My mother wanted to go to Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village, and they had a waiting list. She wants to go there because she had a brother, and sister-in-law who were there for a long time who were treated very well. Also, the director is a son of her favorite doctor, and it's closer to her home. The rooms were nice, and I liked them better because they had little kitchenettes, microwave, a refrigerator, and she doesn't have that where she is. They were a bit smaller, but adequate. They had programs. We were there around Thanksgiving, and they were having a salute to veterans. They have a very nice library which appealed to my mother. They have exercise programs, musical events, and people come in.
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
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Reviews of Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
Assisted Living Reviews for Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
February 14, 2016
I visited this facility
February 29, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My aunt lived here for several years. During her time there she enjoyed the facility and the staff for the most part, but as her family we had some reservations. She lead activities such as exercise and bible study because the girls were "just too busy" so they wouldn't get done otherwise. This was annoying to us because she was paying good money to stay there. They had their food delivered from an outside source which was far away and according to her wasn't very good. She was constantly having people come get her to go out to dinner or lunch. She was pretty healthy just had terrible eyesight, but I question whether they had enough staff to properly handle the number of residents. Overall though I feel that at least the staff was nice to the residents and did not seem to try to scam or hurt them in anyway such as some of the horror stories you hear.
Continuing Care Retirement Community Reviews for Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
October 07, 2020
I am/was a resident of this facility
I lived in Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village for 15 years. Before Covid, we had exercise programs, music programs, and we would go to a local university. I've lived in a house there. The staff was great. We had a place where we could go for lunch and pay for it, but we weren't offered dining services all the time. Value for money was very good.
January 01, 2019
I visited this facility
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village is the same as the other place, but a little bit more expensive. They have been very welcoming and are continuing to get in touch with me; others haven't done that. They have invited me to activities happening during the Christmas season too. They have homes that you can buy. Some of them are really large. They also have separate apartments. They have a café too. If you don't like what's offered in the dining room, you can go and buy what you want or, you can fix what you want in your own kitchen. They have a library, a café, and gazebo outside, which is nice. They offer exercises too. They offer quite a few things. The only thing with Buffalo Village is that it is near Lewisburg, which is a very busy town. There's a beautiful university there, but the traffic is quite bad.
November 02, 2017
I visited this facility
Buffalo Valley is a retirement community, but it has different levels. It is outstanding. We were pleasantly surprised. It is far superior to anything we imagined. The facilities are so well-kept, nicely decorated, and spotlessly clean. In the nursing home, it doesn't smell like a nursing home; it is so pleasant and so fresh. The people went out of their way to be nice and accommodating. We can't say enough about Buffalo Valley. If the time comes when we are going to choose a place, it's probably the place we will choose. There is a very nice library and a big room that you can use for free if you want to have a family gathering. You just have to sign up for it because it's first come, first serve. There is a nice exercise room with nice equipment in it, and there is a small hair salon. One of the extras for the area is that the Bucknell University is right there, and a lot of times, they will come in and use the Buffalo Valley facility for a lecture or a discussion. All the residents that want to can be involved in that. They provide transportation to the university for concerts or a football games. It's great.
Provider Response
Thank you for your review. We deeply appreciate your kind words. If you ever need additional information, please just reach out to us at (717) 524-2221. Thank you again.
March 19, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I can not say enough good things about the dedication and compassion of the people who work in the personal care and nursing areas of Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village. Nurses, nursing assistants, therapists, activities director, administration, reception, dining and custodial staff all go the extra mile to provide the best care they can for the residents and their families. Everyone is adept at what they do, and so thoughtful and kind.
Provider Response
Thank you so much for your review. We are plesed that you found our care helpful to your friend or loved one. If you ever have questions or any concerns, please feel free to direct them to our E.D. at (570) 524-2221. Thank you again.
December 30, 2015
I visited this facility
Buffalo Valley was very nice. The staff appeared to be good and seemed to be straight forward. They had activities, but nothing was going on when I was there.
Provider Response
Dear Little Mermaid, I wanted to send you a quick note to thank you for recently visiting Buffalo Valley and taking the time to post a review! If you would like to visit again when there is an activity taking place, please contact us so we can take a look at the activity calendar and schedule a time for you to visit us again soon. Perhaps the person you were visiting for might want to visit, too, and take part! We would love to have you and your loved one join us for an activity and even lunch, if that works for you.
October 27, 2015
I visited this facility
Buffalo Valley Lutheran was very nice. I would have chosen this place except for the fact that it was about half-hour away from my home, whereas the other facility was only 15 minutes away. The staff was wonderful. It was a very nice place. They have a beautiful dining facility, beautiful rooms, and hallways. One of the features that Buffalo Valley has is it has been re-funded, therefore they'll never let go, whether you run out of money or not. So in other words, once you're there, you're there to stay no matter what. They have an attached memory care/skilled nursing facility, and that was very nice, because it was basically part of the same building.
Provider Response
Dear Marie, thank you for coming in and touring our community and for taking the time to share your experience with Buffalo Valley!
September 06, 2015
I visited this facility
I was impressed with Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village, and that's where I'm moving. I have heard nothing but good about this community from co-workers and friends of my daughter who live in town. I was impressed too with the personnel and the residents that I met when I was there. I also liked that it's close to my daughter. I'm going to be moving into a cottage.
January 16, 2015
I visited this facility
I liked their facility, but it's just too expensive for me. I really liked the director. They were very helpful and very nice. I would highly recommend Buffalo Valley.
October 16, 2014
I visited this facility
I loved the person at Buffalo Valley -- I think her name was Gretchen. She invited Cathy and I down, and we had lunch with her and her dog. They had a continuum of care where you could go to different levels. That was beautiful also. It just didn't have all the added amenities. It had some, but it didn't have an art studio.
I went to the independent living facility. The cottages were perfect. They were beautiful. They were in the right size, the right shape, and the right colors. Before you move, you would choose the paint colors and the carpet. They would put a new carpet down for you. Everything was brand new when you moved in. When we were there, the people were out walking with their pets, and they would wave as you went by. It is a "want to be there" and not a "dumped there" place. Everything was so nice and clean. There was storage unit outside that was attached to the apartment. I was sure they had a yarn, sewing, or quilting club. However, I couldn't afford the cost.
Costs for Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
Services and Amenities of Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
Costs
- Entry Fee
- Entry Fee Cost: 140000
- Nursing Home Starting At: $10290/month
Room and housing options
- 2-bedroom apartments
- 3-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
Health services
- Skilled Nursing
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
- Activities Extra: Computer Class
Languages
- English
Medicare
- Health:
- Overall:
- Quality:
- Staff:
- Medicare Provider Number: 395261
- Ownership Type: Non Profit Corporation
- Date Certified: 10/01/2020
General
- Resident Capacity: 102
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Licenses
- State Licenses: 202120
About Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village is proud to celebrate a 30-year tradition of providing exceptional care and service to area older adults. From our origin as a neighborhood nursing home, our campus has expanded greatly over the decades to respond to the changing needs and desires of seniors in our local community. Today, Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village offers a full continuum of care, including engaging senior living accommodations, a well-appointed and service-rich personal care center, and short-term rehabilitation and traditional nursing delivered within a brand-new, state-of-the-art health care center.
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village is owned and operated by Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries, a multi-service organization committed to offering active seniors a continuum of care in accommodations that are attractive, fulfilling and affordable. Located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, the home of Bucknell University, we are a community with Life Long Learning opportunities. With 90 beautiful 2 or 3 bedroom homes, this truly is the place to Live!
Our quiet, walkable campus makes maintenance free living so enjoyable. The Village Common, our community's club house, has a wonderful cafe, bocce ball, Life Long Learning and much much more!
Even active seniors may find that they need some help with activities of daily living. When that happens, personal care at Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village offers a world of convenience, commitment and care – all backed by a worry-free lifestyle.
Our specially trained and caring staff is on hand 24/7 to assist you with daily tasks, such as bathing, dressing or assistance with medications, in order to help you maintain maximum independence. We’ll work with you to tailor a plan that fits your needs, interests and personal schedule.
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