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Photo of New Perspective West Bend
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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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The people make this facility. All are very untuned with residents. The fact that it is attached to the hospital and most medical care support is available I house makes it a major bonus. I had expected an...
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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My family and I would very highly recommend this assisted living facility to friends and family. They program is well developed and the staff is always kind and courteous to my grandmother. She really enjoys...
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.
Autumn Bay of Pewaukee Autumn Bay of Pewaukee, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, is a small, family-owned assisted living community. It provides care to a range of different residents who range from needing short-term care to long-term or memory care options. There is even a special section of the...
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My Mom had lived at High Point Residence for almost 3 years. She was happy, felt safe, enjoyed the food and on occasion, the activities. She passed away in [date removed]. At the point the caregivers, staff...
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.
Although we have been taking care of the elderly since 1993, we have two newer homes. One is located in Germantown and the other is to the North of us in Port Washington. Both homes offer large private rooms and baths. Each bathroom is equipped with a roll in shower stall with many features to...
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Lakewood Memory Care is getting a 5 STAR review from myself and siblings! The staff go above and beyond to take care of my mom! The facility is always extra clean! The STAFF are hard working and truly seem...
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.
Committed to being the leader in providing quality personal services for our residents, while honoring the experience of aging. Lakewood Alzheimer's Special Care Center offers a distinctive memory care program called Meaningful Moments which takes a holistic approach incorporating past routines...
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I like that the residents go on outings, and that staff take and share photos of the outings. Long term staff know her name and her routine. They can work on staff retention; I see new faces often, usually...
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.
At Azura, we recognize that every part of a person’s day creates a beautiful MOSAIC that when properly put together supports them to live vibrantly. Using our MOSAIC philosophy, we strive to ensure that we know how we can personalize each resident’s care and find moments of joy to enhance their...
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The staff , activities are FANTASTIC!!! EMILY & LUNA, STACY deserve stars ?? on the caregiver walk of Fame??. It's always clean, staff is so nice, I feel so welcomed!!! I looked at 13 other places. Thank...
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.
Frontida Memory Care of Elkhorn is a purpose-built home for people who have dementia. It is a secure building with delayed egress doors, on the outskirts of Elkhorn across the road from the Evergreen Golf Club. The suites are cozy and specifically designed for people with memory loss. The...
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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
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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.
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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There has been quite a bit of turnover in the management staff lately but it hasn't affected the day to day care as far as I've seen. All of the staff is very friendly and helpful.
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 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
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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.
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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Photo of Cecelia Place
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I loved the place Facility is kept very clean Staff is loving and caring Food could be better or so my Dad told me He was there 10 months and passed away [date removed] Recommend virtual reality activities...
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.
Providing the finest in independent and assisted living, Cecelia Place is for individuals who are able to live on their own and may need supportive services. Conveniently located in Pewaukee and within walking distance of over 60 retail businesses and restaurants. Four major medical clinics and...
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Photo of Azura Memory Care of Stoughton
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The staff was fantastic unfortunately I was in the transition. Where they were being bought by a different company and the staff is moving to a different location in Verona so we had new personnel and a lot...
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.
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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Staff is on the upswing as they have hired more people and are training them. In our first two weeks there, there was a major shake up. Management people were let go as well as several staff members. New...
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.
Our newest community hugs the edge of several residential neighborhoods on the growing outskirts of Waunakee. Abutted next to a preserved wooded area of the village, the community offers a natural setting in suburban Dane County. The community will mimic its sister community in Madison with its...
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My mother is still at heritage house and is doing well. I don't think she likes some of the meals but overall I still think it's a nice place. The staff seems kind and the place is well maintained. I would...
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.
Heritage of Portage is an assisted living community located in the town of Portage, Wisconsin. Portage is practically the picture of a traditional mid western small town, where school aged kids enjoy little league baseball in the spring and soccer in the fall, families gather at the park for...
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I really like the care from this community. The staff is very caring and attention. They offer a good menu and variety. The activities are very helpful to the good care. We would recommend the care and value...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
So Close to Home is a senior care home located in the beautiful city of Marshall, in Dane county. Our picturesque community is nestled in a peaceful neighborhood, not far from the Maunesha River and Converse Park. Marshall offers visiting family and friends a quaint down-home experience complete...
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There still is too much turnover in staff. Wash is not done in a timely manner... often behind. Communication with family is GREAT! The move process was good. The meals are also very good. I know it is...
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 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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My mother's experience at Faith Gardens was very short (only 3 weeks), but very positive. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. I also really liked the fact that they had a lot of staff on...
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.
At Faith Gardens we strive to provide each of our residents a caring, nurturing environment with dignified and respectful services at a special place that they are proud to call 'home'. We understand there is no greater comfort in life than being around people who care. Our team of hard working,...
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In the short amount of time that my love one was here the experience was good. The staff here seems very friendly, knowledgeable, and seems to know what they were doing.
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.
Hyland Park Assisted Living Community in Sun Prairie is different from other assisted living communities you will visit! Our warm, cozy environment is inviting to both residents and guests, and our apartments are huge! Each one of our apartments has a FULL KITCHEN, WASHER & DRYER, GAS...
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My mother is very happy with her stay at Continental manor! The facility is clean, and the staff are sure to care for her correctly. My mother also loves to participate in activities; so much that I feel...
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.
Nursing homes are many things to many people. Whatever your needs, our goal is to provide compassionate nursing care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. Individualized attention begins as soon as you are admitted, and our skilled nurses meet with you regularly to discuss...
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You will fall in love with Hyland Crossings the minute you walk in. It is one big family that cares for their residents like family. Our mother lived there her final stages of Alzheimer's. She wasn't able...
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.
Hyland Crossings, a 24-unit state-of-the-art memory care community, encourages residents to continue to live a meaningful life. It's Never Too Late (iN2L) personalized technology enables our residents to stay engaged with families, hobbies and interests while various memory stations prompt past...
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my mother (age 90) is in the independent living section but they give her a tremendous amount of assistance when she needs it. She is generally able to handle her own needs but she has periods of weakness...
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.
Located in the heart of Sun Prairie just 5 miles east of Madison, Sun Prairie Health Care Center is proud to have been a dedicated member of the Sun Prairie community for 40 years. Since our establishment in 1979, we’ve been providing all of the comforts of home in a vital, lively, downtown...
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Things have been working out very well with Faith Living Center! The facility itself is very nice looking, and always clean, and the rooms individual rooms are lovely. The staff are all very friendly, 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.
FAITH LIVING CENTER IS HERE TO ENHANCE YOUR QUALITY OF LIFE AND INDEPDENENCE. At Faith Living Center we welcome all faiths and people from all walks of life understanding that each individual is to be treated with respect and dignity. We offer a full, affordable complement of assisted living...
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We chose Prairie Gardens because it is a very local place and we actually knew some of the caretakers who worked here so it was more of a familiar feel. It is a super nice place and everyone was informative....
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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.
Prairie Gardens Assisted Living for a Better Quality of Life Offering a Lifestyle Built on the Values of Personal Care, Comfort, and Security Services & Amenities Jerry & Suzy Harbort, RN, Owners / Managers of Prairie Gardens offers an array of amenities and services designed to provide an...
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They are really very caring, all the way from the receptionist at the front desk to the administrator, they really go out of their way to help out and accommodate in any way they can. Just recently my six...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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 Homes offers a retirement community, assisted living and memory care. The retirement community has spacious one and two bedroom apartments ranging from 840 to 1144 square feet. With four unique floor plans, you are sure to find an apartment to meet your needs. Enjoy panoramic views from...
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They have great communication and think about situations like a family member does. My mom walks all the time, like 6-10miles a day and they told me they were watching her calorie intake and gives her snacks...
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.
The Legacy of DeForest, open since 2019, strives to provide each resident with a unique living environment that promotes and supports each resident's dignity, individuality, independence, self determination, privacy and choice.The community is located in a serene location in DeForest, Wisconsin,...
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Cost of assisted living in Columbus, WI

The average cost of senior living in Columbus is $6,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Berlin, WI with an average of $4,528 per month.

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

Columbus, WI
$6,407/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,407/mo
$6,897/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,237/mo
Studio
$5,003/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,132/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,343/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$6,407/mo$5,912/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,897/mo$7,405/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,589/mo$3,030/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Columbus, WI:$6,407/mo
Wisconsin:$5,912/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Columbus, WI:$6,897/mo
Wisconsin:$7,405/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Columbus, WI:$3,589/mo
Wisconsin:$3,030/mo
U.S.:$3,532/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.

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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 average 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$5,906/mo$5,839/mo+1.1%
Wisconsin$5,655/mo$5,526/mo+2.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Columbus, WI
2024 average cost:$5,906/mo
2023 average cost:$5,839/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$5,655/mo
2023 average cost:$5,526/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Columbus, WI

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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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Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Portage

4.8
Our mom has dementia and has been there a few years now. The office staff and most of the employees are very good with her. She loves the feeling of living on her own and being able to have her dear cat with her and Our House gives her that. She would like more in house friends, but seems to ...
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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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Columbus review score based on 2,299 family reviews

8.2
Review score55 facilities2299 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2299 reviews of 55 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

8.2
Columbus, WI55 facilities
8.4
Berlin, WI10 facilities
8.2
Montello, WI55 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 2,299 reviews of 55 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
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.3
Staff
4.4
4.6
Meals & dining
4.0
4.2
Activities
4.2
4.3
Value for cost*
4.0
4.3
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
62.9%
45.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.5%
29.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.8%
49.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.2%
26.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.3%
41.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.4%
46%
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*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
60.3%
44.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34%
28.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.9%
35.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.4%
12%
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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
14.6%
24%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.6%
32.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
32%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
16.5%
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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
23.1%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
37.1%
Room service
Room service
31.5%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12%
15.8%
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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
39.8%
40.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.5%
26.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
43.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
45.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.9%
36.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
31.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
33.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
40.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48%
41%
Dances
Dances
23.8%
26.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
40.2%
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

Home Again Assisted Living Columbus, The Waterford at West Bend and The Waterford at Hartford are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Columbus, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 318 assisted living facilities near Columbus, Wisconsin. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 48% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 47% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 48% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 34% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 26% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 60% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 61% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: The Waterford at West Bend, The Waterford at Hartford, and The Waterford at Fitchburg 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: The Koselig House, Sylvan Crossings of Fitchburg, and Sienna Crest - Fort Atkinson 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Home Again Assisted Living Columbus, The Waterford at West Bend, and The Waterford at Hartford 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Home Again Assisted Living Columbus, The Waterford at West Bend, and The Waterford at Hartford
The best assisted living facilities near you in Columbus, Wisconsin are Oak Hill Terrace and The Waterford at Fitchburg. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 48% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 47% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 48% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 34% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 26% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 60% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 61% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: The Waterford at West Bend, The Waterford at Hartford, and The Waterford at Fitchburg 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: The Koselig House, Sylvan Crossings of Fitchburg, and Sienna Crest - Fort Atkinson 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Home Again Assisted Living Columbus, The Waterford at West Bend, and The Waterford at Hartford 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Home Again Assisted Living Columbus, The Waterford at West Bend, and The Waterford at Hartford
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