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From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Niagara County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 8 assisted living facilities in the Niagara County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

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22 Floor plans available
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My FIL loved being at Brookdale. He commented all the time about how nice his room was. It was a very nice size. All the furniture is included but we brought our own mattress and his favorite side table to...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
This is where state-of-the-art care meets a passion for painting.If you and your family are looking for a memory care community, we can help. Our Alzheimer's and dementia care community, also known as Clare Bridge, is rooted in “a person-centered approach”. That means we help our residents find a...
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22 Floor plans available
9.0
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Yes it is priced, in my opinion, on the higher side, but they certainly make a case for getting what you pay for. Everyone I have worked with at Brookdale has been fantastic! They have seemingly gone above...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Need a little extra help so you can host a princess tea party with the grandkids? No problem.Here at our enhanced assisted living community, we can help you with the little things—like simple housekeeping and meals—and with bathing, getting dressed and managing medications, too. You can go focus...
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We love Heritage Manor. My husband is there and he is very comfortable and happy. The staff is professional and call me or our son with the slightest of concerns. They are friendly and very welcoming! Rating...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Established in 1989, Heritage Manor of Lockport has been providing residents of Niagara County two types of exceptionalsenior living. Our 64 bed adult home is available to seniors who may no longer be able to live at home independently andwould benefit from the many assisted living services...
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They are extremely clean. When COVID started, the staff spend two hours per apartment cleaning and sanitizing which we loved, They closed down the building a week before everyone else, too. I have been...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Established in 1959, Lockport Presbyterian Home is the longest operating not-for-profit Adult Care Facility in Lockport accepting seniors 65 years of age or older. You can live as independently as you are able with support services and 24 hour supervision available to assist you. Our facility...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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Cost of assisted living in Niagara County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Niagara County is $4,166 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngstown, NY with an average of $3,840 per month.

Assisted living costs in Niagara County, NY, vs. nearby counties

Niagara County, NY
$4,166/mo
$4,289/mo

Assisted living costs in Niagara County, NY, vs. state and national averages

Niagara County, NY
$4,166/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Niagara County, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,166/mo
$4,166/mo

Assisted living costs in Niagara County, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,148/mo
Studio
$6,230/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,985/mo

Senior living costs in Niagara County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Niagara County, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNiagara County, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$4,166/mo$5,523/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,166/mo$5,594/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,075/mo$4,409/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Niagara County, NY:$4,166/mo
New York:$5,523/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Niagara County, NY:$4,166/mo
New York:$5,594/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Niagara County, NY:$3,075/mo
New York:$4,409/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Niagara County, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Niagara County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Niagara County, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Niagara County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Niagara County, NY$9,424/mo$7,662/mo+23.0%
New York$6,382/mo$6,140/mo+3.9%
National$5,164/mo$4,976/mo+3.8%
Niagara County, NY
2024 average cost:$9,424/mo
2023 average cost:$7,662/mo
Percent change:+23.0%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,382/mo
2023 average cost:$6,140/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,164/mo
2023 average cost:$4,976/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Niagara County, NY

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Niagara County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Niagara County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Niagara County

River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY

3.6
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park in Williamsville, NY

4.5
Staff is very friendly. Housekeeping and maintenance do an excellent job. Communication with family is lacking at times, but has definitely improved after my mom has been there for a few months. My mom enjoys the food and has even become more social since moving there. She has also started to ...
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Niagara County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Niagara County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Niagara County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Niagara County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Niagara County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Niagara County, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Niagara County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Niagara County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Niagara County, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Niagara County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Niagara County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Niagara County, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Niagara County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Niagara County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Niagara County, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Niagara County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Niagara County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Niagara County, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Niagara County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Niagara County protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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