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Assisted living costs in Buena Vista average about $4,454 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Buena Vista. Our detailed directory has 520 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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.
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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.
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
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.
The View At Pine RidgeThe View at Pine Ridge is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in beautiful Oconomowoc, Waukesha County, Wisconsin. The name Oconomowoc is a Potawatomi term meaning waterfall. The natural beauty of this place includes beautiful tree-lined streets, lakes,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Loving Home is an eight-bed community based residential facility. We are nestled in a quiet neighborhood of Brookfield, Wisconsin and accept elderly adults who suffer from dementia but can live in a social community. There is no admission fee and all residents receive excellent care at A...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I am giving Franciscan Place a 5 star, not because "everything" is perfect, that would be realistically impossible. However, they do take very good care of my mom and they strive to do their best. My mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Buena Vista, WI

The average cost of senior living in Buena Vista is $4,454 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oconomowoc Lake, WI with an average of $4,382 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buena Vista, WI vs. nearby cities

Buena Vista, WI
$4,454/mo
$4,425/mo
$4,475/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buena Vista, WI vs. the state and national average

Buena Vista, WI
$4,454/mo
U.S. national average
$4,638/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buena Vista vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,454/mo
$4,514/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Buena Vista, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,395/mo
Studio
$5,695/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,653/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,547/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Buena Vista over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buena Vista, WI

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Buena Vista.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buena Vista

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buena Vista

Birchrock Castle in Mukwonago, WI

5.0
I would recommend Birchrock Castle to others because it's small, family-like, cozy and clean. My mom has been there for less than a month, so I'm not sure about the food, and my mom is not fussy, but I heard the food is homemade. The staff is kind. Communication with the family has been good, so ...
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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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Azura Memory Care of Oconomowoc

5.0
My mother went to Heaven last June. I loved all the people at Azura in Oconomowoc. From the secretary to the kitchen staff and all of the in between! Very clean facility. Staff cares for everyone! No one is alone . When I left Mom to come home I know she was in good hands. I even go in facility ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at Oak Hill Terrace. Residents and their families appreciate the warm and caring nature of the caregivers, who go above and beyond to provide excellent care. Some residents even developed friendships with their caregivers.
Wide range of activities. Many reviews highlight the variety of activities offered at Oak Hill Terrace, including music and entertainment, crafts, and exercise classes. Residents engage in activities with their friends and enjoy staying active and social in their community.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for Oak Hill Terrace consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, with several residents commenting on the pristine living spaces and renovated common areas. The community takes pride in maintaining a comfortable and welcoming environment.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, residents express their satisfaction with the food and dining experiences at Oak Hill Terrace. The chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary needs, making mealtimes an enjoyable part of daily life for residents.
Supportive community atmosphere. Reviews for Oak Hill Terrace consistently mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the community. Residents enjoy making new friends and feel supported by both their fellow residents and the staff. One resident even joined the choir and now enjoys performing for her friends.
Individualized care. Several residents of Mission Creek mention the accommodating and caring nature of the staff, who make adjustments to help residents with their daily tasks and make the transition to communal living easier. This personalized attention contributes to a sense of comfort and security for residents ...
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Buena Vista review score based on 83 family reviews

6.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 83 reviews of 32 Buena Vista assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buena Vista review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Buena Vista review score compared against nearby cities

6.2
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Review subcategories for Buena Vista assisted living

When assisted living 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 83 reviews of 32 Buena Vista assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buena Vista resident and family assisted living 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.
Buena Vista, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Buena Vista assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buena Vista assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buena Vista, 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 Buena Vista assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Buena Vista that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buena Vista, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.9%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Buena Vista assisted living

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 Buena Vista Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buena Vista, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.4%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.8%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buena Vista assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Buena Vista partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buena Vista, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.6%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40.6%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.6%
15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Buena Vista assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Buena Vista communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buena Vista, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.1%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
21.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buena Vista assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Buena Vista offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buena Vista, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.9%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.6%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.6%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buena Vista

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Wisconsin assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Buena Vista protect seniors.

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