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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Kaukauna, WI for 2024

 

Situated along the Fox River, Kaukauna, WI, is a Midwestern city home to around 17,300 residents. Over 14% of the city's population are seniors aged 65 and older. The AARP considers Kaukauna a liveable city for retirees based on its safe neighborhoods, numerous recreational offerings and quality health care. The community also has more than 450 acres of protected green space, providing residents with beautiful scenery. 


Local seniors can also benefit from the support of Kaukauna's assisted living facilities. These communities provide a safe and social environment where seniors can maintain a sense of independence while receiving help with daily tasks such as bathing, grooming, eating and medication management. Assisted living also typically includes recreational programming, daily meals, housekeeping and transportation. The average cost of assisted living facilities in Kaukauna is $5,138 per month - higher than both statewide and national average rates.


This guide outlines important factors about assisted living in Kaukauna, including cost comparisons, financial aid options, facility laws and regulations and a list of local support resources. It also includes a breakdown of the pros and cons of choosing Kaukauna as a retirement destination.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Kaukauna

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance is responsible for regulating and monitoring assisted living facilities in communities across Wisconsin, including Kaukauna. The division's Bureau of Assisted Living oversees the licensing and registration of all facilities and conducts surveys every 2 years to ensure facilities maintain compliance with state-established administrative codes, statutes and standards for operation.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Kaukauna

 

  • Kaukauna offers affordable living costs for seniors who may be on limited budgets. The city's overall cost of living falls 14% below the national average, with the largest savings evident in the categories of groceries, housing and transportation.

 

  • Compared to the average American city, Kaukauna sees low rates of crime. Measured on a scale from 1 to 100, the city earns an index rating of 9 for violent crime, which is much lower than the national average of 22.7. Property crime is also less frequent, scoring an index rating of 18.2 compared to the 35.4 national average.

 

 

  • Seniors in the city pay taxes on some forms of retirement income, including pensions, IRAs and 401(k)s. However, some older adults may qualify for a deduction of up to $5,000, depending on their level of income. Additionally, Wisconsin has no inheritance or estate tax, sees some of the lowest sales tax rates in the nation and does not tax Social Security retirement benefits.

 

  • Winters in Kaukauna can be harsh. Temperatures can drop as low as 9 degrees Fahrenheit, and the city receives an average of 45 inches of snow per year. Fortunately, assisted living facilities plan a full schedule of activities to keep seniors active and engaged, no matter the weather. Come summertime, seniors can expect much warmer temperatures and plenty of sunshine, giving them ample opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.

 

  • The Valley Transit system offers reliable fixed route and door-to-door paratransit services across the Fox Cities, including Kaukauna, and seniors 65 and older can enjoy discounted fares. Additionally, Calumet County runs a volunteer transportation service for adults aged 60 and up, which provides rides to medical appointments, errands and senior organizations in the local area.

Paying for Assisted Living in Kaukauna

 

On average, seniors in the Kaukauna area pay $5,138 for assisted living care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Local costs in Kaukauna are $538 higher than the Wisconsin state median and $638 above the national average. However, the city is less expensive than Milwaukee, where seniors pay $5,324 per month for assisted living. Care costs are even higher in Racine, where monthly rates are roughly 6% higher than in Kaukauna. In Madison, seniors can save more than $300 a month compared to what they'd pay in Kaukauna. For even more affordable care, individuals may consider Green Bay. While the two cities are relatively close geographically, Green Bay's assisted living costs are over 13% lower than those in Kaukauna.

Kaukauna

$5,138

Wisconsin

$4,600

United States

$4,500

Green Bay

$4,450

Milwaukee

$5,324

Madison

$4,800

Racine

$5,450

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

There are several other types of senior care in Kaukauna. Home care, which provides household assistance, and home health care, which includes at-home medical support, are options for seniors who wish to remain living at home. Both are about $200 more expensive per month than assisted living. Another alternative is nursing home care. These facilities, designed for individuals with medically complex conditions, offer the highest level of care and are the most expensive. Seniors who opt for these facilities pay 74% more than they do for assisted living.

In-Home Care

$5,339

Home Health Care

$5,339

Assisted Living Facility

$5,138

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,958

Note: Data for Kaukauna was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Appleton, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kaukauna

To help reduce the financial burden of the costs associated with assisted living services, seniors in Wisconsin can access assistance through both the Medicaid State Plan and non-Medicaid state-funded programs. The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ARDC) of Calumet, Outagamie and Waupaca Counties has information on the programs and options available for seniors living in Kaukauna.

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 Kaukauna

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

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kaukauna

 

Kaukauna 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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Cheryl

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Review of The Landings of Kaukauna

The Landings of Kaukauna was very nice, neat, and clean but it was a smaller place. The staff that we met during the tour was nice. It just seemed like they cared for the residents and their...

Provider response

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Randy

I visited this facility

Review of The Landings of Kaukauna

The Landings of Kaukauna was very nice. The person who gave me the tour, Diane, was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions. There were rooms attached to the main structure. Meals are...

Provider response

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Mary

I visited this facility

Review of The Landings of Kaukauna

We have a room reserved at The Landings of Kaukauna. We chose it because it's the smallest facility and that will better suit my dad's needs. The other places were phenomenal, but they're way too...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your review! We look forward to having your dad with us!

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