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Photo of The Koselig House
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The Bay Harbor facility is lovely, bright and airy. The staff are sincere and caring. My husband has received excellent care and I have the support and kind understanding of the administration to assist me...
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.
The Koselig House Assisted Living and Memory CareNamed in honor of our owner's beloved Grandmother Marion, The Koselig House is the premiere provider of Assisted Living and Memory Care in DeForest, Wisconsin. Our team provides round-the-clock specialized care for seniors looking for assistance...
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The staff are amazing!! The facility is great! We would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far. The nurses and the care staff are more than we could...
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.
Home Again's newest community in Waunakee is Now Open!This beautiful new location has many new unique features like an on-site chef, in-house beauty salon, movie theater, pub and entertainment center, lounge and coffee areas, private dining rooms, gourmet kitchen, wellness center, private meeting...
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We of course, would like the cost a little less, but we understand that is the way things are these days. I would suggest them to check out Kettle Park. Our first year at Kettle Park we've been very pleased.
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.
Welcome to Kettle Park Senior LivingYou will experience the comfort and convenience of home with state of the art amenities and individualized services that are available to meet your lifestyle needs. We offer Independent Plus, Assisted Living and Memory Care services.The Norwegian heritage of...
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5's across the board. This place is amazing and my mother loves it. I'm so happy with ProHealth Regency in Brookfield. We would wholeheartedly recommend ProHealth Regency Senior Living to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
ProHealth Regency Senior Communities - Brookfield has been serving seniors in Waukesha County for nearly 30 years. Regency – Brookfield senior living apartments and assisted living facility has it all – an incredible 23-acre campus that overlooks a quiet conservancy area with walking trails and...
Photo of Brookdale Brookfield Assisted Living/Crossings
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Life long care- end of life/ hospice moving loved ones with memory issues is very difficult on them Best to move once and receive forever care Brookdale has all the necessary certifications and veteran...
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.
When you’re ready to retire your housekeeping duties and home maintenance headaches and embrace all that retirement has to offer, then our community is ready and waiting for you. We are a dynamic assisted living community in Brookfield, Wis., just a short drive to Milwaukee, that also provides...
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Always willing to answer questions. [name removed] at the front desk is amazing and so helpful always. Executive director is available most of the time. The staff are friendly and talkative with residence...
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.
A Beautiful Place to Call HomeImagine trading in your household chores and responsibilities for a lifestyle rich in quality friendships, exciting activities and personalized care. Wouldn’t that be the dream?Here at our assisted living and memory care community in Madison, Wisconsin, your dreams...
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Love the layout and rooms. Staff there is very nice, but understaffed a lot and Mom waits for showers, room cleaning once a week, being walked to dining room, especially on wknds. There is a nice variety of...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Lake View Place is ideally located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Lake Winnebago with its beautiful views, parks and wonderful waterfront restaurants is 1/2 mile to the north and the University of Wisconsin is 1/2 mile west of our community. Last year we held our 'Lunch and Learn Presentation' which...
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My Mom is very pleased with the activities she can participate in. Exercise, bingo, etc. The family appreciates the communication with the staff regarding Mom.
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.
Brook Gardens is a small community with a big heart. We are located in Lake Mills, Wisconsin about a mile east of Rock Lake. Lake Mills is a small community located between Madison and Milwaukee Wisconsin. Our cheerful staff provides hands on care based on individual needs and will go the extra...
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My Sister doesn't like a lot of the food choices and complains about how the staff is slow to respond and often can't assist her. Lots of great activities offered.
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareSeniors are “Living Life on Purpose®” at New Perspective senior living community in West Bend, Wisconsin. There are so many fun activities to take part of at our West Bend assisted living facility, whether it’s gardening in our raised bed...
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Photo of Charleston House Memory Care
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The caregivers are very good as is most of the staff. They need to hire more staff in several areas. The entire inside needs to be brightened up with a new paint job-very dark.
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.
Beaver Dam Memory Care is located on the same Campus with Beaver Dam Assisted Living.This can be helpful for a couple who is in need of Assisted Living for one person and Memory Care for the other.We encourage family participation in our community and programs. We are a secured community which...
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It's a cozy place. They make sure the residents know it's their home. We chose Sienna Meadows because of the homey feel and the manager, [name removed], was really friendly and seemed like she really likes...
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.
Sienna Meadows is an assisted living community that offers its residents quality homes and respectful services in Oregon, WI. In addition to assisted living, Sienna Meadows provides options for Alzheimer's Care in three homes located in Fort Atkinson, Mineral Point and Oregon. The decision to...
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Photo of Heritage Lake Country
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Heritage Lake Country has been GREAT! The facility itself is beautiful and well maintained. The staff all address my Mother by name, as well as asking her about events that she's involved in. She enjoys the...
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.
Heritage Lake Country in Hartland offers a wide array of community services and modern amenities. Our goal is to provide inspiration for active lifestyles, engaging the mind and spirit with an abundance of choices and social opportunities with our utmost respect. Independent, Assisted, Enhanced...
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No orientation for new residents. Such as for example fire safety. I feel it necessary to have charges itemized so people will know what they are billed for. Other businesses do so & have done for years.my...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Open since November 2016, Noel Manor Retirement Living is located in a serene setting in Verona, Wisconsin. Our mission is "taking care of our loved ones with compassion and grace." It is reflected in our core values of dignity, transparency, collaboration, and compassion.Our commitment in...
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The entire staff at Eden Vista were absolutely outstanding. All of the younger helpers were so friendly and courteous and kind to my mom. The nursing staff and management staff did everything we asked and...
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.
We are continuing to Admit New Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need.We are offering Virtual Tours of our Community via Zoom, facetime, APFM community APP and Google Duo. If you're interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual tour set up let...
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What we like the most about the community is that everyone has been so kind and helpful. Food seems to be processed and too salty for mom. Most meals she says she can't eat because of the salt.
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.
See what life can be like at Cardinal View Senior Living. From our 5-Star restaurant-style dining room to our full theater, everyday is a gift waiting to be unwrapped.We train our staff to cater to your every need, providing an experience that seamlessly blends comfort, convenience, and care. Our...
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Facility was built 10 years ago and very well kept, inside and outside. Staff is always friendly and very careful when assisting my mom.
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.
Heritage Court is providing assistance along with memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia residents in Wisconsin's perfect answer to a combination of country and city living which Waukesha County. A beautiful interior garden courtyard offers a year round look at the best that nature in the...
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Our mother was living here for a short time. She has Alzheimer's disease. She is 70 years old. The people here are very nice, and she had excellent care. Arcadia is a clean, quiet facility. However, the...
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.
Seated in a peaceful residential area, you will find Arcadia Communities of Beaver Dam Wisconsin. This beautiful community based residential facility features all the comforts of your own home. Within the community, there are sixteen bedroom suites and five deluxe bedroom suites available. Each...
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I have recently recommended others to the Charleston and they have been very pleased as well so far. I would recommend to others and thanks for the guidance from A Place for Mom.
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.
Beaver Dam Assisted Living, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, is located just a few short blocks from Beaver Dam Lake offers 80 one bedroom apartments suitable for one or two people. The community is welcome and all the residents there are proud to call it home.Residents can spend their time visiting...
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Absolutely Wonderful new Management on Board. This place has turned around here in the last few months. My mom says new staff and manager are great. They must have gotten bought out. Big Difference when you...
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.
The Cottages of Madison, in operation for more than 20 years, offers CBRF-assisted living, licensed for Alzheimer’s, dementia and related neurological diagnoses.Our warm, welcoming, secure community has the perfect balance of private and public community living space, making it quaint, functional...
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When looking for a place for my grandma I was so pleased with the Rivers. They would answer my questions, their Nurse would answer my phone calls no matter the time of day. The staff are so kind and the...
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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Photo of Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Portage
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Just want to give a shout out to [name removed] and her wonderful staff. I think one of the hardest jobs is taking care of the aged. They have done an excellent job with my Mom. It’s not just a facility....
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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Portage 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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I have lived here a year now and feel like I’m part of a big family. I really like the people, they are so caring and nice. The food is so good! [name removed] keeps me full and is great!
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.
Do more every dayLive your life to the fullest with a little help from us. If you’re looking for freedom and fun in senior living, we might be the right fit for you. Located in Middleton, Wisconsin, near Madison, you’ll have the care you need if you need it at our Assisted Living community. We...
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My mother left her home of nearly 40 years to be closer to me after her significant other passed away. We chose Reena Senior Living and I couldn't be happier with our decision. The facility is beautiful and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
NOW OPEN! Aster Retirement Community of Fort Atkinson is a brand new assisted living/independent community that will capture the spirit of city convenience and accessibility while embracing the neighborhood feel. This beautiful community will include 60, studio, one bedroom and two bedroom,...
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My sister is in the Memory Care unit. What pleasant surroundings. She is reminded to come and eat and to go to activities. She has made friends and eats with them daily. She made no friends where she was...
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.
Oakwood Village University Woods is located on Madison's west side, set on 30 acres that include a nine-acre nature preserve. It is a part of Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries, a not-for-profit, Lutheran organization established in 1948. In addition to independent living, short-term rehab and...
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Since living here, the staff here has made me feel just like family. I am healthier now. then I have ever been. All of the staff here goes above and beyond everyday. Also, thank you Emmy for giving me the...
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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Cost of assisted living in Columbus, WI

The average cost of senior living in Columbus is $4,258 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fox Lake, WI with an average of $3,403 per month.

Assisted living costs in Columbus, WI, vs. nearby cities

Columbus, WI
$4,258/mo

Assisted living costs in Columbus, WI, vs. state and national averages

Columbus, WI
$4,258/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Columbus, WI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,258/mo
$4,324/mo

Assisted living costs in Columbus, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,331/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$5,003/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,934/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,084/mo

Senior living costs in Columbus 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: Columbus, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbus, WIWisconsinU.S.
Assisted Living$4,258/mo$4,234/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,324/mo$4,260/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,367/mo$3,387/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Columbus, WI:$4,258/mo
Wisconsin:$4,234/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Columbus, WI:$4,324/mo
Wisconsin:$4,260/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Columbus, WI:$4,367/mo
Wisconsin:$3,387/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Columbus, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Columbus 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.

Columbus, WIWI stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Columbus, WI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Columbus 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
Columbus, WI$5,523/mo$5,473/mo+0.9%
Wisconsin$5,258/mo$5,351/mo-1.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Columbus, WI
2024 average cost:$5,523/mo
2023 average cost:$5,473/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$5,258/mo
2023 average cost:$5,351/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Columbus, WI

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Columbus.

What families are saying about assisted living in Columbus

Recent reviews for assisted living in Columbus

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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Spero Heritage in Watertown, WI

4.7
Heritage Homes is my choice for the place I call "home". It offers the amenities I value, such as central air conditioning, a parking garage that is easy to navigate in, craft room usage for my prized stash of craft materials, spacious living in square footage the size of a house, quiet home ...
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Milestone Senior Living Stoughton

4.0
The staff that is there are wonderful, they have done a great job given the circumstances but there is a high turnover rate outside of the day to day staff. The director is trying her best, but communication with the staff and families has started to lack. The life enrichment coordinator is ...
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Columbus review score based on 547 family reviews

7.1
Review score318 facilities547 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 547 reviews of 318 Columbus assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Columbus review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Columbus review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Columbus, WI318 facilities
7.0
Fall River, WI372 facilities
7.0
Doylestown, WI331 facilities

Review subcategories for Columbus assisted living

When assisted living 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 547 reviews of 318 Columbus assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Columbus resident and family assisted living 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.
Columbus, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Columbus assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbus assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbus, 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 Columbus 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 Columbus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.4%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.9%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Columbus 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 Columbus Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.8%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbus 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 Columbus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
28.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbus 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 Columbus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbus 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 Columbus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbus, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.9%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Columbus

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Columbus protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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