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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dexter, WI
The cost of independent living in Dexter is about $3,042 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 89 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Fond du Lac, Elkhart Lake and Ripon.
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Beautiful facility. Free transportation. Lots of activities to choose from. It's a great place. She's made a lot of friends. They've been struggling with food service. Frequent change in chefs and...
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.
Lake View Place is ideally located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Lake Winnebago with its beautiful views, parks and wonderful waterfront restaurants is 1/2 mile to the north and the University of Wisconsin is 1/2 mile west of our community. Last year we held our 'Lunch and Learn Presentation' which...
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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
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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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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
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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.
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...
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This assisted living community has catered to everything my mom needs. What I like most about the community are the staff. They're attitude and care shows what good people they while providing her individual...
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.
Brookdale Fond du Lac is an assisted living community in the historic town of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Our community offers dedicated senior living services in a home-like community where our residents are considered family. Fond du Lac means 'bottom of the lake' in French, named for its location...
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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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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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
It's easy to see how Deerview Meadows offers an assisted living experience with a difference. Personalized, quality care and supportive surroundings help create the ideal setting for meeting personal care needs. The Fond du Lac facility is located on a quiet cul-du-sac. Friendly,...
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I am so thankful for Adelaide Place. Our family recently needed a place for our great aunt and we were amazed at the flexibility and personalized help we got from the team. They truly care about her and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Adelaide Place is a comfortable assisted living community located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Located at the base of one of the country’s largest inland lakes, Fond du Lac offers majestic natural views during all four seasons of the year. Fond du Lac is conveniently located a mere hour away from...
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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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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So far, things are going well here. The home itself is nice and clean and they seem to keep it maintained well. The staff is nice and they give a lot of attention to the residents. It is homey and inviting.
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
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Dexter, WI
The average cost of senior living in Dexter is $3,042 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Green Lake, WI with an average of $2,773 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Dexter
Recent reviews for independent living in Dexter
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.
New Perspective Island Shores in Neenah, WI
5.0
Our experience with Island Shores has been a very good one overall. The facility is clean and well kept, and the person that we worked with, Rebecca, was a huge help throughout the whole process.
Adelaide Place in Fond du Lac, WI
5.0
I'm grateful that the staff at Adelaide Place tries to take into consideration all the residents' preferences, even though it's not easy. I can hardly make my own family happy with a dinner choice because so many people like different things.
My family member has received very good care there, ...
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Dexter independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dexter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dexter, 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 Dexter 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 Dexter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dexter, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dexter 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 Dexter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dexter, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
42.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dexter 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 Dexter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dexter, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
5.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
5.6%
45.7%
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New Perspective Island Shores, American Grand Assisted Living Suites and The Residence at Oshkosh are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dexter, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 19 independent living facilities near Dexter, Wisconsin. See the full list.
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