People Inc. assists seniors and caregivers with varying needs. Its respite services are free for certain applicants. Additionally, its volunteer Senior Companions provide help with household tasks and errands. For long-term care residents, People Inc. provides no-charge problem resolution and advocacy services. |
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