Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Canterbury Woods

725 Renaissance Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 · Erie County

Canterbury Woods Williamsville offers a welcoming senior community with care, culture, and connection in New York.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 86% full (43 of 50 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Williamsville

Canterbury Woods is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Williamsville, NY, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 43 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.65 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.90 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Williamsville, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 50
Avg. residents/day: 43
Ownership: Non profit - Church related
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 335816

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$12,420–$15,200/mo (median $13,450)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,700–$8,060/mo (median $5,600)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Buffalo prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.90; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.65; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 53.4%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 5
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-01-08
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-01-08Severity C — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2023-06-02Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2023-06-02Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2021-12-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Fitness center
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library

Location

725 Renaissance Drive, Williamsville, NY

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Canterbury Woods

How much does Canterbury Woods cost?

Canterbury Woods does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Williamsville, NY area typically runs $12,420–$15,200 per month (median $13,450, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Canterbury Woods's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Canterbury Woods 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Canterbury Woods?

Staff provide about 3.90 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Canterbury Woods?

Canterbury Woods has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Canterbury Woods have availability?

Typically 86% full (43 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Canterbury Woods offer?

Canterbury Woods in Williamsville, NY offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 50 beds.

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