Page 5 of Best Hospice Care in Wisconsin

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Overview of The Pavilion at Glacier Valley

The Pavilion at Glacier Valley delivers skilled nursing, long-term nursing home care, hospice support, and respite stays in Slinger, Wisconsin. Clinical programs feature on-site rehabilitation services, IV therapy, and structured pain management programs. Short-term respite options allow temporary relief for family caregivers, while discharge planning and resource assistance guide residents through the transition back home.

Thi of Wisconsin operates this 106-bed center at Hartford under the direction of administrator Dawn Gordon. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours and 17 minutes per resident throughout the facility. Amenities include restaurant-style dining options and outdoor picnic spaces for residents to enjoy. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment.

Prospective representatives can contact The Pavilion at Glacier Valley to learn about admission procedures, tour the campus grounds, or discuss clinical care capabilities.

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

Contact The Pavilion at Glacier Valley

Overview of Shell Lake Health Care Center

Offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, and respite care, Shell Lake Health Care Center is a nursing home in Shell Lake, Wisconsin. The community provides nursing services to ensure residents receive continuous clinical support. Moreover, those seeking short-term stays are welcome with respite services.

Additionally, short-term rehabilitation provides a temporary setting for recovery, with physical, occupational, or speech therapy addressing movement, daily activities, or communication. With 50 beds, the community is among the smaller communities where staff and residents can get to know each other. Occupancy is at 83%, with 42 beds currently in use.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 42 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are also accepted, allowing families to use multiple ways to cover care costs. Jennie Klassa serves as administrator, while Shell Lake SNF operates the community.

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Nursing Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

Contact Shell Lake Health Care Center

Overview of Meadowbrook at Oconto Falls

Meadowbrook at Oconto Falls offers a high standard of quality skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents; they are guaranteed to rejuvenate and recover in a safe and comfortable environment. Meadowbrook at Oconto Fallas does its best to ensure everyone can thrive in a home that gets to know its residents and empowers them to embrace a new chapter in their lives.

Specializing in long-term care and short-term rehabilitation, its comprehensive medical programs help boost a speedy recovery. These include respiratory care, cardiac rehab, dietician help, hospice care, and 24/7 nursing services.  

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

Contact Meadowbrook at Oconto Falls

Francis House

3601 S Chicago Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Overview of Francis House

Francis House provides hospice care in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, serving people with terminal illnesses who need end-of-life care in a residential setting. It opened in 1991 and has 64 beds. Chi Living Communities operates the community.

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care

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Overview of Meadowbrook at Black River Falls

Meadowbrook at Black River Falls in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, delivers care across assisted living, nursing home services, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite programs. Assisted living assists residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while maintaining private apartment living. End-of-life hospice support and short-term respite admissions give families flexible care options during transitions or caregiver breaks. Specialized on-site programs include physical rehabilitation, cardiac rehab, respiratory care, bariatric services, and dietitian-guided meal planning.

This 500-bed campus is run by operator Brf Nursing And Rehab and administrator Monica Thomas. Daily nursing staff time averages 4 hours and 3 minutes per resident across the community. Set in a neighborhood with a 52 walk score, the location provides walkable access to select local services for residents who no longer drive. Accepted payment methods include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Prospective families are invited to contact Meadowbrook at Black River Falls to gather detailed service descriptions, verify current bed availability, or organize a tour.

Types of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

Contact Meadowbrook at Black River Falls

Overview of Pine Crest Nursing Home

Pine Crest Nursing Home offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Merrill, WI. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers supervision in a setting suited to someone at risk of wandering. Hospice focuses on comfort at the end of life, palliative care supports symptom relief during serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, including someone who needs both memory support and nursing care. Pine Crest has 120 beds, with private and semi-private rooms for residents who want either an individual room or a shared living arrangement. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 48 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident. In-house therapy and rehabilitation allow residents to receive therapy within the community rather than arranging services elsewhere. The Stay Active program provides a structured activity option, and a doctor on staff provides physician input within the community.

Pine Crest Nursing Home is administered by Ryan Hanson and operated by Lincoln County. A Walk Score of 60 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Overview of Golden Years of Lake Geneva

Golden Years of Lake Geneva offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, hospice care, and independent living in Lake Geneva, WI. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Hospice care supports comfort-focused care at the end of life, while rehabilitation services support recovery or help residents maintain function after illness or injury. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving between care settings can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially.

With 54 beds, the community is smaller in size. This may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. The home opened in 2018 and is operated by Golden Years Nursing Home, with Jonathan Stankevitz as administrator.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means paying directly. A Walk Score of 76 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Types of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Independent Living Nursing Home Skilled Nursing

Contact Golden Years of Lake Geneva

Overview of Christian Community Home of Osceola

Christian Community Home of Osceola provides nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and memory care in Osceola, Wisconsin. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks, independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and hospice care supports end of life needs.

The range of care levels may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time. With 40 beds, the home has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Total nurse staffing is 4h 38m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Families can use Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid when savings may not cover a long stay, or private pay. Rehabilitation services include Transitional Care & Rehabilitation and short term rehabilitation, so recovery support is available on site. A salon provides grooming services, and transportation supports rides for residents who need them.

Religious services provide an opportunity for worship. Restaurant style meals with numerous menu options are available, with assistance to meals for residents who need it. Respite care offers short stays for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet while living at the community. A Walk Score of 64 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain destinations independently. Heidi Mcgeehan serves as the administrator.

Types of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home Skilled Nursing

Contact Christian Community Home of Osceola, Inc

Overview of Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Rhinelander

Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Rhinelander provides nursing home, hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Rhinelander, WI. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include 24-hour nursing coverage, while hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care.

Respite care provides short-term stays. This can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The home has 122 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 3 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public coverage options alongside direct payment. Semi-private rooms, private rooms, and suites are available, covering shared and private accommodations.

An in-house staff therapy team provides short-term rehab, stroke rehab therapy, outpatient therapy, and advanced wound management within the community. Designated rehabilitation wings support residents receiving these services. Daily recreational activities and outings give residents organized opportunities beyond their rooms, with transportation available for those activities. Salon and beautician or barber services are also available on site, so residents can receive grooming services within the community.

Shelly Sontag serves as the administrator, and Rg-Rhinelander operates the community. The range of nursing, hospice, respite, and skilled nursing services may make the home a fit for residents who need 24-hour nursing coverage, end-of-life support, short-term caregiver relief, or rehabilitation and wound management.

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

Contact Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Rhinelander

Overview of Rennes Health and Rehab Center-East

Rennes Health and Rehab Center East offers nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Peshtigo, WI. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care focuses on comfort for a resident nearing the end of life.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia or at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time and who may be able to remain within the same community as care requirements grow.

With 50 beds, the home is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. At 99% occupancy, nearly all beds are in use, which affects how many vacancies are available at a given time.

Private and semi private rooms and suites are available, giving residents the option of living alone or sharing a room. Designated therapy wings and rehabilitation services support short term rehab and outpatient therapy within the center, while the PWR! Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery program offers a program specifically for people with Parkinson’s disease.

Outdoor areas with paved walking paths and gazebos provide places to spend time outside. Daily recreational activities, outings, free admission transportation, and beautician or barber services add scheduled activities and personal care services.

Total nurse staffing is 3h 56m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse time allocated per resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted.

Brandon Willms serves as the administrator, and Tdr operates the community. A Walk Score of 40 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

Types of Care Available

Hospice Care Memory Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing

Contact Rennes Health and Rehab Center-East

Hospice Care in Wisconsin at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 46/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Wisconsin. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 70The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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