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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Big Bend, WI

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The cost of independent living in Big Bend is about $2,741 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 527 options.

Read 5808 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Milwaukee, Brookfield and Waukesha.

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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The staff was friendly and really knew what they were doing. Very satisfied. Would give a very positive rating.
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.
Larson House in Columbus, Wisconsin is an assisted living center with one and two bedroom apartments that provides quality care to the elderly. They accept all kinds of payment for insurance including Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurances. Each room or suite has many amenities. We have a 24...
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Cost of independent living in Big Bend, WI

The average cost of senior living in Big Bend is $2,741 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Bend, WI with an average of $2,449 per month.

Independent living costs in Big Bend, WI, vs. state and national averages

Big Bend, WI
$2,741/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Big Bend, WI, vs. other senior living options

$7,760/mo
Independent Living
$2,741/mo

Independent living costs in Big Bend, WI, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,489/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,125/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,220/mo

Senior living costs in Big Bend 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: Big Bend, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Bend, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$2,741/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,771/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,760/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Big Bend, WI:$2,741/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Big Bend, WI:$5,771/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Big Bend, WI:$7,760/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Big Bend, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Bend 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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Independent living cost trends in Big Bend, WI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Big Bend 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
Big Bend, WI$2,363/mo$2,558/mo-7.6%
Wisconsin$2,867/mo$2,990/mo-4.1%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Big Bend, WI
2024 average cost:$2,363/mo
2023 average cost:$2,558/mo
Percent change:-7.6%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$2,990/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Big Bend

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Bend

Regency Muskego

5.0
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

5.0
We think this is a really good community and every time we come to visit things look clean and well taken care of. The outside of the building and everything around it is well maintained. The property manager [name removed] has been so wonderful to work with. She has been very helpful, ...
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Big Bend independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Bend independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Bend, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Bend independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Bend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Bend, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
23.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Bend independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Bend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Bend, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Bend independent 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 independent living communities in Big Bend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Bend, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
16.2%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.7%
47.6%
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Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, Library Square and The Waterford at West Bend are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Bend, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 527 independent living facilities near Big Bend, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Big Bend, Wisconsin are Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, Library Square and Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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