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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Stoughton, WI

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The cost of independent living in Stoughton is about $3,956 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 75 options. Read 583 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.
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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.
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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.
Chapel Valley in nestled in a park-like setting in Fitchburg, WI just 15 minutes away from Madison's beautiful State Capitol building, the new Overture Performing Arts Center and the University of Wisconsin. Our campus includes 111 distinctive senior apartments that are housed in two traditional...
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Would be nice to have resident manager on site for 49 hours per week. Apartments are in pretty good condition. Bathroom stalls could be updated so they are higher to accommodate handicap. Staff is helpful...
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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.
Chapel Valley Housing II is a senior housing community located in the beautiful, residential area of Fitchburg, Dane County, Wisconsin. Our property has a park-like setting with numerous walking paths and spacious outdoor areas for relaxing outdoors. We're also only about 15 minutes away from all...
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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.
Dempsey ManorAt Dempsey Manor you can enjoy the freedom of personal independence at our warm, friendly community.  Catered to individuals 55 and better, Dempsey Manor offers one and two bedroom apartment homes with full appliances, spacious floor plans, ample closet space and on-site laundry...
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This community was very good and the care staff are really good. We are happy with our loved one here.
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.
Welcome to Capitol Lakes! Capitol Lakes is downtown Madison, Wisconsin's only continuing care retirement community! Our entire campus is infused with the energy and inspiration of our vibrant location right in the heart of one of the Midwest's most sought after retirement destinations. We embrace...
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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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My wife and I live at this senior apartments and we are happy with it. The grounds and public area are clean. We have all the amenities to prepare our own meals. Everything is quiet nice too. The community...
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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.
Atwood CourtyardAtwood Courtyard is a senior apartment community, located right in the heart of the community in Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. Madison is a friendly community that is buzzing with a wide variety of activities. Spend a Saturday browsing through the Dane County Farmers Market,...
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The Resident Manager made my move so easy. She worked overtime to get my papers completed and lease signed so I could move in on the day I wanted. Went above and beyond to help me -- much appreciated.
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Stoughton, WI

The average cost of senior living in Stoughton is $3,956 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Footville, WI with an average of $2,862 per month.

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

Stoughton, WI
$3,956/mo
$4,139/mo
$4,126/mo

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

Stoughton, WI
$3,956/mo
U.S. national average
$4,091/mo

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

$4,627/mo
Independent Living
$3,956/mo

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

Studio
$5,545/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,138/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,713/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Stoughton over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Stoughton

Recent reviews for independent living in Stoughton

Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue

5.0
Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge Independent Living Apartments a CCRC in Madison, WI

4.0
The week day staff is compassionate and well trained and employed by Oakwood. The weekend staff is hired from an agency and the care and compassion is lacking. They are working on fixing this but claim there are not enough people interested in this type of work.

Milestone Senior Living Stoughton

4.0
The staff that is there are wonderful, they have done a great job given the circumstances but there is a high turnover rate outside of the day to day staff. The director is trying her best, but communication with the staff and families has started to lack. The life enrichment coordinator is ...
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Stoughton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stoughton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stoughton, 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 Stoughton 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 Stoughton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stoughton, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.2%
34.3%
No sugar
No sugar
24.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Stoughton 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 Stoughton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stoughton, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stoughton 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 Stoughton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stoughton, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
22.6%
44.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.3%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.3%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.8%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.5%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.2%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
41.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
27.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.8%
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Park Glen Apartments, The Waterford at Fitchburg and The Ridge at Madison are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stoughton, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 75 independent living facilities near Stoughton, Wisconsin. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Stoughton, Wisconsin are The Waterford at Fitchburg and Middleton Crossing, A Sky Active Living Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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