Brothers of Mercy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is an assisted living community in Clarence, near Buffalo in Erie County, New York. The 240-bed home is owned by Teresa Dillsworth and operated by Brothers of Mercy Nursing Home Company, Inc. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering families multiple options for covering care costs. The community’s current occupancy rate is 88%. Residents stay an average of 108 days, including both short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term residents.
Total nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident each day. Residents are supported by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, and 24-hour staffing. That level of hands-on daily support makes the home a practical choice for residents recovering from hospitalization or needing ongoing skilled care.
Rehabilitation is a major part of the care offered by the facility. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available on-site. Outpatient therapy services are also available to residents with specialized rehabilitation needs.
State inspections have cited issues involving life safety systems, including egress pathways and sprinkler maintenance. The facility has also addressed quality-of-care matters in daily living support, medication management, and pressure ulcer care. These issues were corrected promptly. Families considering the facility should ask how life safety and care processes are managed daily.
The facility also offers activity calendars and spiritual care services. Clarence’s location earned a score of 51 on the Walk Score. Some errands can be done on foot, but most trips require driving. That setting suits families who value proximity to Buffalo’s medical resources with a quieter neighborhood feel.





















