Baraboo sits along the Baraboo River and serves as the principal city of Sauk County, a region where 32 assisted living facilities provide for seniors’ daily care needs. As of 2024, assisted living costs in this region come in at around $5,973 per month, exceeding the state norm by about $500 and the national median by over $600.
To showcase the variety of amenities and services available in local facilities, we publish 77 reviews testimonials in the following directory. On average, consumers rate these facilities at 4.0 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
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1425 Hemlock Street, Sauk City, WI 53583
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Maplewood has a home like setting, and the staff was very friendly. It was convenient for my father because it was close to home. The facility is adequate. ..."
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355 Mack Drive, Reedsburg, WI 53959
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother is at Our House Senior Living, sheÂ’s happy where sheÂ’s at, itÂ’s a mile from my home, and there was a room available. ItÂ’s going great, she has three meals a day, they distribute her medicine for her, and itÂ’s very comfortable. The staff is ..."
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2605 Church St, Cross Plains, WI 53528
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S7559 US Highway 12 Apt 14B, North Freedom, WI 53951
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2876 Village Road, Portage, WI 53901
"For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Portage is the optim..."
READ MORE621 Latton Ln, Portage, WI 53901
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READ MOREE4220 Lake Rd, Hillpoint, WI 53937
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7457 Terrace Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
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READ MORE950 Prairie St, Prairie Du Sac, WI 53578
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READ MORE641 Latton Ln, Portage, WI 53901
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1001 Quinn Dr, Waunakee, WI 53597
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READ MORE225 W Franklin St, Portage, WI 53901
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READ MOREBased on the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Baraboo pay around $5,973 per month for assisted living. This price runs nearly $500 above the state norm but falls at the lower end of typical rates in the region. For example, in Racine and Milwaukee, care costs outpace local norms by about $100 or more, and in Fond du Lac, facilities charge approximately $6,800.
Baraboo
$5,973
Wisconsin
$5,500
The United States
$5,350
Janesville
$6,044
Racine
$6,100
Milwaukee
$6,183
Fond du Lac
$6,800
Baraboo seniors who are frail and low-income may be able to receive help paying for services received in assisted living through the Family Care and Personal Care programs, although the services covered are limited.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Assisted living costs in Baraboo come in near $5,973 per month. By comparison, seniors who attend adult day health care spend around $1,950, and home health care agencies charge roughly $4,385. However, nursing homes charge considerably higher fees of about $10,250 for shared units.
Home Health Care
$4,385
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$5,973
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,250
Note: Since data for Baraboo is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Madison, instead.
Baraboo residents have access to a broad range of supportive services through various nonprofit organizations and programs. Through the following resources, seniors can obtain health insurance options counseling, information and referrals for community-based services and legal assistance, which can help them make informed decisions regarding their care. Â
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Baraboo Area Senior Citizen Organization | (608) 356-8464 | The Baraboo Area Senior Citizen Organization provides social and recreational programming for those aged 50 and over. At the center, members participate in activities such as cardmaking and scrapbooking, congregate meals and book clubs. It also provides volunteer opportunities for older adults. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Center | (608) 355-3289 | The ADRC provides a single access point for community-based services and programs in Sauk County. Baraboo residents can reach out to this nonprofit organization for information and assistance with accessing health and wellness services, nutrition counseling and transportation. |
| Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources, Inc. | (608) 243-5670 | The Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources administers a range of programs to those aged 60 and over in Baraboo. Through this agency, seniors can obtain information and referrals for community-based services and options counseling to help them make informed decisions regarding their care. |
| Veterans Service Office | (608) 355-3260 | The local Veterans Service Office helps older veterans in Baraboo obtain the services and benefits they’re entitled to, including those that may help cover assisted living expenses. The office can also connect veterans with services and programs in the community, such as transportation and financial assistance. |
| Medigap Helpline | (800) 242-1060 | The statewide, toll-free Medigap Helpline provides free, impartial information regarding Medicare benefits. Baraboo residents can call the helpline for one-on-one assistance with understanding their Medicare coverage, determining if Medigap or Medicare Advantage is right for their needs and whether they qualify for Medicare Savings Programs. |
South Milwaukee-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Laurie
5.0
Review of Oak Park Place Baraboo
We have been so happy with the staff, maintenance, and facilities since my mother moved to Oak Park about seven months ago. Her assisted living apartment was freshly painted and the flooring...
Assisted Living
John
4.0
Review of Oak Park Place Baraboo
Oak Park Place Baraboo was great. We were interested in assisted living. It's picturesque. It's a very nice place. It's like walking into a much larger type of a hotel, or something in a way....
Assisted Living
EmmaL
2.0
Review of Oak Park Place Baraboo
While the main areas of the facility as well as the assisted living apartments are quite nice, the CBRF/Memory care unit falls way below what Oak Park presents to the public. Stained carpeting and...
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