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Assisted living costs in Rural average about $3,927 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 206 communities in Rural. Our detailed directory has 830 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: 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.
PROVIDING THE NEXT BEST THING TO HOME The Cedar Ridge Homes are single-story assisted living residences with seniors in mind. When living at home is no longer a safe or practical option, we offer an affordable, home-like atmosphere along with the assistance sometimes needed in our later adult...
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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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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, 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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Wausau provide independent living and assisted living senior care in a country setting, within one mile of Grand Ave. Conveniently located between East Hill and Greenwood Hills County Club. Also centrally located between Aspirus and St. Clare's...
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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,...
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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.
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This community offers a variety of daily activities. The staff have been helpful and attentive. They keep the community well taken care of. The food is good and I would recommend this 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.
It's never an easy decision when a loved one needs assisted living care. You want to make sure your loved one is cared for in a warm, safe environment. That's where Oak Grove Assisted care can help. Located in Necedah, WI, Oak Grove Assisted Care takes pride in caring for your loved one, offering...
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I am so thankful for Adelaide Place. Our family recently needed a place for our great aunt and we were amazed at the flexibility and personalized help we got from the team. They truly care about her and...
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.
Adelaide Place is a comfortable assisted living community located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Located at the base of one of the country’s largest inland lakes, Fond du Lac offers majestic natural views during all four seasons of the year. Fond du Lac is conveniently located a mere hour away from...
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Cost of assisted living in Rural, WI

The average cost of senior living in Rural is $3,927 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wautoma, WI with an average of $2,706 per month.

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

Rural, WI
$3,927/mo
$3,985/mo

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

Rural, WI
$3,927/mo
U.S. national average
$4,637/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,927/mo
$3,924/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,920/mo
Private
$7,440/mo
Studio
$5,208/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,170/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,225/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Rural over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rural, 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 Rural.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rural

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rural

The Residence at Oshkosh

3.8
It's a very typical Assisted living place. Nice size apartments, expensive rent with cheap food served cafeteria style. Standing in line waiting for food, like school kids. The ones that are not mobile wait even longer. I would recommend but with reservations.

Aspire Senior Living - Kimberly

4.1
Aspire is a well run facility. Their staff are invested in providing quality care. They're friendly and helpful. We appreciate that they have varied increments of support. The initial independent living costs include 0 to 7 hours of caregiving support at no additional cost. That's the level of ...
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Care Partners Assisted Living-Stevens Point

4.8
Started in [date removed] contacting over 10 different facilities. In [date removed] we were ready to place. Care Partners was one of the few facilities that returned calls and set up tours quickly. We toured 4 facilities and loved chose this location. A mature building nestled in a magnificent ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, including Oak Park Place Menasha, Landings of Kaukauna, and Dimensions Living Appleton, ensuring that residents feel cared for and well-supported.
Variety of engaging activities. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered in communities, such as bingo, card games, popcorn and trivia nights, museum outings, and gardening classes at Landings of Kaukauna, Bella Vista, and Emerald Ridge of Neenah.
Cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, withThe Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, Emerald Ridge of Neenah, and Willow Brooke Point Senior Living CBRF all noting the attention given to maintaining both interior spaces and outdoor areas.
Consistent communication with families. Families appreciate the clear and frequent communication they receive from community staff, ensuring they are informed about their loved ones' care and well-being at Aspire Senior Living - Kimberly, Oak Park Place Menasha, and Shawano Place Senior Living.
Careful consideration of resident needs. Communities cater to residents' unique needs and preferences, with personalized care plans and accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual schedules at Landings of Kaukauna, The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, and Emerald Ridge of Neenah.
Access to health care services on-site. Having health care services readily available on-site allows for convenience and peace of mind, as noted by families at Emerald Ridge of Neenah, Aspire Oshkosh, and Dimensions Living Appleton.
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Rural review score based on 161 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 161 reviews of 184 Rural assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rural 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

Rural review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Rural, WI184 facilities
7.1
Waupaca, WI215 facilities
7.0
Scandinavia, WI194 facilities

Review subcategories for Rural 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 161 reviews of 184 Rural assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rural 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
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Rural assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rural assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rural, 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 Rural 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 Rural that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rural, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.1%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.9%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Rural 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 Rural Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rural, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rural 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 Rural partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rural, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.9%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
19%
37.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.8%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.6%
14.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Rural 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 Rural communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rural, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.7%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19%
42%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rural 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 Rural offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rural, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
31%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.4%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.4%
30.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.2%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.6%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
10.3%
29.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.4%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rural

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 Rural protect seniors.

Learn about Wisconsin Assisted Living regulations

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Landings of Kaukauna, The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids and Dimensions Living Appleton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Rural, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 206 assisted living facilities near Rural, Wisconsin. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Rural, Wisconsin is Landings of Kaukauna. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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