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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Forward, WI

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Memory care in Forward 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 Forward is about $6,926 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 185 communities, read 2119 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Madison, Middleton and Fitchburg.

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What we like the most about the Oak Park Place is that it is very welcoming and the staff members are so friendly. My brother is very happy there. He is enjoying the community and other residents who live...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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It was also recommended by a couple of the patients families that were already there. Amazing people there at Beehive. We looked at 4 places for dad. Beehive was chosen due to newer facility, proximity to my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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The facility is very nice inside and out. The owners and staff are kind patient and helpful with the residents and visiting family. They all are well trained and genuinely caring people. It is very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
“It is a family corporation that we are proud to be a part of and are extremely excited to build our own BeeHive family in the Village of Oregon.”BeeHive Homes of Oregon is a 16-unit specialized memory care facility that resembles and feels like a residential home. Residents and families can feel...
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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
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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.
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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My mom lives in the enhanced assisted care unit. The staff is very jovial and fun, but sometimes they joke around a little too loudly amongst themselves. for the most part they do a great job. Mom is on a...
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.
Heritage Middleton is an assisted living center offering senior citizens the opportunity to maintain their independence and enjoy their lifestyle. Heritage Middleton prides itself on providing luxurious and spacious apartments that feature large closets, private baths and modern conveniences....
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The staff members are a 5 plus, they are so friendly and we are getting ready to move our loved one in and she is really looking forward to the arts and crafts. Before we even toured this community we wanted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Hatties Bay Middleton offers quality care through our assisted living and memory care programs. This is a comfortable, relaxed community with a friendly atmosphere and dedicated, 24-hour staff. With the goal of nurturing mind, body, and spirit, Hatties Bay Middleton features both structure and...
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Azura of Monroe has friendly and caring staff. I have seen how they interact with my mom and other residents. They are caring and responsive the resident’s needs. I feel confident that mom is safe and is...
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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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The staff there at Capitol Lakes Terraces are super! They are very welcoming, very caring, and very well organized. Their staff is very well trained and they really care and do a great job. The only...
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.
Capitol Lakes Terraces is an assisted living community located in the heart of the city of Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. Surrounded on both the north and south by Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, respectively, residents of Capitol Lakes Terraces enjoy one of the best views in the city, no matter...
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We are in the independent living section and have a really nice apartment. Everyone here has been extremely friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend Sienna Crest to others looking.
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.
Founded in 1997, Sienna Crest offers ten different assisted living communities throughout southern Wisconsin. Sienna Crest offers a true home-like setting for older adults. Our homes are smaller, averaging 15-20 rooms. This allows us to provide a high quality of life and assistance. We help...
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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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Photo of Heritage Monona
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Generally the support is good. Every now and then there a slips in support and that varies by staff member and staffing levels. Overall I am comfortable we found the best available space in our area. It has...
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.
Within the doors of Heritage Monona, you'll find a warm and gentle community where daily assistance is provided with love and the utmost respect for the personal integrity of our residents. Our compassionate staff has been specially selected and carefully trained to serve with an open heart and a...
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There are multiple different things offered here like independent living, assisted living, higher levels of care and even a rehab unit and that was something we like. There are plenty of activities going on...
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.
Welcome to Waunakee Valley Senior Living serving the Greater Madison area since 1974. At Waunakee Valley Senior Living, we strive to ensure that throughout all of life’s stages, we’ve got you covered. We offer senior living solutions across the Continuum of Care ranging from short term...
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McFarland Villa is a really great place. The staff were all very nice and accommodating, and they put up with my loved one. He did not want to live this far away from his friends so he moved. I would...
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.
At McFarland Villa Assisted Living, 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...
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They were AMAZING. My mom was not here very long, but they really treated her like their own. A few of the staff members cried just as hard as we did when she passed away. We knew that if for some reason...
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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 of Waunakee is a full service facility located in a small town of the heartland. We have caring staff with decades of combined experience that will treat your family like their own. Our friendly residents will welcome your loved one during our group activities and outings. Sienna...
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My mother moved to Harmony 4 months ago. Teresa has gotten her involved with Bingo, word game, balloon volleyball and even some sit and be fit. This has been great for my mother. She walks to all meals and...
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.
Stoughton Meadows Assisted Living is located in its namesake city of Stoughton, which can be found in Dane County, Wisconsin. Located right by the Yahara River, Stoughton takes pride in its strong Norwegian heritage, and love of the arts. Visiting loved ones can explore the many historical...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Tennyson Retirement Living. Overall, the experience has been positive so far. Like everyone else, they have staffing challenges. But there seems to be some steadiness...
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.
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Overall it has been pretty good experience so far. Only issues we have had is with the food and activities. On the food, the menu items are unusual sometimes and it is just not that great. They have not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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I can’t imagine a better assisted living place for my mother than Camomile 1. First, she has a great apartment – living area, sleeping area, kitchen alcove, bathroom and two large closets. Great windows...
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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.
Chamomile Assisted Living, LTD is located in a tranquil area of Madison, Wisconsin. Our community is close to several large public parks and nestled between quiet residential neighborhoods. It is an ideal place for our residents to call home, and we find that visitors and family guests often have...
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The staff is very patient and friendly to the residents. They're very good at communication with me as well. The food is good, and they're good about serving a fair amount of fruits and vegetables. A...
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.
At Madison Pointe Senior Living, 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...
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The place is bright, clean and goo quality food and care. Meals are made from scratch not shipped in or reheated from a local service.
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.
Chamomile Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the lovely and charming Madison, Wisconsin. The two different locations of this community provide you with choice and variety. The lovely private apartments are accommodating and spacious. You can enjoy the beautiful foliage and...
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We of course, would like the cost a little less, but we understand that is the way things are these days. I would suggest them to check out Kettle Park. Our first year at Kettle Park we've been very pleased.
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.
Welcome to Kettle Park Senior LivingYou will experience the comfort and convenience of home with state of the art amenities and individualized services that are available to meet your lifestyle needs. We offer Independent Plus, Assisted Living and Memory Care services.The Norwegian heritage of...
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I've been a resident at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge since the Grasslands independent living apartments were completed in July 2019. My wife and I couldn't be happier. We have a spacious apartment,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge is a part of Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries, a not-for-profit, Lutheran church-sponsored organization established in 1948. Located on Madison's east side near Sun Prairie, Prairie Ridge provides close proximity to local shopping and restaurants, while providing...
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My mother in law was alright with it, but we never moved her stuff there because it didn't have a warm feeling and it was also harder for me to get to (I'm the primary care giver). I wasn't sold on it for...
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 The Grove we honor each person's individual uniqueness and empower them to remain in charge of their own decisions. We live it through the care and compassion with which we treat every resident. We instill it into every service we provide, every meal we serve and every opportunity we make...
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My mother is a resident here. They could get a new activities director because my mother does not get along with her.They need more staff on the weekends. We chose Aster Retirement because they offer...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Aster Retirement Communities and its dedicated staff recognize that you make the difference in our lives and we want to make a difference in yours. By dedicating ourselves to our 'mission' to care for you, we create an environment that is a positive way of life for all of our residents. We...
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The main reason I chose this community for my loved one is she has her own spacious private bathroom with a walk in tub. The staff have done a great job at making sure my mother feels safe and comfortable in...
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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.
Aster Memory Care of Cottage is 24 room memory care community designed exclusively to serve the needs of individuals with memory impairment. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. Every detail of the unique, single...

Cost of memory care in Forward, WI

The average cost of senior living in Forward is $6,926 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portage, WI with an average of $6,186 per month.

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

Forward, WI
$6,926/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,926/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,139/mo
Studio
$6,343/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,626/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,086/mo

Senior living costs in Forward 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: Forward, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForward, WIWisconsinU.S.
Memory Care$6,926/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,353/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,605/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Forward, WI:$6,926/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Forward, WI:$6,353/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Forward, WI:$3,605/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Forward, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Forward 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 Forward, WI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Forward 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Forward, WI$7,310/mo$7,126/mo+2.6%
Wisconsin$7,031/mo$6,777/mo+3.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Forward, WI
2024 average cost:$7,310/mo
2023 average cost:$7,126/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$7,031/mo
2023 average cost:$6,777/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Forward

Recent reviews for memory care in Forward

Hallowstone at Middleton

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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Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Portage

4.8
Our mom has dementia and has been there a few years now. The office staff and most of the employees are very good with her. She loves the feeling of living on her own and being able to have her dear cat with her and Our House gives her that. She would like more in house friends, but seems to ...
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Sienna Crest - Platteville

5.0
It has been an especially good stay here. The women who assist us are very thoughtful, the food is good, things clothes and bedding are kept clean. They do a great job!

Forward review score based on 301 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 301 reviews of 185 Forward memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forward 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

Forward review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Forward, WI185 facilities
7.4
Portage, WI185 facilities
7.6
Monroe, WI177 facilities

Review subcategories for Forward 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 301 reviews of 185 Forward memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Forward 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.
Forward, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.7
Meals & dining
3.0
3.4
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
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*Learn more about cost details

Forward memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forward memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forward, 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 Forward 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 Forward that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forward, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.9%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.8%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.8%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forward 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 Forward Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forward, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.2%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.4%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forward 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 Forward partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forward, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.1%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
35.1%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Forward 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 Forward communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forward, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forward 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 Forward offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forward, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
38.4%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.2%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.4%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.2%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.4%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.8%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Forward

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 Forward protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Fitchburg, Ridge at Madison and Lilac Springs Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Forward, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 185 memory care facilities near Forward, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Forward, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Fitchburg. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 185 memory care facilities near you in Forward, Wisconsin typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Forward, 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 Forward, 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 Forward, Wisconsin ranges from $2000 to $9450. The average Memory Care cost in Forward, Wisconsin is $6,926. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Forward, Wisconsin typically starts at $2000. 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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