Laurelwood at The Highlands at Pittsford sits at 300 Hahnemann Trail in Pittsford, NY, and serves older adults who need long-term living with a bit of help, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing all on the same campus, and you'll see a range of options from studio to two-bedroom apartments, each with private baths and kitchenettes, so you end up with the space and comfort that fits, and the place has tailored care like assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, transfers, and medication management, along with a 24-hour emergency call system and regular safety checks, and folks who need memory care have the Laurel Way Memory Care unit, which has eight apartments and around-the-clock staff including two registered nurses, with programs for Alzheimer's care worked right in.
The grounds at Laurelwood are well-kept with walking and biking paths, gardens, and outdoor seating for rest, and residents enjoy weekly housekeeping, daily tidying, and personal laundry services, with maintenance and move-in help as needed, and if you look for something to do, there are activity rooms, a fitness center with a pool and whirlpool tub, a movie theater, a music and arts room, a library, a game room, and a beauty salon on campus, plus there are social outings, volunteer programs, worship services, education and health and wellness programs, and a resident-run activities calendar, so there's always a chance to try something new or just enjoy a familiar routine.
Dining happens three times a day and if you want, you can eat in the elegant dining room or try the casual Bistro Restaurant or either of the two on-site restaurants, and meals are restaurant-style with a professional chef preparing options for special diets like diabetes-friendly menus and allergy-sensitive choices, and snacks and refreshments are easy to come by at the refreshment stand or the convenience store and gift shop.
There's a full gym, a spa, and a wellness center with fitness classes and swimming in a pool with an underwater treadmill, and appointments at the on-site doctor's office take the worry out of getting care, so you're close to help, and when it's time to go elsewhere for shopping or events, transportation is arranged along with parking for guests and drivers, and town car services for personal trips are available.
Security and comfort are high on the list here, with a 24-hour emergency call system, security features on the grounds and the buildings, safety and handicap accommodations, sprinkler systems, and management by local agencies like the Department of Aging or Veteran's Services, though the facility doesn't usually accept Medicare for care services unless they've got the right certification.
Apartments have Wi-Fi, cable TV, air conditioning, phones, and furnishings if needed, and there are plenty of communal spaces for gathering or quiet moments, with access to outdoor nature trails and well-lit walking paths, and the whole place is designed to help seniors with daily activities, provide support for people who use wheelchairs, and give access to caregivers who speak English.
Laurelwood at The Highlands at Pittsford offers priority access to on-campus short-term rehab, long-term nursing, and post-acute care, so when care needs change, residents can move easily within the community, and the staff supports families with help during moves and with ongoing communication. While amenities like a whirlpool, auditorium, resident activities, move-in coordination, and guest amenities add extra comfort, what stands out is a supportive community environment and an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, making it one of the best-rated places for senior living in Pittsford without being over the top about it, and everything here aims to give elders both independence and help, all at their own pace.
