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Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda

Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda is an assisted living community in Tonawanda, NY.

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Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda

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  • Interior

    A modern, minimalist bedroom with a single bed and contemporary decor.

  • Outdoors

    A peaceful garden setting with a wooden gazebo and lush greenery.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a television, comfortable chairs, and a wooden cabinet.

  • Bedroom

    A modern, minimalist bedroom with neutral tones and simple decor.

  • Trees

    A serene garden with a wooden gazebo surrounded by colorful autumn foliage.

  • Dining

    An empty dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.

  • Recreation

    A group of elderly women gathered around a table, enjoying a recreational activity together.

111 Ensminger Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150

To contact a resident: (716) 871-1814

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.7 from 44 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda Costs & Pricing

Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to both county and state averages. The cost for a semi-private room is $3,840 per month, which is notably lower than the average of $5,015 in Erie County and $4,389 across New York State. For those opting for a studio apartment, the monthly fee is $3,990 - again more affordable than the county's average of $4,223 and the state's average of $4,532. These pricing structures position Elderwood Assisted Living as an appealing choice for families seeking quality care without compromising on affordability within the region.

Floor plansElderwood Assisted Living at TonawandaErie CountyNew York
Semi-Private$3,840$5,015$4,389
Studio$3,990$4,223$4,532

Overall Review of Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda

common 17 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness

Residents and families frequently describe staff as kind, responsive, and helpful.

Many reviewers say the staff was attentive to daily needs and treated residents with kindness. Several also mention being able to bring up concerns and getting support during a stay, including during difficult periods like recovery and the pandemic. At the same time, a smaller group of reviews expresses frustration with inconsistency and staff turnover, describing communication as uneven and care follow-through as a problem.

common 9 reviews mention this

Dining is a mixed experience

Dining gets frequent mentions, with reviews split between praise and disappointment.

Several families say meals were enjoyable, with one describing the food as fantastic and another calling the dining area beautiful. Others describe dining as plentiful. A few reviews temper that by saying some meals were not good, and at least one calls the food bland or institutional.

  • An empty dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • A cheerful gathering of seniors at a dining event, with a man holding a microphone and leading a toast.
  • An elderly couple enjoying a meal together at a cafe.
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Lots of scheduled activities

Residents are consistently described as having plenty to do each day.

Reviewers frequently mention a busy schedule of activities, including daily events and outings. Some also point to specific experiences like ice cream, church or devotional activities, bingo, movie nights, and events that help residents feel included. A few concerns still come up, including reports of activities being limited at times and concerns about staffing levels affecting how quickly caregivers can respond during visits.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Care follow-through and staffing

A recurring concern is that care staffing and follow-through can be inconsistent.

Some reviews raise questions about whether residents are getting the level of nursing, cleanliness, and responsiveness they need, including comments about limited staff coverage on weekends. Others describe problems with medication being handled as ordered and say communication with staff was not great. One reviewer also compares the experience to a more skilled-nursing-like level of care, reinforcing that expectations may vary by resident needs.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Memory care expectations mismatch

One review flags a mismatch between resident needs and available memory-focused programming.

One reviewer says the community did not offer memory care, which meant it did not fit their loved one’s needs. Another mentions not observing memory-care-designed activities. Together, these comments suggest families should confirm memory-support services early and in detail before moving in.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • 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
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • 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
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • 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 (9 miles away) Buffalo Niagara International (9 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
  • 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
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • 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
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Tonawanda, New York offers a variety of amenities and services that may appeal to seniors looking to settle in the area. With a range of restaurants, pharmacies, physicians, parks, cafes, hospitals, theaters, and places of worship all within a few miles radius, residents have easy access to everything they need for convenience and leisure. The presence of well-known chains like McDonald's, CVS Pharmacy, and Starbucks provides familiarity and accessibility for seniors who may rely on these establishments for their daily needs. Additionally, the proximity to healthcare facilities such as Degraff Memorial Hospital and Erie County Medical Center ensures that residents have quality medical care within reach. Overall, this neighborhood in Tonawanda offers a convenient and comfortable environment for seniors looking to enjoy their retirement years.

Restaurants

  • Gray's Place (0.8 miles)
  • Dwyers Irish Pub (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.5 miles)
  • Sinatra's Restaurant (2.7 miles)
  • The Foundry Lounge (3.1 miles)
  • Carrabba's Italian Grill (3.7 miles)
  • IHOP (3.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.6 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.8 miles)
  • Top's Markets (2.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Kenmore Family Medicine (0.9 miles)
  • Northtowns Medical Group PC (1.8 miles)
  • Primary Care Of WNY Primary Care Of Western New York Kenmore (2.2 miles)
  • Dr. Mark Rodman (3.6 miles)
  • Amherst Medical Associates (3.6 miles)
  • 50 Gate Circle (4.4 miles)
  • Fichte Endl & Elmer Eyecare (4.5 miles)

Parks

  • North Tonawanda Gateway Park (2.4 miles)
  • Ellicott Creek Park (3.9 miles)
  • Beaver Island State Park (4.4 miles)
  • Marios Park (6.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (3.3 miles)
  • Wegmans Food Markets (3.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (4.1 miles)
  • Tim Hortons (4.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Degraff Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles)
  • Erie County Medical Center (5.2 miles)
  • John R Oishei Children's Hospital (6.2 miles)
  • Roswell Park Cancer Institute (6.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Maple Ridge 8 (4.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Newman Center at UB (5.1 miles)

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