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Beacon House

166 S Park Ave, Fond Du Lac, WI 54935

Assisted Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(920) 923-3999

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,489

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,484
  • Average State Price: $3,622
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Beacon House Description

    Beacon House is a medium 12 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 6 out of 10 making it the 14th highest rated community in the city out of 15 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    6.9
    Beacon House
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 26 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 13 out of 15 communities in Fond Du Lac
  • Ranking in State: 903 out of 1160 communities in WI
  • Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers have praised Beacon House for its supportive environment, mentioning the structure, group meetings, and focus on recovery as key benefits.
    • Staff members, including Mary Beth, Mrs. Jackie, Mrs. Estelle, and Mrs. Tracy, were highlighted for their positive impact on residents' recovery journeys.
    • Several individuals credited Beacon House with saving their lives and providing the necessary tools for recovery, celebrating milestones of sobriety thanks to the foundation laid during their stay.
    • Some counselors, like Julie, were commended for their honesty, trustworthiness, and effective guidance.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Some reviewers criticized the facility for prioritizing money and cleanliness over genuine care, with reports of demeaning treatment by staff.
    • Concerns were raised about the adequacy of the staff and the effectiveness of the therapy methods, with some calling the treatment outdated.
    • Allegations of racism and unfair treatment by certain counselors were mentioned, negatively impacting the experience of some residents.
    • Issues with management and the lack of a structured, rule-following environment were highlighted by a former employee, suggesting a disconnect between staff and residents' needs.
    • Several reviewers advised against choosing Beacon House, citing better alternatives for rehabilitation and expressing dissatisfaction with the level of care and support received.

    Mixed Feedback:

    • While some individuals found the support and counseling at Beacon House transformative, others felt demeaned and undervalued, leading to a polarized view of the facility's effectiveness and approach to treatment.


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    Health

    Physical Therapy (PT) Service

    Occupational Therapy (OT) Service

    Speech Therapy (ST) Service

    Medication assistance

    Licensed Nursing Staff

    Skilled nursing


    Services

    Personal care

    Personal laundry Service available

    24 hour professional staffing

    Facility staffed 24 hours-a-day

    Secure exterior doors


    Activities

    Daily activities

    Staff Chaplain and pastoral counseling services


    Community Amenities

    Laundry services

    Housekeeping

    Beauty shop on site

    Garden

    Smoke-free campus


    Room Amenities

    Individually controlled heating and air conditioning

    Blinds and window treatments

    Emergency call system

    Automatic Sprinklers and smoke alarm system

    Semi-private rooms

    Small private rooms


    Dining

    Three nutritious meals per day

    Snacks



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Fond du Lac which is 0.1 miles away and has a population of 42,933 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $61,294, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 71
      • Low Temperature: 20
      • Average Temperature: 46.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 116 days of rain, 57 days of snow and 190 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.29 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 175.0, Moderate Days 9.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Pick 'n Save
    1.4 miles away
    Festival Foods
    1.9 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.4 miles away
    Aldi
    2.4 miles away
    Piggly Wiggly
    14.3 miles away

    Transportation

    Wisconsin Central yard office
    3.2 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Seaplane Base
    12.0 miles away
    South 40
    14.6 miles away
    Ultralights
    14.7 miles away
    Ultralight Red Barn
    14.9 miles away
    East Campground
    15.0 miles away

    Banks

    National Exchange Bank and Trust
    1.1 miles away
    Associated Bank
    1.4 miles away
    Glacier Hills Credit Union
    1.7 miles away
    Verve, a Credit Union
    1.7 miles away
    Marine Credit Union
    1.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    St. Agnes Hospital
    0.3 miles away
    Waupun Memorial Hospital
    18.1 miles away
    Ascension Mercy Hospital
    18.2 miles away
    Aurora Medical Center
    19.0 miles away
    Ripon Medical Center
    19.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.8 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    2.4 miles away
    Schultz Pharmacy
    17.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    17.8 miles away
    Agnesian Pharmacy
    18.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Dr. Tom Kraus Dentistry
    1.4 miles away
    Wihlm Dental
    18.1 miles away
    Sawyer Creek Orthodontics
    18.2 miles away
    Dental Design Studio
    18.2 miles away
    Family Dentistry
    18.3 miles away

    Parks

    Catherine Whittier Lewis Park
    0.1 miles away
    Jefferson Park
    0.3 miles away
    Fond du Lac
    0.4 miles away
    Frank Russell Park
    0.5 miles away
    Fruthfield Park
    0.5 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Forest Mall
    1.9 miles away
    Bergstrom Imports Super Center
    15.6 miles away
    The Shops at Oshkosh
    16.0 miles away
    Oshkosh Shopping Center II
    16.8 miles away
    Oshkosh Center
    16.9 miles away

    Culture

    Prairie Theater
    1.7 miles away
    Lecture Hall 104
    14.6 miles away
    Ford Festival Park Main Stage
    15.1 miles away
    Theater in the Woods
    15.3 miles away
    La Sure's Ceremonial Garden
    16.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Domino's Pizza
    0.4 miles away
    Marian University Student Dining
    1.0 miles away
    Oasis Restaurant
    1.0 miles away
    Salty's
    1.3 miles away
    Trepanier's Backyard Grill
    1.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of WI. It is a medium-sized community with 12 total beds.

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