Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care offers memory care in Buffalo, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers nursing care. ALM Inspection Grade: A-.
Compare Memory Care around Buffalo (Metro Area)
Info below is compiled from the NY State Dept. of Health (NYSDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Share of inspections that resulted in violations, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
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Regulatory visits tied to complaints or allegations in the state file—not the same as every routine survey.
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Total count of violations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of violations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total violations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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| Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care | MC AL NH | Buffalo (Bassett) | 128
Facility
128
NY AVG
134
Rank
#109 / 244 | A- | Yes |
60
Facility
60
NY AVG
53
Rank
#104 / 256 | Heathwood Assisted Living At Williamsville, Inc | 7 | 43%
Facility
43%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#119 / 232 | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
6
Rank
#125 / 232 | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#94 / 232 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#101 / 232 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ |
| Glenwell | MC AL | Cheektowaga | 120
Facility
120
NY AVG
134
Rank
#113 / 244 | A | Yes |
22
Facility
22
NY AVG
53
Rank
#210 / 256 | Depaul Adult Care Communities, Inc | 9 | 11%
Facility
11%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#34 / 232 | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
6
Rank
#125 / 232 | 2
Facility
2
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#39 / 232 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#35 / 232 | - | - |
| Tennyson Court | MC AL RC | Buffalo (Sheridan Meadows) | 93
Facility
93
NY AVG
134
Rank
#156 / 244 | A+ | No |
43
Facility
43
NY AVG
53
Rank
#151 / 256 | Tennyson Court, LLC | 9 | 33%
Facility
33%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#71 / 232 | 7
Facility
7
NY AVG
6
Rank
#125 / 232 | 4
Facility
4
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#69 / 232 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#50 / 232 | - | - |
| Juniper Glen Memory Care Assisted Living | MC AL RC | East Amherst (Eastern Hills) | 66
Facility
66
NY AVG
134
Rank
#201 / 244 | C+ | Yes |
48
Facility
48
NY AVG
53
Rank
#134 / 256 | Amherst Care Group, LLC | 18 | 39%
Facility
39%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#106 / 232 | 14
Facility
14
NY AVG
6
Rank
#187 / 232 | 30
Facility
30
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#198 / 232 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#147 / 232 | Suite | A+ |
| Elderwood Village at Bassett Park | MC AL RC | Buffalo | 105
Facility
105
NY AVG
134
Rank
#141 / 244 | B- | Yes |
39
Facility
39
NY AVG
53
Rank
#165 / 256 | 245 Bassett Road Operating Company, LLC | 16 | 38%
Facility
38%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#97 / 232 | 14
Facility
14
NY AVG
6
Rank
#187 / 232 | 24
Facility
24
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#177 / 232 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#139 / 232 | Private Rooms | - |
| Brompton Heights of Williamsville | MC AL IL RC | Williamsville | 200
Facility
200
NY AVG
134
Rank
#27 / 244 | C | No |
22
Facility
22
NY AVG
53
Rank
#210 / 256 | Brompton Heights, Inc | 18 | 56%
Facility
56%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#170 / 232 | 17
Facility
17
NY AVG
6
Rank
#204 / 232 | 33
Facility
33
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#202 / 232 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#152 / 232 | Suite / 1 Bed | - |
| Mary Agnes Manor | MC AL NH | Buffalo (Front Park) | 230
Facility
230
NY AVG
134
Rank
#22 / 244 | D+ | Yes |
86
Facility
86
NY AVG
53
Rank
#46 / 256 | Mary Agnes Manor, LLC | 37 | 62%
Facility
62%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#184 / 232 | 34
Facility
34
NY AVG
6
Rank
#228 / 232 | 89
Facility
89
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#230 / 232 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#190 / 232 | - | - |
| Fredonia Place of Williamsville | MC AL RESC | Williamsville | 108
Facility
108
NY AVG
134
Rank
#137 / 244 | D+ | No |
52
Facility
52
NY AVG
53
Rank
#122 / 256 | Sosf Ventures L.p | 21 | 71%
Facility
71%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#199 / 232 | 20
Facility
20
NY AVG
6
Rank
#209 / 232 | 38
Facility
38
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#207 / 232 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#152 / 232 | - | - |
| The Amberleigh | MC AL IL | Williamsville | 76
Facility
76
NY AVG
134
Rank
#184 / 244 | D | Yes |
50
Facility
50
NY AVG
53
Rank
#125 / 256 | Csl Amberleigh, Inc | 20 | 70%
Facility
70%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#197 / 232 | 17
Facility
17
NY AVG
6
Rank
#204 / 232 | 60
Facility
60
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#223 / 232 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#202 / 232 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - |
| Briarwood Manor | MC AL | Lockport | 160
Facility
160
NY AVG
134
Rank
#66 / 244 | D | No |
9
Facility
9
NY AVG
53
Rank
#235 / 256 | Salvatore Ferreri | 18 | 78%
Facility
78%
NY AVG
54.2%
Rank
#212 / 232 | 15
Facility
15
NY AVG
6
Rank
#192 / 232 | 67
Facility
67
NY AVG
14.5
Rank
#226 / 232 | 3.7
Facility
3.7
NY AVG
2.7
Rank
#213 / 232 | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other NY memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 12 analyzed for Buffalo. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Glenwell
Glenwell offers memory care in Cheektowaga, NY. Its primary service is assisted living. ALM Inspection Grade: A.
Tennyson Court offers memory care in Buffalo, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers respite care. ALM Inspection Grade: A+.
Juniper Glen Memory Care Assisted Living offers memory care in East Amherst, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers respite care. ALM Inspection Grade: C+.
Starting Price $7,000/Month
Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026
Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026
Overview of Elderwood Village at Bassett Park
Elderwood Village at Bassett Park offers memory care in Buffalo, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers respite care. ALM Inspection Grade: B-.
Brompton Heights of Williamsville offers memory care in Williamsville, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers independent living and respite care. ALM Inspection Grade: C.
Mary Agnes Manor offers memory care in Buffalo, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers nursing care. ALM Inspection Grade: D+.
Overview of Fredonia Place of Williamsville
Fredonia Place of Williamsville offers memory care in Williamsville, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers residential care. ALM Inspection Grade: D+.
The Amberleigh offers memory care in Williamsville, NY. Its primary service is assisted living; it also offers independent living. ALM Inspection Grade: D.
Starting Price $2,630/Month
Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026
Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026
Overview of Briarwood Manor
Briarwood Manor offers memory care in Lockport, NY. Its primary service is assisted living. ALM Inspection Grade: D.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Buffalo, NY
What is the primary service of the memory care communities in this guide for Buffalo, NY?
By primary service, 10 are assisted living communities and 1 home care agency, among others. Each one offers memory care.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New York?
Assisted living in New York supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does New York Medicaid cover memory care?
New York Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including New York) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 12 memory care communities in Buffalo, NY. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Buffalo, NY?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Buffalo, NY, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Buffalo, NY?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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