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My loved one is currently a resident at The Waterford at Colby and the experience at this facility has been great, so far. The staff is very friendly and always ready to answer any questions that we have....
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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We needed to get our loved one out of a previous community very quickly, and when we called Stoney River they made the move happen within hours - from then we have been very impressed. Our mother loves the...
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Stoney River Assisted Living and Memory Care community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved...
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I think they do a very nice job at Aster Retirement Community. The staff is friendly and hardworking, and the facility itself seems like a nice place. They've got a good variety of activities and events, and...
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.
Tenants of the Aster Assisted Living of Marshfield enjoy a lifestyle that connects contemporary elegance, tradition and the historic spirit of Marshfield! Consisting of 53 assisted living suites, the Aster of Marshfield provides a comfortable neighborhood setting, accented by manicured flower...
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, 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.
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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: 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.
There's something for everyone at Deerview Meadows.  A Senior Living community that offers the comforts of home with the security and enriching activities of a group home.  We work hard to make Deerview Meadows the kind of place where we would want our own mothers and fathers...
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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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The best place to put your loved one. They are so good to my mom. Not one complaint from my family about the care. I feel that I don't have to worry about her.
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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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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.
At Copperleaf Assisted Living of Marathon, our philosophy of care is unique to Assisted Living and Memory Care. By providing the finest in personal care, supportive services, and leisure activities, we strive to create a supportive environment for older individuals who cannot live alone, but do...

Cost of assisted living in Stratford, WI

The average cost of senior living in Stratford is $3,959 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wausau, WI with an average of $3,776 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Stratford, WI vs. nearby cities

Stratford, WI
$3,959/mo
$3,862/mo
$3,831/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Stratford, WI vs. the state and national average

Stratford, WI
$3,959/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Stratford vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,959/mo
$4,221/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Stratford, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$5,550/mo
Studio
$5,863/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,390/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Stratford over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Stratford, 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 Stratford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Stratford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Stratford

Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Wausau

5.0
I will never be able to convey my gratitude for [name removed], [name removed] and the entire Our House Team. The care they have shown for my loved one is unbeatable.

The Waterford at Colby

4.1
Moving our parents to assisted living was a huge change which they were skeptical toward. However in two months they've become very pleased as have myself and my 8 siblings. Thank you.

Applegate Terrace in Wausau, WI

5.0
What we really like about Applegate Terrace is that it's clean and comfortable and the staff are very warm and welcoming. Based on the experience we have had so far we would recommend this community to other families.

Stratford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stratford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stratford, 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 Stratford 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 Stratford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Stratford, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.7%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.3%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Stratford 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 Stratford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Stratford, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Stratford 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 Stratford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stratford, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.3%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
34.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Stratford 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 Stratford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stratford, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
30.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.3%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stratford 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 Stratford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stratford, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.3%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
28.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Stratford

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Wisconsin assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Stratford protect seniors.

Learn about Wisconsin Assisted Living regulations

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The Waterford at Colby, Azura Memory Care of Wausau and Applegate Terrace are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Stratford, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

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