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10 Best Nursing Homes in Marathon County, WI

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Marathon County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Marathon County, WI may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Marathon County or another care type is right for you. Browse 31 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Marathon County.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Marathon County, WI

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Photo of Azura Memory Care of Wausau
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I took first opening. I am happy that lt worked out. It was not to many to choose from at the time, so I picked this community.
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.
Transforming the Culture of Memory CareProviding compassionate care begins with a secure, warm setting. When people with memory loss feel at home, they respond more positively and interact more with others.Our relationship-based care philosophy called MOSAIC recognizes each person is an...
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A friend was recently admitted to Applegate Terrace. I've been able to visit her in the evenings 3 times now. Although I can't judge her overall care, due to my limited visits, I do know that every time...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Applegate Terrace has been serving it's community for close to 14 years. We are a 53 bed Assisted Living Community with an 8 bed Memory unit. Applegate Terrace and Reflections is located blocks away from Aspirus Wausau Hospital. We are also attached to a skilled nursing facility known as Wausau...
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When we toured Copperleaf Memory Care, we were impressed with the staff and the attention they give to their residents. The staff interacts with the residents and the residents interact with the staff. ...
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.
At Copperleaf Memory Care of Schofield, 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 not...
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Mountain Terrace was outstanding. My mom was only there for two months. The staff was wonderful. The staff knew our name and returned phone calls. They were great. They could have done a better job with the...
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.
Mountain Terrace Senior Living offers everything you need for a vibrant life and assurance for the future. We're conveniently located in Wausau, WI with a beautiful view of Rib Mountain. The senior lifestyle at Mountain Terrace includes an abundance of services, where you can enjoy...
Photo of Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Wausau
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We do not get to go inside occasionally however the bathrooms could be cleaned a little bit better. We do believe our loved one is getting really good care. There is not much activities going on because of...
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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Wausau is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus snacks), a robust...
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I don't have one bad thing to say about the facility. When I need a place to go I can only hope they are still open. The management was VERY understanding, compassionate, empathetic, and kind. Very...
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.
Wellington Place at Rib Mountain is a friendly assisted living community with a legacy of excellence in senior care. Independence and quality of life a are always promoted and caring, professional staff are nearby to help with activities of daily living, ensuring the comfort and safety of our...
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I have been very pleased with Care Partners Assisted Living and Memory Care. We chose this facility because I was in a time crunch and they were very accommodating and receptive to our needs. The room sizes...
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.
Care Partners Assisted Living in Weston (5905 Delikowski Street) is a 20 bed assisted living facility that offers a secure and home-like environment for our residents. It is located near medical facilities, as well as numerous shopping, dining and recreational facilities. The facility provides...
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My Mother was given a 30 day letter of eviction from another facility and [name removed[ at Tender Reflections was Amazing. She evaluated my Mother and father right away. My Father and I toured the place...
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.
Tender Reflections:Our mission is to be the preferred assisted living provider specializing in memory care, offering value and encouraging independence in a fulfilling, nurturing, safe and supportive environment that exceeds our residents expectations, enrich the lives of those we serve and...
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They are keeping our loved one safe, healthy, and taken care of. We don't worry for his safety anymore.
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.
PROVIDING THE NEXT BEST THING TO HOME The Cedar Ridge Homes are single-story assisted living residences with seniors in mind. When living at home is no longer a safe or practical option, we offer an affordable, home-like atmosphere along with the assistance sometimes needed in our later adult...
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First, the staff never seem to be mean to staff or inconsiderate or condescending. They seem to treat them with respect. We have had challenges with over charging mom, not being easy to talk with anyone...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Basic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs,...
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Photo of Wausau Manor Nursing Home
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My mother-in-law went to rehab there and it went quite well because she didn't refuse to go to physical therapy or anything at that point. The people were very nice and the care was very good.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
On behalf of the staff at Colonial Manor welcome and thank you for considering our healthcare center. We take pride in offering a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents for both short and long-term care. Our interdisciplinary team—which includes medical...
Photo of Copperleaf Assisted Living of Marathon
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
At Copperleaf Assisted Living of Schofield, our philosophy of care is unique to Assisted Living. 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 not require...
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Primrose Retirement Community Of Wausau
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Wausau provide independent living and assisted living senior care in a country setting, within one mile of Grand Ave. Conveniently located between East Hill and Greenwood Hills County Club. Also centrally located between Aspirus and St. Clare's...
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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.
Photo of Acorn Hill Senior Living Community
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Traditions at Cedar Ridge Mosinee
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.
PROVIDING THE NEXT BEST THING TO HOME The Cedar Ridge Homes are single-story assisted living residences with seniors in mind. When living at home is no longer a safe or practical option, we offer an affordable, home-like atmosphere along with the assistance sometimes needed in our later adult...
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Photo of Primrose Memory Care Of Wausau
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.
Photo of Garden Apartments
Provides: Assisted 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.
Forest Park Village is a division of Homme Home, Inc. A Christian-based, not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing quality care for all persons for over 125 years. Our staffs of highly trained professionals are second to none in assuring that individual dignity in treatment is respected and...
Photo of Stone Crest Residence
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Marathon County, WI

The average cost of senior living in Marathon County is $4,106 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Auburndale, WI with an average of $3,884 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Marathon County, WI vs. nearby counties

Marathon County, WI
$4,106/mo
$4,037/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Marathon County, WI vs. the state and national average

Marathon County, WI
$4,106/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Marathon County vs. other types of senior living

$3,976/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,106/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Marathon County, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,350/mo
Studio
$5,206/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Marathon County over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Marathon County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Marathon County

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.

Tender Reflections of Weston

4.7
The facility and staff at Tender Reflections are wonderful! The facility is located in a beautiful setting with big windows that provide a nice view of central Wisconsin nature. The common areas are open, with clear walking paths, interactive screens and nice seating available. There are ...
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Sylvan Crossings on Evergreen in Wausau, WI

4.0
Unfortunately my father in law was only in this community for 11 days. He wasn't happy, so he moved back home. However I did feel this was a nice community. Its a smaller community compared to others, but it is a great facility overall. I would recommend it.

Marathon County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marathon County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marathon County, 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 Marathon County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Marathon County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marathon County, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
4.2%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.2%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.2%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Marathon County nursing homes

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 Marathon County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marathon County, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marathon County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Marathon County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marathon County, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Marathon County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Marathon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marathon County, WINational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
4.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marathon County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Marathon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marathon County, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
4.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
4.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
4.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Azura Memory Care of Wausau, Applegate Terrace and Copperleaf Memory Care of Schofield are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Marathon County, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 31 nursing homes facilities near Marathon County, Wisconsin. See the full list.

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