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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Wauwatosa, WI
If your loved one needs memory care in Wauwatosa, A Place for Mom can help. With 120 memory care facilities in Wauwatosa, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Wauwatosa incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Wauwatosa memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Wauwatosa, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Grantosa, Martin Drive and Washington Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Milwaukee, Oconomowoc and Pewaukee.
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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.
Nothing can replace the special comfort and security you feel at home. That’s why all of us at Matthews Assisted Living & Memory Care are devoted to helping you make your home with us. While others may expect you to adapt to their rules, you’ll find that we adapt to you.Discover our...
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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.
Matthews of Glendale is a CBRF (Community Based Residential Facility) located off of Port Washington Road just north of Good Hope Road in Glendale. It is two 20 bed ranch buildings side-by-side. All units are private studio's with their own bathrooms. We provide higher levels of care than a...
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of memory care in Wauwatosa, WI
The average cost of senior living in Wauwatosa is $4,476 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Francis, WI with an average of $4,388 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wauwatosa, WI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wauwatosa, WI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Wauwatosa, WI by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Wauwatosa
Recent reviews for memory care in Wauwatosa
ProHealth Care Regency Senior Communities - Muskego
4.4
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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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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Oak Park Place Wauwatosa
5.0
I toured this facility it was very nice also a lovely place to place your loved ones. The staff are very helpful and professional I give this place 5 stars.
Wauwatosa review score based on 257 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 257 reviews of 105 Wauwatosa memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Wauwatosa 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
Wauwatosa review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Wauwatosa 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 257 reviews of 105 Wauwatosa memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wauwatosa 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.Wauwatosa, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
3.9
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Wauwatosa memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wauwatosa memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wauwatosa, 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 Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.6%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.7%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.1%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.8%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.1%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.3%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.6%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.5%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
29.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.6%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.7%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
53.3%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
31.4%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.2%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oak Hill Terrace, Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Fox Point and Azura Memory Care of Oconomowoc are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 120 memory care facilities near Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The 120 memory care facilities near you in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wauwatosa, 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 Wauwatosa, 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 Wauwatosa, Wisconsin ranges from $1 to $12689. The average Memory Care cost in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin is $4,476. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin typically starts at $1. 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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