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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Columbus, WI

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Memory care in Columbus offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Columbus is about $4,472 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 339 communities, read 3440 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Reena Senior Living
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My mother left her home of nearly 40 years to be closer to me after her significant other passed away. We chose Reena Senior Living and I couldn't be happier with our decision. The facility is beautiful and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
NOW OPEN! Aster Retirement Community of Fort Atkinson is a brand new assisted living/independent community that will capture the spirit of city convenience and accessibility while embracing the neighborhood feel. This beautiful community will include 60, studio, one bedroom and two bedroom,...
Photo of Oakwood Village University Woods
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My sister is in the Memory Care unit. What pleasant surroundings. She is reminded to come and eat and to go to activities. She has made friends and eats with them daily. She made no friends where she was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Oakwood Village University Woods is located on Madison's west side, set on 30 acres that include a nine-acre nature preserve. It is a part of Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries, a not-for-profit, Lutheran organization established in 1948. In addition to independent living, short-term rehab and...
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A 5 for everything! I couldn't be happier with our choice. It is very warm and homelike. It always smells like grandma's home cooking. Staff are kind and attentive. They have a lot of activities. It doesn't...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Sienna Crest Assisted Living in Oregon is a beautiful small, home featuring 24 private rooms with private baths. We provide medication administration, all meals, snacks, housekeeping, laundry services, planned activities, assistance with personal cares, and wonderful 24 hour caring staff. Sienna...
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Since living here, the staff here has made me feel just like family. I am healthier now. then I have ever been. All of the staff here goes above and beyond everyday. Also, thank you Emmy for giving me the...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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The people are very friendly and helpful. I was told the staff would help with moving furniture etc. however they charge you. I did not like that not being upfront. Housekeeping comes in once a month and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairhaven Senior Services has much to offer! No matter what stage of life you're at or what level of care you may need, Fairhaven Senior Services can provide the help you need. If you're planning for a retirement community, please consider a move to Fairhaven. It could prove to be the best move...
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The people make this facility. All are very untuned with residents. The fact that it is attached to the hospital and most medical care support is available I house makes it a major bonus. I had expected an...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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As healthcare provider we always want to make sure that patients/residents needs are met physically, emotionally and spiritually. I am so impressed with Legacy and all the new changes that have been made to...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Dimensions Living Pewaukee West delivers a premier senior living experience in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. The community offers a serene retreat with an outdoor patio, raised garden beds, and beautifully maintained grounds. Cozy indoor common areas provide inviting gathering spaces with comfortable...
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My family and I would very highly recommend this assisted living facility to friends and family. They program is well developed and the staff is always kind and courteous to my grandmother. She really enjoys...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Autumn Bay of Pewaukee Autumn Bay of Pewaukee, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, is a small, family-owned assisted living community. It provides care to a range of different residents who range from needing short-term care to long-term or memory care options. There is even a special section of the...
Photo of Lakewood Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Lakewood Memory Care is getting a 5 STAR review from myself and siblings! The staff go above and beyond to take care of my mom! The facility is always extra clean! The STAFF are hard working and truly seem...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Committed to being the leader in providing quality personal services for our residents, while honoring the experience of aging. Lakewood Alzheimer's Special Care Center offers a distinctive memory care program called Meaningful Moments which takes a holistic approach incorporating past routines...
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All of the staff was very friendly and respectful. My mom enjoyed the food. She also enjoyed the activities and the prizes. I did notice an odor of ammonia, urine. Security was top notch, and that was a...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Frontida Memory Care of Elkhorn is a purpose-built home for people who have dementia. It is a secure building with delayed egress doors, on the outskirts of Elkhorn across the road from the Evergreen Golf Club. The suites are cozy and specifically designed for people with memory loss. The...
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Photo of Birchrock Castle
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There has been quite a bit of turnover in the management staff lately but it hasn't affected the day to day care as far as I've seen. All of the staff is very friendly and helpful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Parkside
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What we like the best is friendliness. They need to improve accessibility to the free shuttle bus. It is only available 3 days a week and some doctor appointments can't be made on those days. Also, they...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Parkside Independent and Assisted Living in De Forest, WI, is located just 10 minutes north of Madison, WI. With its rich farmland, and rolling hills, De Forest is an up and coming community that is experiencing continuous growth — making it a desirable area for families. Residents who live at...
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Overall, I am impressed with the environment and services provided, leading me to assign a top-tier rating for the support my friend [name removed] has received. It has been incredibly reassuring to observe...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At The Courtyard at Sussex, we value independence and individuality, and, as such, offer custom assisted living care options, so residents can receive as little or as much help as desired.Professional caregivers help residents with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and medication...
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My mom transferred from Story Point in Mequon to New Day in Germantown Wi. Story Point is a horrible dirty place with little care from staff that are constantly on their phones or congregating together.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Frontida Memory Care of Germantown is a purpose-built home for people who have dementia. It is a secure building on the outskirts of Germantown where you can watch turkeys and deer walk by from the living room window. The apartments are cozy and specifically designed for people with memory loss....
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My family member is suffering from later-stage dementia, but he's fully mobile. The staff at Brookdale seems very understanding, and provide [name removed] with recreational and spiritual support. It's a...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you’re looking for memory care for a loved with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia, our community in Brookfield, Wis., just a short drive from Milwaukee, provides a safe, caring environment where their dignity will remain respectfully intact. We have decades of experience to...
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It's a nice place - the regular staff are always very nice. A few CNA's were amazing! Skilled nursing. I felt comfortable having my mother in the skilled nursing program. Of course all facilities are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Oak Park Place! Located on Madison's far east side, Oak Park Place offers options beyond traditional senior living for the lifestyle you or your loved one deserve. Imagine an all-inclusive list of amenities and services that support a carefree, independent way of life for residents...
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What we like the most about the community is that everyone has been so kind and helpful. Food seems to be processed and too salty for mom. Most meals she says she can't eat because of the salt.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
See what life can be like at Cardinal View Senior Living. From our 5-Star restaurant-style dining room to our full theater, everyday is a gift waiting to be unwrapped.We train our staff to cater to your every need, providing an experience that seamlessly blends comfort, convenience, and care. Our...
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Overall, The Heights at Evansville Manor is a great place and has wonderful people, but the main complaint has been the food quality.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
One of Wisconsin's best assisted living communities, The Heights, is located in Evansville, just south of Madison. Evansville is a town filled with historic homes and brick streets. The picturesque town is filled with tree lined streets and enjoys a nearly non-existent crime rate. With over 172...
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I like that the residents go on outings, and that staff take and share photos of the outings. Long term staff know her name and her routine. They can work on staff retention; I see new faces often, usually...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Azura, we recognize that every part of a person’s day creates a beautiful MOSAIC that when properly put together supports them to live vibrantly. Using our MOSAIC philosophy, we strive to ensure that we know how we can personalize each resident’s care and find moments of joy to enhance their...
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Corporate management raised pricing on me months after everything was locked in, signed and sealed because they made a mistake which I didn’t feel I should have to pay for but I was put in a difficult...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Transforming the Culture of Memory CareProviding compassionate care begins with a secure, warm setting. When people with memory loss feel at home, they respond more positively and interact more with others.Our relationship-based care philosophy called MOSAIC recognizes each person is an...
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I was visiting my grandma from out of town two weeks ago. I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and beautiful the facility (her HOME) was! She was genuinely happy and says she is treated with love,...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Lilac Springs, located in picturesque Lake Mills WI, is a brand new Assisted Living Community licensed by the State of Wisconsin. The attentive and professional staff recognizes the challenges of aging and is dedicated to assisting residents with exceptional service and encouraging an...
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It has been a great experience. The staff and Administration are fantastic and always ready to help. It is such a homey environment nestled in the hill amongst the country view! I have been to bigger...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Milestone Senior Living is an assisted living community located in the scenic town of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin. Our community is located in a quiet setting, very close to residential neighborhoods but surrounded by the beauty of nature. Our well-manicured lawns and towering trees give...
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My mother's experience at Faith Gardens was very short (only 3 weeks), but very positive. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. I also really liked the fact that they had a lot of staff on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Faith Gardens we strive to provide each of our residents a caring, nurturing environment with dignified and respectful services at a special place that they are proud to call 'home'. We understand there is no greater comfort in life than being around people who care. Our team of hard working,...
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In the short amount of time that my love one was here the experience was good. The staff here seems very friendly, knowledgeable, and seems to know what they were doing.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hyland Park Assisted Living Community in Sun Prairie is different from other assisted living communities you will visit! Our warm, cozy environment is inviting to both residents and guests, and our apartments are huge! Each one of our apartments has a FULL KITCHEN, WASHER & DRYER, GAS...
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My mother is very happy with her stay at Continental manor! The facility is clean, and the staff are sure to care for her correctly. My mother also loves to participate in activities; so much that I feel...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing homes are many things to many people. Whatever your needs, our goal is to provide compassionate nursing care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. Individualized attention begins as soon as you are admitted, and our skilled nurses meet with you regularly to discuss...

Cost of memory care in Columbus, WI

The average cost of senior living in Columbus is $4,472 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cambria, WI with an average of $3,773 per month.

Memory care costs in Columbus, WI, vs. nearby cities

Columbus, WI
$4,472/mo

Memory care costs in Columbus, WI, vs. state and national averages

Columbus, WI
$4,472/mo
U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

Memory care costs in Columbus, WI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,472/mo

Memory care costs in Columbus, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,176/mo
Studio
$6,060/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,933/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,000/mo

Senior living costs in Columbus vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Columbus, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeColumbus, WIWisconsinU.S.
Memory Care$4,472/mo$4,455/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$4,263/mo$4,424/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$4,516/mo$3,567/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
Columbus, WI:$4,472/mo
Wisconsin:$4,455/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
Columbus, WI:$4,263/mo
Wisconsin:$4,424/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
Columbus, WI:$4,516/mo
Wisconsin:$3,567/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Memory care costs in Columbus, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Columbus and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Columbus, WI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Columbus have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Columbus, WI$7,070/mo$6,621/mo+6.8%
Wisconsin$6,908/mo$6,649/mo+3.9%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Columbus, WI
2024 average cost:$7,070/mo
2023 average cost:$6,621/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$6,908/mo
2023 average cost:$6,649/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Columbus

Recent reviews for memory care in Columbus

Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue

5.0
Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Heritage Lake Country in Hartland, WI

4.0
We chose this community for my mom so she can be as independent as possible. When she needs help the staff is great. They have lots of activities that she enjoys doing like the exercise classes, cooking classes they go out on field-trips and have movie nights. She eats well and balanced. ...
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Spero Heritage in Watertown, WI

4.7
Heritage Homes is my choice for the place I call "home". It offers the amenities I value, such as central air conditioning, a parking garage that is easy to navigate in, craft room usage for my prized stash of craft materials, spacious living in square footage the size of a house, quiet home ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and friendless staff members. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the compassionate and warm nature of the staff at various senior living communities. For instance, at Dimensions Living Oconomowoc, residents and their families praise the kindness and patience of the caregivers towards their loved ones. At Oak Park P ...
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Diverse range of activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered by different communities. At High Point Residence Germantown South, residents enjoy activities like happy hour, bingo, and religious activities, while at Dimensions Living Oconomowoc, they engage in puzzles, movies, music enter ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in senior living communities. At The Waterford at West Bend, residents appreciate the clean and orderly environment, while at New Day Assisted Living of Germantown, the rooms are described as spacious and well-maintained ...
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Personalized care plans. Customized care plans tailored to individual residents' needs are a key feature in many senior living communities. At Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Brookfield, the staff takes the time to understand each resident's unique requirements and preferences, creating care plans that cater ...
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Engaging social spaces and activities. Socializing and engaging in activities are essential for seniors' overall well-being. At Dimensions Living Oconomowoc, residents have opportunities to interact with one another in communal areas, while at New Day Assisted Living of Germantown, activities like baking and exercise classes fost ...
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Supportive communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between communities' staff and families is vital for ensuring loved ones receive the best possible care. At New Perspective West Bend, families appreciate the open dialogue they have with staff members, who actively listen to their concerns and address them p ...
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Columbus review score based on 567 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 567 reviews of 307 Columbus memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Columbus review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Columbus review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Columbus, WI307 facilities
7.1
Fall River, WI335 facilities
7.1
Doylestown, WI297 facilities

Review subcategories for Columbus memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 567 reviews of 307 Columbus memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Columbus resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Columbus, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Columbus memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbus memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbus, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Columbus memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Columbus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.8%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.6%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.7%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.5%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Columbus memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Columbus Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.8%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.1%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.1%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.1%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbus memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Columbus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.6%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.6%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.4%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbus memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Columbus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbus, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.3%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.1%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbus memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Columbus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbus, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
39.2%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.2%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.8%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
19.3%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Columbus

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Wisconsin memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Columbus protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Home Again Assisted Living Columbus, Oak Hill Terrace and The Waterford at Hartford are the top-rated memory care facilities near Columbus, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 339 memory care facilities near Columbus, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Columbus, Wisconsin are Oak Hill Terrace and The Waterford at Fitchburg. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 339 memory care facilities near you in Columbus, Wisconsin typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Columbus, Wisconsin, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Columbus, Wisconsin, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Columbus, Wisconsin ranges from $680 to $13484. The average Memory Care cost in Columbus, Wisconsin is $4,472. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Columbus, Wisconsin typically starts at $680. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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