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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.

Top 10 Assisted Living in Wisconsin

    Breath Of Life Residence

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  1. Breath Of Life Residence

    2. Breath Of Life Residence provides assisted living services in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It can house a maximum of 7 seniors at a time. With a location at 4072-4074 N 64th St, in the 53216 area code inside Milwaukee county, Breath Of Life Residence assists those older adults who need aid with daily tasks. Some of the amenities offered by Breath Of Life Residence include a pharmacy, weight management and a staff dietitian. Breath Of Life Residence is licensed by Wisconsin to provide assisted living services, with license number 12626.

    Germantown Home

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  2. Germantown Home

    3. Germantown Home specializes in providing assisted senior living in Washington county, Wisconsin. It includes a total of 7 studio and one bedroom suites for elderly adults. Germantown Home is pet-friendly and can provide help with bathing, dressing and transferring to any seniors living in Germantown, WI and surrounding areas. Germantown Home is located at W164 N10502 Timberline Ct, 53022 zip code. Germantown Home includes amenities like: transportation to doctor's appointments, personal laundry and religious services.

    Next Step In Residential Services Edgerton

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  3. Next Step In Residential Services Edgerton

    4. When looking for senior assisted living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, you will find Next Step In Residential Services Edgerton as an excellent luxurious senior care option. It has a total of 5 assisted living units. It is located at 5255 South 18th Street, 53221 zip code and provides services such as educational opportunities, a court yard and garden and scheduled bathroom reminders. Its license number is 14427. Next Step In Residential Services Edgerton provides assisted living not only to Milwaukee residents, but also to all Milwaukee county residents as well.

    Bayview Residential Facility

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  4. Bayview Residential Facility

    5. If you require help with daily tasks, Bayview Residential Facility, situated at 8820 N Rexleigh Dr in the 53217 zip code area can help you or your loved one to locate the help with daily living you need in Bayside, Wisconsin. Bayview Residential Facility has a total capacity of 8 older adults. It includes 24-hour awake staff, 24/7 supervision and Alzheimer’s care services. Bayview Residential Facility is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 10672.

    Prairie Home I

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  5. Prairie Home I

    6. Prairie Home I has a capacity of 20 senior citizens. Prairie Home I offers amenities that include: a beauty shop, daily bed-making and pet-friendly services. It is located at 1463 Kenwood Dr, and it is fully capable to provide assisted living services to Menasha, WI older adults. Prairie Home I is licensed with Wisconsin and its license number is 14499.

    Sue Hansons Group Home

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  6. Sue Hansons Group Home

    7. Located at 1372 24 3/8 St, inside 54822 zip code area in Barron county, Sue Hansons Group Home provides assisted senior living to Cameron, WI senior citizens and includes amenities such as arts and crafts activities, outdoor walking grounds and meals approved by a dietitian. Sue Hansons Group Home can accommodate up to 4 seniors at a time. Sue Hansons Group Home has official license # of 15121.

    Shepherds Place Adult Family Home

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  7. Shepherds Place Adult Family Home

    8. Situated at 2716 Shepherd Lane, Weston, Wisconsin, 54476, Shepherds Place Adult Family Home can help any Marathon county senior citizens with daily living activities and includes services such as an arts & crafts studio, unique service plans and an on-site dietitian. Shepherds Place Adult Family Home can offer long term care and assisted living to a maximum of 3 residents at a time. Its license number is 590031.

    Wellington Meadows

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  8. Wellington Meadows

    9. Seniors looking for assisted senior living in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin will find Wellington Meadows, located at 525 Memorial Dr inside 53538 zip code as a great option for all of their care needs. Wellington Meadows is able to care for up to 28 senior citizens and allows seniors to stay with pets. Wisconsin records show that Wellington Meadows has a license number of 11102. With services that include 3 daily meals, daily bed-making and emergency pendants, Wellington Meadows will be an excellent senior living choice for any senior.

    Covenant Oaks

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  9. Covenant Oaks

    10. With a location at 6165 Mineral Point Rd in Dane county, Covenant Oaks shines at providing assisted living services for senior citizens in Madison, WI as well as those who live in surrounding areas. Covenant Oaks offers amenities such as all snacks and meals, personal laundry and dementia care services. Covenant Oaks is equipped of providing care to a maximum of 40 Madison senior citizens and provides multiple levels of senior care. Covenant Oaks has an official license to provide senior living for Dane, WI residents, with license # 9204.

    Fields Of Washington County

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  10. Fields Of Washington County

    11. Fields Of Washington County, located at 531 E Washington St provides assisted senior living in West Bend, Wisconsin and offers services and amenities such as a reading area, walking gardens and meals approved by a dietitian. Fields Of Washington County is equipped to care for up to 31 older adults from 53095 zip code in Washington county and nearby areas. Fields Of Washington County is licensed to provide assisted senior living services in West Bend, Wisconsin, with license # 15957.

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