LECOM at Elmwood Gardens sits as a full-service senior care community with 51 certified beds, and it's owned by the non-profit group Lecom At Elmwood Gardens, LLC. The leadership changed in October 2023, so Jaime Babiak, Steven Inman, and Wendy Stockhausen are now in charge. The facility has a nurse staffing level of 4.41 hours per resident per day, but the nurse turnover rate is high at 64.1%. There have been some reported deficiencies, including one about meals and food storage, one related to infection control, and another involving doctor supervision with care and orders. The latest standard inspection was on February 13, 2025, which found a total of six deficiencies.
The campus lets seniors age in place with independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care, which is handy for short stays. Residents can shift between levels of care as their needs change, and the community has options for private rooms, all furnished with windows and comfortable seating. Out in the community areas are places for socializing, daily events, and resident-run activities, and there are outdoor spaces and gardens where people can spend their time. Rooms come with cable TV, Wi-Fi, and kitchenettes. They provide housekeeping, laundry, medication help, and 24-hour supervision. Residents who need it get support with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, mobility, and eating, and there's a separate unit, Parkside at Elmwood, for very personalized care.
Meals are made and served in both private and restaurant-style dining areas, with accommodations for special diets, such as diabetes-friendly options. The care team includes nursing staff with experience in dementia and memory loss, and seniors get individualized wellness and care plans. Amenities cover things like social and arts programs, group exercises, classes, and on-site maintenance, plus usual comforts such as fitness center, salons, laundry, parking, and utilities. The property offers a choice of rooms, including studios, single rooms, semi-private and private options, each with safety features like handrails and sprinkler systems.
LECOM at Elmwood Gardens is part of the larger LECOM Health system, which connects residents with extra services like the LECOM Behavioral Health Pavilion, primary care, and the Visiting Nurses Association of Erie County, and programs cover a wide range, from skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation (including HERO and LECOM LIGHT), hospice care, and home care. There's a focus on community, wellness, and matching care to individual needs, while on-site medical and wellness services support this. The campus offers assisted living, memory care, independent living, and nursing care, together with daily activities, property upkeep, spiritual programs, and transportation. The place is pet friendly and has frequent community events, dining choices, and access to various other care homes within the LECOM Senior Living group across the area. Residents and their families can check out photos, services, amenities, and reviews at the official website.
