4.5
(14)
"At Brookdale Niagara I (formerly Sterling House of Niagara), we take the time to get to know our residents. We sit down with them and their ..."
READ MOREThe average cost of assisted living in the county is $3,895 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 13 Assisted Living Communities in Niagara County and several in surrounding areas.
4.5
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"At Brookdale Niagara I (formerly Sterling House of Niagara), we take the time to get to know our residents. We sit down with them and their ..."
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(7)
"There is something for everyone at Heritage Manor of Lockport. Come and join us and start anew with good friends who care. Our complex is l..."
READ MORE2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY 14304
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3.8
(11)
"_________________________________________ Conveniently located on Route 62, in Niagara Falls, New York, Elderwood Assisted Living at Whea..."
READ MORE3509 Ransomville Road, Ransomville, NY 14131
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4.0
(2)
"About Ransomville Manor Located in Niagara County, Ransomville Manor is a beautiful facility set just minutes from the Lake Ontario shorelin..."
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"Established in 1959, you should live as independently as you are able. You'll have your own private, or semi-private room in a secure settin..."
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5465 Upper Mountain Road, Lockport, NY 14094
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3.0
(6)
"Welcome to Lockport Presbyterian Home! Find Your Friends Here. You have collected a robust catalogue of keepsakes. These items pleasantly r..."
READ MORE"Urban Park Towers is a senior living community in Lockport, New York, conveniently located between the Erie Canal and Lockport Main Street. ..."
READ MORE"Welcome to Wheatfield Towers!"
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(76)
"Explore new interests at The Amberleigh, where our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle t..."
READ MORE4.6
(19)
"Tennyson Court is one of the leading Elderly care company in New York that deals with Assisted living facilities, memory care, respite care,..."
READ MORE5271 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221
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4.5
(22)
"Elderwood Village at Williamville offers beautiful apartment style accommodations in either Studio, One or Two Bedroom Floor plans. As an a..."
READ MORE245 Basset Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221
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4.5
(14)
"Elderwood's assisted living communities extend your freedom while offering just the right amount of assistance with your daily needs. We tak..."
READ MORE580 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca, NY 14224
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4.1
(24)
"____________________________________________ Conveniently located, a short distance from Interstate 90, Elderwood Village at West Seneca, N..."
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(32)
"Brookdale Kenmore (formerly Wynwood of Kenmore) provides outstanding personalized assisted living care, innovative services and comfortable ..."
READ MORE815 Hopkins Road, Buffalo, NY 14221
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4.5
(10)
"Heathwood residents lead full, rewarding lives. From movie nights to Wii bowling, bingo and discussions of current events, our calendar is f..."
READ MORE575 Cayuga Creek Rd, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
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3.7
(34)
"Assisted Living and Memory Care Cheektowaga Just a stone's throw away from Buffalo lies the quaint town of Cheektowaga, a place where value..."
READ MORE111 Ensminger Road, Tonawanda, NY 14150
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4.0
(14)
"_______________________________________ Opened in 1993, Elderwood Assisted Living in Tonawanda is located in Tonawanda New York. It is a be..."
READ MORE229 Bennett Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
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4.2
(11)
"_________________________________________ Conveniently located off Bennett Road, a short distance from the New York State Thruway, Elderw..."
READ MORE201 Reist Street, Williamsville, NY 14221
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4.5
(7)
"Fredonia Place of Williamsville is located just one block from the beautiful Village of Williamsville's shopping district. Williamsville is ..."
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"About Mary Agnes Manor Mary Agnes Manor is located in the heart of Erie County, and our assisted living facility offers a beautiful view o..."
READ MORE8455 Clarence Center Road, Clarence Center, NY 14032
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4.4
(22)
"Welcome to Bristol Village, Inc.. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free lifesty..."
READ MORE3030 Clinton Street, West Seneca, NY 14224
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4.4
(17)
"Life at Eden Heights of West Seneca assisted living facility is meant to enhance the lives of our seniors by providing a cozy, home-like atm..."
READ MORE275 Brompton Road, Williamsville, NY 14221
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3.8
(31)
"Brompton Heights is an all-inclusive senior living community where seniors can age in place, and live a longer, healthier and more fulfillin..."
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(27)
"Although our beautiful 120-acre country campus may first attract you, it's our staff that makes the Brothers of Mercy Skilled Nursing Pr..."
READ MORE5953 Broadway, Lancaster, NY 14086
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3.6
(24)
"Welcome to GreenField Continuing Care Community. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hass..."
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(6)
3.7
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"Glenwell offers more than assisted living services, we offer a lifestyle for your future. We strive to enhance each resident's quality o..."
READ MORE410 Mill Street, Williamsville, NY 14221
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4.0
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"Come LIVE Come LIVE in a community that supports independence, encourages a healthy lifestyle, and provides peace of mind when meeting the c..."
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225 Como Park Blvd., Cheektowaga, NY 14227
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2.7
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"Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is Buffalo’s premiere location for physical rehabilitation, secure memory care, and skilled..."
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(3)
"Lancaster Manor is an adult home which strives to enhance the quality of life for our residents. By providing a nurturing, supportive, and a..."
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"Weinberg Campus is a thoughtfully and uniquely designed residential community that is focused on providing a continually innovative approach..."
READ MORE111 St. Gregory Court, Williamsville, NY 14221
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5.0
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"Elderwood Village at St. Gregory Court is an assisted living facility in Williamsville, NY. Elderwood Village at St. Gregory Court offers ac..."
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"Liberty Apartment is an assisted living facility located right next to the Stiglmeier Park in Buffalo, New York. It's a short distance from ..."
READ MORE3456 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY 14217
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"Kenwell offers more than assisted living services, we offer a lifestyle for your future. We strive to enhance each resident's quality of..."
READ MORE147 REIST STREET, Williamsville, NY 14221
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"Located just off the shores of Lake Erie, Kibler Senior Apartments is part of Tonawanda, in northwestern New York state. From the shopping v..."
READ MORE2850 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY 14072
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"Welcome to Elderwood at Grand Island! Schedule a short-term stay for your loved one. We offer a safe, medically supervised environment, with..."
READ MORE"Fox Creek Estates is located between Swormville and East Amhearst in New York. There are plenty of shopping and dining options within walkin..."
READ MORE"FayeBrooke Senior Apartments is located minutes from the center of Williamsville, New York, near the Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital and ..."
READ MORE"Welcome to Mc Kinley Square! McKinley Square, a DePaul Community Residence-Single Room Occupancy (CR-SRO) Program, provides housing in a se..."
READ MORE217 East Delavan Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14208
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"Located in the heart of Buffalo, New York, is the Lutheran Church Home of Buffalo, an assisted living facility with a full range of service ..."
READ MORE1175 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209
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433 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209
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"Bristolwood Independent Living is located just north of downtown in Buffalo, New York. In addition to the Theater District, hospitals and me..."
READ MORE"StoneGate of Clarence is nestled between the villages of Clarence and Williamsville in New York. Though Williamsville has a modest populatio..."
READ MORE4520 Ransom Road, P.O. Box 117 , Clarence, NY 14031
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READ MOREAccording to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study, Niagara County is one of the least expensive areas for assisted living in this region of New York. The county falls below the national average of $4,000 and the state average of $4,185. Nearby cities, such as Rochester ($4,396) and Syracuse ($4,185), have higher monthly expenses for assisted living, and several cities average over $1,000 higher per month, including Elmira ($5,710) and the Watertown area ($5,509).
Senior care cost data was not available for Niagara County, so data for the Buffalo area, the closest region, was used.
Niagara County
$3,895
National average
$4,000
State average
$4,185
Rochester
$4,396
Syracuse
$4,185
Ithaca
$5,000
Watertown area
$5,509
Elmira
$5,710
Senior care expenses may vary widely depending on the services sought, and this is true in Niagara County. Average monthly service costs range from $1,083 for adult day health care to $11,285 for a semiprivate room in a nursing home, which is nearly three times the cost of assisted living ($3,895). In-home care is slightly more expensive than assisted living, with homemaker services costing an average of $4,385 per month and a home health aide averaging $4,690 monthly. Seniors weighing the cost of at-home care versus care in a residential facility should factor in housing expenses such as rent and upkeep, which are generally included in the monthly cost of assisted living. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart
Assisted living
$3,895
Homemaker services
$4,385
Home health aide
$4,690
Adult day health
$1,083
Nursing home care (semiprivate room)
$11,285
Low-income New Yorkers ages 65 and over may be eligible for Medicaid services. Medicaid provides comprehensive health care services, including preventative care, inpatient hospital stays, ambulance services and nursing facility care.
Single applicants must have an income of no more than $859 a month with assets not exceeding $15,450. Married couples must not exceed $1,267 monthly in income and $22,800 in assets. All sources of income are counted in these amounts, including, but not limited to, wages, pensions, alimony and Social Security. Seniors do not need to meet a specific level-of-care need to qualify for Medicaid.
For older residents who don’t meet Medicaid’s financial requirements, assistance may still be available through New York’s Medicaid Excess Income Program, which assists people who have high medical bills. The program allows individuals to spend down their income on medical bills until they reach Medicaid eligibility levels, at which point Medicaid kicks in.
New York State also offers Medicaid planning programs, in which over-income or over-asset individuals are matched with a Medicaid professional who can guide them toward Medicaid eligibility.
New York’s Medicaid program also offers several specific waivers for older residents seeking assisted living services.
The New York Managed Long-Term Care Program Waiver is for seniors who need a skilled nursing facility level of care but prefer to receive care in an assisted living residence instead. For eligible individuals, MLTC may provide needed services, such as personal care assistance, to enable seniors to maintain their independence.
Assisted Living Program
The New York Assisted Living Program provides financial aid to seniors residing in assisted living facilities who may require additional care, such as housecleaning, skilled nursing or personal emergency response systems.
For further information on Medicaid and any associated waivers or to be paired with a Medicaid planner, interested New Yorkers should visit the American Council on Aging’s Medicaid Planning Assistance page or the NYS Department of Health. To apply for Medicaid, seniors can visit their Local Departments of Social Services or call the Medicaid Helpline at (800) 541-2831.
Veterans Aid and Attendance Program
The VA Aid and Attendance Program offsets the costs of assisted living services for eligible veterans and surviving spouses aged 65 and over. Program requirements state that applicants must need assistance with bathing, dressing or other activities of daily living in order to be eligible.
The local VA benefits office can offer additional program information and assist applicants with the often complicated application process. Interested individuals can also write to New York’s Pension Management Office with detailed information and documentation as to why they qualify for this benefit.
Optional State Supplementation
Administered by the Social Security Administration, OSS provides a personal needs allowance for individuals in residential care facilities. SSI recipients in nursing homes may receive $25, while individuals in other facilities may receive $5. For qualified individuals, the state supplement is added directly to the federal payment. Resource limitations and income exclusions follow federal SSI regulations.
Interested individuals should apply at their local Social Security Administration field office or call (800) 772-1213 for further information.
Assisted Living Bridge Loans
Seniors in need of alternative funding for assisted living can pursue assisted living bridge loans offered by Elderlife Financial Services. These loans may provide up to one year of assisted living payments. Only seniors awaiting more permanent funding should apply as the lender requires this information.
While interest rates may be high, these loans can have multiple co-borrowers, minimizing the necessity for individual creditworthiness. This option is available to families looking to share in the financing of senior care.
For further information on bridge loans, individuals can contact Elderlife Financial Services directly.
Niagara County senior centers aim to provide a pleasant, healthy environment where local senior citizens can socialize and relax. These recreation centers offer structured activities, fitness classes and information on community resources for seniors in need.
Town of Lewiston Senior Center
4361 Lower River Road, Youngstown, NY 14171
(716) 754-9474
Lockport Senior Citizen’s Center
33 Ontario Street, Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 433-1886
North Tonawanda Senior Center
110 Groundry Street, North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 695-8582
John A. Duke Senior Citizens Center
1201 Hyde Park Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
(716) 297-9324
Area agencies on aging provide assistance, referrals and advocacy for seniors in need. Offerings include financial counseling, legal services and housing resources. Outreach staff visit countywide locations to provide information and to answer questions about available services. Niagara County Office of the Aging
111 Main Street, Suite 101, Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 438-4020
Ensuring the well-being of local veterans, Niagara County veteran centers offer support, benefits information and referrals. Outpatient VA clinics provide preventative screenings, mental health counseling and other health services to local veterans.
Niagara County Veterans Service Agency
111 Main Street, Suite 200, Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 438-4090
Resources, benefits counseling, referrals
Lockport Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
5883 Snyder Drive, Lockport, NY 14094
(716) 863-3117
Routine care, urgent care, mental health counseling
Niagara Falls Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
2201 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
(716) 862-8580
Primary care, behavioral health services
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Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield
2600 Niagara Falls Boulevard,
Niagara Falls, New York 14304
3.8
(11 reviews)
$3,886
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