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Racine, Wisconsin, situated along the shores of Lake Michigan, is an ideal location for seniors who wish to retire in a peaceful environment and still be close to a major metropolitan area. The city is home to approximately 78,000 people, and 12.4% of those residents are seniors aged 65 and older. Seniors can visit cultural attractions, such as the Racine Art Museum and the historic Windpoint Lighthouse. The city is also known for hosting festivals throughout the year, including the annual Racine County Fair. Racine experiences very cold winters and pleasant summers, with temperatures ranging between 18 and 81 degrees.
The average cost of assisted living in Racine is $4,650 per month, according to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. However, actual costs may vary depending on a facility’s location, as well as the amenities and services provided.
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With a median monthly cost of $4,650, Racine’s assisted living costs are $250 higher than the state average of $4,400 and $350 more than the national average of $4,300 per month. Assisted living costs in Racine are also higher than in Illinois, Indiana and Minnesota.
Throughout Wisconsin, assisted living costs vary widely depending on location. In the northeastern city of Green Bay, assisted living costs are lower than Racine, at $3,800 per month. La Crosse also has lower care costs at $3,845 per month. Assisted living costs are higher in Milwaukee and the capital city of Madison, where seniors pay $5,073 and $4,956 per month, respectively. The most expensive costs for this level of care are found in Appleton, where assisted living costs $5,500 per month.
Wisconsin’s Medicaid program, Medical Assistance Personal Care (MAPC), provides financial assistance to low-income seniors to cover the costs associated with assisted living. To be eligible, seniors must demonstrate a strong need and meet specific financial eligibility requirements. Seniors who meet certain financial criteria may qualify for the Wisconsin Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Exceptional Expense Supplement, to help with their assisted living costs.
Learn more about MAPC and its eligibility requirements on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Aging & Disability Resource Center of Racine County | (262) 833-8777 | Racine seniors have access to a wide range of programs and services developed to empower the aging process through the Aging & Disability Resource Center. Nutrition and wellness programs are offered, and Benefits Specialists are available to help seniors with questions regarding health insurance and Medicaid programs. |
| Racine County Veterans Services | (262) 636-3774 | Veterans of the armed forces can get help claiming benefits, including the VA medical benefits package and the Aid and Attendance pension benefit, which provides financial assistance to cover the costs associated with assisted living. State benefits, such as the Health Care Aid Grant and Subsistence Aid Grant, can also be claimed through the Veterans Services Office. |
| Legal Action of Wisconsin -Racine Area Office | (855) 947-2529 | Free legal services are provided to seniors aged 60 and older via SeniorLAW. Legal problems regarding Medicare, long-term care, SSI and elder abuse are all handled free of charge by benefits specialists who are part of the legal action team. |
| Burlington SPARC | (262) 412-8641 | SPARC (Shuttling People Around Racine County) provides seniors with transportation for medical appointments, shopping trips and special events. Trips are priced at $2 for a one-way ride and $3 for round-trip door-to-door transportation. SPARC operates Monday through Friday and is funded partially by Racine County. |
| Ombudsman Program | (800) 815-0015 | Ombudsmen advocate to improve the lives of seniors living in long-term care facilities throughout Racine County. The Ombudsman program also provides educational programs and resources to the community regarding residents’ rights and abuse prevention. |
The Department of Health and Family Services is responsible for setting the laws and regulations that all Racine assisted living communities must adhere to, such as staffing requirements, medication administration and occupancy rates. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these regulatory measures.
