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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Wausau nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Wausau, WI may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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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.
At Copperleaf Assisted Living of Marathon, our philosophy of care is unique to Assisted Living and Memory Care. By providing the finest in personal care, supportive services, and leisure activities, we strive to create a supportive environment for older individuals who cannot live alone, but do...
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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What families are saying about nursing homes in Wausau

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wausau

Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Wausau

5.0
I will never be able to convey my gratitude for [name removed], [name removed] and the entire Our House Team. The care they have shown for my loved one is unbeatable.

Applegate Terrace in Wausau, WI

5.0
What we really like about Applegate Terrace is that it's clean and comfortable and the staff are very warm and welcoming. Based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend this community to other families.

Tender Reflections of Weston

4.7
The facility and staff at Tender Reflections are wonderful! The facility is located in a beautiful setting with big windows that provide a nice view of central Wisconsin nature. The common areas are open, with clear walking paths, interactive screens and nice seating available. There are ...
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Cost of nursing homes in Wausau, WI

The average cost of senior living in Wausau is per month. Cheaper nearby regions include undefined, WI with an average of per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wausau, WI vs. nearby cities

Wausau, WI
$4,067/mo
$3,154/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wausau, WI vs. the state and national average

Wausau, WI
$4,067/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wausau vs. other types of senior living

$3,934/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,067/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Wausau, WI by room type

$5,528/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Wausau over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What are nursing homes?

Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Rehabilitation care, including physical and speech therapy
  • Mobility assistance
  • Palliative and hospice care
  • Health care services
  • Complimentary transportation
  • 24-hour care and supervision
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