Elison Independent Living of Orchard Glen sits on 11 acres of peaceful land off Armor Duells Road in Orchard Park, New York, and has one- and two-bedroom apartments and cottages for residents 55 and older who want to live independently but still need some support now and then, and you'll find that the apartments have queen-size beds, flat-screen TVs, living and dining areas with large windows, and kitchens with light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of counter space, while the cottages come with two bedrooms, garages, kitchenettes, and bathrooms designed with safety features like grab bars and walk-in showers. Residents get chef-prepared meals every day, and the dining room is arranged with round tables, warm light, and artwork, plus all three daily meals are included in the rent, which makes life a bit easier when you don't want to cook, and there's also housekeeping and bi-weekly maintenance to keep things running smoothly. There are lots of places to spend time like a library that leads to a patio, a fitness center with equipment like treadmills and bikes, a recreational game room with billiards, activity spaces for games and book clubs, and a quiet worship area with religious décor and soft lighting, so you can always find something to do or someplace to relax, and there's a community room with a piano and a kitchenette for gatherings.
The setting has a heart-shaped pond, community gardens, and pet-friendly walking paths, so there are outdoor spaces for strolls, and there's scheduled transportation for errands, grocery trips, or outings if you don't drive, plus resident parking for those who do, and you'll also find security on site 24 hours a day. If someone needs more help, the community offers assisted living, memory care, nursing, home health, adult day care, hospice, respite care, speech and physical therapy, as well as visits from health care professionals like nurses, dentists, podiatrists, and a doctor who's on call, and there's also an on-site beauty and barber shop, a general store, a bank, and a pharmacy for convenience, which lets people take care of daily needs without going far. Staff keep a regular calendar of social, educational, and recreation activities, plus devotional and religious programs onsite and offsite, to keep everyone engaged and involved, and the community supports LGBTQ residents through legal protections, so everyone can feel comfortable.
The building has a concierge desk in the lobby, a corner store, and friendly seating areas with a fireplace and piano, which gives it a welcoming atmosphere, and apartments are designed with accessibility in mind with features like wheelchair accessible showers and pets are welcome, though policies about pets or lease terms aren't listed in detail, and utilities included in the rent aren't specified either. The floor plans range from 690 to 1,500 square feet, offering options from simple one-bedrooms to deluxe two-bedrooms, so there's usually something to fit most needs, and while there are lots of amenities and services, details about some features like the number of building floors or certain policies weren't provided. Security measures are in place and there's a strong focus on maintenance-free living and social opportunities for seniors who want to stay active in a community with a small-town feel and modern comforts.
