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Nestled between Lake Winnebago and Lake Butte des Morts, Oshkosh offers seniors beautiful waterfront views and access to excellent fishing and boating opportunities all year long. Retirees can tour the exhibits at the Paine Art Center and Gardens, hike the scenic trails at Menominee Park or see historic aircraft and memorabilia at the EAA Aviation Museum. Summer weather is pleasant and mild, with an average high temperature of 81 degrees in July. Regarding health care, seniors can get quality treatment at Ascension Mercy Campus or Aurora Medical Center, which was rated as “High Performing” in five procedures by U.S. News and World Report.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Oshkosh is $4,908. Prices can vary by facility, services, location and amenities offered.
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At $4,908, assisted living in Oshkosh is $508 more than the Wisconsin average of $4,400 and $608 pricier than the U.S. average of $4,300. Prices are cheaper in the neighboring states of Minnesota ($4,283), Illinois ($4,575), Michigan ($4,200) and Iowa ($4,073).
Oshkosh is one of the priciest cities for assisted living in Wisconsin, although some are more expensive. In Appleton, less than 20 miles north of Oshkosh, assisted living costs $5,500 (about $600 more). The cheapest city for assisted living in the state is Green Bay, where it costs only $3,800. In Milwaukee, prices are slightly higher than Oshkosh at $5,073. To the south, in Madison, retirees pay $4,956, and in La Crosse, the cost of care is $3,845. Prices in Eau Claire and Wausau are $4,000 and $4,100, respectively.
Family Care serves as the assisted living program for residents of Wisconsin. Family Care provides services through assisted living facilities, intermediate care facilities or the member’s own home. Recipients are members of a managed care organization, which tailors services to each individual’s needs. Services can include personal care, skilled nursing and coordination of primary health care.
Learn more about Family Care, eligibility requirements and how to apply at our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Aging and Disability Resource Center of Winnebago County | (877) 886-2372 | The ADRC serves as a directory of resources, programs and information for seniors in Winnebago County. Residents can contact the ADRC to learn more about long-term care options, wellness classes, financial planning and public benefits they may be eligible to receive. |
| Veterans Services | (920) 232-3400 | The Oshkosh Veterans Services Office helps seniors obtain pensions, disability compensation and other benefits they may have earned through their service. It offers several grant programs for low-income veterans and their families, including emergency financial assistance, health care aid and funds to pay for retraining after the loss of a job. Service officers are also available to help with VA claims and appeals. |
| Ombudsman Program | (800) 815-0015 | Wisconsin’s Board on Aging and Long-Term Care operates the Ombudsman Program, which provides advocacy and assistance to people in assisted living and other care facilities. Seniors can contact their local ombudsman to file complaints about facilities, report elder abuse, request mediation or get help choosing an assisted living facility. |
| Legal Action of Wisconsin | (855) 947-2529 | Legal Action of Wisconsin offers free legal aid and helpful programs for people who can’t afford to hire a lawyer of their own. Attorneys can help with civil issues, including elder rights, bankruptcy, tax disputes and Social Security denials. Seniors must have a gross income no greater than 125% of the federal poverty level to qualify. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (920) 426-0150 | Sponsored by ADVOCAP, RSVP provides volunteer opportunities to Winnebago County residents 55 and up. Volunteers can provide tutoring to students, deliver meals, work at food pantries or serve on a construction team to build homes through Habitat for Humanity. Seniors receive free training, mileage reimbursement and supplemental insurance while serving. |
| Oshkosh Seniors Center | (920) 232-5300 | At the Oshkosh Seniors Center, retirees can stay active with exercise classes, learn about health through wellness programs or join a club for arts, crafts and woodworking. Other services include benefits counseling, blood pressure screenings, medication reviews and tax preparation assistance. |
Oshkosh-area assisted living communities must comply with Wisconsin’s state laws regarding licensing, staffing, safety standards and medication administration services. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page to learn more.
