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Caring Stars Winner
Charter Senior Living of Mequon
10803 North Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI 53092
"I toured this community for my mom. The apartments are spacious and have a full kitchen. Staff was very...
Assisted Living
$4,160
Assisted Living Communities in Mequon, WI
Mequon sits on the western shore of Lake Michigan and serves as a suburb of Milwaukee. Here,...
seniors spend around $6,183 per month on assisted living in 2024, with local costs exceeding the state median by nearly $700 and the national baseline by over $830. The region contains 163 assisted living communities to promote access to diverse options, including 163 in Mequon proper.
To help you make important decisions regarding long-term care, our guide includes 1270 reviews testimonials for assisted living facilities throughout Mequon. These facilities garner an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars stars.
163 Providers
Willowbrook Place
205 Green Bay Road, Thiensville, WI 53092
"Mom is in Willowbrook Place and doesn't need to move yet. They have exercise, outings, and crafts. They serve three...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$2,500
Caring Stars Winner
StoryPoint Mequon
6751 W. Mequon Road, Mequon, WI 53092
"We are residents of StoryPoint Mequon. We have found the staff to be courteous and accommodating. The residents tend to...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,851
LakeHouse Cedarburg
W56N225 McKinley Boulevard, Cedarburg, WI 53012
"LakeHouse Cedarburg was our favorite. My brother liked that there was some open space behind a place that was available...
Assisted Living
$2,700
The Right Way Family Home - 4660 Brentwood
4660 W Brentwood Court, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
The Right Way Family Home - 8011 Brentwood
8011 W Brentwood Ct, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
Ameira Orchids Assisted Living
10401 W Bradley Road, Milwaukee, WI 53224
At Ameira Orchids Assisted Living, we ensure the safety and comfort of our residents. Our home is designed to give each...
Assisted Living
$5,550
Laurel Oaks Senior Living
1700 W. Bender Road, Glendale, WI 53209
"We went to look at Laurel Oaks Senior Living. The director was not available at that time, so it was pretty much a tour...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$5,325
The Right Way Family Home - Casper
8246 W. Casper, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
Ross Family Home - Clovernook
8128 W Clovernook, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
Ross Family Homes - 7932 Bender
7932 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
The Right Way - 7927 Bender
7927 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
The Right Way Family Home - 8120 Bender
8120 W Bender Ave (#1 - #4), Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
High Point Residence Germantown South
W150 N11127 Fond du Lac Ave., Germantown, WI 53022
"We are choosing Ellen's Home of Germantown South for my husband because it seemed like a good fit for him. It was more...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,000
The Right Way Family Home - 5157 45th
5157 N. 45th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
The Right Way Family Home - 45th St
5151 N 45th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
Ross Family Homes - 105th St
6334 N 105th St, Milwaukee, WI 53225
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
Ross Family Home - 90th St
5708 N 90th St, Milwaukee, WI 53225
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,000
High Point Residence Germantown North
N113 W16358 Sylvan Cir, Germantown, WI 53022
"It's a smaller house. I think there are only 20 residents there. I was very impressed with the staff. They're very...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,800
Discovery Commons North Shore
100 W River Woods Pkwy, Glendale, WI 53212
"I toured for my husband, and the place was quite spectacular. It was very high end. It just seemed very elegant and...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$5,450
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
ReviewerFC091825A
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Mequon
We are residents of StoryPoint Mequon. We have found the staff to be courteous and accommodating. The residents tend to look out for one another and there's a sense of community here. The residents...
Provider response
Hello, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you and your husband have felt welcomed and valued in our community. It's wonderful to know that our team makes...
Assisted Living
Tricia
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Mequon
We went to StoryPoint Mequon. We really like that place. I think that would be a good fit for my mother-in-law. It seems like all the residents we met there were happy. They have plenty of people...
Provider response
Hello Tricia, Thank you for your thoughtful review! It's great to hear that you found our community to be a good fit for your mother-in-law. We're proud of our beautifully remodeled apartments...
Assisted Living
Brenda
5.0
Review of StoryPoint Mequon
I went to StoryPoint Mequon. I really liked it. What I liked most about them is that they were very friendly, and they were very hands-on with their residents. That pleased me very much because my...
Provider response
Hi Brenda, Thank you for sharing your experience at StoryPoint Mequon! We’re so happy to hear that you were impressed with how friendly and hands-on our team is with the residents. It’s wonderful...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Mequon, WI and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey records assisted living fees of approximately $6,183 per month in Mequon, which runs well above the state median of $5,500. While monthly fees in Fond du Lac run even higher at around $6,800, other cities have more economically priced care. For example, in Janesville and Madison, respective rates fall near $6,044 and $5,973.
Mequon
$6,183
Wisconsin
$5,500
The United States
$5,350
Racine
$6,100
Fond du Lac
$6,800
Janesville
$6,044
Madison
$5,973
Paying for Assisted Living in Mequon, WI
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mequon
Mequon 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.
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 Mequon, WI
Assisted living costs in Mequon come in at approximately $6,183 per month. While seniors pay considerably lower rates of roughly $4,767 for in-home care, skilled options tend to cost more. For example, home health care agencies charge around $300 more, and nursing home residents pay about $12,197 for semi-private rooms.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,483
Assisted Living Facility
$6,183
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,197
Note: Since data for Mequon is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Milwaukee, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Mequon
Seniors in Mequon and southeast Wisconsin can take advantage of various government-sponsored services designed to improve their well-being and connect them with community-based resources. Learn more about some of the most comprehensive resources below.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Ozaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center | (262) 284-8120 | The Ozaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center is a one-stop-shop for information about long-term care, senior nutrition programs, transportation and government benefits. Staff members provide one-on-one consultations to help seniors and disabled adults access appropriate services and cut through the red tape associated with applications and appeals. |
| Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources Inc. | (608) 243-5670 | GWAAR is a nonprofit government-affiliated agency that provides information about state and federal programs available to seniors, disabled adults and caregivers in Mequon and more than 70 counties and tribal areas statewide. In addition to planning for the state's future long-term care needs, it provides elder law resources, guardianship assistance, senior employment opportunities and information about preventing Medicare fraud. |
| Ozaukee County Veterans Services Office | (262) 238-8326 | Located in Port Washington, this county agency provides informational services and application assistance to help veterans and dependents qualify for local, state and federal benefits. These programs can help with medical services, transportation and long-term care. Individuals who receive a military pension may qualify for a financial supplement designed to cover the cost of personal care provided at home or in an assisted living facility. |
| Ozaukee Family Services | (262) 376-7774 | Seniors and retirees looking for a way to stay active while giving back to the community can find a variety of volunteer opportunities through Ozaukee Family Services. Mequon residents can serve as volunteer drivers or provide grocery shopping assistance. The organization also needs individuals who can perform basic household maintenance and handyman chores or are willing to volunteer at annual fundraisers and special events. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman for Ozaukee County | (800) 815-0015 | The Board on Aging and Long Term Care manages the state's Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and Medigap Helpline. The ombudsman for Ozaukee County serves current and prospective long-term care residents by providing information about assisted living facilities and residents' rights. It also accepts complaints and works with providers to resolve disputes and concerns about the quality of care. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mequon
Mequon-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.
