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Assisted living costs in Buffalo Shore Estates average about $6,353 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 200 communities in Buffalo Shore Estates. Our detailed directory has 1893 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Wisconsin Dells, Wyocena and Portage.

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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We chose Westbrooke Manor because the staff members were friendly. I took my husband with me to check it out and this is the place he chose. I think the room sizes are smaller than most places that we looked...
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.
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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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Our experience with Our House Assisted Living has been a very positive one! The people here are friendly and professional, and they take great care of the residents. They're very very caring people. I've...
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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Wisconsin Rapids 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),...
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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
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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.
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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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.
Mayberry Manor of Oshkosh is redefining senior assisted living. Opened in early 2018, our beautiful new home features 8 private bedrooms with private bath, spacious living and dining rooms with fireplace, and an outdoor patio to enjoy the seasons. Our trained staff provide 24/7 care and are...
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I like it very much. The woman who runs the facility does an excellent job. They seem to be short staffed, especially on the weekends. The communication with the staff has been good. I think they need more...
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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.
Basic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs,...
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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
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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.
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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River Run Assisted Living is a wonderful and caring place. What we like the most about the community is the staff. The staff are very kind, attentive and caring to the residents. The environment is also very...
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.
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A room opened up and so we moved her. All Saints has a very well-established and robust memory program. Mom seems to be happy there. These retirement communities are super expensive. That said, All Saints...
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.
All Saints Assisted Living and Memory Care offers seniors Spirited Community Living! The residence is part of the All Saints Neighborhood, which offers living options like cottages, condos and apartments for those 55 and better. As a person's needs change, the assisted living residence has...
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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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The common areas, dining, etc. was very clean. The cleanliness of my loved one's apartment fell a little bit short of our expectations. The staff are friendly, engaging, and they treat the residents as...
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 Glen Madison is an assisted living and memory care community in the welcoming, scenic city of Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. Our beautiful community is centrally located in a quiet residential area near the West Beltline Highway, providing easy access to area attractions and the nearby...
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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...
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.
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...
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There has been a big change with the Brookdale Oshkosh as they have sold out to Lake Pointe Villa as of June. But even with the ownership change, everything seems to be going well with the transition and my...
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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.
Lake Pointe Villa Assisted Living is an exceptional assisted living community in the city of Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Located just minutes from the shopping and dining of downtown Oshkosh and the recreational opportunities at Lake Winnebago, Oshkosh is a thriving city that offers residents a high...
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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
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.
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 staff here is amazing and treat the residents with respect & care! Of course wish my loved one wouldn't have to be here, but it is a great place!
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.
Dimensions Living Oshkosh has earned a reputation for elevating the standard of memory care with creative services, innovation therapies, and caring relationships.Schedule a tour to learn more today!
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I would highly recommend the Timberwood Lodge Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Place is clean. My Mom is very well taken care of. The place now has a dog,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Timberwood Lodge Assisted Living is a new Assisted Living & Memory Care Community in the Madison, WI area that offers an intimate setting. Located in a residential area (Country Grove Neighborhood), Timberwood Lodge was opened in 2018 - within walking distance of restaurants, pharmacies, and...
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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
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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The staff members at Eden Vista of Fond du Lac are very friendly and seem to treat our loved one very well. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Eden Vista of Fond du Lac is an industry leading memory care community. Our campus allows each resident to enjoy life to the fullest with the peace of mind that our care team is always there to support them when needed. From around the clock nursing supervision to 5-star customer service, we are...
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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...
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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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.
Traditions at Westfield includes comfortable apartments, daily activities and care plans customized for each resident. We offer professional services that meet residents at their level and independence. View our comprehensive assisted living, memory care, and respite care options. Our community...
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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, 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.
Tivoli is a community within our community.Tivoli is an exceptional residential facility. It is a place with modern and comfortable amenities for residents and visitors alike. Built in late 2010, each Tivoli community within features special staff, services and amenities to meet residents'...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Buffalo Shore Estates, WI

The average cost of senior living in Buffalo Shore Estates is $6,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wautoma, WI with an average of $3,680 per month.

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Shore Estates, WI, vs. state and national averages

Buffalo Shore Estates, WI
$6,353/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Shore Estates, WI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,353/mo
$6,926/mo

Assisted living costs in Buffalo Shore Estates, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,582/mo
Studio
$4,777/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,109/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,265/mo

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

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Buffalo Shore Estates 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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Assisted living cost trends in Buffalo Shore Estates, WI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Buffalo Shore Estates 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Buffalo Shore Estates, WI$5,906/mo$5,839/mo+1.1%
Wisconsin$5,655/mo$5,526/mo+2.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Buffalo Shore Estates, WI
2024 average cost:$5,906/mo
2023 average cost:$5,839/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$5,655/mo
2023 average cost:$5,526/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buffalo Shore Estates, 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 Buffalo Shore Estates.

What families are saying about assisted living in Buffalo Shore Estates

Recent reviews for assisted living in Buffalo Shore Estates

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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Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge in Madison, WI

4.0
The week day staff is compassionate and well trained and employed by Oakwood. The weekend staff is hired from an agency and the care and compassion is lacking. They are working on fixing this but claim there are not enough people interested in this type of work.

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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Buffalo Shore Estates review score based on 289 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 289 reviews of 200 Buffalo Shore Estates assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Buffalo Shore Estates 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

Buffalo Shore Estates review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Buffalo Shore Estates, WI200 facilities
6.9
Adams, WI97 facilities
7.3
Berlin, WI210 facilities

Review subcategories for Buffalo Shore Estates 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 289 reviews of 200 Buffalo Shore Estates assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo Shore Estates 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Meals & dining
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Buffalo Shore Estates assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo Shore Estates assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo Shore Estates, 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 Buffalo Shore Estates 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 Buffalo Shore Estates that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo Shore Estates, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo Shore Estates 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 Buffalo Shore Estates Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo Shore Estates, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo Shore Estates 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 Buffalo Shore Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo Shore Estates, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.5%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo Shore Estates 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 Buffalo Shore Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo Shore Estates, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo Shore Estates 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 Buffalo Shore Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo Shore Estates, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.5%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
39.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buffalo Shore Estates

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Buffalo Shore Estates protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, The Waterford at Fitchburg and Ridge at Madison are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buffalo Shore Estates, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 200 assisted living facilities near Buffalo Shore Estates, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Buffalo Shore Estates, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Fitchburg. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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