Elderwood at Waverly sits in Waverly, NY, between Elmira and Binghamton, right along the Twin Tiers, and the place has a 200-bed community that covers skilled nursing, long-term care, and subacute rehab services, so seniors can find a wide range of care options here, and it's quite well-known for the helpful, joyful, and kind staff who make the place feel friendly and welcoming for everyone, whether they're residents, visitors, or other staff folks, and these people really take pride in making life there comfortable and enjoyable. The community offers independent living for active seniors who want hassle-free, social lives, and there are assisted living services for folks needing help with daily tasks like bathing or dressing. For people with Alzheimer's or dementia, there's secure memory care designed to keep residents safe and reduce confusion, and Elderwood at Waverly also has home care services, provided by trained aides, for seniors who are living at home but want some companionship and non-medical support.
The facility encourages an active daily life, running activities like exercise classes, shopping trips, crafts, museum and library visits, nature walks, horticulture therapy, worship and Bible study sessions, movies, games, field and dinner outings, even educational seminars and workshops, plus they offer free transportation for trips outside the community, which can be a real convenience. Inside, you'll find a chapel, landscaped gardens, and an enclosed courtyard with a butterfly garden and waterfall, giving residents places to relax and enjoy nature. Rooms are both private and semi-private, with some deluxe suites offering private baths and living spaces, and there's a full-service hair salon, daily housekeeping and laundry, and complimentary WiFi to keep folks comfortable and connected.
Meals aim to be both nutritious and pleasant, and the dining experience is designed with residents in mind. The place runs a wide range of therapy and rehab programs, including short-term and subacute rehab, with a spacious therapy gym and services like physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with specialized treatment for pain, stroke recovery, swallowing disorders, and more, covering outpatient needs as well. Specialty programs go further, ranging from adult day services, oncology, palliative care, outpatient therapy, to Right Moves and Secure Memory, so those with unique needs get tailored support, and the staff and programs are recognized for their engaging activity offerings, which help keep residents socially, physically, mentally, and emotionally involved. There's always 24-hour supervision, and safety is taken seriously, even providing a patient safety and compliance hotline for any safety or regulatory concerns.
Elderwood at Waverly works hard to support both seniors and their families, making the process of choosing senior care less overwhelming by providing guidance and information. With services like respite care, long-term care, skilled nursing, independent living, memory care, and comprehensive rehab, as well as a community relations coordinator like Wendy Hyjek helping answer questions, Elderwood at Waverly tries to meet a wide range of senior needs in a way that focuses on comfort, safety, and a real sense of community.
