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    $3,100/month

    VitaCare Living of Medford

    955 E Allman St, Medford, WI, 54451
    2.0 · 6 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Uncaring staff; neglectful, joyless facility

    I'm grateful they were present in my loved one's final days, but otherwise I'm appalled. Staff, nurses and management were uncaring, negligent and at times abusive; residents were unhappy, depressed and unattended. There's no staff, no activities, no Wi-Fi or music - one joyless room with minimal care and no compassion. It could be good if people actually cared, but as it stands it should be shut down.

    Pricing

    $3,100+/moSuiteAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    2.00 · 6 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      1.0
    • Staff

      1.0
    • Meals

      2.0
    • Amenities

      2.0
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Support and gratitude reported for end-of-life care
    • At least one account of compassionate support during final days
    • Perceived potential for improvement if staff engagement changed

    Cons

    • Staffing shortages / lack of staff
    • Lack of activities and engagement
    • Residents unattended, neglected, or receiving minimal care
    • Perceived lack of empathy, compassion, and joy from staff
    • Unhappy, depressed residents with little social interaction
    • Unfriendly, depressing environment (including one room described as depressing)
    • Uncaring management perceived to prioritize money
    • Allegations or reports of negligence and abuse
    • Specific concerns implicating executive director and facility nurse
    • No Wi‑Fi, preventing playing comforting music
    • Facility described as should be shut down by some reviewers

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the collected reviews is strongly negative, with a clear pattern of concerns about staffing, resident wellbeing, and management priorities. Multiple reviewers describe a pervasive sense of neglect: insufficient staffing, minimal hands-on care, and residents being left unattended. The emotional tone reported by reviewers is poor—residents are often characterized as unhappy or depressed, with a notable lack of smiles, interaction, and any apparent joy. Several summaries explicitly highlight a lack of empathy or compassion from caregivers, contributing to an atmosphere described as unfriendly and depressing.

    Care quality and staffing are central themes. Reviewers repeatedly note a lack of staff and minimal care provision; these staffing shortfalls are linked directly to unattended residents and reduced social interaction. Some comments escalate beyond poor care to allegations of negligence and abuse, and at least one review names leadership roles (executive director and facility nurse) as part of the concern, indicating reviewer distrust of both frontline staff and administration. The combination of staffing problems and perceived management indifference creates a recurring impression that the facility is more focused on financial matters than resident wellbeing.

    The social and activity environment is also criticized. Several reviewers point to an absence of meaningful activities, limited interaction, and a general lack of stimulation for residents. The physical environment is described in negative terms as well—one-room arrangements are called depressing—and the lack of basic amenities such as Wi‑Fi is noted specifically because it prevents playing comforting music for residents. These facility and program shortfalls appear to exacerbate feelings of isolation and sadness among residents.

    Management and culture receive consistent negative mentions. Reviewers use strong language—uncaring management, focus on money, should be shut down—that signals deep dissatisfaction and suggests systemic problems rather than isolated incidents. The reports that link executive leadership and a facility nurse to neglect or mistreatment point to concerns about accountability and oversight. At the same time, the reviews are not uniformly condemnatory: at least one reviewer expressed gratitude for support provided during a resident's final days, indicating that some staff or shifts delivered compassionate end-of-life care.

    In summary, the predominant pattern across reviews is one of serious concern regarding staffing levels, caregiver compassion and attentiveness, limited activities and social engagement, and facility shortcomings (including lack of Wi‑Fi). There is also a strong perception among several reviewers that management is not prioritizing resident welfare. Amid these pervasive criticisms, a small but important positive thread exists where end-of-life support was experienced as compassionate. That comment suggests there are instances of good care, but the larger trend in the reviews indicates systemic issues that negatively affect most residents' daily quality of life.

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    About VitaCare Living of Medford

    VitaCare Living – Medford is an 18-bed assisted living community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. Nestled in a convenient and vibrant area, this home offers proximity to medical facilities, shopping destinations, dining options, and various recreational spots. Residents benefit from a setting that carefully balances the feeling of home with the safety and security necessary for peace of mind. The experienced staff at VitaCare Living – Medford create a warm and dignified atmosphere, recognizing and responding to the individual needs of each resident.

    At the heart of the community’s philosophy is the commitment to support every resident in living life to their fullest capability. Whether encouraging movement toward greater independence in daily living or supporting continued functional autonomy, the team ensures all residents receive personalized care that respects their unique abilities and aspirations. The environment is designed to foster both comfort and motivation, with staff available at all times to provide supervision, security, and compassionate assistance.

    VitaCare Living – Medford fosters a strong sense of community by inviting not just residents, but also their families, guardians, and those holding power of attorney to engage with the facility. Prospective residents and their loved ones are welcomed to visit, tour the home, and become acquainted with the existing community, reinforcing a genuine sense of belonging and family. The staff’s dedication is evident in their daily interactions and in the thoughtful amenities and services provided, all intended to add life to the years of those who call VitaCare Living – Medford home.

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