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Elderwood Assisted Living At West Seneca in Buffalo, NY

Elderwood Assisted Living At West Seneca is an assisted living community in Buffalo, NY.

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Elderwood Assisted Living At West Seneca in Buffalo, NY

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  • Interior

    A sunlit waiting room with chairs and plants.
  • Outdoors

    A serene garden pond enclosed by a stone wall and lush greenery.
  • Decor

    A minimalist bedroom with a single bed and green bedding, featuring two nightstands and lamps.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, lamps, and plants.
  • Building

    A large residential building with a welcoming entrance and driveway.
  • Architecture

    Front view of a hotel with a welcoming entrance and landscaped surroundings.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed and green bedding, featuring a connected bathroom.
  • Windows

    A cozy living and dining area featuring a fireplace, tables with chairs, and large windows.
  • Landscaping

    A beautifully designed residential building with a welcoming entrance and well-maintained landscaping.
  • Garden

    A peaceful patio area with a bench, potted flowers, and lush greenery next to a building.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy seating area with modern chairs and a sofa, surrounded by wall photographs and illuminated by ceiling lights.
  • Outdoor

    Outdoor patio area with seating and awning attached to a building.

580 Orchard Park Road, Buffalo, NY 14224

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4.1 from 60 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
17
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Elderwood Assisted Living At West Seneca Costs & Pricing

Elderwood Assisted Living At West Seneca offers competitive pricing for its services, particularly when compared to both Erie County and the broader New York state averages. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,164 monthly, which is slightly below the county average of $4,223 but remains higher than the state average of $4,532. The one-bedroom option is priced at $4,536, considerably above the county rate of $2,855 while still being competitive with New York's average of $4,307. The two-bedroom accommodation stands at $4,903; although this exceeds the county's average of $2,736, it aligns closely with the state's average cost of $4,786. Overall, Elderwood provides a range of options that cater to different needs while reflecting the nuances in pricing across local and state levels.

Floor plansElderwood Assisted Living At West SenecaErie CountyNew York
Studio$4,164$4,223$4,532
1 Bedroom$4,536$2,855$4,307
2 Bedrooms$4,903$2,736$4,786

Overall Review of Elderwood Assisted Living At West Seneca

common 15 reviews mention this

Food is a consistent highlight

Meals and the dining experience are a recurring positive in reviews.

Many residents and family members say the food is enjoyable, with several calling out variety and accommodating options when residents want something different. Others describe three meals a day and note that a loved one still looks forward to dining after move-in. A few reviews also mention that food quality can vary at times, but most comments about meals stay on the positive side. Overall, dining comes up as a steady reason families feel comfortable day to day.

  • A cozy living and dining area featuring a fireplace, tables with chairs, and large windows.
common 13 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents describe frequent activities that help them stay involved.

Reviews frequently mention organized activities such as bingo, games, live entertainment, and religious services, along with scheduled day trips and outings. Several families say their loved ones look forward to the activities and seem happy participating. There are also mentions that opportunities were reduced during COVID, with at least one person saying the lack of activities was a problem. Still, the broader pattern is that the community offers a lot to do.

caveat 11 reviews mention this

Care communication is mixed

Families describe uneven follow-through on care details and communication.

Some reviews praise nursing staff for communicating needs to family members and being responsive, but other residents describe gaps when it mattered most. Several families cite concerns around medication or medical management, including diabetes-related care, medication monitoring expectations, and follow-up after admitting a resident or returning from rehab. A few reviews also say communication slowed down after arrival or that staff did not answer pointed questions clearly. Overall, residents describe a community where the care experience can depend heavily on the situation and how needs are handled.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Memory care isn’t available

Some families wish the community offered memory care.

At least two reviews specifically call out that memory care is not offered, and explain that this limitation affected their planning or outcomes. In one case, a family member needed memory support beyond what the community could provide. In another, the lack of memory care was identified as the main missing piece despite otherwise positive activity and dining impressions.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some

Some reviews say the cost is a drawback.

Multiple reviewers describe the community as not cheap, with at least one saying they chose not to move in because of price. Other families contrast the cost with what they felt was included in care support. A separate review also notes that services beyond basic assisted living can feel like extra charges. Overall, pricing appears to be a recurring concern even when families like the building and daily experience.

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Features

Housing

  • 128 resident community capacity 128 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • General store General store
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Buffalo Niagara International (8 miles away) Buffalo Niagara International (8 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

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Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Buffalo, New York offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple pharmacies located within a few miles, access to medication and healthcare is convenient. There are also several cafes and restaurants nearby, providing options for dining out or grabbing a quick bite to eat. In terms of healthcare, there are reputable physicians and hospitals within close proximity, ensuring quality medical care is easily accessible. Additionally, there are parks for exercise and relaxation, as well as places of worship for spiritual nourishment. The area also has access to public transportation through the Amtrak station, making it easy to travel if needed. Overall, this part of Buffalo provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient place to live.

Pharmacies

  • Wegmans (0.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Upstate Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Wegmans Food Markets (0.4 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (4.9 miles)
  • Wegmans Food Markets (6.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Western New York Ear Nose and Throat (0.5 miles)
  • OB GYN Associates of WNY (2.5 miles)
  • DENT Neurological Center (3.1 miles)
  • Dr Kathleen K Budzinski, MD (3.8 miles)
  • Orchard Park Pediatrics (3.9 miles)
  • Buffalo Medical Group PC (4.2 miles)
  • The Evergreen Exchange (6.5 miles)

Parks

  • Centennial Park (1 miles)
  • Volunteer Firemans Park (2.4 miles)
  • Woodlawn Beach State Park (4 miles)
  • Green Lake Park (5.3 miles)
  • Wilkeson Pointe (5.8 miles)
  • Delaware Park Marcy Casino (6.2 miles)
  • ashwood Nature Trail (6.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
  • Rusty Nickel Brewing Company (1.7 miles)
  • Duff's Famous Wings (2.5 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.7 miles)
  • Buffalo Sports Garden (2.9 miles)
  • Moe's Southwest Grill (3 miles)
  • Apollo Family Restaurant (3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Queen of Heaven Church Rectory Office (1.5 miles)
  • Queen of Angels (3 miles)
  • Saint John Gualbert Catholic Church & Diocesan Shrine (5.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital Operating Room (2.1 miles)
  • Roswell Park Cancer Institute (6.3 miles)
  • John R Oishei Children's Hospital (6.5 miles)
  • Erie County Medical Center (6.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Quaker Crossing STM 18 (3 miles)
  • Regal Walden Galleria 4Dx & RPX (5.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak - Buffalo, NY Depew Station (BUF) (5.7 miles)

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