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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Saint Croix County, WI for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Saint Croix County

St. Croix County, which is located in the central region of Wisconsin, is home to about 89,000 residents and a large senior community that comprises about 14 percent of the population. In this county, it's projected that nearly 11 percent of seniors who receive Medicare benefits have Alzheimer's disease or dementia. 

The region is served by the Aging and Disability Resource Center, a dementia-capable organization that serves as an advocate and support system for those with dementia and their caregivers. In addition to this, there are five memory care facilities in the St. Croix County area. In this county, as in the rest of the state, memory care services are generally provided in community-based residential facilities

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Violent crime is slightly more prevalent in St. Croix County than in the United States as a whole, but the county's property crime rate is lower than the national average. To keep residents safe, memory care facilities in this region often install surveillance cameras and alarm systems. 
  • In St. Croix County, summers are pleasant with highs around 80 degrees. Winters are generally harsh, however, with lows around 4 degrees and an average annual snowfall of 45 inches. As they're touring memory care facilities, families may want to make note of communities that offer features like individual climate control to ensure their loved ones' comfort throughout the year.
  • The cost of living in St. Croix County is about 20 percent higher than state and national averages, which may result in higher memory care expenses. Healthcare expenses are only slightly above the national average and a little lower than the state average, which may offset other living expenses.
  • Wisconsin seniors pay state income tax on income they draw from retirement savings accounts and private pensions, but Social Security benefits and income from government pensions are not taxed at the state level. This may affect how much money can be budgeted toward memory care expenses in St. Croix County. 

Paying for Memory Care in Saint Croix County

Memory Care costs in Saint Croix County start around $4,700 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Saint Croix County 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.

Counties in Wisconsin

Polk County

$7,250

US

$5,694

Washington County

$5,644

Pierce County

$5,450

Dunn County

$5,200

Ramsey County

$5,072

Barron County

$4,800

Saint Croix County

$4,700

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Saint Croix County

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

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Wisconsin page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Saint Croix County

Saint Croix County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Saint Croix County, please visit our Memory Care in Wisconsin page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Saint Croix County

Saint Croix County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.