Fort Atkinson, WI, lies on the Rock River and is approximately 33 miles east of Madison, the state capital. While the city offers 5 assisted living communities, the surrounding area adds 81 more. On average, Fort Atkinson’s assisted living communities charge $4,600 per month, $100 more than the nationwide figure but in line with Wisconsin’s average price.
You’ll find 200 reviews provider reviews in our directory below, with assisted living earning an average star rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in Fort Atkinson. Â
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N4901 DAM RD, Delavan, WI 53115
4.0
(4 reviews)
"My mother is in Vintage on the Ponds nursing home. The staff is very friendly, professional, and competent. The facility is older, but it's nice and the food is good...."
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325 West Cottage Grove Road, Cottage Grove, WI 53527
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My mom is in Kindred Hearts. It was at a very good price for us, it was a smaller facility and with Alzheimer's so we thought it was a really good match for her. The rooms are smaller but that's all she needs. The staff is excellent. They're very car..."
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505 Westlawn Dr, Cottage Grove, WI 53527
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We moved my husband to Cottage Grove Memory Care as a last resort because it was a place that would accept him, and the price was agreeable with me. I like the location and the setup. I'm still getting to know the staff, but I think they're sufficien..."
READ MORE2860 Liberty Lane, Janesville, WI 53545
3.7
(4 reviews)
"My dad is now at Willowick Assisted Living of Janesville. What I like most is the staff-to-resident ratio. The owners of the community are very hands-on with everybody that's involved there. It is very warm and welcoming. It's very much like walking ..."
READ MORE1305 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
3.6
(6 reviews)
"I went to Shorehaven. It was very bright and very clean. They had various programs. They had outdoor activities and activities around the lake. They had a number of pears groups inside. The rooms were very nice. They had some individual rooms. They h..."
READ MORE2027 COLONY COURT, Beloit, WI 53511
3.5
(2 reviews)
"Sun Valley Homes North assisted living facility was on our list while in the region looking at facilities for our uncle. We liked the quaint exterior, which appeared very well maintained and resembled a large, ranch style home. The grounds were nic..."
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881 Collins Rd, Jefferson, WI 53549
3.5
(2 reviews)
"While in the area, we happened upon Twin Rivers Assisted Living. We had been visiting other facilities around the region to consider for our aunt. We were glad that we didn't need an appointment to take a tour. The staff was welcoming and the outsid..."
READ MORE2255 N. Stonehedge Trail, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
3.0
(2 reviews)
"The one that I am living now is Lake Country Landing and this place is very nice. The structure is only four years old. The only thing I can complain about is they don’t let me do the stuff that I am capable to do. I can help another people a little ..."
READ MORE3024 S Bartells Dr, Beloit, WI 53511
1.5
(2 reviews)
"We chose Willowick - Beloit Campus for my father-in-law, but I don't really recommend this place. They just don't have enough people, and I don't think they have the experience that they need to take care of people in memory care. There are only thre..."
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365 Sunset Dr, Dousman, WI 53118
1.0
(1 reviews)
"I spent a week with my mother in the Assisted Living side of Three Pillars in February of 2016. There was a nurse who would stop in for vitals and always had a mask across her mouth. After seeing her come in my mom's room five days in a row I asked a..."
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2775 Kadlec Dr, Beloit, WI 53511
1.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Sun Valley East, and the room they had was very small. The bathroom was across the complex. They only provided a continental breakfast. If you wanted lunch and dinner, that had to be extra. There was only one staff member on duty when we wen..."
READ MORE1936 N Washington St, Janesville, WI 53548
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400 Hoel Ave, Stoughton, WI 53589
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READ MORE1148 BAYBERRY DR, Watertown, WI 53098
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READ MORE36225 Sunset Dr, Dousman, WI 53118
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READ MORE128 S Kranz Ave, Jefferson, WI 53549
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READ MORE750 E Racine St, Jefferson, WI 53549
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READ MORE162 Main St, Sullivan, WI 53178
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READ MORE15 State Street, Deerfield, WI 53531
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READ MORE124 Henry St, Edgerton, WI 53534
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READ MOREFort Atkinson shares the state assisted living average of $4,600. However, citywide rates run $100 higher than the national average. Eau Claire and Green Bay are more affordable destinations for assisted living than Fort Atkinson, with monthly rates lower by $225 and $150, respectively. On the other hand, Madison’s seniors pay $200 more than those in Fort Atkinson for the same type of long-term care. The average cost increases further in Milwaukee, where assisted living facilities charge $724 more than communities in Fort Atkinson. Â
Fort Atkinson
$4,600
Wisconsin
$4,600
US
$4,500
Madison
$4,800
Milwaukee
$5,324
Eau Claire
$4,375
Green Bay
$4,450
In Fort Atkinson, assisted living facilities charge an average monthly fee of $4,600.
Wisconsin’s Medicaid State Plan offers several waivers that may help seniors in Fort Atkinson cover the costs of RCACs and CBRFs. Those already receiving SSI and currently living in a facility may be eligible for a monthly subsidy from the Wisconsin Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Exceptional Expense Supplement (SSI-E) program.
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 is the most affordable senior care option in Fort Atkinson. Seniors who need 24/7 clinical oversight, rehabilitation or skilled services, such as IV therapy and wound care, pay about $9,688 for semi-private accommodation in a nursing home, $5,088 more than assisted living. Aging in place also tends to be pricier than assisted living. Home health care includes visiting care from nurses and therapists, costing almost $1,600 more than residential assisted living. In-home care aides support seniors with day-to-day tasks and personal care, attracting a monthly fee that’s $1,501 higher than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,197
Assisted Living Facility
$4,600
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,688
Note: Data for Fort Atkinson was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Janesville, was used instead.
Fort Atkinson and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Fort Atkinson, please visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Fort Atkinson Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Richard
4.0
Review of Reena Senior Living
We went to Reena Senior Living. I didn't dislike anything about it. What I liked a lot about it was the amount of space. You could have a one-bedroom, a two-bedroom or you could have a one-bedroom...
Assisted Living
Judith
5.0
Review of Reena Senior Living
My brother moved into Reena Senior Living a couple of weeks ago. It is a very nice place. The apartment is very nice, spacious, and well-equipped. The staff is very helpful, very informative, and...
Assisted Living
Lisa
5.0
Review of Reena Senior Living
My father moved into Reena Senior Living this week. We liked the people, the atmosphere, the closeness to things that he likes to do, the closeness to family, and I have friends that live there....
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