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10 Best Nursing Homes in Niagara Falls, NY
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Niagara Falls nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Niagara Falls, NY may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Niagara Falls or another care type is right for you. Browse 12 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Niagara Falls.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kenfield, Seneca-Cazenovia and Parkside.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Wanakah, Clover Bank and Doyle.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Niagara Falls, NY
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9.2
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31 reviews
Mom is being well cared for from hygiene to chef prepared meals. All of her medical needs are closely monitored, and the staff keeps the family well informed of her situation and progress. We visit often...
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.
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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My Mother lived at Brookdale Niagara Enhanced Assisted Living Community for over a year. Her mobility and eyesight were failing. From conscientious aids, she received excellent help and care with showering,...
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.
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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It seems like a nice nursing home. The attitudes of the employees seem generally positive and helpful. However my mom's health took a turn for the worse and she decided to go on hospice. She continues her...
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.
Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield is a assisted living community located in the tranquil town of Wheatfield, NY. Wheatfield is located in Niagara County, about 20-minutes from Niagara Falls, and home to about 18,000 people. Wheatfield is home to a local museum, shops and area stores, where...
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I was there 3 years ago and I liked it so much, that's why I went back there. Everyone was so nice. The meatloaf and chicken taste homemade.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The McGuire Group’s Northgate Health Care Facility provides a variety of services including: 24-hour skilled nursing care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, memory care, hospice services and respite/short-term care. Our rehabilitation program encompasses a breadth of therapy services for...
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it's going okay with my loved one being here so far. i've personally spent some time at another Elderwood community and did not like it. they have several locations, and this one gets a FIVE!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
While we may be new to the Elderwood family, our facility has been located in Tonawanda for over 20 years. Formally Tonawanda Manor, Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda prides itself on the staff that have worked here for decades. Our administrator, Ann Marie, has been a part of our community...
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My Mom moved in here in Feb 2019 and at first she was having a tough time and felt like we didn't want to have her living with us. A month later she has made some friends and is loving living a Emerald...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
We are a brand new retirement residence a stunning hotel converting into a residence. The building may have a new purpose however, the qualified staff that are part of the Emerald team all have years if experience in their field. The residence is bright has all the amenities and is affordable....
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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.
Welcome to Nimigon Retirement Home. Our residence is meant to provide care for senior citizens who enjoy the normal activities of daily living while requiring a secure environment and/or nursing services to function on a daily basis. We provide the highest quality of specialized care; promoting...
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My mother has been living at River Road Retirement residence for a year and a half and it's been wonderful. The staff are friendly and caring and the young ladies who have the most contact with the residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
River Road Retirement Residence is an assisted living community located in beautiful Niagara Falls, ON. Our warm, welcoming community overlooks the stunning Niagara River Gorge, next to paved walking trails and lush, flower-filled parks. Niagara Falls is a compact, friendly city with modern...
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I moved my sister into Cavendish in late February of 2020. Every aspect regarding this residence is exceptional from the nursing staff, cleanliness of facility, food quality & options for the residents,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Cavendish Manor Retirement Residence is a vibrant and active community full of opportunities for residents to engage in meaningful activity and conversation. If a quieter, less active lifestyle is your preference, our rooms offer plenty of natural lighting and comfortable temperatures for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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....
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Niagara Falls, NY
The average cost of senior living in Niagara Falls is $4,143 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngstown, NY with an average of $3,840 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Niagara Falls, NY vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Niagara Falls, NY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Niagara Falls vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Niagara Falls, NY by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Niagara Falls over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Niagara Falls
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Niagara Falls
Northgate Health Care Facility in North Tonawanda, NY
5.0
The people and the care here are really good, I love it. I'm kind of bored at times, but that's because I'm picky about the activities that I choose to participate in that the facility offers. There are so many staff that I liked, they are all good. They keep everything clean, from the outside ...
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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.
Juniper Glen Memory Care Assisted Living in Amherst, NY
4.1
The ambience is comfortable and not clinical like some others
Staff is friendly and helpful, easy to work with
No negatives to report
Niagara Falls nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Niagara Falls nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Niagara Falls, 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 Falls 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 Niagara Falls that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Niagara Falls, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Niagara Falls, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Niagara Falls, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Niagara Falls, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Niagara Falls, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Kenmore, Brookdale Niagara (MC) and Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Niagara Falls, New York. See full list of communities.
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