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Assisted living in Waupaca, WI

7 state-licensed assisted living communities, with license, capacity and memory care certification details from state licensing records.

Assisted living communities
7
in Waupaca
Licensed capacity
241
across all 7
Adults 65+
1,464
Census estimate for Waupaca
Licensed spaces per 1,000 adults 65+
164.6
city total vs. Census 65+ estimate
Within 25 miles
32
of the center of Waupaca
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Bethany Home Inc

5 of 5· Much above average
1226 Berlin St, Waupaca, WI 54981
Beds49
AcceptsMedicare, Medicaid
PenaltiesNone
(715) 258-5521
0.7 mi from city center
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Source: Wisconsin DHS, Division of Quality Assurance provider directories (CBRF, RCAC, AFH), as of Oct 17, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Waupaca (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Assisted living communities near Waupaca

Counting neighboring towns, there are 32 assisted living communities within 25 miles of the center of Waupaca, 25 more than in Waupaca itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Waupaca

See all 32 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Assisted living in Waupaca at a glance

Our directory lists 7 assisted living communities with an address in Waupaca, based on Wisconsin DHS records. By size, the most common group is 17 to 60 residents (3 of 7 that report it).1

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer3
  • 17 to 60 residents3
  • More than 60 residents1
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.1

Licensing and oversight

How assisted living is regulated in Wisconsin

In Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the assisted living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Wisconsin Department of Health Services about a licensed community, or the Wisconsin long-term care ombudsman at (608) 243-24712.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for assisted living in Wisconsin

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Wisconsin Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Wisconsin Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (800-947-8387).7
Medicare counseling
Wisconsin’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-242-1060.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Waupaca

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Waupaca County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Waupaca County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Wisconsin Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    (608) 243-2471

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)8

    1-800-242-1060

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs7

    800-947-8387

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Wisconsin Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Wisconsin.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about assisted living in Waupaca

How many assisted living communities are in Waupaca, WI?

WeFoundCare lists 7 assisted living communities in Waupaca, WI, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Waupaca there are 32.

How many residents can assisted living communities in Waupaca serve?

7 of the 7 assisted living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 241 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 1,464 adults age 65 and older live in Waupaca.

Who licenses assisted living in Wisconsin?

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services licenses assisted living in Wisconsin. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Waupaca?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Waupaca County, call (608) 243-2471.

Are there assisted living communities near Waupaca?

Nearby cities with listings include Manawa (1, 10.7 mi), Iola (2, 11.3 mi), Wild Rose (1, 14.7 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing assisted living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Waupaca

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from Wisconsin DHS (Division of Quality Assurance provider directories (CBRF, RCAC, AFH)), Oct 17, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Waupaca (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 7 of 7 assisted living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Waupaca (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Wisconsin Department of Health Services, DQA: Division of Quality Assurance provider directories (CBRF, RCAC, AFH). dhs.wisconsin.gov/guide Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.