McAuley Residence sits at 1503 Military Road in Kenmore, NY, right next to Kenmore Mercy Hospital, so folks can get care if they need it without going far, and being part of the Catholic Health System means there are over 8,200 staff across all their services, so someone's always around to help, whether it's for daily care or medical needs. This community offers continuing care, which means they have different levels of help: assisted living for those who want some help with daily things like bathing and grooming, skilled nursing for those recovering from surgery or living with a chronic illness, memory care for residents with cognitive needs, and even subacute and short-term care for folks who need extra therapy after a hospital visit. English is spoken here, and staff include nurses-registered and licensed practical-providing skilled care around the clock, though the main nurse is part-time, and there's staff for regular care needs, including help with medication, wound treatment, companionship, and cleaning or cooking.
People living at McAuley can join in activities like group games, hobbies, and organized outings, and staff plan events like holiday parties and exercise programs that suit folks with different abilities and memory issues, and there are iPads for FaceTime visits if family can't come in person, or folks can bring their own devices, since the building has wireless internet everywhere. The kitchen serves meals each day, and visitors can join for guest meals. Rooms and common areas get housekeeping and regular maintenance so everything stays safe and clean. McAuley Residence has a parking lot that's easy to reach from Military Road and offers free parking for visitors and residents. People can use different ways to pay, including insurance, since the community works with a range of payment options. Health services here go beyond the basic, providing skilled nursing, therapy programs like physical, speech, and occupational therapy, cardiac rehab for those with heart problems, and nutritional advice, along with imaging and lab services. The community also provides home care for those who want to stay in familiar surroundings. McAuley Residence has earned accreditation from HealthStream's QAPI standards and ranks in the top 10% nationwide for resident and family satisfaction, and while no place is perfect, residents and their loved ones often appreciate the steady care and the mixture of support, privacy, and activities in this community.