Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are kind, attentive, and supportive.
Across many reviews, residents’ families say the staff knows them well and treats them with kindness. Several people mention management being approachable and helpful when families are coordinating medical and care needs. Others describe frequent check-ins and timely communication when something changes. Even in reviews that were negative about fit, the tour experience notes that the people they met seemed nice.
common11 reviews mention this
Activities keep people engaged
The community puts on a lot of activities for residents and families.
Many reviewers point to an active schedule—residents are encouraged to participate, and families describe regular involvement opportunities. Reviews mention community-sponsored events, musical performances, exercise programs, games, movie nights, and resident-run or current-events style activities. A few families also call out how staff includes residents in what’s happening and keeps participation going. One review notes the activities may not match the tastes of a particular dad, which is an important consideration if you expect specific program types.
common5 reviews mention this
Facility is described as clean
Multiple residents and families describe the building as very clean and well maintained.
Several reviews praise cleanliness, spotless housekeeping, and an overall feeling of being well cared for. One reviewer specifically mentions recent flooring updates in the dining area and main hallway to make cleaning easier. Another describes the facility as well kept up and bright. A tour review that was otherwise negative counters that the building felt institutional and not orderly, so cleanliness impressions may vary by visitor.
common6 reviews mention this
Dining quality and choices
Food is frequently praised, including that meals are prepared well.
Reviews commonly mention good meals and cooks that families feel are doing well. One person says their dad loves the food, while others describe meals as well done with choices rather than a one-size-fits-all setup. The community also offers diabetes-related and other special-diet approaches, aligning with residents whose needs require structured meal planning. A small number of comments focus more on the overall tour or layout than on dining, but the positive dining feedback is consistent across several family experiences.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Memory care needs and cost concerns
Memory-care reviews include both praise and serious concerns about long-term fit.
There are positive remarks about the memory care area, including that it is very clean and appears to meet residents’ needs with frequent check-ins. At the same time, at least one review warns that families expecting progressive dementia-related care should look elsewhere. That concern includes higher out-of-pocket costs over time and difficulty with Medicaid after a certain point, which the reviewer says differed from what was discussed earlier. Another tour review felt the environment was more like a memory care setting, indicating the physical feel and activity choices may not match every family’s expectations.
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Features
Housing
38 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Party space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Dane County Regional (23 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
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
Mental wellness program
Personal care assistants
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Book club
Community-sponsored activities
Fitness programs
Games
Live musical performances
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Transportation
Riverview Taxidermy (0.6 miles)
Amtrak (3.9 miles)
Tails Wildlife Studio (10.9 miles)
Restaurants
Npc (1.7 miles)
Jimmy John's (3.4 miles)
Columbus Family Restaurant (3.6 miles)
Culver's (3.6 miles)
Club 60 (5.3 miles)
Bell (8 miles)
Dockside Pub & Grille on Beaver Dam Lake (8.9 miles)
Physicians
BD Medical Clinic-Columbus Fax (3.4 miles)
Poser Clinic (4.3 miles)
Columbus Clinic (4.8 miles)
Randolph Community Clinic (9.6 miles)
Cambria Clinic (10.8 miles)
Beaver Dam Family Hearing Care (10.9 miles)
Uw Health (10.9 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
Forward Pharmacy (4 miles)
Randolph Hometown Pharmacy (10 miles)
Home Town Pharmacy (10 miles)
Home Town Pharmacy (11 miles)
Thrifty White Pharmacy (11 miles)
Home Town Pharmacy (11 miles)
Parks
Meister Field (3.8 miles)
Firemans Park (4.5 miles)
Astico Dodge County Park (6.2 miles)
Jennings Creek State Wildlife (8.9 miles)
Dodge County Derge Park (10.5 miles)
Lakeview Park (10.5 miles)
Fireman's Park (10.6 miles)
Places of Worship
Olivet Congregational United Church of Christ (4 miles)
Faith Lutheran Church Parsonage (4.2 miles)
St Jerome Catholic Church (4.5 miles)
Hower William J Reverend (4.5 miles)
St Jerome Parish (5 miles)
St Josephs Catholic Church (6.3 miles)
Randolph Methodist Parsonage (10.1 miles)
Hospitals
Columbus Community Hospital (5 miles)
Prairie Ridge Health Hospital (5 miles)
Stone Terrace Residential Care Apartment Complex (10.9 miles)
The Meadows Of Fall River is located at 101 Hometown Avenue, Fall River, WI 53932 in Dodge County, Wisconsin
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The guide outlines the complexities of Medicaid coverage for assisted living, highlighting significant state-to-state variations, limited coverage often restricted to personal care services, and the existence of specialized waivers for certain needs like memory care. It advises families to consult local Medicaid offices for options while emphasizing the importance of understanding state-specific regulations and facility policies.
Medicaid coverage for assisted living varies by state and is primarily available to low-income individuals, with eligibility dependent on strict income and asset limits. Some states offer HCBS waivers for specific services in assisted living, but families must generally cover room and board costs, and should verify facility acceptance of Medicaid while considering potential waiting lists.
Medicaid waivers for assisted living services provide vital support for seniors and individuals with disabilities in need of long-term care, with varying state-specific eligibility criteria and benefits. These waivers cover personal care and case management but often do not fully cover room and board, leading to waiting lists for many applicants.
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38 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Party space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Dane County Regional (23 miles away)
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Personal care assistants
Special dietary restrictions
Book club
Fitness programs
Games
Live musical performances
Friendly, attentive staff with engaging activities in a homey, well-maintained environment.
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