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The cost of independent living in Dakota is about $3,117 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 235 options. Read 806 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.

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Photo of Riverwood Senior Living
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8 reviews
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My parents lived at Riverwood Senior Living for more than 4 years. We cannot praise the caring staff enough. Their care of my parents was uniformly outstanding. A personal touch, a smile, a conversation,...
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 The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids
1414 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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75 reviews
9.3
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75 reviews
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My Mother has been a resident since[date removed]. The past year her care has improved more & more in every area & been amazing . The administrator is available & respectfully responds promptly to...
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.
Count on thoughtful amenities and convenient services at The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers a helping hand to residents who may appreciate assistance with the activities of daily living. We provide quality care that allows seniors to remain as...
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Photo of Dimensions Living Stevens Point
88 Photos available
9.2
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30 reviews
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Staff is friendly, kind, and helpful. All staff knew my mom's name and would greet her by name in the hallway, at meals, activities. Lots of different activities throughout the week. My mom enjoyed the...
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsOur community offers a huge range of senior living care options. Each one provides fantastic care in a comfortable setting that feels just like home, and that minimizes stress for you and your loved ones. Each also provides a huge range of options for events and...
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Photo of The Meadows of Fall River
77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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I would tell others looking to move here to count on prices going up a lot. Went from $[removed]. With no change in care level. At the time we were looking, this was more affordable. It is a newer facility...
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.
The quality of a care home all depends on the staff running it. Caring, compassionate staff should work around the clock to make sure that the resident is happy and healthy. The Meadows Assisted Living of Fall River, Wisconsin is one of the nicest care homes in the entire state. Fall River itself...
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Photo of Dimensions Living Appleton
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Staff and fellow residents were very welcoming. The room was very spacious as well. There were plenty of activities available to take part in. The activity director was outstanding and we could tell he...
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsIt’s time to upgrade your senior living, trading stress and hassle for a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. That’s what you’ll find in our comfortable, welcoming community. You’ll also find a place that feels just like home...
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9.0
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My grandmother was admitted there and it has been nothing short of royal! They cater to her, her meds are given on time, they have great meals and a wonderful dining experience. The staff are very polite and...
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.
Island Shores Independent and Assisted Living is located on historic Doty Island in Neenah, WI. Seconds away from doctors offices, Theda Clark Hospital, the YMCA and shopping, restaurants, and community parks — you will enjoy living in the Heart of Neenah! With studio, one, and two bedroom...
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Photo of Willow Brooke Point Senior Living CBRF
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25 reviews
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The only low comment I have was that the administrative staff was VERY hard to touch base with. Either no one was available or in a meeting, or office open but no one in it. The food staff, the cleaning...
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.
Willow Brooke Point Senior Living is a homelike assisted living residence located in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, Portage County. Willow Brooke offers the aging adult a tranquil environment overlooking our private pond with fishing, biking, and hiking trials nearby. Our ladies and gentlemen enjoy...
Photo of Aspire Oshkosh
1111 Photos available
3535 Floor plans available
8.6
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My mom, my husband, my siblings and I are all very pleased with Aspire. My mom is in independent living, so there isn't much medical care provided. They do provide an emergency call button and vaccinations...
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.
Photo of The Residence at Oshkosh
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8.6
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31 reviews
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The care my mother got from the staff at the residence was outstanding. We were in a situation that we had to get mom into assisted living fast. The team went way above and beyond to accommodate us by...
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 Residence at Oshkosh offers our residents some of the most impressive amenities and sought-after features currently available. Our Assisted Living community in Oshkosh, WI, right by the Fox River allows residents to hang up their hats and let our friendly staff take care of the details of...
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Photo of Keystone Manor Apartments
66 Photos available
8.5
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5 on all categories! Everything is working out really well for my loved one. I would highly recommend Keystone Manor Apartments.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Keystone Manor Apartments is a senior community located in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. Beaver Dam is a small city in Dodge County, and it is known for its numerous annual events that take place all throughout the year. Residents enjoy participating in events such as the Christmas Parade, the Dodge...
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Photo of LakeHouse Fond du Lac
77 Photos available
8.5
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42 reviews
8.5
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42 reviews
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Love the layout and rooms. Staff there is very nice, but understaffed a lot and Mom waits for showers, room cleaning once a week, being walked to dining room, especially on wknds. There is a nice variety of...
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.
LakeHouse Fond du Lac offers individualized care and compassionate independent living and assisted living. Ideally located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, LakeHouse Fond du Lac neighbors the beautiful views of Lake Winnebago along with scenic parks and waterfront dining options. Residents are welcome...
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Photo of Oak Park Place Menasha
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8.4
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27 reviews
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Working with the team at Oak Park Place Menasha has been a very good experience. My mom has been there a little over a year now in memory care. My mom is very happy there and that makes me happy. The...
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.
Choose a community with a professional, compassionate staff that knows you and understands your care and lifestyle needs. The decision to move to Oak Park Place offers peace of mind and endless opportunities to continue your way of life while you plan for the future in our senior living...
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Photo of Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Portage
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8.0
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8.0
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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
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.
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...
Photo of The Rivers of Portage
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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
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 River Run Assisted Living
33 Photos available
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River Run Assisted Living is a wonderful and caring place. What we like the most about the community is the staff. The staff are very kind, attentive and caring to the residents. The environment is also very...
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 Sylvan Crossings of Stevens Point
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The staff is very patient and gentle. The residents have a wide range of needs: paralysis, dementia, young people with mental deficit that require supervision,...The outdoor common area needs updating and...
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.
At Sylvan Crossings of Stevens Point, we understand the journey of memory loss — and we're here to walk it with you, every step of the way. Our dedicated Memory Care community offers a secure, nurturing environment where residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia receive compassionate...
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Photo of Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Reedsburg
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My mother has been here since December of 2018. It didn't take long for her to call this home. She loves having her own room where she can have her own furniture and decorations. The rooms are large, and...
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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Reedsburg 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...
Photo of Charleston House
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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I have recently recommended others to the Charleston and they have been very pleased as well so far. I would recommend to others and thanks for the guidance from A Place for Mom.
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.
Beaver Dam Assisted Living, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, is located just a few short blocks from Beaver Dam Lake offers 80 one bedroom apartments suitable for one or two people. The community is welcome and all the residents there are proud to call it home.Residents can spend their time visiting...
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Photo of Sienna Crest Lodi
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I recently moved into Sienna Crest Lodi. The home was recently updated. The home is clean and neat. The staff is very pleasant and very knowledgeable. The food is great. I enjoy all the activities and...
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.
Sienna Crest Lodi will give you everything that you need if you are dealing with memory related ailments. Some of these ailments might include Alzheimer's disease and dementia. These are the types of ailments that people end up dealing with for the rest of their lives, which is why it's important...
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Photo of St Francis Terrace
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The people make this facility. All are very untuned with residents. The fact that it is attached to the hospital and most medical care support is available I house makes it a major bonus. I had expected an...
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 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
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.
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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Photo of The Courtyard at Oshkosh
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The facility was very bright and clean. Residents were well cared for. Staff was always present. They were friendly and helpful to residents and visitors.
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 Sage Meadow Fond du Lac Suites
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Very welcoming. Lots of activities for the residents. [name removed] took the time to listen and follow up. She was willing to make it work.
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.
Sage Meadow Fond du Lac Suites is a life enriching assisted living community located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Located at the foot of one of the country's largest and most beautiful inland lakes, Fond du Lac is French for 'bottom of the lake,' which refers to its posturing at the bottom of Lake...
Photo of Park Vista - Waupaca
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It's a respectable, clean, and orderly place. I trust them with my family member. All the staff I've interacted with have been great. My loved one's biggest complaint is the food. Every so often she says...
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.
Park Vista Retirement Living is 94 unit senior independent and assisted living community located in the beautiful Chain O' Lakes area of Waupaca, in Northeastern WI.  Park Vista is located adjacent to the Fox Fire Golf Course, a beautifully manicured 18 hole championship golf...
Photo of Willow Ridge Assisted Living
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They just completely reversed our hopeless situation! They met every need we needed before we even knew that we needed it. I almost start crying when I think about how wonderful they have been and how...
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.
Willow Ridge Assisted Living is located in the close knit town of Ripon, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin. Conveniently located off W. Oshkosh Street on North Union, Willow Ridge offers several levels of senior living, including memory care for our residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s....

Cost of independent living in Dakota, WI

The average cost of senior living in Dakota is $3,117 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wautoma, WI with an average of $2,048 per month.

Independent living costs in Dakota, WI, vs. nearby cities

Dakota, WI
$3,117/mo
$2,048/mo
$2,195/mo

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

Dakota, WI
$3,117/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Dakota, WI, vs. other senior living options

$3,763/mo
Independent Living
$3,117/mo

Independent living costs in Dakota, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,800/mo
Studio
$4,942/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,049/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,762/mo

Senior living costs in Dakota 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: Dakota, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDakota, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$3,117/mo$3,544/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$3,818/mo$4,403/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,763/mo$4,433/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Dakota, WI:$3,117/mo
Wisconsin:$3,544/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Dakota, WI:$3,818/mo
Wisconsin:$4,403/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Dakota, WI:$3,763/mo
Wisconsin:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Dakota, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dakota 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
Dakota, WI$2,100/mo$2,300/mo-8.7%
Wisconsin$2,529/mo$2,509/mo+0.8%
National$2,927/mo$2,825/mo+3.6%
Dakota, WI
2024 average cost:$2,100/mo
2023 average cost:$2,300/mo
Percent change:-8.7%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,529/mo
2023 average cost:$2,509/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$2,927/mo
2023 average cost:$2,825/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dakota

Recent reviews for independent living in Dakota

Wellington Place at Whiting in Stevens Point, WI

5.0
Our Dad needed care that my Mom could not provide, but she did not quite see it that way. After touring some of the fancy senior living places in town, Mom chose Wellington because it had a homey feel. The group dining room is brightly lit with huge windows and an indoor garden. There is a ...
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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.

Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Portage

4.0
My mother is having a hard time adjusting to this community, but I do feel she is in good hands, This is a good community with kind people . The staff is kind, and trying their best to help her adjust. They have nice activities, and good meals available for the residents. They do a good job ...
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Dakota independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dakota independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dakota, 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 Dakota 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 Dakota partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dakota, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dakota 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 Dakota communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dakota, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
10.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dakota 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 Dakota offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dakota, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.5%
46.4%
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