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PROVIDING THE NEXT BEST THING TO HOME The Wellington Place Homes are single-story assisted living residences with seniors in mind. When living at home is no longer a safe or practical option, we offer an affordable, home-like atmosphere along with the assistance sometimes needed in our later adult...
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Brookdale Stevens Point
5625 Sandpiper Drive, Stevens Point, WI 54481866-223-3192 for a local advisorGreat Care for Great Seniors Our community offers a huge range of senior living care options. Each one provides fantastic care in a comfortable setting that feels just like home, and that minimizes stress for you and your loved ones. Each also provides a huge range of options for events and...
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100 N. Green Avenue, Stevens Point, WI 54481866-223-3192 for a local advisorFor family members, watching a loved one cope with the effects of Alzheimer's or other dementias can be difficult. We want to help. We conduct one-on-one counseling for families, as well as offer family training on redirection of their loved one, and can offer additional resources such as...
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1800 Bluebell Ln, Stevens Point, WI 54481866-223-3192 for a local advisorWillow Brooke Point Senior Living is a homelike assisted living residence located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, Portage County. Willow Brooke offers the aging adult a tranquil environment overlooking our private pond with fishing, biking, and hiking trials nearby. Our ladies and gentlemen enjoy...
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1661 S Biron Dr, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494866-223-3192 for a local advisorPROVIDING THE NEXT BEST THING TO HOME The Wellington Place Homes are single-story assisted living residences with seniors in mind. When living at home is no longer a safe or practical option, we offer an affordable, home-like atmosphere along with the assistance sometimes needed in our later adult...
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491 N 25th St, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494866-223-3192 for a local advisorCount on thoughtful amenities and convenient services at The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers a helping hand to residents who may appreciate assistance with the activities of daily living. We provide quality care that allows seniors to remain as...
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2230 14th St S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494866-223-3192 for a local advisorBasic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs, Self...
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2941 16th Street South, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494866-223-3192 for a local advisorFor residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Wisconsin Rapids is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus snacks), a...
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3404 Community Center Drive, Weston, WI 54476866-223-3192 for a local advisorTender Reflections: Our mission is to be the preferred assisted living provider specializing in memory care, offering value and encouraging independence in a fulfilling, nurturing, safe and supportive environment that exceeds our residents expectations, enrich the lives of those we serve and employ...
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5855/5905 Delikowski St, Weston, WI 54476866-223-3192 for a local advisorCare Partners Assisted Living in Weston (5905 Delikowski Street) is a 20 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...
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4100 N Mountain Rd, Wausau, WI 54401866-223-3192 for a local advisorPROVIDING THE NEXT BEST THING TO HOME The Wellington Place Homes are single-story assisted living residences with seniors in mind. When living at home is no longer a safe or practical option, we offer an affordable, home-like atmosphere along with the assistance sometimes needed in our later adult...
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1204 W McMillan, Marshfield, WI 54449866-223-3192 for a local advisorDedicated to Good Living Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Stoney River of Marshfield community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else,...
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111 N. Bellis Street, Wausau, WI 54403866-223-3192 for a local advisorBasic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs, Self...
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380 Maple St, Birnamwood, WI 54414866-223-3192 for a local advisorCady Homes is a family owned and operated assisted living business. We have been in operation for 20 years. There are four facilities in our company but Tracy and Sally (daughter and mother) have personal contact and knowledge of all the residents and families and the everyday happenings at the...
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210 West Campus, Wausau, WI 54401866-223-3192 for a local advisorFor residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Wausau is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus snacks), a robust...
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1605 Evergreen Road, Wausau, WI 54403866-223-3192 for a local advisorWe see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care &...
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1706 Taubel Road, New London, WI 54961866-223-3192 for a local advisorKindredHearts is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living in a small, personalized home setting and an integrated approach to health care. Community is integral to the success of KindredHearts. It exists not only within the walls of our assisted living...
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76 W. Green Tree Rd., Clintonville, WI 54929866-223-3192 for a local advisorKindredHearts is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living in a small, personalized home setting and an integrated approach to health care. Community is integral to the success of KindredHearts. It exists not only within the walls of our assisted living...
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W 4088 29th Street East, Necedah, WI 54646866-223-3192 for a local advisorWe believe there is a healing quality to nature, time spent outdoors can be restorative and healing .Watching the last few rays of the setting sun, strolling along a moonlit night or just sitting breathing fresh clean air with a smell of pines. Being out in nature is one of the best prescriptions...
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497 South Lake St, Montello, WI 53949866-223-3192 for a local advisorOur family owned 2-8 bed Assisted Living homes are located in Montello, tranquility with a touch of history. One story buildings to make it easier for people with mobility issues. Our only mission is to make your loved one feel comfortable, and at home. We provide a very safe environment for your...
Learn MoreGet PricingThe Waterford at Colby
1110 N Division St, Colby, WI 54421866-223-3192 for a local advisorSurround yourself with convenience and compassion at The Waterford at Colby. Our Assisted Living community in the charming city of Colby, Wisconsin offers a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. Enjoy an array of unique amenities, including...
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145 N Cedar Street, Nekoosa, WI 54457866-223-3192 for a local advisorRetirement Community of Nekoosa is an assisted living community located in Nekoosa, WI. The city of Nekoosa is located in Wood County and is home to about 2,600 people. Nekoosa is a small city known for its local shops and stores where residents can take leisure walks in the area to run their...
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N3501 State Road 110, Weyauwega, WI 54983866-223-3192 for a local advisorStrong Haven is a residential care facility located across the street from the beautiful, historical Weyauwega lake in Weyauwega, WI. We at Strong Haven are a micro-community focused on assistive and continued care for elderly citizens. We are geared toward the needs of those with special heath...
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W 9211 County N, Neshkoro, WI 54960866-223-3192 for a local advisorOur House II is a residential care home in the lovely community of Neshkoro, WI, in Marquette County. The Neshkoro Millpond 120 passes through the town and feeds the Fox River. Just to the east of town is the expansive White River Prairie/Tamaracks State Natural Area that preserves the natural...
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500 W Washington St, New London, WI 54961866-223-3192 for a local advisorLearn MoreGet PricingCare Partners Assisted Living-Stevens Point
3349 A & B Whiting Ave, Stevens Point, WI 54481866-223-3192 for a local advisorLearn MoreGet PricingCountry Terrace Assisted Living-Stratford
808 N 3rd Ave, Stratford, WI 54484866-223-3192 for a local advisorLearn MoreGet PricingCare Partners Assisted Living-Clintonville
59 Industrial Dr, Clintonville, WI 54929866-223-3192 for a local advisorLearn MoreGet PricingCare Partners Assisted Living Hortonville
112 Harris Way, Hortonville, WI 54944866-223-3192 for a local advisorLearn MoreGet PricingCare Partners Assisted Living-Winneconne
234 S 5th St, Winneconne, WI 54986866-223-3192 for a local advisorLearn MoreGet Pricing
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Portage, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Assisted living facilities provide residential communities and health care for your loved one who need help with everyday activities such as mobility or cooking meals. Assisted living facilities frequently offer help with appointments and transit, assistance with the activities of daily life, and supervision of care. In some situations, facilities may provide hospice, nursing care, or "aging in place". Wisconsin has specific standards associated with this type of facility. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Bureau of Assisted Living, Division of Quality Assurance, regulates community-based residential facilities (CBRFs) governs this facility type. Staff members obtain training in a variety of subjects. These areas include needs assessment of prospective residents, job responsibilities, standard precautions, and reporting abuse. This type of facility is required to offer a number of services. These include activity programming for persons with dementia, health monitoring, leisure time activities, and including personal care. This facility type has a number of provisions pertaining to medication assistance. These provisions include If the medication administration is supervised by a licensed healthcare professional, the facility must ensure that these individuals coordinate the medication administration process and system, Residents may self-administer medications if they are capable, and when medication administration is not supervised by an RN, practitioner, or pharmacist, the CBRF must arrange for a pharmacist to package and label a resident's prescription medications in unit dose. Public assistance is available through The Elderly and Physically Disabled 1915(c) Waiver program, the Community Options 1915(c) Waiver program, and the Medicaid managed care 1915(b)(c) Family Care Waiver program for the aged and physically disabled.There must be one toilet for every 1 residents and one bath or shower for every 1 residents. This facility has a number of provisions concerning food and diet which include these meals must meet residents’ special dietary needs, these meals must meet the recommended dietary allowances based on current dietary guidelines for Americans, facilities must provide at least three nutritious meals a day and a nutritious snack, and therapeutic diets must be provided if ordered by a physician. Before a resident is accepted, they must go through a service plan screening to guarantee their needs are going to be met. This screening includes a number of areas of interest such as initial comprehensive mental and physical assessment, reassessments must be conducted at least annually, and when residents have a change in needs, abilities, or condition, facility must develop a temporary service plan to meet immediate needs, and the plan must specify which program services will be provided to meet the resident's needs as identified by the assessment and the frequency with which each service will be provided.
Demographics and Values
Out of the total city population, 46.4% are female and 53.6% are male. The median age of Portage is 38 years old. Out of the total population of Portage, 61.4% participate in the labor force, 7.7% do not have health insurance, 7.3% are widows, and 15.0% live in poverty. In Portage, 9.5% of the people are veterans of the United States military. Portage has a population density of 453 people per square mile. Demographically, Portage is 4.7% Hispanic, 0.9% other or not specified, 0.5% Asian, 2.8% mixed race, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.3% Native American, 4.8% black, and 89.7% white. In terms of education, 14.2% have a college degree, 4.2% have a graduate degree, and 42.4% have a high-school diploma.
Cost of Living
The overall cost of living can be a motivating factor in determining which care choice meets the needs of your family. Per month, the median rent in Portage is about $885 and the median home value in Portage is about $118,122. The rent burden for Portage is about 16.1% of the average person's monthly income.
State Information
An overview of Wisconsin
There are 138 general hospitals and 57 health centers that provide care for 5,835,165 Wisconsin residents. The three highest ranked hospitals in Wisconsin are Mayo Clinic Health System, Franciscan Medical Center, and Waukesha Memorial Hospital. Out of a national average of 100, Wisconsin has a cost of living index rating of 96, a grocery index rating of 101, and a housing index rating of 91. Based on natural beauty, Wisconsin ranks 10th in the nation. The quality of life enjoyed by the average Wisconsin citizen is ranked 11th nation-wide. Additionally, Wisconsin is ranked 14th by standards of healthcare.
Social demographics of the state
In terms of diversity, Wisconsin ranks 37th in the nation and is considered LGBTQ friendly. During the latest presidential election, 47% voted for the Republican candidate while 46% voted for the Democratic candidate. In terms of religion, 180,800% of Wisconsin residents attend religious services among the 0 different congregations that are available in the state. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-22%, Mainline Protestant-18%, and Historically Black Protestant-4%. In Wisconsin there are 6,078 masonic lodges. In Wisconsin, 31% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 40.
State-wide weather information
The average humidity across the state is 72%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 77% in the month of December. The average monthly precipitation for the state of Wisconsin is around 2.78 inches. The most precipitation occurs in June with an average of 5.51 inches of precipitation a month. On average, Wisconsin has an air quality index rating of around 39.5 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 53.2 AQI. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 68°F. The average high summer temperature is around 86°F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 46°F during the month of June. During the winter, the average temperature in Wisconsin drops to around 19°F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 35°F during the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around -2°F during the month of January. While residents of Wisconsin mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it's important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Wisconsin can include floods.
Wildlife to be found in Wisconsin
The state of Wisconsin has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of Hickory, White Pine, Leatherwood, and Moosewood. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the Water Shrew, the Mink, the Snowshoe Hare, or the Striped Skunk. The state animal of Wisconsin is the Badger.