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The cost of independent living in Buffalo is about $4,315 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 5 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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The staff and managers are professional, caring, and helpful. They also give you a choice of food if you don't like the menu. It is also in a quiet neighborhood and the grocery store and pharmacy are walking...
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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it's an awesome place!
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.
We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual Tour set up let us know. We look forward to you experiencing our community without having to leave your home!Nestled in historic, beautiful Sheridan,...
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The best thing I like about Beehive of Sheridan is the home atmosphere. You have a nice room, living area, etc. It's small and it's homey because of the size, which we love. It's a very comfortable...
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
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: Independent Living
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Cost of independent living in Buffalo, WY

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $4,315 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ten Sleep, WY with an average of $3,857 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo, WY vs. nearby cities

Buffalo, WY
$4,315/mo
$4,120/mo
$4,315/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo, WY vs. the state and national average

Buffalo, WY
$4,315/mo
$3,837/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Buffalo vs. other types of senior living

$4,315/mo
Independent Living
$4,315/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Buffalo, WY by room type

Studio
$4,153/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,235/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,590/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,615/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

Buffalo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo independent 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 dietary accommodations in Buffalo independent living

Independent 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, WYNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo independent living

Our independent 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, WYNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo independent 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 independent living communities in Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, WYNational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
32%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.8%
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Willow Creek of Buffalo, Cascades of Sugarland Ridge and Willow Creek of Sheridan are the top-rated independent living facilities near Buffalo, Wyoming. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Buffalo, Wyoming. See the full list.

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