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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
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Walk With Me provides assisted living services in Racine, Wisconsin. It can accommodate a maximum of 3 55 and older adults at a time. With a location at 5335 Count Dr, in the 53402 area code inside Racine county, Walk With Me assists those 55 and older adults who need assistance with daily living activities. Some of the amenities offered by Walk With Me include a beauty shop, 24/7 supervision and faith-based services. Walk With Me is licensed by Wisconsin to provide assisted living care, with license number 10603.
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Tender Reflections specializes in providing senior assisted living in Marathon county, Wisconsin. It includes a total of 40 studio and 1-bedrooom apartments for 55+ adults. Tender Reflections is pet-friendly and can provide assistance with eating, feeding and dressing to any seniors living in Weston, WI and surrounding areas. Tender Reflections is located at 3404 Community Center Drive, 54476 zip code. Tender Reflections includes services such as: housekeeping and emptying trash, daily bed-making and continence care.
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When looking for senior living in De Pere, Wisconsin, you will find Burgoyne Court 1 as an excellent upscale senior care option. It has a total of 4 assisted living units. It is located at 1725 Burgoyne Ct, 54115 zip code and includes services such as arts and crafts, a full-time nurse and pet-friendly services. Its license number is 14273. Burgoyne Court 1 provides assisted living not only to De Pere residents, but also to all Brown county residents too.
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If you need help with daily tasks, C & J's, situated at 406 W High St in the 54165 zip code area can help you or your loved one to find the help with daily living you need in Seymour, Wisconsin. C & J's has a total capacity of 4 seniors. It includes staff awake 24/7, medication monitoring and an emergency alert system. C & J's is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 15836.
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Rem Superior has a capacity of 6 elderly adults. Rem Superior provides amenities such as: a reading section, a licensed nurse and emergency pendants. It is located at 1204 Superior Ave, and it is fully equipped to provide assisted living services to Oconto, WI seniors. Rem Superior is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 16347.
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Located at 2125 Parkway Dr, inside 53108 zip code area in Racine county, Alpha Homes Of Wisconsin Xv provides assisted senior living to Caledonia, WI senior citizens and includes amenities such as specially trained staff, medication support and regular health assessments. Alpha Homes Of Wisconsin Xv can accommodate up to 4 seniors at a time. Alpha Homes Of Wisconsin Xv has official license # of 14477.
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Situated at 1910 W Ohio Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53215, Villa St Francis will assist any Milwaukee county elderly adult with daily living activities and offers services that include a fitness center, gardens and religious services. Villa St Francis can provide assisted living care to a maximum of 134 residents at a time. Its license number is 11052.
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Senior Citizens looking for assisted senior living in West Bend, Wisconsin will find Ivy Manor Of West Bend Building 3, located at 365 S Forest Ave inside 53095 zip code as a wonderful option for all of their care needs. Ivy Manor Of West Bend Building 3 is able to care for up to 22 seniors and allows seniors to stay with cats and small dogs. Wisconsin records show that Ivy Manor Of West Bend Building 3 has a license number of 12792. With services that include numerous social activities, outdoor walking grounds and help with daily living, Ivy Manor Of West Bend Building 3 will be a perfect senior living option for any senior.
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With a location at 333 W Main St in Dane county, Capitol Lakes shines at providing assisted living services for seniors in Madison, WI as well as those who live in surrounding cities. Capitol Lakes offers amenities such as transportation to appointments, private laundry service and help with daily living. Capitol Lakes is equipped of caring for a maximum of 40 Madison elderly adults and provides several levels of senior care. Capitol Lakes has an official license to provide senior living for Dane, WI residents, with license # 16248.
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Bell Therapy Nash, located at 7620-22 W Keefe Avenue offers assisted living and care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and offers amenities and services such as community dining, tailored service plans and religious services. Bell Therapy Nash is equipped to care for up to 4 seniors from 53222 zip code in Milwaukee county and surrounding areas. Bell Therapy Nash is licensed to provide assisted senior living services in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with license # 10167.
Popular Cities and Counties for Assisted Living in Wisconsin:
- ADAMS
- ADAMS County
- ALGOMA
- ALTOONA
- ANTIGO
- APPLETON
- ASHLAND
- ASHLAND County
- AUGUSTA
- BALDWIN
- BARABOO
- BARRON
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- BAYSIDE
- BEAVER DAM
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- BLACK RIVER FALLS
- BLOOMER
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- BROWN County
- BROWN DEER
- BUFFALO County
- BURLINGTON
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- CADOTT
- CALEDONIA
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- CAMBRIDGE
- CAZENOVIA
- CEDARBURG
- CHETEK
- CHILTON
- CHIPPEWA County
- CHIPPEWA FALLS
- CLARK County
- CLINTONVILLE
- COLBY
- COLFAX
- COLUMBIA County
- COLUMBUS
- CORNELL
- COTTAGE GROVE
- CRAWFORD County
- CRIVITZ
- CROSS PLAINS
- CUDAHY
- DANE County
- DE PERE
- DEFOREST
- DELAFIELD
- DELAVAN
- DENMARK
- DODGE County
- DODGEVILLE
- DOOR County
- DOUGLAS County
- DOUSMAN
- DOVER
- DUNN County
- DURAND
- EAGLE RIVER
- EAST TROY
- EAU CLAIRE
- EAU CLAIRE County
- ELKHORN
- ELLSWORTH
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- EVANSVILLE
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- FOND DU LAC
- FOND DU LAC County
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- GRANT County
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- GREENDALE
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- HARTFORD
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