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Doesn't care to do activities, he's a farmer don't care but ma enjoys them. Dad comes from not much money so everything costs to him.
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.
Appreciate comfort, convenience and compassionate care at The Waterford at Park Falls in the tranquil city of Park Falls, WI. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers a vibrant lifestyle that encourages happiness and well-being through innovative recreational, educational and health...
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I cant begin to tell how wonderful this Community is. There was a change over in Management last year and boy have things IMPROVED. The director is Wonderful, she is caring, understanding and compassionate...
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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They need more help, the staff that are there are great, but they need more help with short staff . They have gone through many different administrators since we have ben there, But other than that they are...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Lakeside Villa LLC is a senior residential care home located in the very small city of Phillips, WI and in Price county. Phillips is a very small town, with less than 1500 residents in total. It is located directly over the large Long Lake and is home to the Price County Airport, offering ease of...
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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, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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: 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.
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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, 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.
Our Home Lac Du Flambeau is a secure eight bed unit designed for memory loss clients who wander. Specialized care is available which include nursing, on sight visits by a Geriatric Psychiatrist, social and recreational activities designed to stimulate cognitive abilities of the client. Meals 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.
K Care Assisted Living Apartments provides assistance in an apartment setting; twenty-four/seven care is available as needed. A pendant is provided to all clients, which will page a nurse from any location on campus. Assistance from skilled nursing care to activities of daily...
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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 considering placing your loved one in a community home, location is a primary consideration. Our Home Apartments are centrally located with access to most points of interest such as shopping, medical care facilities and other venues. Our Home Apartments is a state-of-the-art facility...

Cost of assisted living in Mellen, WI

The average cost of senior living in Mellen is $3,905 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washburn, WI with an average of $3,317 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mellen, WI vs. nearby cities

Mellen, WI
$3,905/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mellen, WI vs. the state and national average

Mellen, WI
$3,905/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mellen vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,905/mo
$3,923/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mellen, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$2,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,600/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mellen over time

Mellen, WIWI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mellen, WI

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What families are saying about assisted living in Mellen

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mellen

The Waterford at Park Falls

3.8
Mom was admitted to The Waterford at Park Falls Wisconsin last September. So far mom and her family are satisfied with her care. There were a couple of issues. But the issues were resolved quickly. It seems the staff is always smiling. The staff truly seem to enjoy their work. We would recommend ...
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VitaCare Living Hayward I

5.0
When our loved one first moved in to Care Partners/Country Terrace they were welcomed with open arms. The staff members took her around to all the residents and introduced her which was a huge plus. Based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend them to other families.

Lakeside Villa LLC in Phillips, WI

3.5
What stood out to me about this facility is that everyone is pleasant, larger size, close to home, and they said they could handle my mom's issues. Some staff is good and some staff I wonder. They offer activities. They provide housekeeping, but I don't know how often. The facility is clean, no ...
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Mellen review score based on 47 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 14 Mellen assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mellen 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

Mellen review score compared against nearby cities

6.0
Mellen, WI14 facilities
9.6
Birch Hill, WI8 facilities
9.6
Franks Field, WI8 facilities

Review subcategories for Mellen 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 47 reviews of 14 Mellen assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mellen 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.
Mellen, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
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Mellen assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mellen assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mellen, 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 Mellen 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 Mellen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mellen, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mellen 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 Mellen Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mellen, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mellen 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 Mellen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mellen, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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13%
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Availability of select dining options in Mellen 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 Mellen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mellen, WINational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mellen 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 Mellen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mellen, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
7.1%
46.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mellen

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Wisconsin assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Mellen protect seniors.

Learn about Wisconsin Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Park Falls, Lakeside Villa LLC and VitaCare Living Hayward I are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mellen, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 17 assisted living facilities near Mellen, Wisconsin. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Mellen, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Park Falls. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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