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Assisted Living in Buffalo, New York

Buffalo is located in the northwestern part of New York State, only 28 miles from the Canadian border and spectacular Niagara Falls. Seniors aged 65 and older make up over 12% of the population in Buffalo and have an array of interesting sights to keep them busy. Over $1 billion has been invested in the city, which is home to seven structures designed by pioneering American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, the Buffalo Waterfront, where seniors can enjoy freshwater fishing and other water adventures, and the Niagara River Strait, designated an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA).

Assisted living is usually a good option for seniors who enjoy a social environment and only need mild-to-moderate help with daily activities, such as eating and bathing. According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living care in Buffalo is $4,741, which is within $250 of state and national averages.

This guide contains a comparison of assisted living prices throughout the state of New York and explores some options for related financial assistance. It also includes a convenient directory of supportive programs that target Buffalo seniors.

11 Assisted Living communities in Buffalo, NY | 20 nearby communities

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1. Heathwood Assisted Living & Memory Care at Williamsville

815 Hopkins Road, Buffalo, NY, 14221

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Mary Agnes Manor

307 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14201

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Touching Hearts at Home of Buffalo NY, Buffalo, NY

3. Touching Hearts at Home of Buffalo NY

2813 Wehrle Dr. Ste 5, Buffalo, NY, 14221

Home Care, Personal Care

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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Humboldt House , Buffalo, NY

4. Humboldt House

64 Hager Street, Buffalo, NY, 14208

Personal Care

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Ridge View Manor, L L C

300 Dorrance Avenue , Buffalo, NY, 14220

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Interim HealthCare of Buffalo, NY

69 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14202

Personal Care

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Linwood Elderly Housing

333 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14209

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Mc Kinley Square

2704 Main St, Buffalo, NY, 14214

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Stuyvesant Apartments

245 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14222

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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Bristolwood Senior Living Community, Buffalo, NY

10. Bristolwood Senior Living Community

433 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14209

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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Humboldt House, Buffalo, NY

11. Humboldt House

64 Hager St, Buffalo, NY, 14208

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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20 matching communities nearby Buffalo

1. The Amberleigh

2330 Maple Rd, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Brookdale Kenmore

2971 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY, 14217

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga

575 Cayuga Creek Rd, Cheektowaga, NY, 14227

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Tennyson Court

49 Tennyson Court, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Elderwood Village at Williamsville

5271 Main Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca

580 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca, NY, 14224

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Brookdale Niagara

6741 Nash Road, North Tonawanda, NY, 14120

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Elderwood Village at Bassett Park

245 Basset Rd, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg

76 Buffalo Street, Hamburg, NY, 14075

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga

229 Bennett Road, Cheektowaga, NY, 14227

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda

111 Ensminger Road, Tonawanda, NY, 14150

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Fredonia Place of Williamsville

201 Reist Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield

2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY, 14304

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Brompton Heights Located in Williamsville

275 Brompton Road, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Eden Heights of West Seneca

3030 Clinton Street, West Seneca, NY, 14224

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. GreenField Continuing Care Community

5953 Broadway, Lancaster, NY, 14086

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Elderwood Village at St. Gregory Court

111 St. Gregory Court, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. The Courtyards LLC

5285 South Park Avenue, Hamburg, NY, 14075

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Park Creek Senior Living Community

410 Mill Street, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. Father Baker Manor

6400 POWERS ROAD, Orchard Park, NY, 14127

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Buffalo

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in New York. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities 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.

Paying For Assisted Living in Buffalo

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Buffalo is $4,741

The Cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo

Buffalo’s costs are slightly higher than state and national averages. Throughout New York, the average monthly price for assisted living care is $4,580, which is roughly 3% cheaper than Buffalo. The U.S. average is $4,500, which is 5% cheaper than rates in Buffalo.

$4741

Buffalo

$4580

New York

$4500

The United States

The most expensive city in New York for assisted living is Watertown; at a reported average of $8,415, it’s roughly 44% costlier than Buffalo. Prices are also above the state average in New York City, at $5,720, and in state capital, Albany, where seniors pay an average of $5,269 monthly. Cities that fall below Buffalo’s price point include Utica, which is tied with the national average at $4,500, and Glens Falls, which is roughly 10% cheaper than Buffalo at $4,250 per month. Rochester reports some of the lowest prices in the state with an average of $3,775 monthly.

$4741

Buffalo

$3775

Rochester

$4250

Glens Falls

$4500

Utica

$5269

Albany

$5750

New York City

$8415

Watertown

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Buffalo

Paying for assisted living in New York

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New York.

Buffalo Assisted Living Resources

 ContactDescription
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program  1-855-582-6769Ombudsmen are well-trained citizens who volunteer to advocate for residents of long-term facilities, such as assisted living. They make sure seniors know and exercise their rights for adequate care and file complaints on behalf of seniors.
Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage Program (EPIC)1-800-332-3742 Administered by the Department of Health, EPIC helps to defray the out-of-pocket costs associated with Medicare’s drug plan, Part D.
NYS Division of Veterans’ Services1-888-VETS-NYS(1-888-838-7697)Advocates at the New York State Division of Veterans’ Services make sure veterans and their family receive all eligible benefits.
Going Places Transportation Program(716) 858-7433 The Department of Senior Services in Erie County runs this curb-to-curb van service for seniors who can’t take public transit. Rides are given for nonemergency medical appointments, grocery shopping, personal business and social activities. Donations of $3 – $6 per trip are appreciated.
Center for Law and Justice(716) 853-3087Located in Buffalo, this center provides free legal services to seniors in nine Western New York counties, including Erie County. Services include health care advocacy, consumer protection and elder abuse prevention.
Erie County RSVP(716) 858-7548This program connects seniors with over 90 nonprofit and public organizations where they can volunteer in the Buffalo area.
Senior Centers(716) 858-8526There are eight senior centers in the city Buffalo where older adults can socialize with their peers while participating in fun activities, such as bus trips, recreational games and exercise classes.

Buffalo Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Buffalo area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Assisted Living Laws and regulations in New York