Buffalo Assisted Living

The median cost of assisted living in Buffalo for a single-occupancy apartment is $3,750/month (Genworth - 2013). This monthly cost typically includes rent, utilities, dining, housekeeping and transportation.

Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Erie and the tranquil Niagara River, Buffalo is the second largest city in New York. Originally home to the Iroquois Indians, Buffalo was settled in 1789 by European traders, who named the town after a creek that runs through the city.

Because of its pure air and water, Reader’s Digest named Buffalo one of the cleanest places to live in the entire country. Over 260,000 people of all different ethnicities are proud to call Buffalo their home. Due to its senior-friendly atmosphere, adults who choose assisted living in Buffalo will not be disappointed with their choice.

Buffalo Attractions

There are many special attractions and places in the city of Buffalo to explore. Residents of assisted living in Buffalo enjoy going to one of the many art galleries in the city, like the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Burchfield-Penney Art Center at Buffalo State College. Music lovers head to Kleinhans Music Hall to see the popular Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra.

There are plenty of bargain retailers as well as high-class boutiques in Buffalo. Seniors go to Walden Galleria, a popular mall that features almost 200 different stores that sell every product imaginable, from electronics to stylish clothing.

Buffalo Senior Activities

To make new friends in Buffalo, elderly adults can go to one of the 23 senior centers in Buffalo. These centers are open year-round, and most only require a small fee to join. Many residents of assisted living in Buffalo go to the popular centers to take part in recreational activities, such as games, fun outings and even overnight trips.

Seniors can expand their minds by taking computer or art classes, and stay healthy by taking advantage of the preventative wellness screenings that the centers offer. Most centers also serve a hot lunch or dinner that can be enjoyed friends.

Buffalo Medical Facilities

Communities of assisted living in Buffalo are conveniently located near Buffalo General Hospital, a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers many services and includes a geriatrics center with board certified physicians.

The National Research Corporation gave Buffalo General Hospital its prestigious Consumer Choice award in 2011, which is the third year in the row the hospital has held that honor.

Buffalo Transportation

Getting to and from a community of assisted living in Buffalo is easy, with a great public transportation system available. The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA)-Metro transports thousands of passengers each day to destinations all around the city and operates both a railway line and buses. Senior citizens pay a reduced fare of only 75 cents per ride and can buy a monthly metro pass that provides unlimited rides.

Find Assisted Living in Buffalo

Whether your loved one is just starting on his or her retirement journey or has been retired for many years and is looking for a change, Buffalo can be a great new place to call home. To view a list of local senior housing options, visit our Buffalo Assisted Living page.

Written by senior housing writing staff.