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Photo of Brookdale Valparaiso Assisted Living
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.9
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45 reviews
9.9
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45 reviews
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Awesome staff. The battle with bed bugs has been a deal. Not their fault, but it has taken a very long time and we are hopeful it is now under control. I would absolutely recommend Brookdale. Regardless, of...
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.
Exceptional Senior LivingChoose us for your next home base, and you can the stress and isolation that often come with life at home for an upgraded quality of life. Chores are gone. Laundry, cleaning, home maintenance—we’ll take care of all of that. All you have to take care of it living your best...
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2121 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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24 reviews
9.7
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24 reviews
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My mother in law is a Wynnfield Crossing resident. This experience has been wonderful for our family. The care team is just wonderful. The Resident Assistants treat her with the same care that our family...
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.
Take pride in residing at Wynnfield Crossing, an Assisted Living community in Rochester, Indiana. Our residents are warmhearted, interesting people who enjoy Assisted Living — freedom from the worries and dangers of solitary living, cooking and cleaning with the knowledge of knowing someone is...
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Photo of Brookdale Valparaiso Memory Care
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.6
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17 reviews
9.6
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17 reviews
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I would say to put your family there. The staff is kind and caring and very supportive for both residents and families. Brookdale is clean all the time and smells fresh.
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a satisfying life. That’s why our community builds activities into every day, specifically chosen because each one contributes to some significant quality of life. We offer dedicated memory care in Valparaiso, Indiana, a dynamic...
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9.6
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18 reviews
9.6
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When you cannot take care of yourself any more, this is the place to be. They try really hard to take good care of everyone here. I think that is the most important thing. There are also fun things to do...
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.
Trustwell Living at Settlers Place is located in the small town of La Porte, Indiana. We are on the southeast edge of town, where we can enjoy the beautiful farmland and also be close to downtown for activities and shopping. We encourage our residents to enjoy the outdoors and offer...
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88 Floor plans available
9.4
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30 reviews
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My mother had to move out of her home after a fall and time in the hospital. 5-Star Residences of Northwoods has been very helpful in getting her settled into her “new home” - even when she was unhappy that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Let’s talk about senior living. For that, you want to love where you are, who surrounds you, and what you’re doing. Sounds like Five Star Residences of Northwoods in Kokomo, Indiana. The living and community spaces are elegant with just-right warmth. There’s so much to do and share here, it’s a...
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9.3
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41 reviews
9.3
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I can honestly say that the first thing you feel when you walk in the front door, is welcome. The Director, down to the Maintenance woman are some of the most underrated people on the planet. My MIL is...
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.
Digby Place provides thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. A full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. We welcome pets and help...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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I would ask about communication between the staff and how efficiently the resident's needs are spread throughout the team. For example, we were asked to bring something in for our mom, and then reprimanded...
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.
Saint Anthony, a crucial community partner in the Crown Point area, offers a full range of services and treatments, from Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation Services, Pastoral Care, and Child Care. Every Saint Anthony resident enjoys private accommodations. These...
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9.2
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Nothing but good things to say. My mother chose it, but the entire family agreed. I would recommend to others but I understand the food is lousy. Maybe some improvement there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Valparaiso, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities...
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Photo of Bloom at Kokomo
1212 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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9.0
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The meals are really good and family is invited to join, giving a little advance warning and a small fee. The people are very attentive when she doesn't go down for meals. They check on her often. Everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Bloom at Kokomo is a family-owned and operated assisted living and memory care establishment. Since 1965, our goal has been simple yet aspirational: to help our residents flourish. Entering a Bloom community does not mean checking your lifestyle or personality at the door. Residents continue to...
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1919 Photos available
9.0
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32 reviews
9.0
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32 reviews
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I love the location and that it is a smaller facility. Just wish their memory care was not so expensive. I think it's the most expensive in the area.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Photo of Cedar Creek of Logansport
88 Photos available
8.8
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30 reviews
8.8
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30 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is their friendly staff and yes we would recommend Cedar Creek of Logansport community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
At McKinney Place, we provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. Our...
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Photo of Five Star Residences of Lafayette
1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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35 reviews
8.6
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35 reviews
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You are responsible all of your basic bathroom items. In uncluding your shower liner. They need more activities for dementia residents.The dinning room could cook more gluten free items.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of West Lafayette Assisted Living
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8.5
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[name removed], the new Director, is working hard to make this a wonderful environment. Today we joined the Christmas brunch and we loved the food. The brunch was well-organized and fun. My Mom is very happy...
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.
West Lafayette Assisted Living offers a new senior housing alternative that combines residential apartment living, hotel like services, and access to personal care assistance. Our apartment styles range from cozy and economical alcove studios to more spacious two bedroom suites. Residents can...
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Photo of Two Hearts Homes for Seniors
1313 Photos available
8.4
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15 reviews
8.4
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Excellent facility and staff. Today, it is extremely hard to find a top-notch facility for loved ones. Two Hearts and staff are very attentive to the needs of the residents. The facility is always beautiful...
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.
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Photo of Bickford of Wabash
1313 Photos available
8.0
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All employees are great at helping me and [name removed] out. If I can't get her on the phone, they dial me back from her room. Everything I send her gets to her room, then I receive a note saying so from...
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.
From freshly prepared meals to an energetic social scene, Bickford ensures your loved one experiences the zest of life every day. Our caregivers, more like extended family, are there at every step, ensuring your loved one’s best possible life. Central to our ethos is the HigherPath senior health...
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Photo of Brentwood at LaPorte
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The place is beautiful and the individual apartments are very nice. Also, Brentwood offered being able to go on Medicaid if Mom ran out of money. Most of the others didn't have this option. The staff was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brentwood at La Porte is a senior care community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services in La Porte, Indiana. Our stunning community is located in a peaceful residential area just ten miles south of Lake Michigan in the heart of La Porte. La Porte is a highly...
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Photo of Autumn Trace Senior Communities Attica
99 Photos available
8.0
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Autumn Trace has done a wonderful job of making my mom feel welcome and at home. The staff is simply wonderful, they are caring and consistent.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
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Photo of Aster Place
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.9
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28 reviews
7.9
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28 reviews
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What I like the most about Aster Place is the shuttle to take me to appoints. Also the residents are social. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far .
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
American Senior Communities is proud to present this exciting new option coming soon to the Greater Lafayette area. American Senior Communities have been serving seniors for over a decade with over 60 locations dedicated to the very best customer service. Located between IU Hospital- &...
Photo of Westminster Village
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7.0
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My mother who has Alzheimer's disease recently fell, fractured her pelvic and had to have in patient therapy. We chose Westminster Village because they are known as the best around. Also, because I work in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
From its inception, Westminster Village has shared a strong bond with Purdue University. In fact, land for the development was purchased at an attractive price and with the encouragement of Purdue University and the Purdue Research Foundation. Developed and constructed by Presbyterian Housing...
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After having experience at other facilities with other family members. Avalon Springs cannot compare. the BEST! Beautiful environment inside and out. Very caring staff that meet the needs of residents. Not a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Avalon Springs Health Campus is located near the heart of downtown Valparaiso, IN; a town known for its unique restaurants, plentiful shopping, and its supportive and friendly community. Voted one of America’s Best Communities, Valparaiso has much to offer, from the breathtaking Talltree...
Photo of Valparaiso Senior Village
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Friendly and genuinely caring staff! Residents enjoy constant activities and receive lots of kind and personal attention. I drop by at all hours and always feel welcome and always find a well kept...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Valparaiso Senior Village is excited to offer Assisted Living and Memory Care services to the seniors of Valparaiso, Indiana, and its surrounding areas. Valparaiso Senior Village offers a safe and active lifestyle paired with a kind and compassionate staff. Our care services are unique to each...
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The people here are wonderful, loving, and caring. It is wonderful here. I would recomend this to everyone. Wellbrooke is a lovely place, I've enjoyed it very much.
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.
At Wellbrooke of Kokomo, quality of care goes beyond our beautiful accommodations. It means staying involved and engaged in the life you love and the things you enjoy. For this reason, we not only offer gracious living in beautifully-designed private apartments, but also variety of enriching...
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I love them. I am so glad my dad is there. They have a great staff from the nursing staff to the cleaning staff, I have never been disappointed. Any issue I have they have addressed. They have done a great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Lafayette, Indiana is a town full to the brim with history, culture, and friendly people. At Creasy Springs Health Campus, we’re no different. We take pride in serving the people of Lafayette, and providing a warm, familiar place for our residents to call home. Those who wish to explore outside...
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I moved my mom here from another Memory Care facility that is considered top notch. Bickford's staff was much more attentive and you didn't notice the employee shortages that so many other facilities were...
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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage.  As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings.  The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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Although Wittenberg Village has experienced some recent changes, the community is a perfect fit for my mom and the other residents. The activities keep her busy, and she really enjoys all of the extra...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of nursing homes in Buffalo, IN

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $4,093 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fulton, IN with an average of $3,409 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Buffalo, IN, vs. nearby cities

Buffalo, IN
$4,093/mo
$4,065/mo

Nursing homes costs in Buffalo, IN, vs. state and national averages

Buffalo, IN
$4,093/mo
$4,169/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Nursing homes costs in Buffalo, IN, vs. other senior living options

$4,807/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,093/mo

Nursing homes costs in Buffalo, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,977/mo
Studio
$3,800/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,057/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,547/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,082/mo

Senior living costs in Buffalo vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Buffalo, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBuffalo, INIndianaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,093/mo$4,169/mo$4,836/mo
Assisted Living$3,717/mo$3,851/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,807/mo$4,944/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,404/mo$3,145/mo$4,070/mo
Nursing Homes
Buffalo, IN:$4,093/mo
Indiana:$4,169/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Assisted Living
Buffalo, IN:$3,717/mo
Indiana:$3,851/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Buffalo, IN:$4,807/mo
Indiana:$4,944/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Buffalo, IN:$3,404/mo
Indiana:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Buffalo, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Buffalo 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Buffalo, IN

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Buffalo 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
Buffalo, IN$4,514/mo$4,198/mo+7.5%
Indiana$5,054/mo$4,897/mo+3.2%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Buffalo, IN
2024 average cost:$4,514/mo
2023 average cost:$4,198/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$5,054/mo
2023 average cost:$4,897/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buffalo

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buffalo

Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Aviva Valparaiso

3.5
The staff greetings were very pleasant at Aviva Valparaiso. The admissions and finances were also pleasant and helpful. Most of the staff in the Memory Center were always helpful, not enough of them. Housekeeping needed a little more effort, but again not enough of them. Meals were usually warm ...
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Kokomo Place

4.6
So far the staff have been easy to work with. The activities are very good. They've been good about working with us to get the apartment straightened around. And the care has been pretty good. Although they have some interesting practices - for instance, having three CNAs come to get our ...
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Buffalo nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Buffalo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo, INNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.6%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.9%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
68.2%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
72.9%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
68.2%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.7%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.4%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo nursing homes

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 Buffalo Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.4%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.6%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.4%
1.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.8%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.2%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.6%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Buffalo nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
32.9%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.4%
0.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.7%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.6%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
43.5%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
32.9%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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