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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Appleton, WI for 2024

 

Appleton's 65+ community accounts for 14% of its 76,000 residents, promoting the need for flexible long-term care solutions for those with dementia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show a large increase in the number of Alzheimer's deaths in recent years. In 2020, Alzheimer's was fatal for 91 seniors in the Appleton region. This is up 44% over the number the CDC disclosed in 2016. At the beginning of this reporting period, Alzheimer's was the primary cause in 5.6% of cases. In 2020, 6.6% of deaths were linked to this disease.

Fortunately, seniors affected by Alzheimer's in Appleton have a range of dementia care resources available to them, including numerous memory care facilities. These facilities provide housing, maintenance and housekeeping services and daily meals, along with personalized care services and around-the-clock monitoring. Residents participate in familiar therapeutic activities, such as cooking and gardening, which support engagement and cognitive functioning.

This guide provides more information on dementia care in Appleton, including the cost of care, common ways residents pay for services and top resources in the region.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Appleton

The Division of Quality Assurance regulates memory care facilities in Appleton and other cities throughout Wisconsin. This agency, which is part of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, can handle facility complaints and other regulatory issues. Families may find the division's provider search particularly useful when looking for a safe memory care facility.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Appleton

 

  • Crime rates are relatively low in Appleton compared to the U.S. average. When ranked on a 100-point index, violent crimes in Appleton are rated 2.3 points lower, and property crimes are 8.3 points lower, indicating a lower frequency of offenses, which may put family members' minds at ease.
  • Appleton has relatively comfortable summers with average high temperatures of 81.1 compared to the U.S. average of 85.8. Winters tend to be much colder throughout the region, reaching lows that are 12.5 degrees less than the national average, but seniors living in memory care facilities typically spend most of their time indoors with active heating and cooling for comfort.
  • Appleton's high concentration of hospitals and medical centers may make it easier for seniors to access specialized treatments and emergency care. Some noteworthy local establishments include ThedaCare Regional Medical CenterPrevea Appleton Health Center and the Ascension NE Wisconsin critical care hospital.
  • Health care costs are slightly high in Appleton at 10.6% more than the national average, while the density of physicians is 203, which is slightly below the U.S. average of 210 per 100,000 people. However, an overall low cost of living in the city may help seniors offset the higher costs of health care.
  • Appleton's cost of living ranks at 84.2 on a 100-point index that sets the U.S. average as 100. Groceries, housing, utilities and transportation are all relatively inexpensive in the city, allowing families to budget more effectively when paying for a loved one's care.
  • Appleton is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. Member cities formulate action plans based on the Eight Domains of Livability to help plan amenities and infrastructure changes that improve inclusivity and services for seniors.
  • A competitive sales tax rate of 5% offers savings of 2.3% in Appleton compared to the national average. At 6.3%, the city's income tax rate is slightly higher than the U.S. average of 4.6%, but this may not affect all seniors.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Appleton

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

The monthly average for memory care in Appleton is $6,423.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Appleton is a somewhat expensive city for seniors requiring memory care, as the $6,423 average is higher than the Wisconsin average of $5,750 and the national figure of $5,625. Families can consider alternate locations to reduce these costs, such as Wausau, where memory care only costs $5,156, and Fond du Lac, which averages $5,219. Some of the state's most expensive cities include Racine at $6,813 and Oshkosh at $6,446.

Appleton

$6,423

Wisconsin

$5,750

United States

$5,625

Wausau

$5,156

Fond du Lac

$5,219

Racine

$6,813

Oshkosh

$6,446

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Several types of care may be suitable for seniors with an early Alzheimer's diagnosis. Families often move loved ones into higher levels of care only once symptoms demand it, which can save money and help seniors maintain their sense of independence. Assisted living is the most affordable care alternative at $5,138, and in-home care is relatively affordable at $5,339. Home health care is also $5,339, while potentially being more appropriate for seniors who have medical concerns. Nursing homes, which average $8,958, are ideal for people who need 24/7 skilled nursing.

Memory Care

$6,423

In-Home Care

$5,339

Home Health Care

$5,339

Assisted Living Facility

$5,138

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,958

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Appleton

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Wisconsin page.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Wisconsin

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Wisconsin page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Appleton

Appleton and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Appleton, please visit our Memory Care in Wisconsin page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Appleton

 

Appleton Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Wisconsin

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Susan

I visited this facility

Review of Dimensions Living Appleton

Everyone in Dimensions Living Appleton was very nice and kind. The rooms were small though and there was no in-room shower. You had to go to other places for a bath or shower. That's one thing that...

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Julie

I visited this facility

Review of Eagle Court Memory Care

We got a recommendation from a person that we had dealt with before, and we have gone with Eagle Court. My mom is moving soon. It's outstanding. It is a memory care unit. The actual apartment is...

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Memory Care

Tony

I visited this facility

Review of Dimensions Living Appleton

The staff was very personable. The facility was very nice. It was overall the best of what we saw. We went to their memory care unit, and the residents were having an activity with the staff....

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