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The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rhinelander, WI for 2024

Nestled in the woods of Wisconsin, Rhinelander is a small town with a vibrant culture and an array of forests, lakes and rivers for outdoor recreation. It's home to about 8,234 residents, with a senior population comprising 16.9%. Offering a low cost of living and minimal violent crime, the town is ideal for budget-conscious seniors seeking a safe place for long-term care. Health care is also accessible and can be found at Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital.

For personal care assistance and a maintenance-free lifestyle, seniors in Rhinelander have multiple assisted living communities to choose from. These communities provide around-the-clock staff and convenient services such as housekeeping, laundry and transportation. Planned activities and premium amenities are also offered to help residents expand their social networks. In Rhinelander, seniors pay about $4,125 per month for assisted living, which is lower than Wisconsin's statewide average of $4,600 and the national norm of $4,500, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

This guide compares assisted living costs with other senior care options and evaluates the pros and cons of living in Rhinelander. Additionally, readers can explore helpful resources designed to support older adults seeking long-term care. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Rhinelander

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance regulates and licenses assisted living communities in Rhinelander and throughout the state. It provides resources, including a consumer guide and assisted living directory, to help seniors and their families choose a safe community that meets their care needs and complies with regulations. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Rhinelander

  • Based on a 100-point index, Rhinelander's cost of living is about 10% less than Wisconsin's statewide average and 21% below the national norm, making it an affordable city for many seniors. Moving to an assisted living community can reduce expenses even further since most offer fixed monthly rates for housing, services and amenities. 
  • Rhinelander has a lower violent crime rate than the U.S. average but a higher property crime rate. Based on a 100-point index, Rhinelander ranks at 11.2 for violent crimes and 41.3 for property crimes compared to national figures of 22.7 and 35.4. Assisted living communities typically install safety features such as keypad entries and security cameras to help residents feel at ease. 
  • Rhinelander's health care prices are slightly less than national figures, and the city offers a higher-than-average number of local physicians at 366 per 100,000 population compared to the U.S. average of 210. The city is also home to Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, a 99-bed facility with a full range of services including emergency care, surgery and rehabilitative therapies. 
  • Wisconsin offers several tax benefits that are helpful for seniors. While most forms of retirement income are subject to state income taxes, Social Security is not. Additionally, legal residents of Wisconsin aged 62 and older meeting certain criteria may qualify for the homestead credit, which could provide additional funding to supplement long-term care costs. 
  • Rhinelander experiences cold winters with about 56 inches of annual snowfall, which is higher than the U.S. average of 28 inches. However, many assisted living communities provide maintenance services such as snow and ice removal to help seniors safely navigate the outdoors. Additionally, Rhinelander has warm summers with highs around 78 degrees Fahrenheit and 187 sunny days per year, allowing ample opportunities for outdoor activities. 

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Rhinelander

Seniors in Rhinelander pay an average monthly rate of $4,125 for assisted living, although fees vary depending on a community's services and amenities. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In Rhinelander, residents pay $4,125 for assisted living on average, which is about 10.3% less than Wisconsin's statewide average and 8.3% less than the national norm. It's also one of the most cost-effective assisted living options in the state. Appleton offers care for a higher monthly rate of $5,138, as does Green Bay at $4,450. Prices in Eau Claire are about $250 more than Rhinelander, while seniors in La Crosse pay 3.3% more for assisted living. 

Rhinelander

$4,125

Wisconsin

$4,600

United States

$4,500

Appleton

$5,138

Green Bay

$4,450

Eau Claire

$4,375

La Crosse

$4,263

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Rhinelander have access to multiple senior care options depending on their health needs and lifestyle preferences. For about 37% less than assisted living, older adults can access adult day health care, which provides social activities and medical monitoring for seniors needing daytime supervision. On the other hand, nursing homes are a more expensive alternative, offering 24-hour skilled medical care and supervision in a residential setting. For a semi private room, seniors pay a higher monthly rate of $9,155. 

Adult Day Health Care

$2,600

Assisted Living Facility

$4,125

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,155

Note: Data for Rhinelander was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Wausau, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Rhinelander

The SSI Exceptional Expense Supplement (SSI-E) provides funds to seniors looking to pay for ALF care in Rhinelander or other areas of Wisconsin.

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 Rhinelander

Rhinelander 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 Rhinelander, please visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Rhinelander

Rhinelander 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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Sheila

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Review of Milestone Senior Living - Rhinelander

Milestone Senior Living - Rhinelander was a very nice community, very nice people, and the accommodations were very nice. I would have no hesitation to recommend it to someone. The staff was very...

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Hi Sheila, Thank you for the review! We greatly appreciate your positive feedback and hope to see you again soon!

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Jeanne

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Review of Milestone Senior Living - Rhinelander

We went to see Milestone Senior Living this morning to look at their assisted living. It was very nice. It would be a very nice place to live. It looks nice from the outside, and everything inside....

Provider response

Hi Jeanne, Thank you for the review! We greatly appreciate your positive feedback and hope to see you again soon!

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Jeanne

I visited this facility

Review of Grace Lodge Assisted Living

Grace Lodge Assisted Living was nice. They only had a two-bedroom available, so we couldn't look at a one-bedroom, but it was a nice apartment. The lady who toured us was very helpful in answering...

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