Aurora Res Alternatives 049 sits in Comstock, Wisconsin, about 16.5 miles from Rice Lake, and has a homey feel for seniors looking for assisted living or memory care. The place offers a small setting with only 8 beds split between senior apartments and other living units, giving residents a close community where people get to know each other by name, which is nice for those who like a quieter home. The rooms come in different layouts, including studios, one-bedroom apartments, and shared living options, and each has a telephone and furniture, plus in-room washer and dryer for some extra comfort, with easy access for wheelchairs and keypad-protected doors to keep everyone safe. For daily living, residents get help with things like taking a bath, getting dressed, medication, walking, and even spoon feeding or continence care if needed, and there's always a licensed nurse nearby in case of emergencies along with staff who check regularly to be sure everyone's safe. The facility runs as a licensed Community Based Residential Facility under Wisconsin license #15053, focusing on long-term care for people who need help with daily tasks but don't want or need full-time nursing care yet.
You'll find living here comes with cleaning, apartment maintenance, laundry, and meal prep, including a special menu for diets like diabetes, with meals cooked by a chef, easy-to-read menus, a snack shop, and even private dining for those special times, plus the dining room is large enough for everyone to gather. There's a communal kitchen where residents or families can prepare something together, and if someone likes being outside, the grounds have gardens, a greenhouse, walking and jogging paths, and nice landscaping; inside there are areas like a therapy room, exercise section, massage, a game and entertainment room, and a movie theatre for community movie nights. Folks can use the library, join arts and crafts classes, or relax in a dedicated area just for watching movies on a high-definition or flat screen TV, and everyone has access to wellness programs, fall prevention classes, and preventive health checks.
Residents can bring a small pet and get support for things like moving in, getting to medical appointments, or needing an to visit spots inside the community-the facility even offers scheduled group transportation for shopping or outings, along with an on-site pharmacy and connections to home health care services when needed. Security is a big focus, too, with emergency pendants, emergency alert systems, excellent resident security, and staff always available, so families can worry less. Aurora Res Alternatives 049 helps people who live with dementia or memory problems by providing memory care, though the specifics on those services can change, so it's usually best to check the facility's listing page to get the latest on what's available.
The community schedules meetings for residents and families to stay involved, keeps flexible visiting hours, runs chapel services, and supports spiritual needs. Staff works with outside agencies like the Long-Term Care Ombudsman to keep care appropriate and up to standard, always aiming to balance safety, dignity, and independence for each resident. Residents can usually choose studio or suite layouts, enjoy basics like included utilities except for phone service, and use concierge service for help with day-to-day tasks. While the facility doesn't accept Medicare for care unless properly certified, it's set up for folks who want to keep their independence but need a little extra help, with a warm environment that feels close-knit and supportive. Services and amenities may vary, so checking the listing for up-to-date details is a good step for families considering care.
