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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Neenah, WI for 2024

 

Located on the shore of Lake Winnebago, Neenah is a charming town of 27,361 residents, where seniors represent 14% of the populace. Neenah is a thriving city with beautiful lakeside scenery, farm-to-table eateries and abundant shopping in the neighboring Fox Cities. The town hosts seasonal events bringing neighbors together for an intergenerational experience with free concerts, art shows and sports. The close-knit communities along the river provide ample access to top-notch health care and urban amenities.

Assisted living communities enable senior independence while assisting with personal care and activities of daily living. This plan of care is best suited to individuals who need some help with everyday tasks but do not require the intensive medical care provided by a nursing home. The average cost of assisted living in Neenah is $5,157 monthly, which is higher than the state and national average, but comparable to other areas in the Fox Cities.

This guide explores the pros and cons of living in Neenah, lists the costs of assisted living and other types of senior care and provides free resources to local and state agencies on aging. It also provides links and referrals to programs that can help pay for long-term care.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Neenah

The Wisconsin Department of Public Health oversees long-term care facilities, Aging and Disability Resource Centers and senior programs throughout the state. Furthermore, the Division of Quality Assurance is the regulating body responsible for licensing long-term care facilities and caregivers. The Department of Public Health maintains a searchable database of providers.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Neenah

 

  • The cost of living in Neenah is over 17% lower than the national average with an index rating of 82.5 compared to a U.S. median of 100. Retirees can benefit from savings in goods and services without sacrificing access to urban amenities. Seniors have no shortage of choices in shopping, dining and entertainment in any of the neighboring towns in the Fox Cities.
  • Neenah has a high number of physicians per capita and is served by ThedaCare Regional Medical Center, which provides access to six specialties and 24-hour emergency care. Further north in nearby Appleton, Ascension NE Wisconsin's St. Elizabeth location is a Level 3 trauma center for critical care and advanced health services.
  • Seniors can experience safe public streets, parks and events in Neenah. The crime rate is lower than the national average, with most offenses occurring as property crimes, burglary and auto theft. Non-violent property crime has sharply decreased in recent years.
  • Summer weather in Neenah is delightful, rating 9.3 on a 10-point comfort scale. The high in July averages 81 degrees, and there are 187 sunny days yearly. However, winters bring below-freezing temperatures and considerable snow best viewed indoors from a cozy fireside seat.
  • Wisconsin is a moderately tax-friendly state for seniors. The state does not tax social security income, railroad or military retirement income. However, seniors who work part-time will have wages taxed and withdrawals from retirement accounts are fully taxed.
  • The city of Neenah participates in Northern Winnebago's Dial-a-Ride transportation service. This service offers reduced-fare transportation to older adults age 60 and up within the Neenah, Menasha and Appleton areas. Service can be scheduled up to 14 days in advance for private transportation to shopping and social visits, or seniors can opt for same-day pick-up for medical appointments.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Neenah

 

Assisted living facilities in Neenah charge an average monthly rate of $5,157 for accommodations and services.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Neenah's assisted living facilities charge $5,157 per month, $557 more than the state average and $657 greater than the national median. In neighboring Appleton, the cost is similar at $5,138, while Racine has the highest rates of the area at $5,450. Compared to costs in Neenah, residents of Sheboygan pay slightly less at $4,625, while those living in Fond du Lac pay a much more affordable rate of $4,175.

Neenah

$5,157

Wisconsin

$4,600

United States

$4,500

Appleton

$5,138

Fond du Lac

$4,175

Racine

$5,450

Sheboygan

$4,625

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Neenah will need to budget $5,157 per month to live in an assisted living community and receive help with personal care and activities of daily living. Older adults living at home will pay a little more for similar services, with in-home care and home health care agencies each charging $5,339 on average. Meanwhile, individuals requiring skilled medical care in a facility staffed by 24-hour certified health care aides will incur the highest costs, paying $9,155 for a semiprivate room in a nursing home.

In-Home Care

$5,339

Home Health Care

$5,339

Assisted Living Facility

$5,157

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,155

Note: Data for Neenah was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Oshkosh, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Neenah

While the Medicaid State Plan will cover certain personal care services, seniors may have to explore other means for financial support. Wisconsin is one of only six states to use non-Medicaid state-funded programs as well as Medicaid to provide some services in a residential care setting. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Winnebago County (ARCD) offers information and assistance for seniors to explore care options.

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

Financial Assistance in Wisconsin

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Neenah

Neenah 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 Neenah, please visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Neenah

 

Neenah 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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Wisconsin

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