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Houghton is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 87 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Houghton, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Houghton is about $4,886, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 807 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Everybody provides great care and if I need anything answered, one of the nurses gives you what you need. They give my loved one the rehab he needs. You can smell that it is clean. If I ask them to do...
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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.
Our mission is to provide Ellicott Center's community with the finest rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. Excellence is our goal and excellent outcomes in recovery and rehabilitation are our daily measures of progress. We strive to maintain a comfortable, dignified environment where our...
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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...
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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.
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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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.
Absolut Care of Orchard Park is a facility with 202 beds and specializes in short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing, and dementia care. We provide the following therapy services: Anodyne Therapy, IV Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Speech Therapy,...
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Eden turned out to be an excellent fit for my Uncle. The staff is warm and welcoming; they made sure to give him the time he needed to adjust to his new environment. It's very clean, and bright and there is...
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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.
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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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.
Brothers of Mercy Sacred Heart HomeBrothers of Mercy Sacred Heart Home is a assisted living community located in Clarence, NY. The city of Clarence is located in Erie County, northeast of Buffalo, and home to about 30,000 people. Carmel is a small town with several parks and creeks, where...
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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...
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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.
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...
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My mother, [Name removed], was a resident for 4 years at the Greenfield Court. The nursing staff is professional, friendly and give exceptional care to the residents. The Social worker was always...
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.
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Was expectibg one of the lower tier homes for the price but it’s very nice there!
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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 something for everyone at Glenwell, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
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This is the best community for my mother, and her needs. I couldn't be any more satisfied with all they have done for us. She is in very good hands, and receiving good care. They have an adequate staff, 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.
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.
      Our recently built state of the art facility sits upon twenty beautifully landscaped acres.  Bristol Village is located in the heart of Clarence Center off Clarence Center Road in a quiet community that supports its neighbor's safety and overall well-being. We are...
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My mother has been enjoying her stay at the Orchard Heights. The meals are wonderful I've had a chance to try them myself. They have a range of activities that the residents could engage in daily. The staff...
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.
At Orchard Heights our residents are welcomed into a caring community where they are surrounded by all the amenities of home, plus the personal attention of our dedicated staff. From around-the-clock care by licensed nurses and personal care assistants to activities tailored to residents and...
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We are very pleased with the Bristol home. Mom is also very happy there. She has made friends and is much more active. All personnel are friendly. We feel she is safe and well cared for.
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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.
The Bristol Home is a non-profit assisted living facility located in the theatre district of Downtown Buffalo. The Bristol Home has served the needs of the area's elderly women for more than one hundred and thirty-five years. Our mission is to continue providing exceptional care and services to...
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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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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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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.
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.
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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.
Absolut Care of Allegany provides quality medical and rehabilitative care in a nurturing environment. Our bed-and-breakfast style home hosts 37 beds. There are many different therapy options to best serve our residents, including Anodyne Therapy, IV Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical...
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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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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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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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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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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Houghton, NY

The average cost of senior living in Houghton is $4,886 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Springs, NY with an average of $3,548 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Houghton, NY, vs. nearby cities

Houghton, NY
$4,886/mo
$5,056/mo

Nursing homes costs in Houghton, NY, vs. state and national averages

Houghton, NY
$4,886/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Nursing homes costs in Houghton, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,679/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,886/mo

Nursing homes costs in Houghton, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,012/mo
Studio
$6,259/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,726/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,124/mo

Senior living costs in Houghton vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Houghton, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHoughton, NYNew YorkU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,886/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,667/mo$5,837/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,679/mo$5,927/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,217/mo$4,692/mo$4,203/mo
Nursing Homes
Houghton, NY:$4,886/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Houghton, NY:$4,667/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Houghton, NY:$4,679/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Houghton, NY:$3,217/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Houghton, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Houghton 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.

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Nursing homes cost trends in Houghton, NY

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Houghton 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
Houghton, NY$5,483/mo$5,394/mo+1.7%
New York$7,026/mo$6,676/mo+5.2%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Houghton, NY
2024 average cost:$5,483/mo
2023 average cost:$5,394/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
New York
2024 average cost:$7,026/mo
2023 average cost:$6,676/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Houghton

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Houghton

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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Garden Gate Health Care Facility in Cheektowaga, NY

4.0
The people and nurses were great. They have a fine staff, there was only one person we didn't feel was good. The food, however, was not very good

Houghton nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Houghton nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Houghton, 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 Houghton 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 Houghton 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
73%
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.6%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
73%
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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 Houghton 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 Houghton Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.5%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19%
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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 Houghton 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 Houghton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Houghton 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 Houghton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Houghton 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 Houghton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.6%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.2%
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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