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Janet
4.0
Review of The Rivers
I have moved into The Rivers Portage. We have another family member here and that is what made the decision. The food is very good. I would say the staff is 50/50. 50 percent I like, and the other...
Assisted Living Communities in Portage, WI
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Joanne
5.0
Review of Heritage House of Portage Assisted Living
We toured the Heritage House of Portage. We chose it for my mom because of the rapport that the person gave when we were there and the information that she gave us, answering any questions. We were...
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Maurice
4.0
Review of Hamilton Park Place
My visit to Hamilton Park Place was very good. I was given a tour and everything else and worked with the administrator. I met a couple of the staff, and I knew several of the other people residing...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Portage, WI and Nearby Cities
Waunakee
$5,300
Cross Plains
$4,770
Middleton
$4,500
US
$4,000
Portage
$3,731
Baraboo
$3,696
Sun Prairie
$3,655
Paying for Assisted Living in Portage
Assisted Living costs in Portage start around $3,731 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Portage and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Portage
Seniors in Portage may receive funding through the state’s Elderly and Physically Disabled program. This Medicaid waiver program helps eligible seniors pay for assisted living costs. The state may provide Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients with additional monthly funding in the form of exceptional expense payments.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted 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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Portage
Portage 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 Portage, please visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Portage
Portage-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.
