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Whitcomb Square Apartments
4929 Whitcomb Dr, Madison, WI 53711
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Assisted Living Communities in Madison, Wisconsin
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Madison, WI below include 113 Assisted Living facilities with 348 reviews. On average in Madison, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Madison, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
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Arc Maternal & Infant Program
4202 Monona Dr, Madison, WI 53716
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7601 Ganswer Way, Madison, WI 53719
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BrightStar Senior Living of Madison
6550 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711
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READ MOREChamomile Assisted Living, Ltd
22 Milo Ln, Madison, WI 53714
"Chamomile Assisted Living is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood of Madison, Wisconsin, about 15 minutes northeast of the city cente..."
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Arc- Paterson
202 N Paterson St, Madison, WI 53703
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1106 Woodland Way, Madison, WI 53711
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3122 Old Gate Rd, Madison, WI 53704
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300 Femrite Dr, Madison, WI 53716
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2875 Fish Hatchery Rd, Madison, WI 53713
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2940 Chapel Valley Rd, Madison, WI 53711
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2934 Chapel Valley Rd, Madison, WI 53711
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6913 Buckhorn Drive, Madison, WI 53718
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2842 Cimarron Trail, Units #1 & #2, Madison, WI 53719
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2009 E Dayton St, Madison, WI 53704
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Hope Haven
702 S High Point Rd, Madison, WI 53719
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5008 McKenna Rd, Madison, WI 53716
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510 N Gammon Rd, Madison, WI 53717
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Charter Senior Living of Verona
1125 N Edge Trail, Verona, WI 53593
5.0
(1 reviews)
"It was spacious. The staff was friendly, and everyone looked very content. They have an activity room, a bus that would take them to different grocery stores when necessary, and an outdoor gazebo. People can also put their own flowers outside this ti..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Madison, WI and Nearby Cities
Madison’s monthly cost of $4,800 for assisted living puts it roughly in the middle of the pack for Wisconsin. Prices are generally lower in the northern and western parts of the state, with Wausau and La Crosse both averaging under $4,300 a month. Costs spike in southeast Wisconsin, where Milwaukee averages $5,324 a month, and Racine leads the state at $5,450.
Madison
$4,800
Wisconsin
$4,600
The United States
$4,500
Wausau
$4,125
La Crosse
$4,263
Milwaukee
$5,324
Racine
$5,450
Paying for Assisted Living in Madison
According to data from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, assisted living care in Madison costs an average of $4,800 a month. That’s slightly higher than the Wisconsin average of $4,600 and the U.S. average of $4,500.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Madison
Madison 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.
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 Madison, WI
Seniors living in Madison may also choose from an array of other long-term care possibilities. The $2,019 monthly outlay for an adult day health care facility is thousands of dollars lower than that for assisted living. For approximately $500 more than assisted living, seniors may set up home-based care through homemaker or home health aide services; both average $5,339 monthly. The most intensive and most expensive care is available in nursing homes. In Madison, seniors can expect to pay about $8,851 monthly for a semiprivate room and $9,551 monthly for a private one.
Homemaker Services
$5,339
Home Health Aide
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$2,019
Assisted Living Facility
$4,800
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,851
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$9,551
Free Assisted Living Resources in Madison
Seniors living in Madison have access to an array of free resources that support older adults who choose to stay in assisted living communities. These resources are available through the work of both government agencies and private groups and include local transportation options, physical fitness programs, advice on accessing public benefits and more.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Senior Center | (608) 266-6581 | Located in the heart of the city, the Madison Senior Center aims to help older adults with maintaining cognitive health, engaging socially and creatively and staying disease-free. The center hosts nearly 3,000 events per year, including book clubs, art exhibits, live music performances and ballroom dancing classes. |
| Area Agency on Aging of Dane County  | (608) 261-9930 | This government agency is tasked with assisting adults 60 years of age and up with both short-term and long-term needs. In addition to publishing regular informational newsletters for area caregivers and seniors, it can help guide seniors through questions about accessing benefits and signing up for prescription drug programs. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman  | (800) 815-0015 | The ombudsman's role is to investigate care issues reported by residents of long-term care facilities. Family and friends may also report problems to the ombudsman. Care issues under the purview of the ombudsman can include physical abuse, financial exploitation, lack of adequate privacy and breaches of confidentiality, among others. The ombudsman can also guide seniors and families through questions about power of attorney and patients' rights regarding refusal of treatment. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Center of Dane County  | (608) 240-7400 | The ADRC's mission is to facilitate access to resources that can help older adults and those with disabilities. ADRC employees can direct Madison seniors to food delivery programs such as Meals on Wheels, alcohol and substance abuse services aimed at the unique needs of older people and social groups for seniors in the LGBTQ community. All of the ADRC's services are free of charge and carry no income requirements. |
| Wisconsin Senior Employment Program  | (608) 242-4897 | Offering job training for adults 55 years of age and older, WISE is funded by the Older Americans Act and can help Madison seniors build new skills while earning a part-time income. Job placements include senior centers, hospitals and libraries, helping older adults remain connected to peers in their community while they gain experience. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Madison
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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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William
3.0
Review of Brookdale Madison West
We toured Brookdale Madison West. It was good. I guess I would have preferred to have the place a little bit newer, and the views of the windows were not anything to look forward to. The lady who...
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Diane
4.0
Review of Charter Senior Living of Madison
My mother is at Charter Senior Living of Madison. It has been good so far. It's not a Medicaid facility. It's private. But I like the facility. I think the apartments are great. The food is really...
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Denise
5.0
Review of Charter Senior Living of Madison
I like Charter Senior Living of Madison. The atmosphere was more like an apartment living. It had a full kitchen and a patio or a deck off the unit, so I liked that. It was pretty bright and airy....
