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The cost of independent living in Tennyson is about $2,090 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 108 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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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.
At Applewood 55+ Adult Community we offer 91 one and two bedroom units. Located in a residential neighborhood on the west side of Dubuque, Applewood has convenient proximity to tri-state attractions and amenities including shopping and medical facilities. Residents enjoy catered meals as well as...
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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.
At the Academy you’ll find 33 - 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes for those 55 and better. The Academy overlooks the beautiful countryside of southwest Wisconsin. The grounds at The Academy boast ample places to walk, enjoy nature, and just spend quiet time. The historic architecture and beauty of...
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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.
Originally built as a school in 1893, for nearly 100 years the building was used to educate and foster thousands of East Dubuque’s young people. Now the building will foster the individual growth and independence for some of those same people as seniors. It is a totally unexpected homecoming for...
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.
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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.
At The Woodlands, you’ll find 42 - 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes for those 55 and better. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood on the west side of Dubuque, the Woodlands has convenient proximity to tri-state attractions and amenities. Residents enjoy monthly catered meals as well as...
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Tennyson, WI

The average cost of senior living in Tennyson is $2,090 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodman, WI with an average of $1,495 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tennyson, WI vs. nearby cities

Tennyson, WI
$2,090/mo
$2,090/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tennyson, WI vs. the state and national average

Tennyson, WI
$2,090/mo
U.S. national average
$4,147/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Tennyson vs. other types of senior living

$3,538/mo
Independent Living
$2,090/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Tennyson, WI by room type

Studio
$4,035/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,095/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,322/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Tennyson

Recent reviews for independent living in Tennyson

Sienna Crest - Platteville

5.0
It has been an especially good stay here. The women who assist us are very thoughtful, the food is good, things clothes and bedding are kept clean. They do a great job!

Oak Park Place - Dubuque

4.0
1 my husband was having health problems and that's the reason we moved here to be close to kids but everybody has been really nice and very helpful 2 it could be a little better. It looks like somethings are just old and need to be replaced like carpeting, and outdoor decks need to be power ...
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Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place in Dubuque, IA

5.0
Eagle Pointe Place is just what we needed. It's a friendly place. There are plenty of things going on. The apartment is very nice. It's spacious and clean, with lots of closet space. It's almost too big! But it's better to have too much space than not enough. The only thing I think might ...
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Tennyson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tennyson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tennyson, 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 Tennyson 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 Tennyson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tennyson, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.1%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.1%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
3%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Tennyson 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 Tennyson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tennyson, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.1%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
6.1%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tennyson 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 Tennyson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tennyson, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
12.1%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.1%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.1%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.2%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.1%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.1%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.2%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
15.2%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
6.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.1%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.1%
45.6%
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Sienna Crest - Platteville, Oak Park Place - Dubuque and Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tennyson, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 40 independent living facilities near Tennyson, Wisconsin. See the full list.

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