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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Memory Care
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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My folks have lived here for a couple years now at Springbrook assisted living in Onalaska. The food is home cooked and well balanced. There are activities for everyone. A nice heated pool for exercise....
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.
Springbrook Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the eastern outskirts of the city of Onalaska, Wisconsin. Surrounded on all sides by parks, streams, and woodland, Springbrook Assisted Living is a nature lover’s paradise. Adding to the majestic beauty of this locale,...
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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.
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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, 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.
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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, 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 Liberty Village of Adams, 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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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: 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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Cost of assisted living in Waterbury, WI

The average cost of senior living in Waterbury is $4,011 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenwood, WI with an average of $3,663 per month.

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

Waterbury, WI
$4,011/mo
$4,278/mo

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

Waterbury, WI
$4,011/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,011/mo
$4,082/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,192/mo
Studio
$4,840/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,420/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,900/mo

Senior living costs in Waterbury 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: Waterbury, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaterbury, WIWisconsinU.S.
Assisted Living$4,011/mo$4,234/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,082/mo$4,260/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,731/mo$3,387/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Waterbury, WI:$4,011/mo
Wisconsin:$4,234/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Waterbury, WI:$4,082/mo
Wisconsin:$4,260/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Waterbury, WI:$3,731/mo
Wisconsin:$3,387/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Waterbury, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Waterbury 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
Waterbury, WI$5,714/mo$5,469/mo+4.5%
Wisconsin$5,351/mo$4,841/mo+10.5%
National$5,202/mo$4,875/mo+6.7%
Waterbury, WI
2024 average cost:$5,714/mo
2023 average cost:$5,469/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$5,351/mo
2023 average cost:$4,841/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,202/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Waterbury, 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 Waterbury.

What families are saying about assisted living in Waterbury

Recent reviews for assisted living in Waterbury

Caretta Senior Living Holmen

5.0
When we came in, we were impressed by the appearance. It was welcoming and very appealing. The staff was very welcome benefit. They were at first, and still are very approachable and friendly. Our needs are met and, as I like to tell others, we are spoiled Rotten- What a blessing.

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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Waterbury review score based on 95 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 95 reviews of 64 Waterbury assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waterbury 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

Waterbury review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Waterbury, WI64 facilities
7.0
Neillsville, WI15 facilities
7.7
Merrillan, WI114 facilities

Review subcategories for Waterbury 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 95 reviews of 64 Waterbury assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Waterbury 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.
Waterbury, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.7
4.1
Care services
4.5
3.8
Staff
4.6
4.0
Meals & dining
4.2
3.6
Activities
4.3
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
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Waterbury assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterbury assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterbury, 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 Waterbury 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 Waterbury that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waterbury, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
32.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
4.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.1%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waterbury 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 Waterbury Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waterbury, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waterbury 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 Waterbury partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterbury, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
10.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterbury 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 Waterbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterbury, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterbury 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 Waterbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterbury, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
10.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Waterbury

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Colby, The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids and Rolling Meadows of Strum are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Waterbury, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 84 assisted living facilities near Waterbury, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Waterbury, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Colby. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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