Tennyson Court

Overview of Tennyson Court

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Tennyson Court, Williamsville, NY, is the reliable senior living community of Tennyson Court offering assisted living, enhanced care, memory care, and respite stay. Cherish every moment of your best years with a reliable and highly trained team lending extra hands around the clock to meet your needs and aspirations. The community doubles its efforts to ensure seniors are taken care of with a wide array of services that cater to their preferences.

Experience a wondrous retirement with engaging activities and exciting programs curated to keep seniors happy and well-connected. Have a delightful dining experience with delectable and nutritious meals that satisfy dietary requirements. Tennyson Court strives to provide a safe place for seniors to live their best years without worries in its peaceful spaces.

(716) 632-9496

93-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 43 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAdult Home

CountyErie

Tennyson Court is legally operated by Tennyson Court, LLC.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 enforcement actions 4 violations 8 inspections

Inspection Score

10 points above the New York average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2021 vs. New York state average

Overall vs. NY average

Latest Inspection April 3, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	8	9	This facility has 11% fewer total inspections than a typical New York assisted living residence (8 vs. NY avg 9).↓ 11% better
Inspections with violations Inspections that uncovered at least one regulatory violation.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer inspections with violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (3 vs. NY avg 4).↓ 25% better
Inspection violation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one violation.	38%	44%	This facility has 6 percentage points lower inspection violation rate than a typical New York assisted living residence (38% vs. NY avg 44%).↓ 6% better Rank #154 / 318 Inspection violation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 154th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's % of inspections with violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	5	6	This facility has 17% fewer complaint visits than a typical New York assisted living residence (5 vs. NY avg 6).↓ 17% better Rank #182 / 318 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 182nd out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violations Violations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NY Average	vs. NY Avg
Total violations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	4	14.5	This facility has 72% fewer total violations than a typical New York assisted living residence (4 vs. NY avg 14.5).↓ 72% better Rank #170 / 318 Total violations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 170th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Violations per year Average violations per year since 2021.	0.8	2.9	This facility has 72% fewer violations per year than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.8 vs. NY avg 2.9).↓ 72% better
Violations per inspection Average violations per inspection.	0.5	1.6	This facility has 69% fewer violations per inspection than a typical New York assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NY avg 1.6).↓ 69% better Rank #144 / 318 Violations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 144th out of 318 homes in New York. Shows this facility's violations per inspection compared to the New York average among 318 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Violation breakdown

1 Admission Standards NY avg: 0.5

1 Food and Service NY avg: 1.1

1 Medication Management NY avg: 0.4

1 Resident Services NY avg: 2.9

1 Retention and Standards NY avg: 0.8

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

April 3, 2025 complaint investigation found no violations or deficiencies.
January 30, 2024 renewal inspection cited two deficiencies for food service and medication management.
February 18, 2025 complaint investigation identified one deficiency for admission standards.

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Total Cases 12

Active Cases 3

Closed 9

Since 2010

Most Recent 2025

Next Court Date Apr 30, 2026

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What does this home offer?

Building Type: Single-story

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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled

General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion

Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+

General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $15,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)

NY SCRIE

Age 62+

General NYC resident, live in rent-controlled/stabilized apartment, spend >1/3 of income on rent.

Income Limits (2025) $50,000/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, but income-focused eligibility.

Limited to NYC’s rent-regulated units; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits

Rent freeze (e.g., covers increases of $50-$200+/month); tax credit for landlord

Senior Citizen Homeowners’ Exemption (SCHE)

NY SCHE

Age 65+

General NYC resident, own and live in a 1-3 family home, co-op, or condo.

Income Limits (2025) $58,399/year household

Asset Limits No strict asset cap, income-driven eligibility.

Applies only in NYC; excludes large apartment buildings.

Benefits

Property tax reduction (5-50%, e.g., $500-$5,000/year based on income and property value)

New York Foundation for Senior Citizens (NYFSC) Home Sharing Program

NYFSC Home Sharing

Age One participant must be 60+ (host or guest)

General NYC resident, able to share living space.

Income Limits No strict limit, but targets those needing cost relief.

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on housing need.

Primarily NYC-focused; limited slots due to demand.

Benefits

Shared housing (reduces rent/living costs by 30-50%, e.g., $500-$1,000/month savings); optional light assistance between housemates

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The information below is reported by the New York State Department of Health.


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Tennyson Court	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Buffalo (Sheridan Meadows)	93 Facility 93 NY AVG 160 Rank #527 / 748	No	43 Facility 43 NY AVG 63 Rank #851 / 1173	Tennyson Court, LLC	93 Facility 93 NY AVG 83 Rank #73 / 344	8	37.5% Facility 37.5% NY AVG 44.4% Rank #154 / 318	5 Facility 5 NY AVG 6 Rank #182 / 318	4 Facility 4 NY AVG 14.5 Rank #170 / 318	0.5 Facility 0.5 NY AVG 1.6 Rank #144 / 318	-	-
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What neighborhood is Tennyson Court in?

Tennyson Court is in the Sheridan Meadows neighborhood of Buffalo.

Is Tennyson Court in a walkable area?

Tennyson Court has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Tennyson Court have?

Tennyson Court has 93 beds.

Are there photos of Tennyson Court?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Tennyson Court in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Tennyson Court?

(716) 632-9496 will put you in contact with the team at Tennyson Court.

What county is Tennyson Court located in?

Tennyson Court is in Erie County.

Is Tennyson Court Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Tennyson Court is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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