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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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A 5 for everything! I couldn't be happier with our choice. It is very warm and homelike. It always smells like grandma's home cooking. Staff are kind and attentive. They have a lot of activities. It doesn't...
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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.
Sienna Crest Assisted Living in Oregon is a beautiful small, home featuring 24 private rooms with private baths. We provide medication administration, all meals, snacks, housekeeping, laundry services, planned activities, assistance with personal cares, and wonderful 24 hour caring staff. Sienna...
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The staff is awesome. I think they are taking a good job taking care of her, she is always clean. They are very attentive to her. They always stop to visit with us, and her, when we are in the common area....
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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.
Heartsong Assisted Living is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful area of Belleville, WI. Here at Heartsong, we believe that it is important that our residents maintain an active lifestyle, we provide plenty of activities for our seniors to enjoy. Our facility has common areas in...
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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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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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The management and staff truly care about their residents and were very attentive to their well being. Communication was very open via phone calls, emails and in person. They worked well with us and hospice...
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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.
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I do not have anything negative to say about this community. The staff team make themselves available when I call if I have questions. My mother was very reluctant to go to assisted living, however they made...
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Oregon, Wisconsin is home to Main Street Quarters Assisted Living residence. According to Money magazine, the residence is located in one of the best places to live. Surrounded by historical buildings and homes, the residence is conveniently located close to downtown and only twenty minutes from...
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Cost of assisted living in Dayton, WI

The average cost of senior living in Dayton is $6,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Evansville, WI with an average of $4,595 per month.

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

Dayton, WI
$6,353/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,353/mo
$6,926/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,582/mo
Studio
$4,777/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,109/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,265/mo

Senior living costs in Dayton 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: Dayton, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDayton, WIWisconsinU.S.
Assisted Living$6,353/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,926/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,605/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Dayton, WI:$6,353/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Dayton, WI:$6,926/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Dayton, WI:$3,605/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dayton, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dayton 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 Dayton, WI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dayton 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dayton, 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%
Dayton, 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 Dayton, 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 Dayton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dayton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dayton

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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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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All Saints Assisted Living in Madison, WI

5.0
I have to say that me and my family were worried about putting our loved one in here, but this place has been wonderful. My loved one loves this place. She has gotten involved with the exercise club and some of the other activities. We just really couldn't ask for a better place. This ...
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Dayton review score based on 2,289 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 2289 reviews of 56 Dayton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dayton 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

Dayton review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Dayton, WI56 facilities
8.2
Portage, WI56 facilities
8.2
Monroe, WI56 facilities

Review subcategories for Dayton 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 2,289 reviews of 56 Dayton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dayton 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.
Dayton, 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*
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4.2
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Dayton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dayton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dayton, 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 Dayton 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 Dayton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dayton, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.9%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.5%
29.6%
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
69.7%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.2%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.3%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.4%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dayton 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 Dayton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dayton, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.3%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.9%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.4%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dayton 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 Dayton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dayton, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.6%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.6%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.1%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dayton 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 Dayton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dayton, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
37%
Room service
Room service
31.5%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dayton 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 Dayton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dayton, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
39.8%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.5%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.9%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
48%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
23.8%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dayton

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 Dayton protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Sienna Meadows - Oregon, Sienna Crest - Oregon and Heartsong Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dayton, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facility near you in Dayton, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Fitchburg. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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