Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Buffalo, NY
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Buffalo, NY
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in Buffalo, New York, offers a range of comprehensive amenities, including Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-term Stays. Their licensed assisted living choices are designed to deliver the specific level of care needed, supported by a committed team of empathetic healthcare professionals.
Their philosophy acknowledges that minor additional assistance can enhance daily life satisfaction. Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care provides seniors with a personalized approach to living services. With an adaptable strategy, Heathwood can consistently address evolving needs.
128-bed community Rank #387 / 737Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 387th out of 737 homes in New York for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other New York facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
48 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #694 / 1149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 694th out of 1149 homes in New York for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAdult Home
CountyErie
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care is legally operated by Heathwood Assisted Living At Williamsville, Inc.
Enhanced Assisted Living
Short-Term Stay
Inspection History
In New York, the Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care performs unannounced onsite inspections to monitor compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Since 2026 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published inspection data.
0 enforcement actions
5 violations
4 complaints
6 inspections
Inspection Score
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, violations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical New York assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, violations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the New York state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical New York assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
14 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Rank #50 / 616 in New York Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 50th out of 616 homes in New York for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the New York average among 616 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 97 out of 100. Letter grade A+. 14 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, violation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New York state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2026 vs. New York state average
Overall vs. NY average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
6 Better
Metrics better than New York average:
• Total violations (66% below)
• Violations per inspection (50% below)
• Inspections with violations (50% below)
• Inspection violation rate (25% below)
• Total complaints (95% below)
• Complaints per year (95% below)
• Total violations (66% below)
• Violations per inspection (50% below)
• Inspections with violations (50% below)
• Inspection violation rate (25% below)
• Total complaints (95% below)
• Complaints per year (95% below)
Inspections
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 6 | 9 | This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the New York average (6 vs. NY avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
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Inspections with violations
Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (2 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Inspection violation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.
| 33% | 44% | This facility has 11 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (33% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 11% better Rank #88 / 316 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 88th out of 316 homes in New York for % of inspections with violations. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 316 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 4 | 6 | This facility has had 33% fewer complaint visits than the New York average (4 vs. NY avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer Rank #184 / 316 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 184th out of 316 homes in New York for complaint-related visits. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 316 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
Violations
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total violations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 5 | 14.5 | This facility has 66% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (5 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 66% better Rank #121 / 316 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 121st out of 316 homes in New York for violations. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 316 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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Violations per inspection
Average violations per inspection.
| 0.8 | 1.6 | This facility has 50% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.8 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 50% better Rank #119 / 316 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 119th out of 316 homes in New York for violations per inspection. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 316 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
Violation breakdown
Per-category split of the 5 violations recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New York state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
Per-category split of the 5 violations recorded across all inspections. Counts are compared against the New York state average for each category. A green dot means this facility is below the state average for that category; an amber dot means it is above.
1
Medication Management
NY avg: 0.4
1
Operating Certificate
NY avg: 0.2
2
Resident Services
NY avg: 2.9
1
Retention and Standards
NY avg: 0.8
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | NY Average | vs. NY Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 4 | 79 | This facility has 95% fewer total complaints than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 79).↓ 95% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2026.
| 4 | 79 | This facility has 95% fewer complaints per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 79).↓ 95% better |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Robert M. Chur began his career as an Administrator at Aurora Park Health Care Center and later co-founded Heathwood Health Care Center in Williamsville with his wife, Carol. His leadership laid the foundation for the Chur family’s multi-generational commitment to quality senior care, establishing Heathwood as a trusted name in residential elder care.
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Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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| Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC NH | Buffalo (Bassett) | 128
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128
NY AVG
160
Rank
#387 / 737 | Yes |
60
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60
NY AVG
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#694 / 1149 | Heathwood Assisted Living At Williamsville, Inc | 97
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NY AVG
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Rank
#50 / 616 | 6 | 33%
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NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#88 / 316 | 4
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4
NY AVG
6
Rank
#184 / 316 | 5
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5
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#121 / 316 | 0.8
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0.8
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#119 / 316 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
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NY AVG
160
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NY AVG
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77
NY AVG
83
Rank
#446 / 616 | 13 | 38%
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NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
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9
NY AVG
6
Rank
#267 / 316 | 11
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11
NY AVG
14.5
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0.8
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#119 / 316 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Eden Heights of West Seneca Assisted Living | AL | West Seneca (Gardenville) | 120
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120
NY AVG
160
Rank
#406 / 737 | Yes |
19
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19
NY AVG
64
Rank
#1030 / 1149 | Eden Heights Of West Seneca Operating, LLC | - | 1 | 0%
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0%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#1 / 316 | 0
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0
NY AVG
6
Rank
#1 / 316 | 0
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0
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#1 / 316 | 0.0
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0.0
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 316 | - | - |
| Tennyson Court | AL MC RC | Buffalo (Sheridan Meadows) | 93
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93
NY AVG
160
Rank
#520 / 737 | No |
43
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43
NY AVG
64
Rank
#848 / 1149 | Tennyson Court, LLC | 96
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96
NY AVG
83
Rank
#73 / 616 | 9 | 33%
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33%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#88 / 316 | 5
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5
NY AVG
6
Rank
#202 / 316 | 5
Facility
5
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#121 / 316 | 0.6
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0.6
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#99 / 316 | - | - |
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66
NY AVG
160
Rank
#620 / 737 | Yes |
48
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48
NY AVG
64
Rank
#795 / 1149 | Amherst Care Group, LLC | 69
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69
NY AVG
83
Rank
#548 / 616 | 16 | 63%
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63%
NY AVG
44.4%
Rank
#215 / 316 | 7
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7
NY AVG
6
Rank
#246 / 316 | 33
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33
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#294 / 316 | 2.1
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2.1
NY AVG
1.6
Rank
#243 / 316 | Suite | A+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care
What neighborhood is Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in?
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the Bassett neighborhood of Buffalo.
Who is the owner of Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care is legally operated by Heathwood Assisted Living At Williamsville, Inc.
Is Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care in a walkable area?
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care been in business?
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Yes, Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care have?
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care has 128 beds.
Has Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care had any violations?
Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care has had 5 reported violations since 2026 according to records from New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).
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