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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buffalo, TN
Assisted living costs in Buffalo average about $4,593 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Buffalo. Our detailed directory has 124 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 Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol.
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9.9
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36 reviews
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.
Customized Care PlansMoving into an independent and assisted living community may not be a simple decision, but when you meet our friendly team here in Bristol, Virginia, you may find yourself quickly falling in love with the idea. Nestled on a scenic hill overlooking the city, you can admire...
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9.8
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41 reviews
Our mother lived at Brookdale Johnson City for 3 years until her passing in June, 2024. The staff provided caring support as her needs increased, and she was treated like family by her caregivers. We...
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.
Home Comfort, Community ConvenienceWhether are you just beginning to look for a community or you’ve already visited several, we think you will find that our charming assisted living and memory care community in Johnson City, Tennessee stands out from the rest. As soon as you set foot through the...
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9.3
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30 reviews
My husband, who has Alzheimer's disease, has lived in assisted living at American House in Johnson City for almost six weeks. He will transition to their memory care unit when the time comes. We have been...
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Johnson City area.
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9.0
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20 reviews
We are using American House Bristol for Memory Care for our loved one, so activities are not that important. The facility is under staffed, especially on the MC side. House keeping on the assisted living...
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.
Providing Assisted Living and Memory Care to the Bristol area.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.3
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17 reviews
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently...
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.
The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeview 1 offer senior living at its very best. Located in picturesque Johnson City Tennessee, The Courtyards is a great place to call home when your loved one can no longer live on his or her own. You can rest assured that your loved one is well cared for in...
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7.5
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14 reviews
We loved Dominion! It felt homey it smelt good not like a nursing home it was nicely decorated the grounds were well maintained and it felt secure . The nurses and aids genuinely care for the residents, they...
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.
Dominion Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Bristol, Sullivan County, Tennessee conveniently off Volunteer Parkway and is easily accessible to counties in Tennessee and North Carolina, alike. Though we are simple to locate, our campus maintains the feel of being nestled away...
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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
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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Cost of assisted living in Buffalo, TN
The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $4,593 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bulls Gap, TN with an average of $3,509 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo, TN vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Buffalo, TN by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buffalo, TN
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What families are saying about assisted living in Buffalo
Recent reviews for assisted living in Buffalo
Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon
5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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Brookdale Colonial Heights in Kingsport, TN
4.1
Small, intimate and feel comfortable knowing what's going on with the facility/employees and other residents- I love the smaller and personal aspect of Brookdale in Colonial Heights.
Staff was super friendly and personable. The size of the facility was perfect for our situation.
Parking is ...
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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN
5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents.
The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Accommodating staff and friendly atmosphere. Reviews highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff at several communities, including American House Johnson City, Brookdale Bristol, and Brookdale Johnson City, where residents and their families have formed long-term friendships with the caregivers.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents at American House Bristol, Brookdale Bristol, and Brookdale Johnson City enjoy a range of activities, such as movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes, designed to keep them engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for American House Bristol, Brookdale Bristol, and The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with special attention to renovated common areas and private rooms.
Personalized care for residents' needs. Resident experiences at American House Bristol, Brookdale Bristol, and Brookdale Johnson City demonstrate how staff accommodates individual needs, such as providing a small refrigerator for a resident's favorite snacks at American House Johnson City and implementing one-on-one music ther ...
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Supportive communication between residents, families, and staff. Reviews for American House Bristol, Brookdale Bristol, and HomePlace Memory Care at Oak Harbor mention the open communication between residents, their families, and staff, creating a strong sense of community and ensuring effective care.
Vibrant social environment and community engagement. Families report that communities like Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Johnson City, and The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens offer a rich social experience, with a variety of opportunities for residents to participate in activities and make new friends.
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Buffalo review score based on 64 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 64 reviews of 10 Buffalo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buffalo 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
Buffalo review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Buffalo 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 64 reviews of 10 Buffalo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo 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.Buffalo, TN averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Buffalo assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo assisted living 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 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 Buffalo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo, TNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo 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 Buffalo Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo, TNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo 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 Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo 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 Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo 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 Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buffalo
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 Tennessee assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Buffalo protect seniors.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Buffalo
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- Kingsport, Tennessee
- Bristol, Tennessee
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- Erwin, Tennessee
- Abingdon, Virginia
- Piney Flats, Tennessee
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- Weber City, Virginia
- Mount Carmel, Tennessee
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- Elk Mills, Tennessee
- Oak Grove, Tennessee
- New Victory, Tennessee
- Woodrow, Tennessee
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