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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Atkinson, WI for 2024

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 8 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 178 reviews provider reviews in our directory below, with assisted living earning an average star rating of 4.63 out of 5 stars in Fort Atkinson.  

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fort Atkinson

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services oversees community-based residential facilities, such as assisted living homes, in Fort Atkinson and throughout the state. As well as granting facility licenses, the department performs caregiver background checks and ensures communities comply with regulations and rules.   

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Fort Atkinson

  • In Jefferson County, each primary care doctor sees an average of 2,231 patients per year, compared with 1,255 patients per physician across the state. However, many assisted living facilities provide nursing oversight and routine wellness checks and offer visiting services from optometrists, podiatrists, dentists and audiologists.
  • Within city limits, Fort Memorial Hospital operates a 24-hour emergency room and an out-of-hours urgent care department. Clinics, such as Fort Atkinson Clinic and SSM Health Dean Medical Group, are also at hand for general issues. The wider area is home to more medical facilities, including Edgerton Hospital and Stoughton Hospital, which offer comprehensive clinical services.    
  • Fort Atkinson has lower-than-average crime rates and is safer than half of all communities across the country. Per 1,000 residents, the city has a property crime rate of 8.57, which is lower than the state and national averages of 15.35 and 19, respectively. Regarding violent crime, Fort Atkinson’s rate of 1.2 is below the state median of 3.24 and the national average of 4. 
  • For Wisconsin’s tax landscape for retirees, the state doesn’t tax Social Security benefits or military retirement pay. Pension and annuity income is typically taxed for Wisconsin residents, although exemptions apply for individuals who retired from specific systems set up before 1964. Furthermore, taxpayers aged 65 and older qualify for increased deductions and health insurance subtractions.
  • The overall cost of living in Fort Atkinson is 2% higher than the state norm but 8.1% lower than the national outlook. Groceries, transportation and housing are cheaper than in many places across the country. Single seniors in good health who pay a mortgage typically pay $35,292 yearly, 94% of the national median. For those who own a mortgage-free property, yearly living costs decrease to around $24,744, representing 101% of the national average for seniors in a comparable situation. Annual living costs for Fort Atkinson’s senior renters are about $26,436, 89% of the national median. Financial assistance programs, such as Wisconsin Medicaid’s Family Care Waiver, may lighten the cost load for seniors in assisted living.      

Paying for Assisted Living in Fort Atkinson

In Fort Atkinson, assisted living facilities charge an average monthly fee of $4,600.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Fort 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.  

Fort Atkinson

$4,600

Wisconsin

$4,600

US

$4,500

Madison

$4,800

Milwaukee

$5,324

Eau Claire

$4,375

Green Bay

$4,450

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

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.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fort Atkinson

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.

Financial Assistance in Wisconsin

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Fort Atkinson

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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fort Atkinson

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.

Laws and Regulations in Wisconsin

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Judith

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

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...

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Lisa

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

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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AMKsMOM

I visited this facility

Review of Wellington Place of Fort Atkinson

The staff at Wellington Place are so loving and caring, they go out there way to care for the residents. I feel so safe with my love one there, Thank you to all the staff at Wellington Place.

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