Westfield Absolut's closing was announced Tuesday.

Another nursing home is closing its doors in Chautauqua County.

On Tuesday morning, the McGuire Group that is based in Buffalo, confirmed with “deep sadness” that Absolut Care in Westfield will be closing. “This decision was not made lightly, and we want to assure our residents, families, employees, and the community that every effort was made to avoid this outcome,” a spokeswoman for the Group said.

Absolut officials, over the past several months, have been actively negotiating with the landlord in hopes of renewing its lease on the property at 26 Cass St. “Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, irreconcilable differences prevented us from reaching an agreement. Because of this uncertainty, we delayed making any announcements until negotiations were complete, as we strive to communicate transparently with our employees and residents,” officials said.

The company also noted in a statement:

“We are committed to providing a seamless transition for our residents through open and ongoing communication with them and their loved ones. Our closure plan has been reviewed in coordination with the Department of Health, and our team will work closely with residents and their families to ensure that residents’ rights will be respected during this process. Our team will provide information to residents and their families about other local facilities, including several of our own sister communities, ensuring that the wishes of our current residents are respected when placement decisions are made, and ensuring that concerns such as geographic location, availability of/access to public transportation, type of facility/provider, ability to meet the residents’ medical and behavioral health needs, are addressed in identifying future placement options for residents.

“Equally as important, we are assisting our employees through this transition. Job fairs are being hosted, and opportunities exist with open positions at our sister facilities for those who wish to remain with our organization. Employees will also receive incentives to stay at Westfield throughout the transition.

“This was not an easy decision, and we recognize the impact it has on our residents, families, employees, and the broader community. We worked tirelessly to prevent this closure and remain committed to supporting everyone affected with compassion, respect, and integrity.”

Since 2023, at least two other nursing homes in Chautauqua County have closed. They include the WCA Home in Fredonia and the Lutheran Social Services location in Jamestown.