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Brookdale La Crosse (AL)
3141 East Avenue South, La Crosse, WI 54601
"The staff of Sterling House of LaCrosse was helpful. It was clean and visually appealing, they seemed friendly, and the...
Assisted Living
$3,040
Assisted Living Communities in La Crosse, WI
La Crosse sits in the western region of Wisconsin along the Mississippi River. Based on 2024...
cost data, the median cost of assisted living in this city comes to $5,250 per month, offering $100 in savings over the U.S. norm and $250 over the state’s baseline rate. To promote competitive pricing, the city offers 26 assisted living facilities, and more are available nearby.
Our comprehensive directory on assisted living in La Crosse includes 117 reviews reviews of local facilities. Consumers give these facilities an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars.
26 Providers
SpringBrook Village of La Crescent
1384 County Road 25, La Crescent, MN 55947
"I was able to tour SpringBrook Village of La Crescent. The property was beautiful. The people were so kind. We stopped...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,580
Brookdale Onalaska
949 10th Avenue North, Onalaska, WI 54650
"We looked here, but that was more or a nursing home/assisted living, so that was beyond what my friend needed as this...
Assisted Living
$6,065
Caretta Holmen
2120 Staphorst Lane, Holmen, WI 54636
"My mother-in-law will move into Caretta Holmen. Becky, the manager, was very professional, warm, and friendly. The...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,800
Eagle Crest South
622 Bennora Lee Court, La Crosse, WI 54601
"My aunt lived at Eagle Crest South. She passed within the last six months, but I was there, and I got to see what they...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
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Eagle Crest Communities
2575 S 7TH ST, La Crosse, WI 54601
"We were looking for a nursing home that could provide the therapy that our mom needed after a major stroke and chose...
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The Willows
2555 7th Street South, La Crosse, WI 54601
"The staff at The Willows is very friendly, nice, and warm. It is neat and clean. It's connected to the rehab center and...
Assisted LivingLow Income Affordable
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Benedictine Living Community La Crosse
2904 E Ave South, La Crosse, WI 54601
"My b rother resides there. If I ever need such service, I would consider relocating there. THe staff turnover is...
Assisted Living
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Hillview Terrace Assisted Living
3503 Park Lane Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601
"We visited Hillview Terrace, and the rooms were pretty much what I expected. The staff were helpful. The place was...
Assisted Living
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Shelby Terrace Assisted Living
2525 Shelby Road, La Crosse, WI 54601
"Shelby Terrace Assisted Living is a very convenient location for my mom. I would say it's well-appointed with nice...
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Spring Brook Assisted Living
861 Critter Court, Onalaska, WI 54650
"My sister-in-law was in the assisted living part of Spring Brook. They did a wonderful job of taking care of her. They...
Assisted Living
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Laurel Manor
108 17th Ave S, Onalaska, WI 54650
"My mother was at Laurel Manor. We chose this because they were very accommodating and cheap. It smelled good. I was...
Assisted Living
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Eagle Crest North
351 Mason Street NW, Onalaska, WI 54650
"I was able to visit Eagle Crest and it's a very luxurious facility, but my mother did not want to go there because she...
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Pleasant Valley Seniors
W466 County Road K, Stoddard, WI 54658
"Pleasant Valley Seniors was nice. We liked that, but my mom thought it was just too far away from the rest of the...
Assisted Living
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Prairie Home Assisted Living
620 Malin Court, Holmen, WI 54636
"I went to Prairie Home, and I would have given it a 5. The tour was excellent, but it was too far from me. I liked the...
Assisted Living
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Caledonia Rehab and Retirement
425 North Badger Street, Caledonia, MN 55921
"I happened to visit Caledonia Care and Rehab Buck, once my co-worker asked me to accompany him as he wanted to see his...
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Vernon Acres Senior Living
1319 Bad Axe Court, Viroqua, WI 54665
"Vernon Acres Senior Living was very clean and brand new. The staff was very helpful. There were call buttons in every...
Assisted Living
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Creamery Creek Senior Living
1049 Chicago Avenue, Viroqua, WI 54665
"Creamery Creek Senior Living is a wonderful place. It's brand new and my mother has full care. She does not have to do...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,915
Morrow Memorial Home
331 S Water St, Sparta, WI 54656
"Marycrest was really, really nice. I like it for my husband. They showed us apartments, which were really nice. Also...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
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Sugar Loaf Senior Living
765 Menard Road, Winona, MN 55987
"My father-in-law stayed at Sugar Loaf Senior Living for nine days. It was very good and wonderful. He liked the food. "
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The Cost of Assisted Living in La Crosse, WI and Nearby Cities
According to information in the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in La Crosse pay around $5,250 monthly for assisted living. This rate tracks below the state and national respective norms of $5,500 and $5,350, and it comes in on the lower end of typical care costs in the western region of Wisconsin. For example, in Madison, rates run higher at approximately $5,973, while seniors in Janesville pay about $6,044.
La Crosse
$5,250
Wisconsin
$5,500
United States
$5,350
Eau Claire
$5,965
Wausau
$5,250
Madison
$5,973
Janesville
$6,044
Paying for Assisted Living in La Crosse, WI
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in La Crosse
Seniors in La Crosse who are looking for financial aid for assisted living may apply to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ Family Care program, which helps cover services for personal and medical care. Seniors who are eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may also apply for the Exceptional Expense Supplement, a program that provides a monthly subsidy for supportive services.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in La Crosse, WI
In La Crosse, assisted living communities charge around $5,250 per month for care. By comparison, home health care care rates run considerably lower at approximately $3,432. However, assisted living costs compare favorably to nursing home fees, which come in near $10,159 monthly for shared rooms.
Home Health Care
$3,432
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,159
Free Assisted Living Resources in La Crosse
In La Crosse, there are several charities and governmental organizations that provide assistance to seniors. Some offer community services, while others can be used to help plan long-term care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging and Disability Resource Center of La Crosse County | (800) 500-3910 | Wisconsin’s Aging and Disability Resource Centers offer supportive services to those in need. Seniors can get help assessing their care needs, finding placement in a long-term care home and accessing benefits and assistance programs to help finance their care. In addition, this organization offers wellness education such as low-impact fitness classes, chronic disease management courses and cognitive health programs. |
| Wisconsin Board on Aging and Long Term Care | (800) 815-0015 | This organization runs the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program. These volunteer ombudsmen help seniors in long-term care communities learn about their rights. They also serve as mediators to help care home residents resolve complaints and concerns about their care or treatment. |
| Legal Action Wisconsin | (608) 785-2809 | An Elder Rights Project run by this non-profit offers assistance to victims of elder abuse and fraud. In addition, this organization offers professional help with civil issues like tax disputes, housing matters and consumer issues. Seniors can also get help gaining access to health care and public benefits programs to which they have previously been denied. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in La Crosse
La Crosse-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
