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Oak Gardens Place
342 Twin Oak Drive, Altoona, WI 54720
4.0
(4 reviews)
"Wonderful and caring staff/team. Was an ideal home for my Mother...."
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Assisted Living Communities in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Eau Claire sits about 90 miles outside Minneapolis in the northern region of the Driftless Zone, where 39 assisted living communities accommodate seniors who need daily assistance. These facilities, including 18 within Eau Claire, charge around $5,965 per month in 2024. By comparison, seniors statewide expect to pay approximately $5,500 for care, and nationally, rates run lower at about $5,350.
To help you assess the quality of local assisted living facilities, we feature global.reviewCount} testimonials from residents and visitors in our directory and find an average satisfaction score of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
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VitaCare Living - Bloomer I
406 Priddy St., Bloomer, WI 54724
3.0
(1 reviews)
"When we got to VitaCare Living-Bloomer I, they weren't expecting us at all. The main lady wasn't there so her assistant helped us and she didn't know that much. So, we didn't get much help. She showed us around the rooms and I was disappointed in the..."
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Care Partners Assisted Living in Altoona
893 Briar Lane, Altoona, WI 54720
"Care Partners Assisted Living in Altoona (893 Briar Lane) is a 20 bed assisted living facility that offers a secure and home-like environmen..."
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VitaCare Living - Bloomer II
406 B Priddy St., Bloomer, WI 54724
"Vita Care Living Bloomer 2 (406 B Priddy Street) is a 17 bed assisted living facility that offers a secure and home-like environment for our..."
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Colfax Senior Living
110 Park Drive, Colfax, WI 54730
" At Colfax Senior Living, we offer seniors a range of choices when it comes to selecting the ideal living and care accommodation for your li..."
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Dove Healthcare Osseo
51019 Ridge View Road, Osseo, WI 54758
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We found Dove Healthcare Osseo for my mom. She moved in last month. It's everything we needed for her; it is just a little assistance. She has a nice little apartment with a living/kitchen area, a bedroom, and a bathroom. She has three meals a day, a..."
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13362 - 98th Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I chose Home Suite Home for my brother because they only have 11 residents, it's a new place, and it was the only available opening at the time. My brother's room is very nice; it is like a home. Every room opens out onto a deck on the back. The staf..."
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Chippewa Falls Comforts of Home
1224 Pumphouse Road, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Beautiful setting along the chippewa river. Assisted apartments. New memory care coming soon. No hidden fees. Great floor plans. ..."
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Our House Senior Living - Chippewa Falls Assisted Care
115 Marrs Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
4.5
(5 reviews)
"I loved coming and spending time with the residents before the covid issues. I miss spending time with them. The staff was always so nice and offered me a drink and a snack. I loved volunteering and doing activities with them. Cant wait for everythin..."
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The Classic At Hillcrest Greens
2455 Sawgrass Place, Altoona, WI 54720
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The Classic at Hillcrest Greens was absolutely beautiful. They've got a beautiful dining room, and we really liked the rooms. Even the owner was helping with the drinks, which I thought was impressive. The staff seemed to enjoy their jobs and they ca..."
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Dove Healthcare - Rutledge Home
300 Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I visited Dove Healthcare - Rutledge Home. When we were there, it was cold. It was in the wintertime, and the windows were drafty. Dove Healthcare is an older building, and I think they have redone the windows in the place, but they were nice. The pe..."
READ MOREThe Homeplace of Mondovi
158 E. Main Street, Mondovi, WI 54755
3.0
(2 reviews)
"We will move into The Homeplace at the end of August. I liked that it was nice, clean, and located near our family. They had activities and church services, too. It had a dining room with a salad bar three times a week, so that was very impressive. ..."
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Atrium Senior Living at Bloomer
1900 Priddy Street, Bloomer, WI 54724
"Atrium Senior Living of Bloomer Our Bloomer, Wisconsin senior living community is lively as they come�from baking club to exercise class to ..."
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Grace Edgewood
2512 SPOONER AVE, Altoona, WI 54720
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services ..."
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Transitus House
1830 Wheaton St, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services ..."
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Arbor Place Inc.
320 21st St N, Menomonie, WI 54751
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services ..."
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Country Terrace of Altoona
1511 Devney Dr, Altoona, WI 54720
"Assisted living facilities provide care to people who require assistance with activities of daily living. This care setting provides an inte..."
READ MOREChippewa Manor Retirement Center
756 Irvine St, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services ..."
READ MOREHetzel Care Center
1840 PRIDDY ST PO BOX 227, Bloomer, WI 54724
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Eau Claire, WI and Nearby Cities
Based on rates from the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living residents in Eau Claire incur a monthly expense of around $5,965. This price exceeds the Wisconsin median by $465 and trends higher than rates in nearby cities. For example, in Appleton, rates fall about $135 below the local median, and in Green Bay, facilities charge approximately $5,200.
Eau Claire
$5,965
Wisconsin
$5,500
The United States
$5,350
Wausau
$5,250
Green Bay
$5,200
Appleton
$5,830
Oshkosh
$5,975
Paying for Assisted Living in Eau Claire, WI
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Eau Claire
In Eau Claire, Wisconsin’s Exceptional Expense Supplement for Members of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides eligible seniors additional Social Security income that can be used to help pay for assisted living. Seniors can also utilize the Medical Assistance Personal Care program when seeking to live in an ALF with fewer than 20 tenants.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Eau Claire, WI
Assisted living costs in Eau Claire hover around $5,965 per month, offering an economical alternative to specialized care. Those who obtain private home health care services pay higher fees of roughly $6,673, and nursing home residents pay about $66,536 per month. On the other hand, seniors who choose adult day health care pay around $3,500 less.
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$2,448
Assisted Living Facility
$5,965
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$66,536
Free Assisted Living Resources in Eau Claire
There are multiple no-cost resources and services in Eau Claire for seniors. Through local government agencies, seniors can find enriching classes, workshops and volunteer opportunities. Many of these organizations advocate for seniors and caregivers to provide a positive quality of life for those in long-term care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Eau Claire County Aging and Disability Resource Center | (715) 839-4735 | Through the Eau Claire County Aging and Disability Resource Center, seniors in assisted living communities can access a variety of free local resources. There are health promotion workshops and special events, along with counseling for seniors and help with benefits. This organization also has an informative newsletter and provides counseling and services for caregivers. |
| Eau Claire Veterans Services | (715) 839-4744 | Senior veterans can get help with benefits and claims at the Eau Claire Veterans Services center. Other services include assistance with obtaining records and applying for awards and special programs. In addition, this office can connect senior vets to speaking engagement opportunities and other services and resources in the local area. |
| Eau Claire AARP | (866) 448-3611 | The Eau Claire AARP connects seniors to volunteer opportunities in the community and provides free resources such as driver safety courses and tax preparation. This organization also hosts educational workshops on various topics that relate to seniors — many of which can be attended virtually. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Eau Claire
Eau Claire-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.
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Randy
5.0
Review of Heritage at Oakwood Hills
My mom is a resident of Heritage at Oakwood Hills. What I like best is that it's a smaller one, but it's nice and quaint like that. So, it feels nice and warm and cozy. The upkeep is very good. The...
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Teri5
5.0
Review of Cambridge Senior Living - Eau Claire, WI
My mother has moved into Cambridge Senior Living - Eau Claire, WI. It's brand new, so the building is very beautiful, it's five minutes from where I live, and the staff seems very nice. What's nice...
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Teri
5.0
Review of Heritage at Oakwood Hills
Heritage at Oakwood Hills was very nice. It's small. It would have been our second choice but if there's a very bad dementia issue or needing to be lifted out of bed, then they can't do that. The...
