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READ MOREAssisted living facilities offer a midpoint between independent living and nursing home care, making them a good option for seniors who need day-to-day support as they age but who wish to retain as much autonomy as possible. Although the city’s overall cost of living is low, seniors in Appleton can expect to pay $5,138 per month for assisted living, which is higher than both the nationwide and Wisconsin medians.
This guide covers various aspects of assisted living in Appleton. It provides price comparisons with other areas and types of long-term care, a look at Appleton’s particular benefits and drawbacks for older adults, and a list of free programs and services available to support seniors in the area.
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1461 Kenwood Dr, Menasha, WI, 54952
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In Appleton, as in the rest of the state, assisted living facilities are categorized as community-based residential facilities and fall under the oversight of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The department’s Division of Quality Assurance is tasked with ensuring the well-being and safety of people living in CBRFs.
According to data reported by Genworth Financial’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living care in Appleton costs an average of $5,138 per month. This is several hundred dollars more expensive than the Wisconsin average of $4,600 and the national median of $4,500.
Appleton’s cost for assisted living is one of the highest in the state. The lowest prices are found in western Wisconsin in the La Crosse area, where assisted living costs approximately $4,263 per month. In the southeast corner of the state, Milwaukee and Racine have the highest in-state costs at $5,324 and $5,450, respectively. To the north in Green Bay, the average is $4,450.
Appleton
$5,138
Wisconsin
$4,600
The United States
$4,500
La Crosse
$4,263
Green Bay
$4,450
Milwaukee
$5,324
Racine
$5,450
Assisted living is one of several long-term care options available to area seniors. Although cost data for adult day health care isn’t available for Appleton, based on the statewide average of $1,723 per month, it’s likely the most affordable type of care in the city. Homemaker and home health aide services both cost approximately $5,339 per month. Seniors who need skilled nursing care pay the highest rates at $8,958 per month for a semiprivate room and $9,581 for private lodging.Â
Homemaker Services
$5,339
Home Health Aide
$5,339
Assisted Living Facility
$5,138
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,958
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$9,581
Appleton 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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
There are plenty of free resources for assisted-living bound seniors in Appleton. Below are some resources for seniors looking into assisted living as well as resources for those who are already there, those who want to get around town or join a social club, and even for those in need of durable medical equipment.Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Aging and Disability Resource Center of Calumet, Outagamie, and Waupaca Counties | (920) 832-5178 | This ADRC is an information hub tasked with helping Appleton's older adults access help regarding assisted living and other types of long-term care. In addition to employing elder benefits specialists who can help seniors navigate issues with Social Security and similar programs, the ADRC offers health and wellness classes for older adults. |
Make The Ride Happen | (920) 225-1719 | This nonprofit organization helps Appleton seniors get around the Fox Valley area by connecting them with existing public transportation lines and volunteer drivers. It also helps older adults apply for reduced bus fare. Per-ride donations are encouraged but not required. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 815-0015 | The Long-Term Care ombudsman operates as part of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and is responsible for investigating complaints against assisted living communities. These may include physical, mental or financial abuse, breaches of privacy and denial of services. The ombudsman can also provide advice regarding establishing powers of attorney and finding financial support for assisted living. |
Thompson Center on Lourdes | (920) 939-3088 | This local nonprofit senior center works to create social outlets and educational opportunities for Appleton adults aged 50 and over. It hosts billiards, cribbage and pickleball games as well as technology classes and informational sessions on health topics. It also houses the regional location of the state of Wisconsin's Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired, which offers adaptive equipment, rehabilitation services and legal resources for people with vision issues. |
Larsen-Winchester Lions Club Medical Equipment Loan Locker | (920) 427-3244 | Located in Larsen, about 20 minutes southwest of Appleton's city center, this Lions Club loan locker allows Outagamie County residents to check out medical equipment at no cost. Equipment includes bed pans, crutches, wheelchairs, blood pressure monitors and more. All equipment must be picked up on-site; no delivery option is available. |
South Milwaukee-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set Appleton 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.
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