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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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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.
A Loving Home is an eight-bed community based residential facility. We are nestled in a quiet neighborhood of Brookfield, Wisconsin and accept elderly adults who suffer from dementia but can live in a social community. There is no admission fee and all residents receive excellent care at A...
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I am giving Franciscan Place a 5 star, not because "everything" is perfect, that would be realistically impossible. However, they do take very good care of my mom and they strive to do their best. My mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of assisted living in Merton, WI

The average cost of senior living in Merton is $4,386 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oconomowoc Lake, WI with an average of $4,328 per month.

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

Merton, WI
$4,386/mo
$4,408/mo
$4,408/mo

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

Merton, WI
$4,386/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,386/mo
$4,456/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,470/mo
Studio
$5,779/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,646/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,626/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Merton over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Merton, 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 Merton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Merton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Merton

Spero Heritage in Watertown, WI

4.7
Heritage Homes is my choice for the place I call "home". It offers the amenities I value, such as central air conditioning, a parking garage that is easy to navigate in, craft room usage for my prized stash of craft materials, spacious living in square footage the size of a house, quiet home ...
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Azura Memory Care of Oconomowoc

5.0
My mother went to Heaven last June. I loved all the people at Azura in Oconomowoc. From the secretary to the kitchen staff and all of the in between! Very clean facility. Staff cares for everyone! No one is alone . When I left Mom to come home I know she was in good hands. I even go in facility ...
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The Waterford at West Bend

4.0
The Waterford checked all the boxes for Mom. After living alone in her own home for 40 years, she didn't know how she'd adapt to community living. She did not want to walk long halls with confusing floor plans and elevators. The Waterford is small and a single story which has made her transition ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Numerous reviews at Oak Hill Terrace highlight the kindness and care of the staff members towards residents. They go above and beyond to accommodate individual needs and make everyone feel at home.
Varied activities and socialization. Residents at Oak Hill Terrace enjoy a diverse range of activities, from crafts and cards to music and outdoor excursions. These offerings help foster a sense of community and keep seniors engaged.
Caring and helpful caregivers. At Legacy Assisted Living - Pewaukee, caregivers are commended for their attentiveness and dedication to residents' well-being. Their kindness and initiative in assisting with daily needs are mentioned frequently.
Delicious and customizable meals. Meals at Autumn Bay of Pewaukee are a highlight for residents, with many expressing appreciation for the chef's ability to cater to dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for Mission Creek consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, both in terms of the private living spaces and common areas.
Personal connections and sense of community. At The Arboretum, the staff's dedication to creating a welcoming and inclusive community shines through in the many personal interactions and connections formed between residents and caregivers.
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Merton review score based on 59 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 59 reviews of 29 Merton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Merton review score compared against nearby cities

6.0
Merton, WI29 facilities
5.9
Hartland, WI33 facilities
5.4
Chenequa, WI28 facilities

Review subcategories for Merton assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 59 reviews of 29 Merton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Merton resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.5
4.1
Staff
4.1
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
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Merton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merton, 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 Merton 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 Merton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merton, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.4%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.3%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.2%
49%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.9%
54.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merton 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 Merton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merton, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.4%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.8%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merton 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 Merton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merton, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
13.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Merton 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 Merton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merton, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.2%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
20.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.2%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merton 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 Merton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merton, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.2%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.5%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.6%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.7%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.1%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.1%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Merton

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 Merton protect seniors.

Learn about Wisconsin Assisted Living regulations

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