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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Portage County, WI
If you’re looking for assisted living in Portage County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Portage County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Portage County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Portage County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 17 assisted living facilities in the Portage County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Stevens Point, Mosinee and Plover.
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The staff is very patient and gentle. The residents have a wide range of needs: paralysis, dementia, young people with mental deficit that require supervision,...The outdoor common area needs updating and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For family members, watching a loved one cope with the effects of Alzheimer's or other dementias can be difficult. We want to help. We conduct one-on-one counseling for families, as well as offer family training on redirection of their loved one, and can offer additional resources such as...
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Great staff! Any questions they have the answers. Food is fabulous! Activities are fun along with entertainment that comes in to. Also do mini trips with the residents. If you ask a resident if they are...
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsOur community offers a huge range of senior living care options. Each one provides fantastic care in a comfortable setting that feels just like home, and that minimizes stress for you and your loved ones. Each also provides a huge range of options for events and...
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I have had two family members who have stayed at care partners. My mom was in the assisted living building, and my dad was in memory care. The staff were amazing and provided excellent care. I was very...
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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Apartment is nice, just the right size. Meals are horrible...cooked in other building and brought over. Often cold. Salad, no salad dressing. Fruit is rare. No one seems to be in charge. Very short on staff....
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.
Willow Brooke Point Senior Living is a homelike assisted living residence located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, Portage County. Willow Brooke offers the aging adult a tranquil environment overlooking our private pond with fishing, biking, and hiking trials nearby. Our ladies and gentlemen enjoy...
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Our Dad needed care that my Mom could not provide, but she did not quite see it that way. After touring some of the fancy senior living places in town, Mom chose Wellington because it had a homey feel. 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.
Wellington Place at Whiting is a friendly assisted living community with a legacy of excellence in senior care. Independence and quality of life a are always promoted and caring, professional staff are nearby to help with activities of daily living, ensuring the comfort and safety of our...
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.
The goal at Our House Assisted Living is to create an environment that nourishes the intellectual, emotional, and physical needs of each resident. Our House provides secruity and care to seniors in their hometowns and are designed to support seniors who can no longer live alone. Respect, dignity...
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
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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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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: 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.
At North Haven, our philosophy of care is unique to Assisted Living and Memory Care. By providing the finest in personal care, supportive services, and leisure activities, we strive to create a supportive environment for older individuals who cannot live alone, but do not require nursing home...
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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.
At North Crest Assisted Living our philosophy of care is unique to Assisted Living and Memory Care. By providing the finest in personal care, supportive services, and leisure activities, we strive to create a supportive environment for older individuals who cannot live alone, but do not require...
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They have done a great job. We are very happy with them, and we don't have any concerns at this time. The place is clean, the staff is friendly, and the care is good. Our loved one is really doing great...
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 mission is to provide individualized, superior and loving care to our residents in a home setting. Our caring and dedicated staff will ensure that your loved one receives quality care with dignity and respect. At North Crest we provide care for residents with mild dementia and we promote...
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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.
At North Ridge, our philosophy of care is unique to Assisted Living and Memory Care. By providing the finest in personal care, supportive services, and leisure activities, we strive to create a supportive environment for older individuals who cannot live alone, but do not require nursing home...
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Cost of assisted living in Portage County, WI
The average cost of senior living in Portage County is $3,788 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Camelot, WI with an average of $3,481 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Portage County, WI vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Portage County, WI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Portage County, WI by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Portage County, WI
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Private income options in Wisconsin
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What families are saying about assisted living in Portage County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Portage County
Care Partners Assisted Living-Stevens Point
4.8
Started in [date removed] contacting over 10 different facilities. In [date removed] we were ready to place. Care Partners was one of the few facilities that returned calls and set up tours quickly. We toured 4 facilities and loved chose this location. A mature building nestled in a magnificent ...
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Cranberry Court Assisted Living in Wisconsin Rapids, WI
5.0
I would reccomend Cranberry Court to anyone who is looking for an assisted living for their relative or friend.
River Run Assisted Living in Wisconsin Rapids, WI
4.9
River Run Assisted Living is a wonderful and caring place. What we like the most about the community is the staff. The staff are very kind, attentive and caring to the residents. The environment is also very pleasant and we would recommend this community to other families based on our ...
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Portage County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portage County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portage County, 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 Portage County 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 Portage County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Portage County, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Portage County 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 Portage County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Portage County, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portage County 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 Portage County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portage County, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Portage County 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 Portage County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portage County, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portage County 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 Portage County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portage County, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Portage County
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 Portage County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, Sylvan Crossings of Stevens Point and River Run Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Portage County, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
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