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The legal licensing term for Assisted Living in the State of Wisconsin is Residential Care Apartment Complexes, Community-Based Residential Facilities and Adult Family Homes. The governing body that licenses Assisted Living and retirement homes in the State of Wisconsin is Bureau of Assisted Living through the Division of Quality Assurance. For the purposes of this document, we will refer to facilities in general as “assisted living facilities”, even though they may be licensed as residential care facilities or AFHs.

Overview of Assisted Living Facilities in Wisconsin

There are nearly 4,000 assisted living facilities in the Badger State, established taking care of the elderly. The residents in these communities can generally take care of themselves. They will only require a particular level of assistance that they need to flourish, such as healthcare, access to social events/opportunities, and attentive caregivers.

Residents of Wisconsin assisted living facilities will get help with meal prep, laundry, showering, 24-hour surveillance, housekeeping and more. Most residents usually live in a private living space – just like a condo or apartment – with a private kitchen and bathroom. Elderly couples are generally allowed to stay together.

Residents of assisted living facilities in Wisconsin can choose the level and type of senior care services they need help with. They also get to enjoy an excellent level of socialization and can participate in organized residential excursions and trips to the movies, museums, and the beautiful Wisconsin landmarks.

Unit Requirements & Regulations for Assisted Living in Wisconsin

First, all assisted living facilities in Wisconsin must comply with the regular building codes for the city they are in. That includes all ordinances and zoning requirements. They must also comply with the Wisconsin admin code chapter DHS 83 sub chapters 4, 5 and 6. These pertain to the safety and the physical environment and any additional requirements to keep senior care facility residents safe. The minimum number of beds allowed in a Wisconsin assisted living facility is 5. The minimum sleeping room size can hold a minimum of 60 and a maximum of 100 square feet, which depends on the licensing that a particular facility has in their classification.

There are three classifications for seniors who are residents at assisted living facilities in Wisconsin: 1) ambulatory is number one and that means that seniors can walk by themselves without use of ambulation equipment, which means walkers, wheelchairs and the like; 2) Semi ambulator, which means that the seniors do use ambulatory equipment like wheelchairs and walkers; and 3) Non-ambulatory, meaning that the seniors are wheelchair-bound.

The next consideration in assisted living licensing is determining whether the structure for the Wisconsin assisted living facility is new or old construction. Another question is, are the units private or shared occupancy? All the construction requirements including all the fire safety and all accessibility depend on the size of the facility and on the class of the facility. The class is defined by whether or not the residents of the senior care facility can evacuate on their own in an emergency, respond to fire alarms and act on their own without any verbal or physical prompting.

For the bathroom requirements, there must be one toilet one sink and either a tub or shower unit for every 10 residents.

Cost and Payment Options for Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Statewide, the cost for assisted living in Wisconsin is currently $4,300 monthly, and that is $300 over the national average which is $4,000. The cheapest assisted living facilities are in Lacrosse at $2,638 per month average cost, which is well below the national average. The costliest assisted living facilities are in Milwaukee at $4,264 average, Wausau at $4,644 and Sheboygan at $4,674. The city that hits the top at most expensive is Oshkosh at $5,000 average cost.

When you consider dementia and Alzheimer’s care, it will bring you to a range of $860 to $1,290 extra over the top of the above figures, bringing the most expensive city of Oshkosh to $6,000+ estimated monthly cost with memory and Alzheimer's care.

For seniors who are struggling to cover the high cost of senior living in Wisconsin, MAPC Medical Assistance Personal Care Program will cover assisted living personal care services only, but not room & board. The income cap for this program is $2,313. There may be a spend-down program by which you can lower the income amount to the amount that the state requires, if the senior’s income is only spent on medical bills.

Wisconsin can be an excellent retirement option for many seniors who prefer diverse landscapes, the great mix of small and large cities, as well as the overly friendly communities. The Great Lakes are also close to any part of the area, so elders who love the outdoors can visit from time to time.

The Difference Between Wisconsin Assisted Living Facilities and Nursing Homes

Before you move your loved one to any retirement home in Wisconsin, you should understand the difference between assisted living and nursing homes.

The primary difference between these two senior care and living options is the level of medical attention that is provided to the elderly. The #1 priority of assisted living facilities is helping residents with activities of day-to-day living.

The level of everyday care in a nursing home is more medically focused than what prevails in Wisconsin assisted living facilities. Although assisted living facilities may support with chronic disease, pain, and medication management, assisted living facilities do not provide the rehabilitation services offered at nursing homes.

Nursing homes offer everything, from making use of the restroom to getting out of bed or getting dressed. They are perfect for seniors who need daily or regular medical care or attention. It is usually the option of choice for family caregivers who feel they are no longer competent enough to care for a senior in their keep.

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Wisconsin have day-to-day activities lined up for their residents, and this includes craft classes, fitness, live performances from visiting musicians, and happy hour. Assisted living facilities and nursing homes in Wisconsin differ greatly, especially in terms of amenities, location, and types of care provided. What matters most – at the end of the day – is that your loved one should feel comfortable, safe, and happy.

The state of health of your loved one will determine whether you take them to a nursing home or an assisted living community in Wisconsin. It is also important to trust your instincts; if you can envision your loved one enjoying life to the fullest in a friendly community, then you may have found the right fit.

Assisted Living Facilities in Wisconsin

    Aurora Residential Alternative 096a

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  1. Aurora Residential Alternative 096a

    2. Aurora Residential Alternative 096a provides assisted living care in Pittsville, Wisconsin. It can house a maximum of 4 elderly adults at a time. With a location at 5307 6th Ave, in the 54466 area code inside Wood county, Aurora Residential Alternative 096a assists those senior citizens who need aid with daily living activities. Some of the services offered by Aurora Residential Alternative 096a include arts and crafts activities, a garden and a memory care program. Aurora Residential Alternative 096a has an active license by Wisconsin to provide assisted living services, with license number 13881.

    Knapp Ledgeview

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  2. Knapp Ledgeview

    3. Knapp Ledgeview specializes in providing senior assisted living in Fond Du Lac county, Wisconsin. It includes a total of 4 studio and 1-bedrooom apartments for 55 and older adults. Knapp Ledgeview is pet-friendly and can provide help with taking a bath and getting dressed to any senior citizens living in Fond Du Lac, WI and surrounding areas. Knapp Ledgeview is located at 1508 Hunters Ave, 54935 zip code. Knapp Ledgeview includes services such as: a library, personalized service plan and bathroom reminders.

    Meadowmere Oak Creek

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  3. Meadowmere Oak Creek

    4. When looking for assisted living in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, you will find Meadowmere Oak Creek as an excellent luxurious senior care option. It has a total of 60 assisted living units. It is located at 701 E Puetz Rd, 53154 zip code and includes services such as 24 hour staff, a personal laundry service and regular health assessments. Its license number is 15935. Meadowmere Oak Creek provides assisted living not only to Oak Creek residents, but also to all Milwaukee county residents too.

    Parkside Manor

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  4. Parkside Manor

    5. If you require help with everyday tasks, Parkside Manor, located at 6300 67th Street in the 53142 zip code area can help you or your loved one to locate the assistance and care you need in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Parkside Manor has a total capacity of 74 senior citizens. It offers a hair salon, personalized assistance and religious services. Parkside Manor is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 16245.

    Love Of Caring

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  5. Love Of Caring

    6. Love Of Caring has a capacity of 4 senior citizens. Love Of Caring offers amenities that include: community outings and social gatherings, gardens and bathroom reminders. It is located at 1638 Echo Ln, and it is fully capable to provide assisted living services to Racine, WI older adults. Love Of Caring is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 310155.

    Clients Choice

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  6. Clients Choice

    7. Located at 805 Emery Street, inside 54768 zip code area in Chippewa county, Clients Choice provides assisted senior living to Stanley, WI senior citizens and includes amenities such as a studio for arts and crafts, medication help and a staff dietitian. Clients Choice can accommodate up to 4 seniors at a time. Clients Choice has official license # of 13456.

    Wolf River Cbrf

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  7. Wolf River Cbrf

    8. Situated at N2222 White Cedar Road, Neopit, Wisconsin, 54150, Wolf River Cbrf will assist any Shawano county senior citizens with activities of daily living and offers amenities that include community dining, landscaped gardens and continence management. Wolf River Cbrf can provide assisted living services to a maximum of 15 elderly adults at a time. Its license number is 9394.

    Washington Square

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  8. Washington Square

    9. Senior Citizens looking for assisted living in Marinette, Wisconsin will find Washington Square, located at 2502 Taylor St inside 54143 zip code as a wonderful choice for all of their care needs. Washington Square is able to care for up to 16 senior citizens and allows seniors to stay with cats and small dogs. Wisconsin records show that Washington Square has a license number of 9817. With amenities that include off-site outings and picnics, unique service plans and a staff dietitian, Washington Square will be a wonderful senior living choice for any senior citizens.

    Weber Haus

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  9. Weber Haus

    10. With a location at 312 Center St in Juneau county, Weber Haus shines at providing assisted living services for senior citizens in Wonewoc, WI as well as those who live in surrounding cities. Weber Haus includes amenities such as transportation to appointments, linen and laundry service and scheduled bathroom reminders. Weber Haus is equipped of providing care to a maximum of 8 Wonewoc senior citizens and provides multiple levels of senior care. Weber Haus has an official license to provide senior living for Juneau, WI residents, with license # 14915.

    Gudmanson Adult Family Home

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  10. Gudmanson Adult Family Home

    11. Gudmanson Adult Family Home, located at 704 Oak Street offers assisted living and care in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin and includes amenities and services such as a reading room, unique service plans and an emergency alert system. Gudmanson Adult Family Home is equipped to care for up to 4 seniors from 54729 zip code in Chippewa county and surrounding areas. Gudmanson Adult Family Home is licensed to provide senior assisted living services in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, with license # 9190.

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