Residents and families frequently describe the staff as compassionate and attentive.
Many reviews focus on the day-to-day tone of care, with praise for nurses, CNAs, and the broader team as kind, friendly, and professional. Several visitors describe feeling comfortable asking questions and getting help, and others say staff put residents’ needs first. A few reviews also mention fast response to call lights and smooth coordination between departments during rehab.
common16 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Reviews repeatedly highlight a steady schedule of activities.
A large share of reviews mention frequent activities and an engaging environment, including outings, games, and themed moments. Families and staff members describe activities as a key part of life there, with residents encouraged to get out of their rooms and socialize. Reviews also mention community-style touchpoints like happy hour and group events tied to holidays.
common11 reviews mention this
Facilities are described as clean
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness and well-kept common areas.
Several reviews describe the facility as clean, comfortable, and generally well maintained, including common areas and rooms. Some also note that the environment feels ready for visitors, and one review specifically calls out keeping residents comfortable during colder weather. At the same time, a smaller set of negative reviews raise concerns about dirt and cleanliness in specific areas.
common6 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed but present
Residents mention meals often, with opinions ranging from okay to very good.
Some reviews describe the food as very good or delicious, while others say it was just okay. A few reviews connect meals to the overall experience by describing dining as part of daily life and activities. The community also offers support for special diets, which aligns with residents needing meal adjustments.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Basic care gaps are a concern
A subset of reviews reports serious lapses in care.
Several negative reviews describe inadequate help with basic needs, including call light response and assistance with toileting and changing. A few residents or families also report medication concerns and issues that affected comfort and skin health. These reviews paint a consistent picture of care not meeting expectations during higher-need periods.
common4 reviews mention this
Outdoor and furnished living spaces
Reviews and amenities both point to comfortable, set-up spaces.
The listing includes furnished rooms, housekeeping, and outdoor space, which matches reviews that describe rooms as comfortable and the facility as inviting. One visitor also notes that room styles vary from hospital-like to more home-like setups. A few reviews also mention practical comforts like parking and basic building upkeep.
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Features
Housing
14 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Phill's Bar and Grill Chetek Wi (0.3 miles)
Bob's Grill (0.3 miles)
Northlakes Drive In (0.4 miles)
Chetek Cafe (0.4 miles)
Subway (0.6 miles)
Gilligans (1.5 miles)
Pokegama Inn (1.6 miles)
Cafes
Caribou Coffee (0.4 miles)
Sherry's Happy Hour Cafe (8.1 miles)
Badger Brew Coffee Loft (13.6 miles)
Pharmacies
Northwest Wisconsin Health Mart Pharmacies (0.4 miles)
Ohde Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
Home Town Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
Ohde Health Mart Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
Gordys Market Barron (11 miles)
Home Town Pharmacy (11.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (11.1 miles)
Places of Worship
Chetek Alliance Church Parsonage (0.4 miles)
Chetek Lutheran Church (0.7 miles)
Northwest Synod of Wisconsin (2 miles)
Towering Pines Community Church Assembly of God (7.7 miles)
Abundant Life Church (8.4 miles)
St Judes Catholic Church (9 miles)
First Baptist Church (9.9 miles)
Physicians
Marshfield Clinic Chetek Center (0.4 miles)
Springer Eyecare (11.2 miles)
Chippewa Valley Eye Clinic (12 miles)
Lakeview Medical Center (14.2 miles)
Marshfield Medical Center - Rice Lake (14.3 miles)
Parks
Wildwood Resort Playground (1.4 miles)
Babe & Phyl Park & Boat Landing (8.4 miles)
Dallas Playground (8.6 miles)
Dog park (11.6 miles)
Morris-Erickson County Park (12.6 miles)
Chippewa Moraine Ice Age Unit (13.4 miles)
Theaters
Stardust Drive-In Movie Theater (3.3 miles)
Transportation
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9 miles)
Lawrence National Lease (10.5 miles)
Hospitals
Mayo Clinic Health System (10.5 miles)
Barron Memorial Medical Center (10.6 miles)
St Joseph's Hospital Of The Hospital Sisters Of The Third Order Of St Francis (11.3 miles)
Atrium Senior Living Of Chetek is located at 708 Tainter Street, Chetek, WI 54728 in Rusk County, Wisconsin
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14 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Comprehensive amenities and round-the-clock care.
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