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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sheldon Center, NY

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Assisted living costs in Sheldon Center average about $4,742 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 31 communities in Sheldon Center. Our detailed directory has 645 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.

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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.
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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I have regularily been going there for over six years and It has never had a smell of any kind. It is very clean and the food is very good. I have had two relatives there, one of which is my mom. I...
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.
Elderwood St. Gregory Court offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you every day. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities, and beautiful...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Sheldon Center, NY

The average cost of senior living in Sheldon Center is $4,742 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gowanda, NY with an average of $4,026 per month.

Assisted living costs in Sheldon Center, NY, vs. nearby cities

Sheldon Center, NY
$4,742/mo
$4,701/mo

Assisted living costs in Sheldon Center, NY, vs. state and national averages

Sheldon Center, NY
$4,742/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Sheldon Center, NY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,742/mo
$4,742/mo

Assisted living costs in Sheldon Center, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,126/mo
Studio
$6,404/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,800/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,124/mo

Senior living costs in Sheldon Center vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Sheldon Center, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSheldon Center, NYNew YorkU.S.
Assisted Living$4,742/mo$5,839/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,742/mo$5,929/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,233/mo$4,694/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Sheldon Center, NY:$4,742/mo
New York:$5,839/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Sheldon Center, NY:$4,742/mo
New York:$5,929/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Sheldon Center, NY:$3,233/mo
New York:$4,694/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sheldon Center, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sheldon Center and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Sheldon Center, NYNY stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Sheldon Center, NY

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sheldon Center have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sheldon Center, NY$5,269/mo$4,722/mo+11.6%
New York$6,714/mo$6,394/mo+5.0%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Sheldon Center, NY
2024 average cost:$5,269/mo
2023 average cost:$4,722/mo
Percent change:+11.6%
New York
2024 average cost:$6,714/mo
2023 average cost:$6,394/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sheldon Center, NY

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What families are saying about assisted living in Sheldon Center

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sheldon Center

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, ...
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Elderwood Village at Bassett Park in Williamsville, NY

4.5
Staff is very friendly. Housekeeping and maintenance do an excellent job. Communication with family is lacking at times, but has definitely improved after my mom has been there for a few months. My mom enjoys the food and has even become more social since moving there. She has also started to ...
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Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca

5.0
We think the facility is very nice. Our experience the past year has been very good. Overall I think our complaint would be with the day of arrival entry process. It was VERY long, often duplicative of questions and things we'd already gone over with the facility, but the bigger issue, I think, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Supportive and responsive staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. At Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg, the staff are described as helpful and friendly, and they go out of their way to make loved ones feel welcome. At Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga, staff me ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of meals and dining experiences stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, and at Eden Heights of West Seneca, residents ...
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Engaging activities for socializing. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at communities, which help them stay engaged and active. At Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga, there are regular outings to city parks for fishing and hikes, and at Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents participate in g ...
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Beautifully maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. At Elderwood Assisted Living at Hamburg, the village is described as terrific with numerous shops and things to do, and at Tennyson Court, the rooms are noted for b ...
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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Several reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their community. At The Amberleigh, staff members are described as friendly and caring, and at Eden Heights of West Seneca, residents are noted for looking out for one another and helping new residents get acclimated.
Effective communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At Peregrine Senior Living at Cheektowaga, staff members are praised for their responsiveness to family concerns and for keeping families updated on thei ...
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Sheldon Center review score based on 126 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 126 reviews of 29 Sheldon Center assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sheldon Center 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

Sheldon Center review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Sheldon Center, NY29 facilities
7.9
East Aurora, NY18 facilities
8.9
Corfu, NY7 facilities

Review subcategories for Sheldon Center 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 126 reviews of 29 Sheldon Center assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sheldon Center 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.
Sheldon Center, NY averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.3
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Sheldon Center assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sheldon Center assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sheldon Center, 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 Sheldon Center 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 Sheldon Center that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sheldon Center, NYNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sheldon Center 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 Sheldon Center Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sheldon Center, NYNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sheldon Center 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 Sheldon Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sheldon Center, NYNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
44.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sheldon Center 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 Sheldon Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sheldon Center, NYNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
17.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sheldon Center 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 Sheldon Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sheldon Center, NYNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
51.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sheldon Center

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about New York assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sheldon Center protect seniors.
Learn about New York assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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