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I absolutely adore the staff at Apple Creek! I wish I could place more of my members there but they are private pay. They have a truly GREAT facility and they treat members like family. I could not have...
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.
If you're a senior living in Appleton, Wisconsin and are seeking a place to call your own for the rest of your life, look no further than Apple Creek Place. We put your care first and ensure you feel at home in your own private living quarters, in a community staffed with friendly, caring people...
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This assisted living community has catered to everything my mom needs. What I like most about the community are the staff. They're attitude and care shows what good people they while providing her individual...
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.
Brookdale Fond du Lac is an assisted living community in the historic town of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Our community offers dedicated senior living services in a home-like community where our residents are considered family. Fond du Lac means 'bottom of the lake' in French, named for its location...
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Very welcoming. Lots of activities for the residents. [name removed] took the time to listen and follow up. She was willing to make it work.
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.
Sage Meadow Fond du Lac Suites is a life enriching assisted living community located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Located at the foot of one of the country's largest and most beautiful inland lakes, Fond du Lac is French for 'bottom of the lake,' which refers to its posturing at the bottom of Lake...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Home to active individuals 55 and better, Canal Place offers 24 income eligible apartments in one- and two- bedroom floor plans. Nestled in downtown Kaukauna, WI, Canal Place sits right at the edge of the Fox River and is within blocks of banking, shops, restaurants, and places of worship....
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What I like the most about the community is that it is quiet, near to entertainment and shopping . They shovel the snow, rake leaves and mow grass!! There is a place to plant a small garden. Yes I highly...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ridgeview Highlands is conveniently located in Appleton, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments and townhomes for Active Seniors age 55 or better with some reserved for moderate income seniors. Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the...
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The staff is good administration doesn't always communicate very well. Activities are great. Food is good. Her room is awesome. She's very happy there.
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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Help was appreciated. Help finding a good home for your loved one is just a phone call away. I recommend using a place for mom to others.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Highlands at Mahler Park is conveniently located in Neenah, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments for Active Seniors age 55 or better with some reserved for moderate income seniors. Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the convenience of...
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I was nervous about my mother moving into an assisted living facility. But, as soon as we walked into Primrose we knew it was the perfect place. The staff, the facility, the Director are top notch. They...
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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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The place was great, but my father and one other patient were the only men in the entire site. Activities and socializing were almost entirely female oriented. Thus he found it better to be in his room alone...
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.
Adelaide Place is a comfortable assisted living community located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Located at the base of one of the country’s largest inland lakes, Fond du Lac offers majestic natural views during all four seasons of the year. Fond du Lac is conveniently located a mere hour away from...
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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, 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.
If you are looking for that welcoming-homelike atmosphere, then Rosemore Village Retirement Communities is the place for you. "WE ARE FAMILY WHEN YOURS IS NOT AROUND" Rosemore Village has a wide range of care levels starting at "TOTAL INDEPENDENCE" to "COMPLETE ASSISTANCE". Our seniors recieve...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Designed for persons: 62+ Designed especially for seniors, Grace Apartments offer one-bedroom, ranch style apartment homes with great closet space, indoor mail service, off-street parking, and close to clinics and the hospital. Small pets are welcome. Save money during the winter months because...
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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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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
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.
Traditions at Westfield includes comfortable apartments, daily activities and care plans customized for each resident. We offer professional services that meet residents at their level and independence. View our comprehensive assisted living, memory care, and respite care options. Our community...
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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, 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.
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 and independent living in a personalized, home-like setting,...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Waushara County, WI

The average cost of senior living in Waushara County is $3,133 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wautoma, WI with an average of $2,181 per month.

Independent living costs in Waushara County, WI, vs. nearby counties

Waushara County, WI
$3,133/mo
$2,181/mo
$2,317/mo

Independent living costs in Waushara County, WI, vs. state and national averages

Waushara County, WI
$3,133/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Waushara County, WI, vs. other senior living options

$3,870/mo
Independent Living
$3,133/mo

Independent living costs in Waushara County, WI, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,050/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,377/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,161/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,375/mo

Senior living costs in Waushara County 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: Waushara County, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaushara County, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$3,133/mo$3,388/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$3,919/mo$4,235/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$3,870/mo$4,261/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Waushara County, WI:$3,133/mo
Wisconsin:$3,388/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Waushara County, WI:$3,919/mo
Wisconsin:$4,235/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Waushara County, WI:$3,870/mo
Wisconsin:$4,261/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Waushara County, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Waushara County 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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Independent living cost trends in Waushara County, WI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Waushara County 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
Waushara County, WI$2,084/mo$2,300/mo-9.4%
Wisconsin$2,515/mo$2,546/mo-1.2%
National$2,855/mo$2,795/mo+2.1%
Waushara County, WI
2024 average cost:$2,084/mo
2023 average cost:$2,300/mo
Percent change:-9.4%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,515/mo
2023 average cost:$2,546/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,855/mo
2023 average cost:$2,795/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Waushara County

Recent reviews for independent living in Waushara County

Wellington Place at Whiting in Stevens Point, WI

5.0
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 group dining room is brightly lit with huge windows and an indoor garden. There is a ...
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The Residence at Oshkosh

3.8
It's a very typical Assisted living place. Nice size apartments, expensive rent with cheap food served cafeteria style. Standing in line waiting for food, like school kids. The ones that are not mobile wait even longer. I would recommend but with reservations.

Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Portage

4.0
My mother is having a hard time adjusting to this community, but I do feel she is in good hands, This is a good community with kind people . The staff is kind, and trying their best to help her adjust. They have nice activities, and good meals available for the residents. They do a good job ...
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Waushara County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waushara County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waushara County, 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 Waushara County 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 Waushara County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waushara County, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.8%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
12.8%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.9%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Waushara County 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 Waushara County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waushara County, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.3%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
12.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waushara County 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 Waushara County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waushara County, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
22.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.4%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.2%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.9%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.1%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
22.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
9.6%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.4%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.2%
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The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, Landings of Kaukauna and Dimensions Living Stevens Point are the top-rated independent living facilities near Waushara County, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
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