Homestead Living Costs & Pricing
When examining the costs associated with Homestead Living, it's clear that the pricing is positioned above both Dane County and statewide averages in Wisconsin. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $5,300 per month, which significantly exceeds Dane County's average of $4,212 and the state average of $3,977. Similarly, the cost for a studio unit at Homestead Living is set at $6,150, again surpassing both local and state rates - Dane County's average is $4,418 while Wisconsin's overall figure stands at $3,999. These figures suggest that while Homestead Living offers amenities and services that may justify the higher price point, potential residents should weigh these considerations against more affordable options available in the region.
| Floor plans | Homestead Living | Dane County | Wisconsin |
|---|
| Semi-Private | $5,300 | $4,212 | $3,977 |
| Studio | $6,150 | $4,418 | $3,999 |
Overall Review of Homestead Living
differentiator
6 reviews mention this
Memory care is truly tailored
Residents describe dementia-informed care that focuses on understanding behavior rather than penalizing it.
Several families say the staff “gets” memory care—understanding dementia and working patiently with behaviors. Reviews also describe the environment as set up for safety concerns like falls and elopement, plus communication that helps families stay informed. Multiple residents’ experiences emphasize being treated with dignity and supported with medication management and anxiety/agitation approaches. One family specifically contrasts this approach with a previous facility’s lack of memory care understanding.
common
8 reviews mention this
Homemade meals stand out
Residents and families frequently call out homemade, well-prepared meals.
Food comes up repeatedly, with multiple reviews describing meals as homemade and served fresh or “delicious.” Families also mention healthier, varied meals, and special attention to how meals are prepared. A smaller number of reviews raise food-safety concerns, including glove use and checking food temperatures, which stands out against the otherwise strong dining comments. Overall, dining quality seems to be a major day-to-day point of pride and concern in the same set of reviews.
common
16 reviews mention this
Caring, trained staff make visits easier
Many residents describe attentive, patient support from caregivers.
Across the reviews, families describe caregivers as kind, loving, and responsive, and several mention one-on-one attention when needed. Multiple reviews highlight staff patience and training for memory-related needs, with residents often spending more time out of their rooms and engaged with others. A few reviews balance that with complaints about staffing gaps, turnover-related issues, or operational lapses that affected how residents were supervised. Even with those negatives, the most consistent pattern is that families feel cared for—both the resident and the people visiting.
common
8 reviews mention this
Small, home-like feel and cleanliness
Residents mention a smaller, home-like atmosphere and generally good upkeep.
Several families describe the community as smaller and more home-like rather than institutional, and many also say it feels clean and well kept. Some reviews add detail about residents being encouraged to spend time in shared living spaces, contributing to that “homelike” impression. That said, there are also a couple of reviews calling out cleanliness or appearance problems, including concerns about items in rooms and whether basic food-handling practices were followed. Taken together, the reviews suggest the setting and presentation usually support the lived-in feel, but not every resident reports the same standard.
caveat
2 reviews mention this
Costs run higher than expected
Pricing is described as some of the highest families saw during their search.
At least two reviews explicitly flag cost, including one describing the community as the priciest place they visited and another saying it is not inexpensive. That aligns with the pricing positioning shown for available unit types, which comes in above county and state benchmarks. One review also suggests it may still be a better value than other top options, indicating the cost concern is not universal. Overall, affordability is a clear hesitation point for prospective families.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Staffing and operations feel inconsistent
Some reviews report staffing or process issues that affected daily reliability.
A few residents and families describe times when staffing shortages left the community short-handed, and one review mentions that the level of supervision could be inconsistent. Negative reviews also raise concerns about unorganized shifts, residents sitting unattended, and caregivers appearing overworked or focused on internal drama instead of residents. Another review adds a food-handling concern, including glove use and whether food temperatures were checked. These comments don’t outweigh the many positive caregiving stories, but they are specific enough to be a recurring risk theme for prospective families.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
16 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Activities on-site
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Dane County Regional (5 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Art classes
Cooking classes
Educational speakers / life long learning
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Visiting chaplain or priest
Compassionate, personalized dementia care with strong family communication.
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