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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Owen, WI

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Assisted living costs in Owen average about $3,635 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Owen. Our detailed directory has 108 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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Need rooms with a ceiling lift's for those that can't stand. Better bathroom setup for wheelchairs. We would recommend this community to other families who are in need.
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.
Surround yourself with convenience and compassion at The Waterford at Colby. Our Assisted Living community in the charming city of Colby, Wisconsin offers a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. Enjoy an array of unique amenities, including...
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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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I really like the staff. They are so respectful and kind to my mother. The food is pretty good. I've eaten with mom several times. Mom says she always gets too much to eat.
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.
Colby Retirement Community To speak with an advisor about this community call: (866) 344-4946 510 W Wausau Colby, WI 54421 Phone: 715-223-1612 Facility License: 0011896 Assisted Living, Independent Living About Colby Retirement Community Colby Retirement Community is a senior living community in...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Owen, WI

The average cost of senior living in Owen is $3,635 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stanley, WI with an average of $3,236 per month.

Assisted living costs in Owen, WI, vs. nearby cities

Owen, WI
$3,635/mo
$3,688/mo
$3,919/mo

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

Owen, WI
$3,635/mo
U.S. national average
$4,707/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,635/mo
$4,402/mo

Assisted living costs in Owen, WI, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,600/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,800/mo

Senior living costs in Owen 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: Owen, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOwen, WIWisconsinU.S.
Assisted Living$3,635/mo$4,393/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,402/mo$4,429/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$1,913/mo$3,539/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Owen, WI:$3,635/mo
Wisconsin:$4,393/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Owen, WI:$4,402/mo
Wisconsin:$4,429/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Owen, WI:$1,913/mo
Wisconsin:$3,539/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Assisted living costs in Owen, WI, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Owen 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.

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Column location: Location
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Owen, WI$6,913/mo$5,471/mo+26.4%
Wisconsin$4,549/mo$4,577/mo-0.6%
National$4,588/mo$4,524/mo+1.4%
Owen, WI
2024 average cost:$6,913/mo
2023 average cost:$5,471/mo
Percent change:+26.4%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$4,549/mo
2023 average cost:$4,577/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$4,588/mo
2023 average cost:$4,524/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Owen, 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 Owen.

What families are saying about assisted living in Owen

Recent reviews for assisted living in Owen

Colby Senior Care

5.0
So far it's going pretty good. We don't have any major concerns over the cleanliness, or the staff. We are pretty happy with them so far, and we pretty much knew we wanted to come here from the beginning.

The Waterford at Colby

5.0
Such a caring wonderful facility for my mother. See is so happy to be able to stay Waterford. She loves the activities and attention that is given her. My encounters from my first call with the exec administrator on down has been excel1lent. Such good communication and willingness to answer ...
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Owen assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Owen assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Owen, 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 Owen 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 Owen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Owen, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Owen 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 Owen Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Owen, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Owen 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 Owen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Owen, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Owen 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 Owen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Owen, WINational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Owen 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 Owen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Owen, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
52.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20%
30.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Owen

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

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The Waterford at Colby, VitaCare Living Abbotsford and Homeplace of Dorchester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Owen, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 5 assisted living facilities near Owen, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Owen, Wisconsin is The Waterford at Colby. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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