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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Altoona, WI

The average cost of senior living in Altoona is $3,687 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stanley, WI with an average of $3,012 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Altoona, WI vs. nearby cities

Altoona, WI
$3,687/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Altoona, WI vs. the state and national average

Altoona, WI
$3,687/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Altoona vs. other types of senior living

$4,401/mo
Independent Living
$3,687/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Altoona, WI by room type

Studio
$5,287/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,447/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,271/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Altoona over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Altoona

Recent reviews for independent living in Altoona

Heritage at Oakwood Hills in Eau Claire, WI

4.9
Everything is a 5, except for maybe the meals, 4 since they lost their long time chef (still really good in comparison to the other 2 places they've been in!). The staff is lovely, the place is super clean (I think it's the only place in town with no current Covid outbreak!). They have been ...
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HeatherWood Assisted Living and Memory Care in Eau Claire, WI

5.0
Recently my mother passed away. Her time at Heatherwood was only 4 months. During her stay her care was exceptional. The staff went over and above in her care. The management were so easy to work with. They made us all feel "at home." Would definitely recommend.

Oak Gardens Place in Altoona, WI

4.5
Value. Better pricing. Smaller facility But that's fine because my brother tends to keep to himself anyway so no need for a larger facility with more people as far as he is concerned.

Altoona independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Altoona independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Altoona, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altoona independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altoona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Altoona, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Altoona independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altoona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Altoona, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Altoona independent 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 independent living communities in Altoona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Altoona, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.1%
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