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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fairwater, WI

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Assisted living costs in Fairwater average about $4,409 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 296 communities in Fairwater. Our detailed directory has 2095 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Oshkosh, Fond du Lac and Omro.

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. 

Fairwater Assisted Living Facilities | 2095 Reviews

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Photo of Markesan Resident Home/North Terrace
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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.
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Photo of Prairie Place RCAC
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.
The American House has earned its exemplary reputation as a leader in the assisted living industry through its commitment to quality long-term care and providing residents with a sense of community. The American House provides personalized care and maximum family access while remaining...
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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 team at Maplecrest understands that the little things make all the difference. We've been serving seniors for nearly 20 years at Maplecrest. Our tenants' wants and needs don't fit neatly into a mold, so neither do our offerings. We believe in working every hour of every day to go above and...
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.
KindredHearts is built on more than 25 years of achieving excellence in meeting today's senior needs, and anticipating those of tomorrow. We are dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living and independent living in a personalized, home-like setting,...
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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.
Photo of Wolverton Glen
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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.
85 bed skilled nursing care facility offering private or semi private rooms. Medicare, medicaid, private pay or insurance accepted. We offer short-term rehab respite and extended care services. Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy available. Nutritious home style cooked meals offered...
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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.
Photo of Christian Living Center
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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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The caregivers at Prairie Ridge work with a sense of urgency and stay on task during my visits. My mom is happy with the service given to her and always complements the employees. About the great job there...
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.
Photo of Martha's
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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Photo of Victorian Village
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.
Photo of Patriot Place CBRF
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.
Photo of Patriot Place Assisted Living
33 Photos available
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.
Photo of Remembrance Home
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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Very, demanding and challenging, and always put the patients loves ones safe and comfortable. Helping them throughout the day with daily activities and fun games.
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.
Prairie Ridge Beaver Dam was made with you in mind. This is a special place where we celebrate your accomplishments, your family and your life. It's where seniors can enjoy more years in their lives and more life in their years. You're invited to join us!
Photo of Northview Assisted Living
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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 The Meadows of Fond du Lac
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.
Photo of Deerview Meadows - FondDuLac I
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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.
It's easy to see how Deerview Meadows offers an assisted living experience with a difference.  Personalized, quality care and supportive surroundings help create the ideal setting for meeting personal care needs.  The Fond du Lac facility is located on a quiet cul-du-sac. Friendly,...
Photo of Dimensions Living Beaver Dam
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There still is too much turnover in staff. Wash is not done in a timely manner... often behind. Communication with family is GREAT! The move process was good. The meals are also very good. I know it is...
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.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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Photo of Stone Terrace Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Eagle's Wings
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.
Photo of Lincoln House
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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So far, things are going well here. The home itself is nice and clean and they seem to keep it maintained well. The staff is nice and they give a lot of attention to the residents. It is homey and inviting.
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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My mom has been here for almost 2 months and we are very happy with her care. Her room is clean, she gets her sheets changed and laundry done as needed. They take very good care of her. She likes the food...
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.
Our Frontida Communities Offer a Home Like Setting that Specializes in Our Residents Needs.Liberty House is a 19 bed group home style Assisted Living, in Fond du Lac, where you will find peace of mind for your loved one.Liberty House is conveniently located on S. Main Street in Fond du Lac. This...
Photo of Tarfa Terrace
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.

Cost of assisted living in Fairwater, WI

The average cost of senior living in Fairwater is $4,409 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brandon, WI with an average of $4,409 per month.

Assisted living costs in Fairwater, WI, vs. state and national averages

Fairwater, WI
$4,409/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Fairwater, WI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,409/mo
$5,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Fairwater, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,019/mo
Studio
$4,077/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,298/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,413/mo

Senior living costs in Fairwater 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: Fairwater, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFairwater, WIWisconsinU.S.
Assisted Living$4,409/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,740/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,534/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Fairwater, WI:$4,409/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Fairwater, WI:$5,740/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Fairwater, WI:$2,534/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Fairwater, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fairwater 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 Fairwater, WI

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Fairwater 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
Fairwater, WI$5,543/mo$5,432/mo+2.0%
Wisconsin$5,365/mo$4,818/mo+11.4%
National$5,128/mo$4,791/mo+7.0%
Fairwater, WI
2024 average cost:$5,543/mo
2023 average cost:$5,432/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$5,365/mo
2023 average cost:$4,818/mo
Percent change:+11.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,128/mo
2023 average cost:$4,791/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fairwater, 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 Fairwater.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fairwater

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fairwater

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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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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Fairwater review score based on 282 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 282 reviews of 296 Fairwater assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fairwater 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

Fairwater review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Fairwater, WI296 facilities
7.5
Oshkosh, WI283 facilities
6.5
Beaver Dam, WI38 facilities

Review subcategories for Fairwater 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 282 reviews of 296 Fairwater assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fairwater 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.
Fairwater, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
3.6
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.5
3.4
Meals & dining
3.3
3.1
Activities
3.3
3.1
Value for cost*
3.3
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Fairwater assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairwater assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairwater, 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 Fairwater 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 Fairwater that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fairwater, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.2%
53.4%
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
98%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.3%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fairwater 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 Fairwater Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fairwater, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fairwater 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 Fairwater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairwater, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.3%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairwater 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 Fairwater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairwater, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairwater 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 Fairwater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairwater, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.6%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
48%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fairwater

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 Fairwater protect seniors.
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