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

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Wood County

Wood County has about 73,000 residents and a large senior community that accounts for over 20 percent of the population. The area is served by the South Central Wisconsin Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. This organization provides support and informational resources for those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, a group which makes up almost 11 percent of Wood County seniors who receive Medicare benefits. 

Wood County is home to three memory care facilities, all of which are located in the city of Wisconsin Rapids. These facilities are officially called community-based residential facilities, and they are licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.   

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • In Wisconsin, retirees do not pay state income tax on Social Security benefits or government pensions, meaning that those who rely solely on income from these sources only pay federal income tax. Withdrawals from retirement savings accounts and disbursements from private pensions are taxed at the state level, however, which may affect how much money can be put toward memory care services in Wood County. 
  • Wood County is a very affordable place to live with an overall cost of living that is about 15 percent below the state and national averages, which may make the county a good option for seniors and families with restrictive memory care budgets. Healthcare expenses, including doctor's office visits and hospital stays, cost a little less here than elsewhere in the state and country.  
  • Summers in Wood County are pleasant with lows around 80 degrees, but winters can be harsh with lows around 6 degrees. The county receives about 50 inches of snowfall annually, which is nearly double the national average. This may impede winter travel for families visiting loved ones in local memory care facilities. 
  • The overall crime rate in Wood County is roughly on par with the national average, with the violent crime rate coming in slightly higher than the national average and the property crime rate coming in a little lower. This may appeal to families researching memory care options for loved ones in this region. 

Paying for Memory Care in Wood County

Memory Care costs in Wood County start around $5,165 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,743 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Wood 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

US

$5,743

Eau Claire County

$5,265

Wood County

$5,165

La Crosse County

$5,100

Marathon County

$4,341

Portage County

$4,172

Marquette County

$2,975

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Wood 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 Wood County

Wood 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 Wood County, please visit our Memory Care in Wisconsin page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Wood County

Wood 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Diane

I visited this facility

Review of Our House Senior Living - Wisconsin Rapids Memory Care

The rooms at Our House Senior Living - Wisconsin Rapids Memory Care were small and the room that we saw, which my mother-in-law would have gone to, the bedroom furniture was very old and scratched...

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Mary655

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Wellington Place of Biron

The rooms are very spacious, the staff I have met are very friendly and helpful, food always smells good and I see lots of joking and fun between staff and residents.

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wanttofileacomplaint

I visited this facility

Review of Wellington Place of Biron

If I could give zero stars, I would. When I called to set up a visit the receptionist sounded bored and angry, didn't give a director's name or take my name. When I showed up, there was no visible...

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