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Senior Care in Buffalo, New York

Compare local communities with the records each regulator publishes. CMS nursing-home ratings and staffing are kept separate from state assisted-living license records, and partnership never affects the list. Use the records to compare and tour, then confirm current pricing, care acceptance, and openings directly with each community.

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Communities evaluated
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Cities covered
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CMS nursing-home records
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State license records

Cost of senior care in Buffalo

Local Buffalo-area estimates: source-specific state benchmarks adjusted for local prices; skilled-nursing, care-home, and CCRC bands are labeled derived models. Use these as planning benchmarks; request written, current all-in pricing from each community before deciding.

Assisted Living
$5,600/mo benchmark median
typical range $4,480–$7,000
Memory Care
$7,330/mo benchmark median
typical range $5,860–$9,160
Skilled Nursing
$13,450/mo planning midpoint
typical range $12,420–$15,200
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$5,600/mo planning midpoint
typical range $2,700–$8,060
Residential Care Home
$5,040/mo planning midpoint
typical range $4,030–$6,300

Source scope: Source-specific 2024 and 2025 observations; each band identifies its publisher and derivation; adjusted to Buffalo using federal (BEA) regional price data. Methodology

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Buffalo.
  • Openings can change quickly:if a community's location and care options look promising, tour early and confirm its current process directly.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Showing 60 of 84 communities in Buffalo

Listed in neutral name order with source labels. State licensing records are not converted into CMS-style ratings, and CMS fields are not combined into a Haven score.

Absolutcare of Orchard Brooke in Orchard Park

Orchard Park, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Hamburg, NY · 230 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Getzville, NY · 272 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Assisted Living

Lockport, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Bristol Village, Inc. in Clarence Center

Clarence Center, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Brompton Heights in Williamsville

Williamsville, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Brookdale Kenmore in Kenmore

Kenmore, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Brookdale Niagara Assisted Living in North Tonawanda

North Tonawanda, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Brookdale Niagara Memory Care in North Tonawanda

North Tonawanda, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Brookdale Williamsville in Williamsville

Williamsville, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Brothers of Mercy Sacred Heart Home in Clarence

Clarence, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Canterbury Woods in Williamsville

Williamsville, NY · 50 certified beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Canterbury Woods Gates Circle in Buffalo

Buffalo, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Eden Heights in Eden

Eden, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Eden Heights of West Seneca in West Seneca

West Seneca, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Eden Rehabilitation Nursing Center in Eden

Eden, NY · 40 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood at Amherst in Amherst

Amherst, NY · 92 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood at Cheektowaga in Cheektowaga

Cheektowaga, NY · 172 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood at Grand Island in Grand Island

Grand Island, NY · 90 certified beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood at Hamburg in Hamburg

Hamburg, NY · 166 certified beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood at Lancaster in Lancaster

Lancaster, NY · 96 certified beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood at Lockport in Lockport

Lockport, NY · 126 certified beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Niagara Falls, NY · 123 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood at Williamsville in Williamsville

Williamsville, NY · 200 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park in Williamsville

Williamsville, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Father Baker Manor in Orchard Park

Orchard Park, NY · 160 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Orchard Park, NY · 60 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Assisted Living

Williamsville, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Cheektowaga, NY · 184 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Glenwell in Cheektowaga

Cheektowaga, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Greenfield Court in Lancaster

Lancaster, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Greenfield Health & Rehab Center in Lancaster

Lancaster, NY · 160 certified beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Greenfield Terrace in Lancaster

Lancaster, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Williamsville, NY · 192 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Heritage Manor of Lockport in Lockport

Lockport, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Buffalo, NY · 300 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Assisted Living

Kenmore, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Lockport Rehab & Health Care Center in Lockport

Lockport, NY · 82 certified beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Mary Agnes Manor Alp in Buffalo

Buffalo, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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View all 84 community records - 24 more communities

These additional records use the same source labels and order as the listings above and are not hidden because they are not partners. Open each profile to see which regulator, community, or market source supports its displayed facts.

Mcauley Residence in Kenmore

Kenmore, NY · 160 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Mercy Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility in Lackawanna

Lackawanna, NY · 84 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Mount View Assisted Living in Lockport

Lockport, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Newfane Rehab & Health Care Center in Newfane

Newfane, NY · 165 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Niagara Falls, NY · 160 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

North Tonawanda, NY · 200 certified beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Orchard Heights in Orchard Park

Orchard Park, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston

Lewiston, NY · 250 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Tonawanda, NY · 100 certified beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Buffalo, NY · 120 certified beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Niagara Falls, NY · 120 certified beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Schofield Residence in Kenmore

Kenmore, NY · 120 certified beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

West Seneca, NY · 160 certified beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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St Catherine Laboure Health Care Center in Buffalo

Buffalo, NY · 80 certified beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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St. Francis Park in Hamburg

Hamburg, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Symphony Manor at Lancaster in Lancaster

Lancaster, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Tennyson Court in Williamsville

Williamsville, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Terrace View Long Term Care Facility in Buffalo

Buffalo, NY · 390 certified beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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The Amberleigh in Amherst

Amherst, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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The Courtyards Llc in Hamburg

Hamburg, NY

Assisted Living
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Wheatfield Commons in North Tonawanda

North Tonawanda, NY

Assisted LivingMemory Care
Assisted Living market benchmark$4,480–$7,000/mo not this community's rate
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Skilled Nursing

Williamsville, NY · 220 certified beds

1.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing market benchmark$12,420–$15,200/mo not this community's rate
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Frequently asked questions

How much does senior living cost in Buffalo, NY?

In the Buffalo, NY area, assisted living typically runs $4,480–$7,000/month (benchmark median $5,600), memory care $5,860–$9,160/month (benchmark median $7,330), and skilled nursing $12,420–$15,200/month (planning midpoint $13,450) — local estimates built from source-specific published benchmarks adjusted for area prices. The publishers and observation periods differ, so do not turn the care-level figures into a percentage comparison. Use them for planning, then request a written, current all-in price from each community that fits your needs.

What source facts are available for the 84 communities on this page?

CMS-backed skilled-nursing profiles can show Care Compare overall stars, health inspections, staffing, quality measures, fines, and citation history. Assisted living and memory care are state-regulated, so we show state-license records separately rather than converting them into CMS-style ratings or a Haven score. Partnership never changes whether an eligible public record appears.

Is Haven really free for families?

Yes. Haven's public research tools are free for families. This deployment does not accept a family request or make a referral, so no placement fee or payment path is active here. In markets with verified official-roster coverage, we show every licensed community — not just paying partners; elsewhere we identify the source and coverage on the page.

What's the difference between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?

Assisted living helps with daily activities while preserving independence. Memory care is a secured setting with specially trained staff for dementia. Skilled nursing provides 24/7 licensed medical care and rehab. Not sure which fits? Take our free 2-minute care assessment.