Business Details
Trusted Assisted Living & Memory Care in Buffalo, NY
For over 150 years, Bristol Home has dedicated itself to providing compassionate, personalized assisted living and memory care services. Founded on principles of quality, community, and respect, our mission centers on enhancing residents' quality of life through individualized support, including medication management, daily care, and enriching activities. As Western New York's only freestanding nonprofit assisted living facility, we prioritize residents' needs over financial interests, reinvesting all profits into facility improvements and care services. Our Clarence Center campus, opened in 2003, offers modern, comfortable living spaces set on 20 acres of landscaped grounds, promoting independence while ensuring around-the-clock professional support. Staffed by committed caregivers and overseen by a volunteer board of directors, we maintain organizational stability through fair compensation practices that foster employee longevity.This long-standing commitment to excellence has made us a trusted choice for families seeking reliable, dignified elder care. Our person-centered approach addresses physical, emotional, and medical needs through specialized programs tailored to residents' evolving requirements, including Alzheimer's and dementia care. By focusing on creating a true home environment rather than institutional setting, we cultivate meaningful connections between residents, families, and our care teams. This philosophy extends to family involvement, with regular events and communication channels maintaining strong community ties. Through decades of experience, we've developed expertise in navigating complex elder care challenges while maintaining our founding promise of comfort, connection, compassion, and community.
Services
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Respite Care
Enhanced Assisted Living
Accommodations
Highlights and features
- Nonprofit care prioritizing resident needs over profits
- 150 years of specialized senior care experience
- Personalized care plans tailored to individual needs
- Modern, 20-acre campus with comfortable living spaces
- Profits reinvested into facility and service improvements
What people say
Exceptional care
Supportive community
Professional staff
Personalized attention
Welcoming environment
Services
Assisted Living
Our Assisted Living program provides comprehensive support for seniors needing help with daily activities. Residents receive personalized care plans addressing medication management, meal preparation, housekeeping, and mobility assistance while maintaining independent living options. The service focuses on preserving dignity through individualized attention and social engagement opportunities.
Memory Care
Specialized Memory Care services cater to residents with Alzheimer's and other cognitive impairments. Our trained staff implements purpose-designed programs promoting cognitive engagement while ensuring safety through secure environments. Specialized activities and therapeutic interventions address memory-related challenges while maintaining residents' comfort and quality of life.
Respite Care
Respite Care offers temporary support for families needing short-term elder care solutions. This service provides professionally supervised care while giving primary caregivers essential rest periods. Available for varying durations, it allows families to experience our facility and care approach before committing to permanent arrangements.
Enhanced Assisted Living
Enhanced Assisted Living provides specialized support for residents requiring higher care levels. This program enables aging-in-place through expanded medical assistance and personalized health monitoring while avoiding relocation to nursing homes. Services include advanced mobility support and specialized health management protocols.
Accommodations
Our modern accommodations feature studio and one-bedroom apartments designed for comfort and independence. Each unit includes kitchenette, full bathroom, and personalized decor options. Fully equipped with modern amenities, living spaces emphasize safety while maintaining home-like environments that residents can personalize to their preferences.
Questions
What assisted living services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive assistance with daily living activities, medication management, meal preparation, housekeeping, and personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
Do you specialize in memory care?
Yes, our specialized memory care program addresses Alzheimer's and dementia needs through secure environments, cognitive engagement activities, and trained professional staff.
What makes your facility unique?
As Western New York's only freestanding nonprofit assisted living facility, we prioritize resident needs over profits, reinvesting resources into improving care and living conditions.
How long have you been operating?
We've been providing senior care services in Western New York for over 150 years, establishing a legacy of compassionate, quality elder care.
What are your living accommodations like?
Our modern campus offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes, full bathrooms, and personalized decor options within a 20-acre landscaped setting.
How can I schedule a tour?
Contact us at 716.406.9500 or complete our online form to schedule a personalized tour of our Clarence Center facility.
Reviews (5)
Carmen Baynard
Aug 25, 2020
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I have a very close friend in Bristol homes, I have not been able to contact her or keep up with her,I have been distancef for whatever reason, that I was not given, I have the best interest of my friend at heart, and I really wish they would take that into consideration.
Emily Dunaif
Jul 19, 2020
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Send your elderly loved one anywhere but here. These people are awful. Especially Beth & Karen from activities!
Jami Alghassab
Dec 26, 2018
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I went there several times to visit my mother back in June from my trip to see her and I was very pleased over all
Carol Harris
Jul 22, 2018
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Could be more "user friendly" am moving to another assisted living place this coming Thursday. Many of the "upper" staff are really wonderful, that is not to say that most of the aides are as well. They act as though they are doing you a huge favor by helping you. The one person I admire is Rick Brooks. If you get to meet him you will understand why. Management leaves a lot to be desired.
N. Grattan
Sep 13, 2017
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About 4 years ago we moved my mother in law to Buffalo NY from Brooklyn NY upon her husband's passing. Upon touring BH and meeting Shaton Oslins, we knew we had found the best place for our mom. It made it even easier as we live in Mississauga. Ontario, Canada. Recently, our mom's health declined. Shaton and Rick have been by our side ever since to transition our mom into long term care. We're very pleased with the transition. Our sincere gratitude to Shaton, Rick and all staff at BH for their care and compassion.