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10 Best Nursing Homes in Buffalo, IN
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Buffalo nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Buffalo, IN may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Buffalo or another care type is right for you. Browse 125 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Buffalo.
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It is a smaller community so it has a more cohesive community feel. Everyone knows each other and helps each other. The grounds are beautiful. They have lots of sidewalks. The food is good. They have several...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
One of the best things about our changing times is the way more and more people see themselves as they grow older. People have greater expectations of this time of life. They want to do more, learn more, maintain good health and be less burdened. No doubt you share those expectations. There is a...
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I think it's a very nice facility. Its clean. My family member seems to be happy here. I like the rooms on the assisted living side. The apartment is very nice. The bathroom is nice and big for her in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brentwood at La Porte is a senior care community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services in La Porte, Indiana. Our stunning community is located in a peaceful residential area just ten miles south of Lake Michigan in the heart of La Porte. La Porte is a highly...
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I am happy with the care from this nice community. We like that the staff is very attentive to the residents. The community is clean and has a nice environment for the residents and the families. The menu is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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When dealing with difficult people in your family it tends to be hard especially when they don't want to be there and refuse to do anything. The community itself is wonderful the staff is friendly and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Valued for its rich soil and lush forests, Peru Indiana has always been known as a beautiful city. At Blair Ridge Health Campus, we are proud to be a part of the Peru community, and are honoured to provide its residents a warm and welcoming place to call home. Our residents have many...
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The room sizes are pretty good. They do a good job keeping the residents engaged. Some of the staff spend more time talking to each other than caring for the residents. The food seems pretty good. They have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waterford Place Health Campus is located in Kokomo, Indiana, at the end of a quiet street, on a piece of land studded with ponds full of geese and fields of wildflowers. Our residents enjoy the serene privacy of our campus, but those eager to explore the surrounding community do not have to...
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I have my Mom going to the day care here and have been very pleased with the care and service they’re providing. She seems to be happy and is content with the activities that they provide her. The food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lowell, IN is a close knit community, complete with an abundance of greenspace and full of friendly neighbors. Cedar Creek Health Campus is much the same, and is proud to offer residents of Lowell and the surrounding community a warm and welcoming place to call home. Residents will find many...
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Things were going okay when she moved in but she wasn't able to get therapy here so we had to do outpatient. They had a lower price when you moved in but it increased after 30 days. They should make it more...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A new generation of older adults is enjoying longer, healthier lives. They are determined to remain active, involved and as independent as possible, even when health challenges arise. For them, a different approach to health and wellness has arrived at Wellbrooke of Wabash. Wellbrooke is not only...
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[name removed], the new Director, is working hard to make this a wonderful environment. Today we joined the Christmas brunch and we loved the food. The brunch was well-organized and fun. My Mom is very happy...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
West Lafayette Assisted Living offers a new senior housing alternative that combines residential apartment living, hotel like services, and access to personal care assistance. Our apartment styles range from cozy and economical alcove studios to more spacious two bedroom suites. Residents can...
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We like the area and overall appearance of the community, the only thing we wish they could improve on is the overall communication and time management in regards to medicine distribution. They have a...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Trustwell Living at Settlers Place is located in the small town of La Porte, Indiana. We are on the southeast edge of town, where we can enjoy the beautiful farmland and also be close to downtown for activities and shopping. We encourage our residents to enjoy the outdoors and offer...
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My mother was recently @ Aperion Care Demotte for rehab and we were very happy with her care. The facility is clean, the staff were always very helpful and accommodating. I would definitely recommend...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Designed with both style and comfort in mind, residents of our health campus are happy to call The Springs home. As part of our dedication to enrich the lives of those in our care, our residents are always exploring surrounding Lafayette, a city where there is never a shortage of fun things to...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Century Fields has such a wonderful staff, and they do a great job taking care of my dad, he thinks the world of Nadine and he loves it when she stops by to see him! Thank you to everyone there for all you...
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I had my hip replaced on [date removed] and started therapy with [name removed] on [date removed]. It was a very good experience. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. I actually looked forward to the...
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My mother resided at Pleasant Escape before needing to go into the nursing home. She was well taken care of while there. The staff provided three meals and snacks, cleaned her room , and did her laundry. ...
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Colonial Nursing Home is doing wonderful. My daughter and I are both happy with them. The therapy staff is definitely taking their time with my daughter. They're not forcing her to do anything she can't do...
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My name is [name removed] and I have been here for two years. I love the activities and participate all the time. The food is very good and the nursing staff is very good. Therapy was good but I hated it...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The staff are wonderful, caring and knowledgeable about how to care for a resident with dementia. My loved one is in the memory care unit and I do not feel they offer enough activities. Most of the...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Cost of nursing homes in Buffalo, IN
The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $4,106 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fulton, IN with an average of $3,409 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buffalo, IN vs. nearby cities
Buffalo, IN
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buffalo, IN vs. the state and national average
Buffalo, IN
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buffalo vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Buffalo, IN by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Buffalo over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buffalo
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buffalo
Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN
4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.
Valparaiso Senior Village
4.3
We would recommend to others and have already done so. We picked this community because it was good and they accepted Medicaid. Only Disappointment is with the Rx system in place.Very difficult to make the many prescription changes weekly & monthly as needed for Parkinson's with two additional ...
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Aviva Valparaiso
3.5
The staff greetings were very pleasant at Aviva Valparaiso. The admissions and finances were also pleasant and helpful. Most of the staff in the Memory Center were always helpful, not enough of them. Housekeeping needed a little more effort, but again not enough of them. Meals were usually warm ...
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Buffalo nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Buffalo nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Buffalo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
32%
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.8%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60.8%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.3%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
60.8%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Buffalo Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo, INNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.1%
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.1%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wittenberg Village, a CCRC, Brookdale Valparaiso Assisted Living and Wynnfield Crossing are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Buffalo, Indiana. See full list of communities.
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