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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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I really enjoy living at Madison Heights! The atmosphere and house is very comfortable. The staff is very nice, the other residents are great and I love the food! I would highly recommend it to others.
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.
Madison Heights Senior Community is a memory care home creatively designed to meet the challenges of Alzheimer's and other related dementia diagnosis in a residential setting. Our homes and staff help residents enjoy and savor their individuality,even as they and their loved ones cope with memory...
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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.
Madison Harbor House is a 3 house/48 bed campus. We do "Clustering" where as we can care for those with either no dementia/early stage dementia in one house and a house that is mid to early late-stage dementia, and then a house that is end-stage dementia/end of life care, so we are truly able to...
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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.
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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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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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.
Unified Adult Family Home is a spacious, bright, cheerful 4-bedroom ranch style home with (2) full bathrooms, recreation room, a beautiful living room with fireplace, a large kitchen and dining room that overlooks a large and spacious yard. Unified Adult Family Home is located two miles from...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We have had an excellent experience since my mothers move to this community. Everything is working out very well since her move here. She may not like because it is not home, but I know she is in good hands....
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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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.
Morningside Assisted Living provides quality living solutions to seniors in south central Wisconsin. Morningside offers assisted living services to seniors who want to remain independent but need extra attention and care in their day-to-day lives. Located in the charming community of...
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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.
PROVIDING THE NEXT BEST THING TO HOME The Applewood Homes are single-story assisted living residences with seniors in mind. When living at home is no longer a safe or practical option, we offer an affordable, home-like atmosphere along with the assistance sometimes needed in our later adult...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mother was there when she lived in Wisconsin it was good but it was like a 4 out of 5 compared to the place mother moved to in California. There were not nearly as many volunteers at Harbor House and 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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My mother in law was alright with it, but we never moved her stuff there because it didn't have a warm feeling and it was also harder for me to get to (I'm the primary care giver). I wasn't sold on it for...
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.
KindredHearts is built on more than 25 years of achieving excellence in meeting today's senior needs, and anticipating those of tomorrow. We are dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living, memory care and independent living in a personalized, home-like...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My father is in late stages of Alzheimer's and he is at the Serenity Homes. The value is great! That's one of the reasons we moved him there. I don't know how many bed there are, maybe 20 or 15. At this...
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.
Encore is nationally recognized for our progressive approach to Alzheimer's care, known as the Rediscovery ™ program. Distinctly different from other settings, we've created an environment that is both calming and understandable to those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Rediscovery...
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We chose Greenwood Home because many things about it were beautiful. They were able to provide adequate care and the setting of the facility. They also have pets and he was a big dog lover. The room sizes...
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.
Greenwood Home is a senior care home located in Stoughton, WI in Dane County, 20 miles south of Madison. Flags and memorabilia displayed throughout the city speak of a strong Norwegian heritage which is celebrated in a week-long festival in May of each year. Each Christmas, the residents enjoy...
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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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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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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.
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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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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Helena, WI

The average cost of senior living in Helena is $4,376 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Muscoda, WI with an average of $3,120 per month.

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

Helena, WI
$4,376/mo
$4,721/mo

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

Helena, WI
$4,376/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,376/mo
$4,470/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,952/mo
Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$4,938/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,709/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,210/mo

Senior living costs in Helena 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: Helena, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHelena, WIWisconsinU.S.
Assisted Living$4,376/mo$4,234/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,470/mo$4,260/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,771/mo$3,387/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Helena, WI:$4,376/mo
Wisconsin:$4,234/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Helena, WI:$4,470/mo
Wisconsin:$4,260/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Helena, WI:$3,771/mo
Wisconsin:$3,387/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Helena, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Helena 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
Helena, WI$5,855/mo$5,534/mo+5.8%
Wisconsin$5,258/mo$5,351/mo-1.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Helena, WI
2024 average cost:$5,855/mo
2023 average cost:$5,534/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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 Helena, WI

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What families are saying about assisted living in Helena

Recent reviews for assisted living in Helena

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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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!

Helena review score based on 278 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 278 reviews of 159 Helena assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Helena 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

Helena review score compared against nearby cities

6.9
Helena, WI159 facilities
6.9
Spring Green, WI188 facilities
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Arena, WI8 facilities

Review subcategories for Helena 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 278 reviews of 159 Helena assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Helena 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.
Helena, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
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3.7
Value for cost*
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Helena assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helena, 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 Helena 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 Helena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Helena, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.8%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.6%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Helena 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 Helena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helena, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helena 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 Helena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helena, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Helena 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 Helena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helena, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
19.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helena 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 Helena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helena, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Helena

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

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The Waterford at Fitchburg, The Ridge at Madison and New Perspective Sun Prairie are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Helena, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facility near you in Helena, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Fitchburg. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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