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The best thing I like about Beehive of Sheridan is the home atmosphere. You have a nice room, living area, etc. It's small and it's homey because of the size, which we love. It's a very comfortable...
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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it's an awesome place!
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Virtual Tour set up let us know. We look forward to you experiencing our community without having to leave your home!Nestled in historic, beautiful Sheridan,...
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Shell, WY

The average cost of senior living in Shell is $4,122 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Basin, WY with an average of $3,338 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shell, WY, vs. nearby cities

Shell, WY
$4,122/mo
$3,511/mo
$3,338/mo

Assisted living costs in Shell, WY, vs. state and national averages

Shell, WY
$4,122/mo
$3,968/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Shell, WY, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,122/mo
$4,122/mo

Assisted living costs in Shell, WY, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,405/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,235/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,590/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,615/mo

Senior living costs in Shell 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: Shell, WY
Column state: Wyoming
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShell, WYWyomingU.S.
Assisted Living$4,122/mo$3,968/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,122/mo$3,968/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,122/mo$3,843/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Shell, WY:$4,122/mo
Wyoming:$3,968/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shell, WY:$4,122/mo
Wyoming:$3,968/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shell, WY:$4,122/mo
Wyoming:$3,843/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shell, WY, over time

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

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

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shell, WY$6,235/mo$4,812/mo+29.6%
Wyoming$3,000/mo$4,812/mo-37.6%
National$4,590/mo$4,631/mo-0.9%
Shell, WY
2024 average cost:$6,235/mo
2023 average cost:$4,812/mo
Percent change:+29.6%
Wyoming
2024 average cost:$3,000/mo
2023 average cost:$4,812/mo
Percent change:-37.6%
National
2024 average cost:$4,590/mo
2023 average cost:$4,631/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shell, WY

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 Shell.

Shell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shell, 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 Shell 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 Shell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
53.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
49.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shell 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 Shell Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shell 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 Shell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shell 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 Shell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shell, WYNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shell 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 Shell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shell

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 Wyoming assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shell protect seniors.
Learn about Wyoming assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Willow Creek of Sheridan, Cascades of Sugarland Ridge and New Horizons Care Center are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shell, Wyoming. See full list of communities.
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