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10 Best Nursing Homes in West Buffalo, PA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a West 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 West Buffalo, PA 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 West Buffalo or another care type is right for you. Browse 105 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in West Buffalo.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mandata, Red Cross and McKees Half Falls.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near West Buffalo, PA

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Luther Ridge has provided my mom with the most amazing care and attention. She is thriving here-- a changed person. My only regret is that we didn't get her in sooner. I am deeply appreciative of all of...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill is a senior living community located in Pottsville, PA, in Schuylkill County and home to just over 14,000 people. Pottsville is a fun, small city with mountain views, and lots of small stores and restaurants. Residents will enjoy going for nature walks, getting out 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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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.
Have you suddenly found yourself looking for a nursing home? We know it isn't an easy task. There is so much information to learn and so many decisions to make. Whatever your specific needs, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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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.
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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.
Buffalo Valley Lutheran Village is a senior living community located in Lewisburg, PA. Lewisburg is located in Union County and is home to about 5,600 people. Lewisburg is a quaint town with local shops and stores where residents can walk around and shop, pay their bills, go out for lunch and to...
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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: 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in West Buffalo, PA

The average cost of senior living in West Buffalo is $4,975 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Duboistown, PA with an average of $3,936 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Buffalo, PA vs. nearby cities

West Buffalo, PA
$4,964/mo
$4,355/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Buffalo, PA vs. the state and national average

West Buffalo, PA
$4,964/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Buffalo vs. other types of senior living

$5,428/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,964/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in West Buffalo, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,271/mo
Studio
$4,921/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,133/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,580/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in West Buffalo over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in West Buffalo

Recent reviews for nursing homes in West Buffalo

The Hillside Senior Living Community in Montoursville, PA

3.5
They were great with getting my father-in-law in the memory care unit with very short notice. They have been very patient with taking calls from my mother-in-law. There has not been much help in getting him seen at a VA Center facility that is only 3 miles away as they would prefer he use their ...
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Nottingham Village in Northumberland, PA

5.0
I am very impressed with this center. It is beautiful with much to offer. The care is excellent. The nursing staff is wonderful. The aides do a great job and the activity director keeps it entertaining. The dining room is so elegant and the kitchen personal offer a fabulous menu to choose from. ...
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The Terraces at Capitol Village in Harrisburg, PA

4.9
I like the kindness and courtesy of the staff and the management. Theater place is clean, and kept clean, light and calm colors with great artwork. My only regret is that my sister did not come to Terraces first and that we spent too much of her retirement savings in another facility first. She ...
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West Buffalo nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Buffalo nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West 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 West 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 West Buffalo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Buffalo, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.4%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.5%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in West 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 West Buffalo Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Buffalo, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.8%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West 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 West Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Buffalo, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West 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 West Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Buffalo, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
15.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West 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 West Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Buffalo, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
22.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.8%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
22.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.9%
0.4%
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