Rausch Family Care Home is an assisted living community in Waterford, WI.
Information last verified:
6831 Big Bend Road, Waterford, WI 53185
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.3 from 27 reviews
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Overall Review of Rausch Family Care Home
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Dementia care in cottages
Residents and families describe supportive dementia care inside the cottage setting.
Several reviews mention the memory care cottage and describe dementia support as a major reason they felt comfortable there. Positive accounts highlight a staff approach that adapts to residents with Alzheimer’s or advanced dementia, including ongoing engagement and updates to families. A few reviews, however, raise concerns about falls, injuries, and whether the care match a dementia resident’s needs.
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Caring, involved caregivers
Care teams are repeatedly described as caring, patient, and responsive.
Across the reviews, families frequently describe caregivers as kind, patient, and willing to spend time with residents. Multiple residents’ experiences include staff taking a personal, attentive approach, from day-to-day interaction to supporting residents as health declines. The positive tone is strongest in accounts of dementia care, while the negative reviews focus on unprofessional behavior and inadequate follow-through.
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Activities keep residents engaged
Daily activities and group programs are a consistent part of life there.
Residents and families describe residents being encouraged to join daily activities, with several reviews calling out how much people enjoyed them. Reviews also mention group gatherings in community spaces and social connection around shared tables and easy-to-join projects. While most feedback is positive, at least one review criticizes the overall care experience rather than the activity availability specifically.
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Communication can be inconsistent
Some families report difficulty getting timely updates and answers.
A few reviews describe delayed responses to calls and challenges reaching staff when families needed information. One memory care review says communication thinned over time, with long gaps between updates. Other accounts describe urgent situations where families felt outside communication (like a hospital) outpaced the cottage’s communication, leaving them concerned about transparency during critical moments.
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Concerns about medication and staffing
Some reviews raise serious concerns about medication handling and staffing coverage.
Two negative reviews describe problems related to medications, including worries about who is administering them and whether staffing is adequately licensed during shifts and weekends. Other criticisms in the same reviews include lack of proper care tasks and insufficient attention to resident needs. These concerns stand in contrast to the positive accounts that emphasize careful, attentive caregiving.
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Features
Housing
3 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
General Mitchell International (18 miles away)
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
Crossover Cantina & Eatery (2.4 miles)
Doc's on the Fox (3.2 miles)
McDonald's (3.2 miles)
Burger King (4 miles)
Papa Stache (4.4 miles)
Culver's (6.6 miles)
Dover Inn (6.6 miles)
Pharmacies
H2O Health Solutions (2.4 miles)
Pharmacy Station (2.9 miles)
Aurora Pharmacy (3 miles)
Walgreens (3.3 miles)
Walgreens (6.6 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (6.6 miles)
Walgreens (7.7 miles)
Physicians
Aurora Health Center (3 miles)
Eye Care Center of Waterford (3.1 miles)
Sandra G Amadon MD (7.3 miles)
Medical Eye Associates, S.C. (7.3 miles)
Norelli Anthony, MD (7.3 miles)
Cornerstone (7.3 miles)
Holzhauer Donald Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Associates Mukwonago Mukwonago (7.4 miles)
Cafes
Cafe 36 (3.3 miles)
Starbucks Mukwonago (7.1 miles)
Vintage Grounds (7.7 miles)
Starbucks (8.7 miles)
Starbucks (9 miles)
The Gingerbread House (9.1 miles)
The Coffee House at Chestnut & Pine (10 miles)
Hospitals
Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehabilitation Center (5.3 miles)
Assisted living in 2025 offers a crucial balance of independence and support for seniors, with costs varying from $2,500 to over $7,000 per month based on factors such as location and care level. Understanding pricing complexities, including regional differences and potential hidden fees, is essential for families to plan financially while ensuring quality care for their loved ones.
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.
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3 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
General Mitchell International (18 miles away)
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
Small, personalized memory-care community with dedicated staff and engaging activities.
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