Located in Amherst, in Erie County, New York, Elderwood at Amherst is a 92-bed skilled nursing home. The facility is operated by 4459 Bailey Avenue Operating Company, LLC, and owned by Warren Cole. It specializes in rehabilitation and post-acute care, offering subacute rehabilitation, oncology, and palliative care services. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have several ways to cover the cost of short-term recovery and longer-term care needs.
Daily nurse staffing averages over 4 hours per resident, supplemented by nursing aides who provide an additional 3.5 hours of care. This staffing depth can support residents recovering from surgery, acute illness, or medical events that require hands-on rehabilitation. Respite care is also available for families who need short-term placement while managing care at home.
The facility’s current occupancy rate is 89%, and most residents stay for an average of 84 days. Elderwood serves short-term post-acute rehabilitation, and residents stay for ongoing skilled nursing support. The community offers daily housekeeping and laundry services, and complimentary WiFi throughout. A large rehabilitation gym is available for residents receiving therapy services. There are also daily activities and social programming so residents can spend time and build connections with peers.
The Amherst location has a walkability score of 37. Families visiting the facility will likely rely on a car for most trips. The home is located in a quieter area away from the city center.





















