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Brookdale Onalaska

Brookdale Onalaska is an assisted living community in Onalaska, WI.

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  • Interior

    Cozy living room with a fireplace and large windows.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating, soft lighting, and a large window.

  • Building

    A suburban house with a front porch and an American flag.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a single bed, dresser, and warm lighting.

  • Dining

    A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, featuring a polished hardwood floor.

  • Lighting

    A makeup room with a vanity, chair, and framed artwork on the walls.

  • Outdoor

    A cozy outdoor patio area with tables, chairs, and red umbrellas surrounded by a white picket fence.

  • Office

    A well-furnished office space with tables, chairs, and a computer area.

949 10th Avenue North, Onalaska, WI 54650

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.9 from 25 reviews
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Brookdale Onalaska Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Onalaska offers studio accommodations at a monthly cost of $5,080, which is slightly more competitive compared to the average rates in La Crosse County, where similar units run about $5,237. When viewed in the broader context of Wisconsin's pricing landscape, however, Brookdale's rates are notably higher than the state average of $3,999 for studio apartments. This pricing reflects not only the quality and range of services provided at Brookdale Onalaska but also its commitment to fostering a vibrant community for residents. While it may sit above county and state averages, many find that the personalized care and amenities justify the investment in their well-being.

Floor plansBrookdale OnalaskaLa Crosse CountyWisconsin
Studio$5,080$5,237$3,999

Overall Review of Brookdale Onalaska

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Staff support is a mixed strength

Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring and responsive, with a minority reporting serious shortcomings.

Many reviews highlight staff who respond quickly, communicate with families, and treat residents kindly, including during transitions like moving in after rehab. Several people also describe day-to-day attentiveness, room cleanliness, and staff making time to support residents’ preferences. A smaller set of reviewers say the experience fell short, including reports of unsupportive behavior and concerns about staffing that led to worsening care.

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Food satisfaction varies

Meals are sometimes described as enjoyable, but others say the food quality needs work.

Some residents and families report that the meals have good taste, include options, and are enjoyable for their loved ones. Others express frustration about food quality, including comments about bland meals and not getting vegetables as promised on posted menus and schedules. One review also describes eating garden-grown items and having home-style food.

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Activities get both praise and complaints

Residents are often described as staying engaged, though some families say weekends and follow-through are lacking.

Several reviews describe ongoing activities, including daily programming and opportunities for residents to participate, along with off-site outings and exercises. A few reviewers specifically mention community in-building events and activities staying on the calendar. Other reviews complain that the activities feel thin or inconsistent, including disappointment that what’s posted doesn’t match what residents actually experience, and one comment that there wasn’t much activity visible at a visit time.

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Small, homey setting stands out

The facility’s small size and home-like feel come up repeatedly in reviews.

Multiple reviewers describe Brookdale as smaller than some alternatives, with a homey atmosphere that helps staff and residents feel more familiar with one another. Some people connect the size to personalized attention and a comfortable environment. A few reviews still raise concerns about space or crowding, and at least one tour comment notes it felt quiet and more like a traditional nursing home rather than a busier setting.

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Care planning and daily help

Reviews describe care plans and daily support, with families reporting different levels of meeting needs.

Some families say their loved ones are getting the care they need, with staff keeping them updated and helping during assisted living transitions. One tour review mentions a prescriptive care approach and willingness to accommodate special care needs. At the same time, at least one review reports a breakdown in support when more help was needed, later involving emergency circumstances and a move-out.

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Features

Housing

  • 20 resident community capacity 20 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • La Crosse Municipal (2 miles away) La Crosse Municipal (2 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Forever fit Forever fit
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Onalaska, Wisconsin is a vibrant and convenient area with a variety of amenities easily accessible. There are several places of worship nearby for those seeking spiritual fulfillment, as well as parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Restaurants in the area offer diverse dining options, including local favorites like Blue Moon and Senor Villa. Residents can conveniently access pharmacies and medical facilities such as Gundersen Pharmacy and Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Healthcare. Additionally, cafes like Panera Bread and Caribou Coffee provide opportunities to socialize and enjoy a cup of coffee. The close proximity to transportation options like Amtrak ensures easy travel for seniors looking to explore beyond the neighborhood.

Places of Worship

  • Apostolic Life Church (0.3 miles)
  • Saint Patrick's Catholic Parish (0.8 miles)
  • Holmen Lutheran Church (5.1 miles)
  • St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (5.3 miles)
  • Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church (5.9 miles)

Parks

  • Community Park (0.5 miles)
  • Veterans Freedom Park (4.2 miles)
  • Deerwood Park (4.4 miles)
  • Copeland Park (4.4 miles)
  • Hixon Forest Park (5.3 miles)
  • Rotary Park (5.5 miles)
  • Riverside Park (5.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Blue Moon (0.7 miles)
  • Lindy's Subs & Salads (0.8 miles)
  • Coulee Golf Bowl (1.2 miles)
  • Senor Villa (1.3 miles)
  • Culver's (1.6 miles)
  • Nutbush City Limits (1.9 miles)
  • Rocky Rococo Pan Style Pizza (2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Gundersen Pharmacy Onalaska (Degen Berglund) (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • Complete Nutrition (2.3 miles)
  • Pinnacle Pharmacy of Lax (2.4 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Gundersen Pharmacy Onalaska Clinic (2.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Better Hearing Center (0.9 miles)
  • Better Hearing Center (1.3 miles)
  • Freedland Robert J MD Freedland, Robert, J, MD (1.8 miles)
  • Gundersen Lutheran Express Care (2 miles)
  • Allergy Associates of La Crosse (2.1 miles)
  • Oral Surgery Clinic of La Crosse (2.1 miles)
  • Gundersen Lutheran Dialysis Center (2.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Healthcare (1.1 miles)
  • Gundersen W. R. Yutuc Renal Dialysis Center Onalaska (2.5 miles)
  • Gundersen Lutheran Family Medicine (2.7 miles)
  • Restoration Myofascial Release (2.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (2 miles)
  • Caribou Coffee (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • Jacqlons Country Cafe & Pub (4.7 miles)
  • Greengrass Cafe (5.8 miles)
  • Moka (5.9 miles)
  • Grounded Specialty Coffee (6 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (4.5 miles)

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