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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Darlington, WI

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If your loved one needs memory care in Darlington, A Place for Mom can help. With 117 memory care facilities in Darlington, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Darlington incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Darlington memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Darlington, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Yellowstone, The Galena Territory and Daleyville.
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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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Cost of memory care in Darlington, WI

The average cost of senior living in Darlington is $4,680 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hazel Green, WI with an average of $3,363 per month.

Memory care costs in Darlington, WI, vs. nearby cities

Darlington, WI
$4,680/mo
$4,001/mo

Memory care costs in Darlington, WI, vs. state and national averages

Darlington, WI
$4,680/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Darlington, WI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,680/mo

Memory care costs in Darlington, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,400/mo
Studio
$5,100/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,651/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,876/mo

Senior living costs in Darlington vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Darlington, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarlington, WIWisconsinU.S.
Memory Care$4,680/mo$4,260/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,584/mo$4,234/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$2,069/mo$3,387/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Darlington, WI:$4,680/mo
Wisconsin:$4,260/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Darlington, WI:$4,584/mo
Wisconsin:$4,234/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Darlington, WI:$2,069/mo
Wisconsin:$3,387/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Darlington, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Darlington and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Darlington, WI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Darlington have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Darlington, WI$7,250/mo$6,847/mo+5.9%
Wisconsin$6,918/mo$6,693/mo+3.4%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Darlington, WI
2024 average cost:$7,250/mo
2023 average cost:$6,847/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$6,918/mo
2023 average cost:$6,693/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Darlington

Recent reviews for memory care in Darlington

Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue

5.0
Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Sienna Crest - Platteville

5.0
It has been an especially good stay here. The women who assist us are very thoughtful, the food is good, things clothes and bedding are kept clean. They do a great job!

Sage Meadow Middleton

5.0
We think this place really nice. The Respite care rooms are awesome! The staff is very welcoming right from the moment we toured. Any question I had were always answered promptly and my messages were always returned! They have lots of activities Bingo Arts & Crafts that my loved one really ...
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Darlington review score based on 205 family reviews

6.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 205 reviews of 101 Darlington memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darlington review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Darlington review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Darlington, WI101 facilities
8.3
Gratiot, WI8 facilities
7.2
Shullsburg, WI84 facilities

Review subcategories for Darlington memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 205 reviews of 101 Darlington memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Darlington resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Darlington, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Darlington memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darlington memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darlington, 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 Darlington memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Darlington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Darlington, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.4%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.4%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Darlington memory care

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 Darlington Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darlington, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.8%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darlington memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Darlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darlington, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.9%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Darlington memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Darlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darlington, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.8%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
23.8%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darlington memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Darlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darlington, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
39.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.8%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.5%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.6%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.4%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.8%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.6%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Darlington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Wisconsin memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Darlington protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Fitchburg, The Ridge at Madison and Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Darlington, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 117 memory care facilities near Darlington, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Darlington, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Fitchburg. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 117 memory care facilities near you in Darlington, Wisconsin typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Darlington, Wisconsin, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Darlington, Wisconsin, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Darlington, Wisconsin ranges from $595 to $13484. The average Memory Care cost in Darlington, Wisconsin is $4,680. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Darlington, Wisconsin typically starts at $595. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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