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Assisted living costs in Vilas average about $6,353 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 49 communities in Vilas. Our detailed directory has 710 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Madison, Verona and Stoughton.

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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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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It's a nice home-like setting as opposed to a large facility. The owner and all of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. I am very happy overall with what they have to offer and all of their services.
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.
At Deerfield Place Assisted Living Comfort, Dignity and Quality is our promise to you. As a premier eight bedroom, nine bed, assisted living facility we offer the best care to all residents in our home at affordable rates. We take pride in providing an enriching environment for all so they can...
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My mother was there when she lived in Wisconsin it was good but it was like a 4 out of 5 compared to the place mother moved to in California. There were not nearly as many volunteers at Harbor House 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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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.
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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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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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.
Unified Adult Family Home is a spacious, bright, cheerful 4-bedroom ranch style home with (2) full bathrooms, recreation room, a beautiful living room with fireplace, a large kitchen and dining room that overlooks a large and spacious yard. Unified Adult Family Home is located two miles from...
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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 have had my Uncle with [name removed] at Reynold’s Assisted Luving since last Summer and I’ve watched him bloom with the attention and stimulation. They all handle my uncle with humor and exacting care. ...
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.
Reynolds Assisted Living Home is located in Monona, WI, in the heart of the a residential community. The property is a renovated large four bedroom home with a spacious secured fenced in yard. The back yard consists of a  wooden deck where two large tables and a seat swing are...
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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 Applewood 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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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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We have had an excellent experience since my mothers move to this community. Everything is working out very well since her move here. She may not like because it is not home, but I know she is in good hands....
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.
Alterra Wynwood is an assisted living residence that is purposefully designed to meet the needs of the frail elderly in a comfortable, home-like environment. Alterra Wynwood features a “neighborhood” concept, with six small neighborhoods of resident rooms clustered around dining and living...
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This community was very good and the care staff are really good. We are happy with our loved one here.
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.
Welcome to Capitol Lakes! Capitol Lakes is downtown Madison, Wisconsin's only continuing care retirement community! Our entire campus is infused with the energy and inspiration of our vibrant location right in the heart of one of the Midwest's most sought after retirement destinations. We embrace...
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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.
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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.
Located in the city of Stoughton in Wisconsin, Holly's House Adult Family Home provides all the care services that aging adults will need. Families can feel secure when they leave their senior relatives in the caring hands of the staff here. In fact, many families from all over the state have...

Cost of assisted living in Vilas, WI

The average cost of senior living in Vilas is $6,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edgerton, WI with an average of $4,595 per month.

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

Vilas, WI
$6,353/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Vilas 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Vilas, 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%
Vilas, WI
2024 average cost:$5,906/mo
2023 average cost:$5,839/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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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 Vilas, 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 Vilas.

What families are saying about assisted living in Vilas

Recent reviews for assisted living in Vilas

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.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and responsiveness of staff members at various communities. For example, at New Perspective Sun Prairie, the staff call residents by name and are satisfied with the interactions. At The Sonnet at Tennyson, the exceptional staff provide excellent care and ...
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Variety of activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at communities. At New Perspective Sun Prairie, there are numerous options for residents to participate in. At Talamore Sun Prairie, the activities director hosts fun activities like bingo, movie nights, and craft sessions. How ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness is a top priority for residents and their families. At Madison Pointe Senior Living, the staff keep the facilities clean and the residents feel comfortable. At Pepperwood Senior Living and Memory Care at Madison, the apartment facilities are nice and a good value for the money. H ...
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Comfortable and homey atmosphere. Several residents appreciate the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their communities. At New Perspective Sun Prairie, the place feels like a hotel with a pool and a variety of daily activities. At Charter Senior Living of Madison, the facility is more like a country-like setting with a lovely ...
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Individualized care plans. Some reviews mention the importance of customized care plans for each resident. At Eden Vista Madison, the staff work well to accommodate individual needs and manage challenging personalities. At Talamore Sun Prairie, the attentive staff please everyone and respond promptly when needed.
Clear communication with families. Families value regular and clear communication from the staff at their communities. At New Perspective Sun Prairie, the staff call residents by name and keep families informed. At Eden Vista Madison, the lines of communication remain open, even during difficult situations. However, some fami ...
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Vilas review score based on 102 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 102 reviews of 42 Vilas assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Vilas 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

Vilas review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Vilas, WI42 facilities
6.5
Portage, WI0 facilities
8.0
Monroe, WI0 facilities

Review subcategories for Vilas 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 102 reviews of 42 Vilas assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Vilas 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.
Vilas, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.6
Friendliness
3.3
3.6
Care services
2.8
3.3
Staff
3.2
3.5
Meals & dining
2.9
3.2
Activities
2.8
3.2
Value for cost*
2.9
3.3
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Vilas assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vilas assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vilas, 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 Vilas 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 Vilas that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Vilas, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Vilas 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 Vilas Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Vilas, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.3%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.7%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
35.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Vilas 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 Vilas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vilas, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Vilas 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 Vilas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vilas, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vilas 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 Vilas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vilas, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.5%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.5%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Vilas

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