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96 Independent Living Facilities near Erie County, NY

If you’re looking for independent living in the Erie County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Erie County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 96 independent living facilities in Erie County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Erie County Independent Living Facilities | 586 Reviews

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Last Updated: 9/30/23
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Average starting price of Independent Living in Erie County, NY is $2,430/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $2,430/month
Average starting price $4,273/month
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Average starting price $1,052/month
Recent reviews of Independent Living in Erie County, NY
Elderwood Village at Bassett Park in Williamsville, NY
3.9

They are doing a remodel currently. My loved one is kept busy with activities. It is an okay community. The staff is very friendly and they have been good at calling when an issues arises with my loved one.

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY
3.6

Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, celebrations and more are some of the activities available for the residents to choose from.

Bristolwood Senior Living Community in Buffalo, NY
5.0

Have been here a little over a week now and am quite happy wIth everything! People are friendly and Bristol is quick to respond to any calls that you present. The food is quite good! Overall I am enjoying living here .

The Amberleigh

2330 Maple Road, Williamsville, NY 14221

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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142 reviews

This was a good move for dad. His rent at his current place was about the same and he gets so much more st Amberleigh: Meals, cleaning, activities, amenities. The apartments are very nice.. Everyone we’ve...

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Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Explore new interests at The Amberleigh, where our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness programs. Our Williamsville, New York, Independent...

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Brookdale Kenmore

2971 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore, NY 14217

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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50 reviews

I have found Brookdale Kenmore to be an exceptional facility. It has been a great place for my family member. The attentiveness of the staff really stands out to me.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Here you’ll get to redefine your independence, pursue new hobbies and live your life your way. At our enhanced assisted living community, you’ll have choices for how to spend your time. With enhanced assisted living, you’ll have assistance with medications, dressing and bathing, as well as...

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Elison of Orchard Glen

6055 Armor Duells Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
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26 reviews

My mom is currently a resident at Elison of Orchard Glen and everything has been great for her at this facility. The move in process was smooth. We signed the contract and brought in a few items that day and...

Provides: Independent Living
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Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*Among many health precautions now available in our community, we will require all associates who work here to vaccinate for COVID-19. Learn about this and our overall approach to help bring an...

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Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga

575 Cayuga Creek Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227

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9.2
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47 reviews

My grandmother moved to Peregrine a few months ago and has made many friends. She enjoys the activities-such as outings, crafts, manicures, and card games. Her room is very spacious and has a little...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Peregrine's Landing Senior Community, every day you will be greeted by members of our friendly, caring staff who will offer freshly prepared, restaurant-style meals in our elegant dining room. Participate in exciting, fulfilling daily activities. Or, visit with friends and family, enjoy a...

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FayeBrooke on Youngs

1055 Youngs Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221

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5 reviews

My loved one is a resident at this facilty. We would highly recommend Fayebrooke on Youngs to others. The staff is friendly and fantastic. The food and the food choices/variety are fantastic (one of the...

Provides: Independent Living

Elderwood Village at Williamsville

5271 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221

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8.9
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24 reviews

This community was available at the time our loved one needed to be quickly moved, the staff members and residents are all very nice to our loved one and to our family. We have not had a meal ourselves but...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Elderwood Village at Williamsville offers an independent lifestyle with a caring, personal touch. Our community, located close to the Village of Williamsville, features studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes. Our experienced and attentive staff handles cooking, housekeeping and...

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Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst

6363 Transit Road, East Amherst, NY 14051

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8.8
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64 reviews

Everything is super nice and the staff very friendly and helpful. My mom adjusted very well and does love it there after living in her house for like 58 years... You get your own privacy also, as much as...

Provides: Independent Living
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Solstice Senior Living at East Amherst provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in Amherst, just northeast of Buffalo, we're situated on beautiful grounds that offer meandering walkways lined with spruce and pine leading to a lily pond. Not only will you...

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Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca

580 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca, NY 14224

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8.7
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22 reviews

This is a very nice place. The staff are very good to work with and responding to the family's questions. There was no follow up with the family specifically about the admittance and re-entering the...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca offers an independent lifestyle with caring personal attention. The community in West Seneca, New York, features comfortable common spaces and private studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. The backyard patio features a lovely koi pond and overlooks a...

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Fox Creek Estates

9500 Transit Road, East Amherst, NY 14051

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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10 reviews

Fox Creek Estates is a comfortable place to live. People are friendly, but it's up to you to also be friendly. If you want to know what is going on, come to coffee hour on Tuesday morning. People are...

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Fox Creek Estates, Villas & Shoppes give you everything you want, in the location you desire! For those 55+ we offer traditional one and two-bedroom apartments and patio home villas with all the amenities you're looking for-shuttle service to grocery shopping, planned activities and and active...

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Fayebrooke on Maple

1805 Maple Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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3 reviews

I have been living at Fayebrooke on Maple for almost a year and I am very pleased with my decision to move here to this facility. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I have had no problems since I...

Provides: Senior Apartments

Welcome Home to FayeBrooke Senior Apartments where Lifestyle, Luxury & Location are key! We are Amherst' s premier Retirement Community, offering all the amenities and comforts you desire.. You have a new place to call 'HOME' Choose from our spacious one or two bedroom floor plans.

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Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg

76 Buffalo Street, Hamburg, NY 14075

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8.2
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15 reviews

What stood out to us about this facility was the cleanliness and the food - Mom loves the food! Mom loves the PT ladies, they are very helpful. My Mother is not a joiner or a participant in activities, but...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Located in the Village of Hamburg, New York, Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg offers an independent lifestyle, with caring personal attention. Special features include comfortably furnished living areas set in a historic Masonic temple. Enjoy peace of mind as you relax in your private one or...

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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park

245 Bassett Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221

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68 reviews

We have had a very pleasant experience so far. The peace of mind has been wonderful. My loved one has been very happy here. The staff are very helpful, and helped with a smooth transition into this...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park offers exceptional assisted living services in the historic village of Williamsville, New York. As part of the Buffalo Metro Region, Williamsville is a great place to call home offering all the charm of small town living and the conveniences that come from being...

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Elderwood Residences at Cheektowaga

151 Bennett Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227

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8.0
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2 reviews

Really amazing. Staff has been unbelievably helpful and supportive and my loved one couldn't be happier after the transition. The only thing we can't really comment on is meals and dining, as that is not...

Provides: Independent Living
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Elderwood Residences at Cheektowaga, a unique, conveniently located independent living patio home community near Buffalo in Cheektowaga, NY, is designed for seniors age 62 and older who want to enjoy retirement living without the commitment of home ownership. Enjoy the view from the private front...

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The Belvedere

375 Harris Hill Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221

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7.5
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1 review

It's a 55 and over independent apartment. It is a very nice facility for about the same price as other places. We picked this community, because it was newer/bigger. My loved one ultimately chose it. I would...

Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments

Nestled comfortably inside Lancaster's rolling hamlet meadows along the Williamsville and Clarence border, the Belvedere is unlike any other existing 55 and older active adult rental community in the area. Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Transit Road, you will find shopping, dining and...

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Heathwood Assisted Living & Memory Care

815 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221

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7.5
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11 reviews

Our parents love it there, the friendliness of the staff members as well as the meals and dining service gets a 5+. Everyone there is very friendly and very nice. It is expensive so if family's can afford it...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Tennyson Court

49 Tennyson Rd, Williamsville, NY 14221

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7.2
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24 reviews

The staff is wonderful and caring. The rooms dining activity are lovely and spotless. The activities are fun with lots of live concerts. The staff goes out of their way to bring residents to the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

While it is easy to boast about the true beauty of Tennyson Court our dedicated and professional team members are our true offering. Tennyson Court Assisted Living and Memory Care has been providing outstanding care to the WNY community for over 20 years. Our Nurses and Care Aides have been...

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Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda

111 Ensminger Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6.3
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14 reviews

it's going okay with my loved one being here so far. i've personally spent some time at another Elderwood community and did not like it. they have several locations, and this one gets a FIVE!

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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While we may be new to the Elderwood family, our facility has been located in Tonawanda for over 20 years. Formally Tonawanda Manor, Elderwood Assisted Living at Tonawanda prides itself on the staff that have worked here for decades. Our administrator, Ann Marie, has been a part of our community...

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Eden Heights of West Seneca

3030 Clinton St, West Seneca, NY 14224

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
3.0
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21 reviews

Eden Heights was a wonderful facility. We chose them because it was quick, they had availability, and they took her on short notice. The room sizes at the facility were adequate for what she needed. The...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Eden Heights of West SenecaEden Heights is an assisted living community that is found among the rolling hills and wide open skies of West Seneca, NY. Our community is only minutes from downtown Buffalo, which gives visiting relatives plenty of lodging and dining choices during their visit. Eden...

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Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga

229 Bennett Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1.0
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5 reviews

Overall our experience with Elderwood Assisted Living has been a good one. The staff is very compassionate, and they do a great job explaining everything that is going to be going on. We had a few difficult...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga is a assisted living community located in the growing town of Cheektowaga, NY. Cheektowaga is located in Erie County, close to Buffalo, and home to just over 88,000 people. Cheektowaga has a lot of great stores, shopping, and restaurants giving residents...

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Vinecroft Retirement Community

5945 Vinecroft Drive, Clarence Center, NY 14032

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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They're doing a great job at Vinecroft Retirement Community! I'd give them top marks across the board, they do just about everything well here and we've got no complaints at all. Now that my loved one has...

Provides: Independent Living

Nestled in beautiful Clarence Center, NY, Vinecroft Retirement Community offers apartment and duplex-style patio homes and is sponsored by Western NY Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc., a nonprofit corporation. Assisted living is also available on the Vinecroft campus. Distinguished from other...

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The Fairways at Lancaster

5352 Genesee Street, Bowmansville, NY 14026

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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My parents highly recommend it. They seem happy with the community. The community is quick to respond to maintenance requests. The apartments is a somewhat open floor plan, they are bright and spacious.

Provides: Senior Apartments
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BRAND NEW 55+ ACTIVE ADULT PATIO HOME RENTALS. No HOA fees. One floor living, fully accessible. The Fairways at Lancaster is a pet-friendly, luxury patio home community. All units feature 2 BR/2 FULL baths with an attached one or two car garage. You'll also enjoy a gas fireplace, granite counter...

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Creek Bend Heights

25 Buffalo Street, Hamburg, NY 14075

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly

We chose this community because of the location. The apartment sizes are not bad, they are efficient for what my mom needs. It is an open concept with a nice size room and bathroom and she has a walk in...

Provides: Senior Apartments
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Creek Bend Heights has been serving the community of Hamburg, New York since 1975. Located in the heart of the Village of Hamburg, we offer easy access to local stores, pharmacy and restaurants, all within walking distance. Van transportation provided by the Town of Hamburg is also available for...

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Kibler Senior Apartments

284 Main Street, Tonawanda, NY 14150

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Kibler Senior Apartments is a senior housing community situated in Tonawanda, New York which is found in the Erie County. The property was once a school from 1925 to 1983 before it was renovated to a senior housing community. It houses 74 units and is designed for seniors. The senior housing...

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Brompton Heights

275 Brompton Road, Williamsville, NY 14221

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8.8
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16 reviews

Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted LivingFor the active senior who seeks to maintain a healthy and enriched lifestyle without the worries of maintaininga home, the Assisted Living services and accommodations at Brompton Heights offerthe perfect solution. Our community is more like home than ever before. In addition to...

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Montabaur Heights

4530 Ransom Rd, Clarence, NY 14031

8.0
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3 reviews

My father in law has been at Montabaur for over 6 years and has had a great time. The have accommodating staff and a well kept facility. Both of my parents have done independent living in multiple facilities...

Provides: Independent Living
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Cost of independent living in Erie County, NY

The average cost of senior living in Erie County is 2,430 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cheektowaga, NY with an average of 2,204 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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The Amberleigh, Brookdale Kenmore and Elison of Orchard Glen are the top rated independent living facilities near Erie County, New York. See full list of communities.

There are 96 independent living facilities near Erie County, New York. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Erie County, New York are The Amberleigh. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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