Nursing Homes in Erie County, New York

34 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Erie County, averaging 3.1 out of 5 overall among rated providers. Below are provider profiles with CMS ratings, inspections, staffing, and ownership.

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Nursing Homes profiles in Erie County

Cities in Erie County

East Aurora, NY 1 facilities Hamburg, NY 2 facilities Getzville, NY 1 facilities Clarence, NY 1 facilities Buffalo, NY 8 facilities Williamsville, NY 5 facilities Eden, NY 1 facilities Amherst, NY 1 facilities Cheektowaga, NY 2 facilities Grand Island, NY 1 facilities Lancaster, NY 2 facilities Orchard Park, NY 2 facilities Springville, NY 2 facilities Kenmore, NY 2 facilities Lackawanna, NY 1 facilities Tonawanda, NY 1 facilities West Seneca, NY 1 facilities

Choosing a nursing home in Erie County

When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed.

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Visit candidates in Erie County when possible, ask how care plans are set and reviewed, and confirm costs, coverage, and availability in writing. Staffing consistency and clear family communication matter as much as any published score.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Erie County?

The current CMS snapshot lists 34 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Erie County, New York, with an average overall CMS rating of 3.1 out of 5 among rated providers.

Which cities in Erie County have nursing homes?

East Aurora, Hamburg, Getzville, Clarence, Buffalo, Williamsville and other communities have Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current snapshot.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06.

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