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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shelby, NY
Assisted living costs in Shelby average about $4,396 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 147 communities in Shelby. Our detailed directory has 1593 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Amherst, Lockport and Williamsville.
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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.
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.
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This is a quiet campus with a quality of life available that allows a person to live peacefully, independently and in good health. As my own capabilities decline, the physical & social environment allow me...
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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.
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.
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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My Mother was in rehab twice with St. Ann's after major surgery. To finally have some peace and quiet and a private room and private bathroom, was a welcome relief after being in the hospital. The...
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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.
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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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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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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The Shire at Culverton is an assisted living community located in the rolling hills and woods that surround Rochester, NY. Our close proximity to shopping and entertainment means that visiting relatives will be able to relax while they spend time with their loved ones. The change in seasons and...
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The care services are just phenomenal and the PSW's within the staff are unbelievable they are just top notch. The nursing staff is great and the home is set up well for them. We do wish there was a little...
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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.
Pioneer Elder Care is an assisted living community located in pristine St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Our location is surrounded by towering trees and beautiful yards. We are in a residential area close to Lake Ontario and many parks. St. Catherines is a beautiful place to live. Our residents...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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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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The staff here are caring and professional. They treat residents like their immediate family, in the best possible way. My niece has been there for years. They do her hair up when time permits. Another has...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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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They didn't have an opening but it was really nice! It was more money but they don't charge you a level of care fee so it would have been about the same as the community we chose and my parents could have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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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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My father has been living there for the last year and a half (he's still there now) and he finds this retirement home ideal for him. Comfortable, warm and safe. The PSW's, dietary, and house keeping staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Shorthills Villa Retirement Community is a senior living community located in the beautiful town of Fonthill, Ontario. As a small, welcoming community within a short drive to area restaurants and shops, our location is the ideal choice for anyone that wants privacy, relaxation and comfort....
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Due to covid we have not been able to see much of the community but from what we have seen it looks to be pretty clean. Once again due to covid the activities are on and off. Given the current circumstances...
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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.
Part of The Family Service Communities organization, The Northfield is a 69-apartment Enriched Living Facility licensed by the New York State Department of Health. Conveniently located just outside the village of Fairport, The Northfield offers many amenities including three cooked meals served...
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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.
Established in 1904 as a retirement home, Fairport Baptist Homes enjoys a rich history of providing the quality, personal care seniors so rightfully deserve. Throughout the decades, we’ve constantly looked to adapt, innovate and grow. As generations, society and technology evolves, so do we. The...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Comstock House is located in Angola, NY in Erie County. This residential care home gives you daily support in an area that offers natural views that are truly beautiful. Those who spend time in Angola as residents or guests enjoy checking out all that Erie County has to offer, including...
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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.
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 assisted living in Shelby, NY
The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $4,396 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Youngstown, NY with an average of $3,868 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby, NY vs. nearby cities
Shelby, NY
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby, NY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shelby, NY by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Shelby over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelby, NY
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shelby
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelby
River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON
5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.
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.
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The Village at Towngate in Rochester, NY
5.0
I would recommend to others. I picked this community because of the good feeling I got when I visited , and it was near my home.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and friendly staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the kind and compassionate nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Evergreen Place, the volunteers and employees are described as friendly and accommodating, while Westwood Commons in North Chili is praised for its exceptional staff wh ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered by communities. For example, at Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga, Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga hosts regular outings and offers daily activities, while Heathwood Assisted Living at Penfields Heathwood Assisted Livi ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as the well-kept facilities at Evergreen Place, where the meals look delicious and the building is described as bright and welcoming. At Brookdale Kenmore, the personal pay options, level of care, and individual independenc ...
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Individualized care for residents' needs. Several reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Legacy at Maiden Park, a resident's assessed needs were met with acceptance and care, while The Amberleighs Village at Penfield goes above and beyond to make residents feel special and lo ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Families appreciate clear and effective communication from staff to keep them informed and updated on their loved ones' care. For instance, at Elderwood Village at Bassett Park, Elderwood Village's staff keep families in the loop, while Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowagas Peregrine Senio ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Residents and families often comment on the sense of community and support they've found at various facilities. For example, at Evergreen Place, volunteers and employees create a friendly and welcoming environment, while Legacy at Cranberry Landings community is praised for its service and n ...
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Shelby review score based on 352 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 352 reviews of 125 Shelby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shelby review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Shelby review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shelby assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 352 reviews of 125 Shelby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Shelby, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Shelby assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby, 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 Shelby assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Shelby 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
60%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.6%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby assisted living
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 Shelby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.2%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shelby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.6%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.2%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.4%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.6%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
48.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.6%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelby
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shelby protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Brookdale Kenmore and The Village at Mill Landing are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelby, New York. See full list of communities.
There are 147 assisted living facilities near Shelby, New York. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelby, New York are Westwood Commons, a DePaul Senior Living Comm, Baywinde Senior Living and Legacy at Grande Vie. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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