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Assisted living costs in Altoona average about $4,684 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 25 communities in Altoona. Our detailed directory has 181 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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8.7
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31 reviews
There is always room for improvement. The staff are all friendly and professional to everyone from the residents to family members. The facility is not too small but also not too large to be overwhelming for...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Oak Gardens Place is located in the small city of Altoona, Wisconsin, in an established tree-lined neighborhood. Our community is home like and full of light, warmth and laughter. Residents have ample opportunity to socialize in our large lounges, find new literary friends in our library or...
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9.2
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16 reviews
1) we have been there just a yr and I feel the staff are very attentive and listens to our concerns of our loved ones 2) the facility is always clean and never has any bad smells. 3) very friendly...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Azura, we promise each resident will experience a personalized MOSAIC of exceptional care and engagement, based on our core values: RESPECT, RECOVERY, INNOVATION, RETAIN, and BE EXCEPTIONAL.Our Eau Claire community features two homes purposefully designed to meet the needs of those living...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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12 reviews
All staff, from house cleaning and maintenance to CNAs and executives, are always kind, friendly, and helpful. The CNAs are typically young, hence they sometimes overlook things that they may have never had...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Heritage Court Memory Care Community is dedicated to nurturing the body, nurturing the spirit, and engaging the mind of each resident. Our community allows resident to live life with choice and dignity while having access to the assistance they need.We offer residents an independent and active...
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8.2
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43 reviews
Make sure you are present when your family member is evaluated and have a clear understanding with the staff about care level needs. Think through the small things that may be taken for granted at home. Be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are truly a family at HeatherWood Assisted Living and Memory Care and we warmly welcome you to experience the good people who live and work here. Our team believes if you do the right things, the right things happen. We understand that caring is what makes us human, and we work with passion...
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8.0
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41 reviews
My mom receives compassionate, professional, and nurturing care from all staff at the Larson Home. She is made to feel she is valuable part of her community by having "jobs" to do. A great variety of...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Transforming the Culture of Memory CareProviding compassionate care begins with a secure, warm setting. When people with memory loss feel at home, they respond more positively and interact more with others.Our relationship-based care philosophy called MOSAIC recognizes each person is an...
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7.0
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13 reviews
That place is unbelievable. They call every resident by their first name, always. The nurses, LPN's, CNA's are top notch. They are all so caring. My Mom passed away a week ago. The care she received there is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Assisted Living is dedicated to nurturing the body, nurturing the spirit, and engaging the mind of each resident. In our community, residents live life with choice and dignity while having access to the assistance they need. We offer residents an independent and active lifestyle with...
Care Partners Assisted Living and Memory Care - Eau Claire West
5110 Stonewood Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54703Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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6.5
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4 reviews
My mother chose the place. She has passed away. Everyone was just pleasant. Everyone and thing was fine.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Our loved one was doing really well, and starting to enjoy her time. When there was an incident the staff handled it very quickly, and were incredibly responsive. We are hopeful, that after a healing stay in...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Eau Claire provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment. We...
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14 reviews
I had a hard time picking a place for my sister because everybody was so nice and helpful. I kept getting calls back from all 3 places that we were trying to decide from. I finally made my brother and sister...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Mission: Working together as the primary senior care provider & resource, enriching the lives of older adults in the communities we serve. Milestone Senior Living provides Assisted Living options for seniors. We provide living accommodations to seniors who can no longer live in their own...
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Part of a master-planned neighborhood located in Altoona, Wisconsin, The Classic at Hillcrest Greens will redefine your idea of senior living. Our community includes accommodations for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For those living with the challenges of Alzheimer's and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Partners Assisted Living in Eau Claire (3325 Birch Street) is a 34 bed assisted living facility that offers a secure and home-like environment for our residents. It is located near medical facilities, as well as numerous shopping, dining and recreational facilities. The facility provides our...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Altoona, WI
The average cost of senior living in Altoona is $4,684 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stanley, WI with an average of $3,236 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Altoona, WI
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What families are saying about assisted living in Altoona
Recent reviews for assisted living in Altoona
Heritage at Oakwood Hills in Eau Claire, WI
4.9
Everything is a 5, except for maybe the meals, 4 since they lost their long time chef (still really good in comparison to the other 2 places they've been in!). The staff is lovely, the place is super clean (I think it's the only place in town with no current Covid outbreak!). They have been ...
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Our House Senior Living Memory Care - Chippewa Falls
5.0
They seem to be doing a pretty good job. The staff is pretty attentive, and they keep it clean. She is getting very good care, and a lot of attention. I don't get complaints about food, and when we go in it smells good. It's still pretty new, but so far, it's working out.
Oak Gardens Place in Altoona, WI
4.9
Due to expense and unhealthy conditions at another assisted living, we were in a position to find a homey, caring and clean environment where one feels accepted as well as knowing your loved one is safe.
On [date removed] Oak Gardens became [name removed] new home. On that day and forward we ...
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Altoona assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Altoona assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Altoona, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Altoona assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Altoona that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Altoona, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.9%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.2%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Altoona assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Altoona Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Altoona, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.4%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.9%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altoona assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altoona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Altoona, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Altoona assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altoona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Altoona, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
38.1%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Altoona assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Altoona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Altoona, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.6%
31.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
47.6%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.5%
25%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Altoona
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Wisconsin assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Altoona protect seniors.
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