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10 Best Nursing Homes in Merrimac, WI
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Merrimac 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 Merrimac, 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 Merrimac or another care type is right for you. Browse 19 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Merrimac.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Marquette Bungalows Historic District, Sherman Avenue Historic District and East Dayton Street Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Doylestown, Marcellon and Otsego.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Merrimac, WI
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My mom moved in to independent living at Oak Park Place in Baraboo in November of 2022. She made friends, enjoyed some activities such as happy hour, bingo and some religious activities. She had a fall in...
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.
Oak Park Place at Baraboo is an upscale senior living community also offering Assisted Living and Memory Care in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Short or long term stays, we provide quality care in a comfortable environment.
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I was looking for a place to take my mom for respite because my dad needed rest for the week. I knew some of the employees prior to bringing her here so when she stayed with them, they were able to carry on...
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.
Artisan Senior Living provides quality care through our Assisted Living and Memory Care programs. All the Artisan communities are intimate with a friendly atmosphere and caring staff. Your monthly fee will include ; Three delicious home cooked meals per day , housekeeping and laundry services,...
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Our House Assisted Care is very homey. The staff is very supportive to each individual resident. They are very friendly to each person. The food is good. There is just a lack of fresh fruit. I also noticed...
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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 Lodi 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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The day after I moved my loved one into the community, the community went on lock down. They have activities and place pictures on Facebook for families to see. They saved my sanity and I'm glad they...
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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 Baraboo 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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Greenbriar residents enjoy privacy in lovely apartments furnished with their own pssessions. All meals and social events are held in a pleasant dinning/community area. Our residents pursue an independent lifestyle with the comforts that Greenbriar has to offer. Greenbriar offers its unique...
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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.
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.
The Ridges Memory Care will give you everything that you need if you are dealing with memory related ailments. Some of these ailments might include Alzheimer's disease and dementia. These are the types of ailments that people end up dealing with for the rest of their lives, which is why it's...
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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.
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.
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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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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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.
As a premier 13 bed assisted living facility we offer the best care to all residents in our home at affordable rates. We take pride in providing an enriching environment for all so they can thrive during their senior years. This environment includes nothing but high quality care, enriching...
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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.
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 nursing homes in Merrimac, WI
The average cost of senior living in Merrimac is $4,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Freedom, WI with an average of $3,883 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrimac, WI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Merrimac, WI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Merrimac
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Merrimac
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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Our House Senior Living Senior Apartments - Portage
4.0
My mother is having a hard time adjusting to this community, but I do feel she is in good hands, This is a good community with kind people . The staff is kind, and trying their best to help her adjust. They have nice activities, and good meals available for the residents. They do a good job ...
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Coventry Village in Madison, WI
4.3
Coventry Village is a nice place, beautifully appointed. The staff seemed to be over-worked. Sometimes it would take an hour for someone to come after the call button was pushed. My mother was not a demanding person at all. I was able to meet other residents and staff and everyone was very ...
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Merrimac nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrimac nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrimac, 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 Merrimac 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 Merrimac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrimac, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.7%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merrimac 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 Merrimac Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrimac, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrimac 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 Merrimac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrimac, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrimac 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 Merrimac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrimac, WINational
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
0.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
6.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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New Perspective Sun Prairie, Brookdale Middleton Stonefield and Talamore Sun Prairie are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Merrimac, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
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