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Memory care in Lafayette County 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 Lafayette County is about $4,744 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 104 communities, read 1089 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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When we were looking for a new place to move my mom, cost was a factor. We really liked this community. Her apartment is in the remodeled wing and it is supposed to have extra staff available for the...
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.
The Cottages of Madison, in operation for more than 20 years, offers CBRF-assisted living, licensed for Alzheimer’s, dementia and related neurological diagnoses.Our warm, welcoming, secure community has the perfect balance of private and public community living space, making it quaint, functional...
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I continue to be extremely pleased with Vista West! It's not perfect (no place is), but the caregivers are kind and attentive and it feels like a big family since there are always quite a few people sitting...
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.
When living at home is no longer an option, it just means it's time for a different home. Vista West encourages residents to continue to live a meaningful life. Rest easy knowing your loved on is in a safe and secure environment, customized to meet the specific needs of those living with...
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My mom was at the facility for 1 year it was an amazing experience for her. The caring staff always went above and beyond. They made my mom feel as an important member of the family. Everyone there was...
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 management and staff truly care about their residents and were very attentive to their well being. Communication was very open via phone calls, emails and in person. They worked well with us and hospice...
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.
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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.
Sienna Crest Memory Care is located in Mineral Point, Wisconsin. We are an assisted living community that specializes in Alzheimer's and Dementia care. The variety of activities are designed to actively engage not only the physical well being but also the mind and memory. The activities also...
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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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Platteville is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus snacks), a...
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Prairie Ridge of Galena is the area's premier Independent Living and Memory Care community. Located in beautiful and historic Galena, Illinois, our state-of-the-art building began welcoming residents in August 2017. Residents of Prairie Ridge can expect the very best in retirement living; from...
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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.
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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I am so pleased with Crestridge Assisted Living as a wonderful place for my mother to spend her older years! She has now been there for over a year. She attends as many of the twice daily activities as she...
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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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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Photo of Graceland Manor
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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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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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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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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.
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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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.
Originally built as a school in 1893, for nearly 100 years the building was used to educate and foster thousands of East Dubuque’s young people. Now the building will foster the individual growth and independence for some of those same people as seniors. It is a totally unexpected homecoming for...
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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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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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Girlie Manor is going good so far. I like the scale and size of the facility. In the beginning there was an underestimation of my mothers needs. There was a little less attention to knowing what it 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.
Girlie's Manor is an assisted living community located in the village of Mount Horeb, WI. Mount Horeb is in Dane County, and is known as the 'troll capital of the world.' Visitors here enjoy the many parks like the Blue Mound State Park and the Brigham County Park. Kids will enjoy the Havens...
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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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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.
Morningside Assisted Living provides quality living solutions to seniors in south central Wisconsin. Morningside offers assisted living services to seniors who want to remain independent but need extra attention and care in their day-to-day lives. Located in the charming community of...
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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.
Our assisted living facility is a great option for those who need some assistance with daily personal care and/or memory care. We are located on the beautifully landscaped grounds of Ingleside Communities' campus setting and offer private studios with bathrooms, featuring a continuum of care...
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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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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Lafayette County, WI

The average cost of senior living in Lafayette County is $4,744 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hazel Green, WI with an average of $3,423 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lafayette County, WI vs. nearby counties

Lafayette County, WI
$4,744/mo
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lafayette County, WI vs. the state and national average

Lafayette County, WI
$4,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,871/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lafayette County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,744/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Lafayette County, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$6,460/mo
Studio
$5,174/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,393/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,780/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Lafayette County over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Lafayette County

Recent reviews for memory care in Lafayette County

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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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!

Cardinal View Senior Living in Middleton, WI

4.5
I liked everything about the place except the costs! I no longer live there because I got no services and paid a lot for rent. Very clean, very friendly staff, and very friendly residents.

Lafayette County review score based on 227 family reviews

6.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 227 reviews of 96 Lafayette County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lafayette County 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

Lafayette County review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Lafayette County, WI96 facilities
7.0
Darlington, WI112 facilities
8.7
Gratiot, WI10 facilities

Review subcategories for Lafayette County 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 227 reviews of 96 Lafayette County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lafayette County 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.
Lafayette County, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
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4.5
Care services
3.5
4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
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Activities
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4.0
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
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Lafayette County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lafayette County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lafayette County, 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 Lafayette County 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 Lafayette County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lafayette County, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.4%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.6%
48.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.1%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.9%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Lafayette County 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 Lafayette County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lafayette County, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.6%
46.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.2%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lafayette County 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 Lafayette County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lafayette County, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.5%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.6%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lafayette County 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 Lafayette County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lafayette County, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
40%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lafayette County 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 Lafayette County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lafayette County, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.1%
33.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51%
51.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.4%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.7%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.2%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
19.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.9%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.9%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Fitchburg, The Ridge at Madison and Azura Memory Care of Monroe are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lafayette County, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 104 memory care facilities near Lafayette County, Wisconsin. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Lafayette County, Wisconsin are The Waterford at Fitchburg and The Ridge at Madison. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 104 memory care facilities near you in Lafayette County, Wisconsin typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lafayette County, 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 Lafayette County, 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 Lafayette County, Wisconsin ranges from $595 to $13484. The average Memory Care cost in Lafayette County, Wisconsin is $4,744. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Lafayette County, Wisconsin typically starts at $595. 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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