Marvin's Manor Horicon
839 Division Street, Horicon, WI, 53032
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My grandparents were at Marvin's Manor. They loved all the staff and got excellent care...."
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Many older adults in Beaver Dam reside in assisted living communities, which provide personal care assistance, housekeeping, transport and other services. This long-term care option is for people who need daily help with activities such as meal preparation, bathing and taking medications. It's also a good choice for seniors without many social connections, as the community environment provides opportunities to make new friends and join social events. Assisted living averages $4,175 per month in Beaver Dam, compared to an average of $4,600 throughout Wisconsin and $4,500 nationally.Â
This guide compares assisted living costs in Beaver Dam with nearby locations and outlines some of the city's benefits and drawbacks. It also details forms of financial assistance for care and provides free resources for seniors.
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839 Division Street, Horicon, WI, 53032
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My grandparents were at Marvin's Manor. They loved all the staff and got excellent care...."
READ MORE222 South Bristol Street, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590
4.4
(10 reviews)
"New Perspective is glorious and aesthetically beautiful. I could live there. We observed very professional care and very high standard of cleanliness. It's very quiet, everything was impeccable, and done very nicely. Everything was very warm and invi..."
READ MORE112 Peace Lutheran Parkway, Hartford, WI, 53027
4.9
(7 reviews)
"My mother was there until she became too ill. A very caring and compassionate staff. We were blessed to have my mom there. Lots of activities, hair care and welcoming to family visitors ..."
READ MORE405 Lowville Rd., Rio, WI, 53960
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My family is so thankful and impressed with At Home again. The owner and staff truly care about the residents and provide individual care. The food is great, the activities are fun and seek to engage everyone. They even provide an in house hair salon..."
READ MORE280 Bauman St, Campbellsport, WI, 53010
5.0
(2 reviews)
228 WEST MAIN ST, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I visited this wonderful place six years ago as a part of the 'Adopt A Grandparent' program that was done with Sacred Hearts School. I had the honor of coming out once a week with the school and was blown away by the level of care provided and all t..."
READ MORE161 Goehl Road, Waterloo, WI, 53594
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Highland House Waterloo was very nice and recently renovated so the apartments were very nice. The staff was very helpful. The dining room was very clean and looked like it was well-run. The people who lived there seemed to have no complaints. They w..."
READ MORE113 Industrial Drive, Pardeeville, WI, 53954
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The Remington House Senior Care Facility is exceptional. I would highly recommend this Facility if you or a family member need an assisted living facility. Remington House has only 20 residents. It is very clean, and there is no odor. The staff is ..."
READ MORE125A Hospital Drive, Watertown, WI, 53098
4.8
(4 reviews)
"Anyone who wants proof of the existence of angels should visit Highland House. The entire staff treated my mother like a queen during her stay there. These are the most caring human beings I have ever met. We could not have found a better place fo..."
READ MORE1 Hartwig Dr, Johnson Creek, WI, 53038
4.8
(4 reviews)
"My mother has moved into The View at Johnson Creek. She can't walk very well, and she needs assistance with walking and things like that. They help her go to the bathroom. They walk them to the cafeteria to eat. They will feed them if they need to be..."
READ MORE504 Basset St, De Forest, WI, 53532
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is getting to the point where she is getting so old that she's having trouble taking care of herself. My impression of the facility was that all the workers were caring and had good knowledge of their job. I had considerable confidence in t..."
READ MORE345 E First Street, Fond Du Lac, WI, 54935
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My wife's been in St. Francis Terrace for almost a year now. It's clean, nice, they're doing their job, and it's close to where I live. Everything is fine. My wife is very happy. ..."
READ MORE401 N GRANT ST, Rosendale, WI, 54974
5.0
(1 reviews)
"At Tower View the residents are given very good care and concern. The meals are great and activities are provided for those who can participate. ..."
READ MORE31 Everett Street,, Fond Du Lac, WI, 54935
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I think St Clare Terrace is a lovely place, but it is quite pricey. It is right next to a hospital. It is very nice, and I am very interested with it, but it is quite expensive and I don't know if I can afford it. ..."
READ MORE819 Wilcox St., Waupun, WI, 53963
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father has moved into Prairie Ridge Assisted Living - Waupun. The rooms are a very nice size. They have a lot of open spaces where you can go do activities. It's just a nice and friendly atmosphere when you walk in. I think they are very on top o..."
READ MORE150 N Douglas St, Ripon, WI, 54971
4.6
(5 reviews)
"Maplecrest of Ripon has a great staff . Very caring to all residents that live there . The staff will go the extra mile for the resident + their families needs. Maplecrest has our 2 thumbs up. ..."
READ MORE110 Stuart St, Columbus, WI, 53925
4.7
(3 reviews)
"Home Again Columbus was a very nice place, well run and well kept. Both the supervisor and RN nurse were pretty good. They took us through and answered all our questions about everything we needed to know. They showed us a one-bedroom suite. The main..."
READ MORE700 Welsh Road, Watertown, WI, 53098
5.0
(1 reviews)
" With a strong history in our community and rich in local heritage, Heritage Homes is the premiere choice for those wanting to stay act..."
READ MORE550 River Rd, Columbus, WI, 53925
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I toured the facility to find a placement for my mother with dementia. The facility was clean, staff greeted me at the door and immediately answered all of my questions. I was so impressed with the professionalism of not only the administrator and ..."
READ MORE881 Liberty Boulevard, Sun Prairie, WI, 53590
4.3
(4 reviews)
"Hyland Campus was very big and it has three levels. My mom has mobility issues, so walking from one side of the campus facility to the other is a lot, especially at dinnertime. You could be pretty far from the dining room in this place. They make an ..."
READ MOREThe Wisconsin Department of Health Services regulates assisted living facilities in Beaver Dam. The department ensures providers comply with state laws governing care quality and resident safety by conducting regular inspections, investigating complaints and taking enforcement actions if violations are found.
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Monthly assisted living costs average $4,175 in Beaver Dam.
At an average cost of $4,175 per month, assisted living in Beaver Dam is $425 cheaper than the state average and $325 less expensive than the national average. However, some nearby locations are slightly more affordable, such as Wausau, which averages $4,125 monthly. Eau Claire is also comparable in cost at just $200 more than Beaver Dam. Milwaukee is one of the most expensive locations at $5,324, and Oshkosh averages $5,157.
Beaver Dam
$4,175
Wisconsin
$4,600
United States
$4,500
Wausau
$4,125
Eau Claire
$4,375
Milwaukee
$5,324
Oshkosh
$5,157
Assisted living is one of the most affordable types of care in Beaver Dam, but seniors may also want to consider other options that could fit their needs. Adult day health care is the most affordable alternative to assisted living, offering savings of up to $2,442 per month, whereas in-home care and home health care average $1,545 more than assisted living. Nursing homes are much more expensive at $7,591 for a semiprivate room but may be the best option for seniors with complicated medical needs.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$4,175
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,591
Note:Â Data for Beaver Dam was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Fond du Lac, was used instead.
Wisconsin's Family Care Program offers financial assistance to seniors in Beaver Dam and helps to provide long-term care to adults where they live, which includes in assisted living facilities.
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.
Beaver Dam 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 Beaver Dam, please visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Beaver Dam 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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Barb
3
Review of Sylvan Crossings at Hunter Ridge
I don't know if Sylvan Crossings at Hunter Ridge had apartments or not, but they showed me a studio and it was adequate. It was a large room with a large closet area and a private bathroom, but not...
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4
Review of Prairie Ridge Assisted Living
Prairie Ridge Assisted Living seemed like a nice place. It was large and all on one level. It was a small apartment that they showed me. There was a very nice meeting place or a lounge when you...
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4
Review of Sylvan Crossings at Hunter Ridge
We visited Sylvan Crossings at Hunter Ridge. I like the size of the rooms. The staff people seemed friendly, but I thought the place looked a little bit rundown. The beauty shop was very important...