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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

    Michigan

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  1. Michigan

    2. Michigan provides assisted living services in Waukesha, Wisconsin. It can house a maximum of 4 55 and older adults at a time. With a location at 1505 Michigan Ave, in the 53188 area code inside Waukesha county, Michigan assists those 55 and older adults who need assistance with daily tasks. Some of the services offered by Michigan include a hair salon, walking trails and an emergency alert system. Michigan is licensed by Wisconsin to provide senior living, with license number 10760.

    Marshas Adult Family Home

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  2. Marshas Adult Family Home

    3. Marshas Adult Family Home specializes in providing senior assisted living in Racine county, Wisconsin. It includes a total of 3 studio and one bedroom suites for 55 and older adults. Marshas Adult Family Home is pet-friendly and can provide help with moving around, eating and putting on clothes to any seniors living in Racine, WI and surrounding areas. Marshas Adult Family Home is located at 920 Ohio Street, 53405 zip code. Marshas Adult Family Home provides amenities such as: arts and crafts activities, a full-time nurse and meals approved by a dietitian.

    Hil Crescent House

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  3. Hil Crescent House

    4. When looking for assisted senior living in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, you will find Hil Crescent House as an excellent luxurious senior care option. It contains a total of 5 assisted living units. It is located at W228 N4043 Crescent Dr, 53072 zip code and includes services such as pharmacy services, walking gardens and a memory care program. Its license number is 10330. Hil Crescent House provides assisted living not only to Pewaukee residents, but also to all Waukesha county residents too.

    Upland Point Corporation Sunnyside

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  4. Upland Point Corporation Sunnyside

    5. If you require help with everyday tasks, Upland Point Corporation Sunnyside, located at 209 W Parry St in the 53533 zip code area can help you or your loved one to find the help with daily living you need in Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Upland Point Corporation Sunnyside has a total capacity of 8 elderly residents. It offers basic housekeeping, highly trained staff and scheduled bathroom reminders. Upland Point Corporation Sunnyside is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 12958.

    Abbey Manor

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  5. Abbey Manor

    6. Abbey Manor has a capacity of 4 elderly adults. Abbey Manor includes amenities such as: a beauty and barber shop, gardens and assistance with daily living. It is located at 7840 W Barnard Ave, and it is fully capable to provide assisted living to Greenfield, WI senior citizens. Abbey Manor is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 13306.

    Aurora Residential Alternative 096a

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  6. Aurora Residential Alternative 096a

    7. Located at 5307 6th Ave, inside 54466 zip code area in Wood county, Aurora Residential Alternative 096a provides assisted senior living to Pittsville, WI senior citizens and includes amenities such as on-site lectures and guest speakers, unique service plans and incontinence management. Aurora Residential Alternative 096a can accommodate up to 4 seniors at a time. Aurora Residential Alternative 096a has official license # of 13881.

    Drake Family Home

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  7. Drake Family Home

    8. Located at 5932 N Hyne Rd, Evansville, Wisconsin, 53536, Drake Family Home can help any Rock county senior with daily living activities and provides amenities such as a library section, specialized intervention program and memory care services. Drake Family Home can offer long term care and assisted living to a maximum of 4 senior citizens at a time. Its license number is 15626.

    Bethesda Lutheran Communities Westhill

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  8. Bethesda Lutheran Communities Westhill

    9. Senior Citizens looking for senior assisted living in Rhinelander, Wisconsin will find Bethesda Lutheran Communities Westhill, located at 209 Westhill Rd inside 54501 zip code as a great choice for all of their care needs. Bethesda Lutheran Communities Westhill is able to care for up to 4 older adults and allows seniors to stay with cats and small dogs. Wisconsin records show that Bethesda Lutheran Communities Westhill has a license number of 13865. With amenities that include around-the-clock staff, a full-time nurse and incontinence management, Bethesda Lutheran Communities Westhill will be a perfect senior living choice for any senior citizens.

    Northwest Pathways To Independence 1

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  9. Northwest Pathways To Independence 1

    10. With a location at 2527 Waller St in Eau Claire county, Northwest Pathways To Independence 1 excels at providing assisted care services for older adults in Eau Claire, WI as well as those who live in nearby areas. Northwest Pathways To Independence 1 offers amenities such as transportation to doctor's appointments, medication supervision and memory care activities. Northwest Pathways To Independence 1 is capable of providing care to a maximum of 4 Eau Claire older residents and provides multiple levels of senior care. Northwest Pathways To Independence 1 has an official license to provide senior living for Eau Claire, WI residents, with license # 16092.

    Applegate Terrace

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  10. Applegate Terrace

    11. Applegate Terrace, located at 3001 Westhill Drive offers senior assisted living services in Wausau, Wisconsin and offers amenities such as all meals included, walking trails and continence care. Applegate Terrace is equipped to care for up to 53 elderly senior citizens from 54401 zip code in Marathon county and surrounding areas. Applegate Terrace is licensed to provide assisted senior living services in Wausau, Wisconsin, with license # 13352.

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