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Assisted living costs in Sauk County average about $4,521 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 181 communities in Sauk County. Our detailed directory has 1661 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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Photo of Milestone Senior Living Hillsboro
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I have no problem where my mom is at. She likes it there. She's very adjusted. I think all the assisted living places are too much money to be honest with you, but that's my personal opinion. My mom does...
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.
Milestone Senior Living Apartments and Suites provide a home-like environment, thoughtfully designed with seniors in mind. Milestone Senior Living has highly trained staff available to meet individual needs. The apartments and suites feature the finest amenities while providing care-free living....
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When looking for a place for my grandma I was so pleased with the Rivers. They would answer my questions, their Nurse would answer my phone calls no matter the time of day. The staff are so kind and the...
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.
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Photo of Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Portage
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Just want to give a shout out to [name removed] and her wonderful staff. I think one of the hardest jobs is taking care of the aged. They have done an excellent job with my Mom. It’s not just a facility....
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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Portage 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), a robust...
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I have lived here a year now and feel like I’m part of a big family. I really like the people, they are so caring and nice. The food is so good! [name removed] keeps me full and is great!
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.
Do more every dayLive your life to the fullest with a little help from us. If you’re looking for freedom and fun in senior living, we might be the right fit for you. Located in Middleton, Wisconsin, near Madison, you’ll have the care you need if you need it at our Assisted Living community. We...
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Absolutely Wonderful new Management on Board. This place has turned around here in the last few months. My mom says new staff and manager are great. They must have gotten bought out. Big Difference when you...
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.
The Cottages of Madison, in operation for more than 20 years, offers CBRF-assisted living, licensed for Alzheimer’s, dementia and related neurological diagnoses.Our warm, welcoming, secure community has the perfect balance of private and public community living space, making it quaint, functional...
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My sister is in the Memory Care unit. What pleasant surroundings. She is reminded to come and eat and to go to activities. She has made friends and eats with them daily. She made no friends where she was...
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.
Oakwood Village University Woods is located on Madison's west side, set on 30 acres that include a nine-acre nature preserve. It is a part of Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries, a not-for-profit, Lutheran organization established in 1948. In addition to independent living, short-term rehab and...
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It was also recommended by a couple of the patients families that were already there. Amazing people there at Beehive. We looked at 4 places for dad. Beehive was chosen due to newer facility, proximity to my...
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.
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The facility is very nice inside and out. The owners and staff are kind patient and helpful with the residents and visiting family. They all are well trained and genuinely caring people. It is very...
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 is a family corporation that we are proud to be a part of and are extremely excited to build our own BeeHive family in the Village of Oregon.”BeeHive Homes of Oregon is a 16-unit specialized memory care facility that resembles and feels like a residential home. Residents and families can feel...
Photo of Home Again Assisted Living Columbus
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Very welcoming to strangers and new residents. Felt very much like home. It is small and in a small town which was mom's biggest request and they fit it perfectly. My only concern was the coordination...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Our beautiful Columbus Assisted Living Facility is crafted in warm earthy colors in a beautiful Prairie style charm. This location has unique features like an on-site chef, in-house beauty salon, remote patient monitoring and security system, and the latest in assisted living...
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The staff at Cardinal View Senior Living are amazing! My loved one's room is cleaned once a week and the facility is also clean. Communication with the family is great. The move in process went very smooth....
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.
See what life can be like at Cardinal View Senior Living. From our 5-Star restaurant-style dining room to our full theater, everyday is a gift waiting to be unwrapped.We train our staff to cater to your every need, providing an experience that seamlessly blends comfort, convenience, and care. Our...
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Photo of Parkside
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What we like the best is friendliness. They need to improve accessibility to the free shuttle bus. It is only available 3 days a week and some doctor appointments can't be made on those days. Also, they...
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.
Parkside Independent and Assisted Living in De Forest, WI, is located just 10 minutes north of Madison, WI. With its rich farmland, and rolling hills, De Forest is an up and coming community that is experiencing continuous growth — making it a desirable area for families. Residents who live at...
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I give all of these categories a 5! My mom really loves it there. The staff have been very helpful with any questions I have had.
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.
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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Photo of Milestone Senior Living Cross Plains
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It has been a great experience. The staff and Administration are fantastic and always ready to help. It is such a homey environment nestled in the hill amongst the country view! I have been to bigger...
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.
Milestone Senior Living is an assisted living community located in the scenic town of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin. Our community is located in a quiet setting, very close to residential neighborhoods but surrounded by the beauty of nature. Our well-manicured lawns and towering trees give...
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My mom moved in to independent living at Oak Park Place in Baraboo in November of 2022. She made friends, enjoyed some activities such as happy hour, bingo and some religious activities. She had a fall in...
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.
Oak Park Place at Baraboo is an upscale senior living community also offering Assisted Living and Memory Care in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Short or long term stays, we provide quality care in a comfortable environment.
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I was looking for a place to take my mom for respite because my dad needed rest for the week. I knew some of the employees prior to bringing her here so when she stayed with them, they were able to carry on...
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.
Artisan Senior Living provides quality care through our Assisted Living and Memory Care programs. All the Artisan communities are intimate with a friendly atmosphere and caring staff. Your monthly fee will include ; Three delicious home cooked meals per day , housekeeping and laundry services,...
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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.
Greenbriar residents enjoy privacy in lovely apartments furnished with their own pssessions. All meals and social events are held in a pleasant dinning/community area. Our residents pursue an independent lifestyle with the comforts that Greenbriar has to offer. Greenbriar offers its unique...
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The facility is always clean and the staff is caring. My mom is happy there.
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 Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Baraboo
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The day after I moved my loved one into the community, the community went on lock down. They have activities and place pictures on Facebook for families to see. They saved my sanity and I'm glad they...
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 Baraboo 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), a robust...
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The staff have been trying to meet my loved ones needs. The housekeeping tries to do a good job maintaining the community and the room clean. At the moment nurses have been more helpful than doctor's letting...
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.
Our House Memory Care Wisconsin Dells is located in the beautiful Wisconsin Dells area. This is senior living where support is offered for the elderly dealing with memory problems. This is a home like setting where residents will be given a private room that include a closet and bathroom. Each...
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They’re just a very nice clean place. There’s a lovely atmosphere and great landscaping with lots of flowers. The maintenance and upkeep is very good. The food looks and smells great. The kitchen is right...
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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 Dells 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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Our House Assisted Care is very homey. The staff is very supportive to each individual resident. They are very friendly to each person. The food is good. There is just a lack of fresh fruit. I also noticed...
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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 Lodi 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), a robust...
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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.
Our Senior Apartments in Richland Center offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of living in a community environment while maintaining independence and privacy. All Our House Senior Living RCAC Apartments offer a full complement of amenities and services including private apartments...
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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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I give all categories a 5. My dad really likes it there. The only thing he complains about is the van/bus they use to take trips. It's super old and has no shocks so the old folks are tossed around and could...
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.
Heritage of Portage is an assisted living community located in the town of Portage, Wisconsin. Portage is practically the picture of a traditional mid western small town, where school aged kids enjoy little league baseball in the spring and soccer in the fall, families gather at the park for...
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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...
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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.
Our Senior Apartments in Portage, WI offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of living in a community environment while maintaining independence and privacy. All Our House Senior Living RCAC Apartments offer a full complement of amenities and services including private apartments with...

Cost of assisted living in Sauk County, WI

The average cost of senior living in Sauk County is $4,521 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lone Rock, WI with an average of $3,556 per month.

Assisted living costs in Sauk County, WI, vs. nearby counties

Sauk County, WI
$4,521/mo

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

Sauk County, WI
$4,521/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Sauk County, WI, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,521/mo
$4,615/mo

Assisted living costs in Sauk County, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,647/mo
Private
$5,800/mo
Studio
$5,128/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,962/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,863/mo

Senior living costs in Sauk County 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: Sauk County, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSauk County, WIWisconsinU.S.
Assisted Living$4,521/mo$4,404/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,615/mo$4,433/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,003/mo$3,545/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Sauk County, WI:$4,521/mo
Wisconsin:$4,404/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Sauk County, WI:$4,615/mo
Wisconsin:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Sauk County, WI:$4,003/mo
Wisconsin:$3,545/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sauk County, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sauk County 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 median 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
Sauk County, WI$5,817/mo$5,499/mo+5.8%
Wisconsin$5,258/mo$5,351/mo-1.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Sauk County, WI
2024 average cost:$5,817/mo
2023 average cost:$5,499/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$5,258/mo
2023 average cost:$5,351/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sauk County, 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 Sauk County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sauk County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sauk County

Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue

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 Independent Living Apartments a CCRC 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.

Milestone Senior Living Stoughton

4.0
The staff that is there are wonderful, they have done a great job given the circumstances but there is a high turnover rate outside of the day to day staff. The director is trying her best, but communication with the staff and families has started to lack. The life enrichment coordinator is ...
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Sauk County review score based on 287 family reviews

6.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 287 reviews of 159 Sauk County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sauk County 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

Sauk County review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Sauk County, WI159 facilities
6.7
Rock Springs, WI34 facilities
7.8
Loganville, WI25 facilities

Review subcategories for Sauk County 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 287 reviews of 159 Sauk County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sauk County 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.
Sauk County, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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*Learn more about cost details

Sauk County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sauk County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sauk County, 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 Sauk County 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 Sauk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sauk County, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.1%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sauk County 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 Sauk County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sauk County, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sauk County 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 Sauk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sauk County, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sauk County 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 Sauk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sauk County, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
25.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sauk County 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 Sauk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sauk County, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
35.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sauk County

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 Sauk County protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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