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Residential care homes in Colby may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Colby care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.
Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in Colby, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Abbotsford, Abbotsford or Unity.
Types of care available in Colby, WI
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100 South 4th st., Abbotsford, WI 54405
100 South 4th st., Abbotsford, WI 54405
509 Lemke Avenue, Medford, WI 54451
There's something for everyone at Deerview Meadows. A Senior Living community that offers the comforts of home. Deerview Meadows Staff are friendly and caring. We work closely with residents to meet their needs as well as the needs of the family members. We strive to provide needed care...
1316 D N. Hume Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449
There's something for everyone at Deerview Meadows. A Senior Living community that offers the comforts of home with the security and enriching activities of a group home. We work hard to make Deerview Meadows the kind of place where we would want our own mothers and fathers...
720 S Cypress Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449
814 E 6th St, Marshfield, WI 54449
814 E 6th St, Marshfield, WI 54449
111 S Main St, Granton, WI 54436
111 S Main St, Granton, WI 54436
The average cost of senior living in Colby is 2,862 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stratford, WI with an average of 2,594 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:
Residential care homes arrange for a personal care experience for your loved one. Residential care homes provide a domiciliary care environment with around the clock staff and personalized care. This type of facility is similar to a single-family home. Services offered might include three meals a day, laundry, and transportation. Wisconsin has specific rules associated with this type of facility.
The total cost of living is a big influence when selecting which community meets the needs of you or your loved one’s needs. The rent burden for Colby is about 14.7% of the average monthly income. Monthly, the median rent in Colby is $744 and the median value for a house for Colby is $97,791.
Colby has a population density of 431 people per square mile. The total population of Colby consists of 1,831 people. In terms of education, 2.8% have a graduate degree, 7.9% have a college degree, and 0.4% have a high-school diploma. Based on gender, 51.7% are female and 48.4% are male. The median age of Colby is 37 years old. Out of the total population of Colby, 12.5% have some form of disability, 14.0% live in poverty, 62.8% participate in the labor force, and 10.9% do not have health insurance. In Colby, 7.4% of the population are veterans. Racially, the population of Colby is 1.2% mixed race, 0.7% Asian, 3.1% black, 21.4% Hispanic, 0.3% Native American, 6.5% other or not specified, 88.4% white, and 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian.
The natural beauty of Wisconsin is ranked 10th in the nation. Out of a national average of 100, Wisconsin has a cost of living index rating of 96, a grocery index rating of 101, and a housing index rating of 91. There are 138 general hospitals and 57 health centers that provide care for 5,835,165 Wisconsin residents. Mayo Clinic Health System, Franciscan Medical Center, and Waukesha Memorial Hospital are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state. Overall, Wisconsin ranks 11th out of all states in quality of life and 14th in healthcare.
In Wisconsin, 180,800% of the population attend some form of religious service and there are 0 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-22%, Mainline Protestant-18%, and Historically Black Protestant-4%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. In Wisconsin there are 6,078 masonic lodges. The median age in the state is 40, and 31% of the population is over the age of 55. The state of Wisconsin ranks 37th in the country for diversity, and the state is considered LGBTQ friendly. In the last presidential election 46% of Wisconsin residents voted Democrat and 47% voted Republican.
On average, Wisconsin has an air quality index rating of around 39.5 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of May with a rating of around 53.2 AQI. During the summer, the average temperature in Wisconsin is around 68F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 86F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 46F during the month of June. During the winter, the average temperature in Wisconsin drops to around 19F. The average high winter temperature is around 35F in the month of February. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around -2F in the month of January. On average, the humidity rating for Wisconsin is around 72%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 77% in the month of December. On average, the state receives 2.78 inches of precipitation a month. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of June at around 5.51 inches. While residents of Wisconsin mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Wisconsin can include floods.
The state of Wisconsin has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of leatherwood, white elm, black, white and red bur, and moosewood. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the muskrat, the white-tailed deer, the black bear, or the red and gray foxes. The state animal of Wisconsin is the badger.
Deerview Meadows Marshfield, Country Terrace Assisted Living (CT21) and InnCare of Abbotsford are the top-rated care homes near Colby, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
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