Bissell Street Community Residence sits in Wausau, Wisconsin, zip code 54401, and provides assisted living, memory care, and long-term support for people with developmental disabilities, physical challenges, emotional struggles, or mental illness, and it's supervised by the Alternate Living Department at North Central Health Care. The home is publicly funded, has eight licensed beds, and some units and programs are just for men with developmental disabilities, and in total, it offers six assisted living units with both individual and shared room choices, including studio apartments and communal living spaces.
The staff stands by around the clock, and there's a licensed nurse on-site for emergencies, plus every resident room has panic and call buttons for safety, and keyless entry with a keypad helps control access. Residents can choose well-furnished one-bedroom or studio apartments, and everyone gets regular health check-ups by a doctor each month, plus preventive health screenings and pharmacy support as needed.
Daily help is available for things like bathing, feeding, getting dressed or undressed, transferring in and out of bed, managing medication, help for people with incontinence, and there are specialized dementia caregivers too. Staff and caregivers can also help with movement between rooms, clothing changes, toileting, grooming, and help to and from the bath, plus insulin help when confirmed with the facility manager. The community focuses on low-cost, long-term care, so it doesn't take Medicare but does accept private pay, Long Term Care Insurance, and Veterans Aid and Attendance.
Healthy homemade meals come three times a day, with chef-prepared dishes and options for special diets like pureed foods, diabetes, or high blood pressure. There's concierge service and a mobile stylist or hairdresser for personal care, plus all meals, basic utilities, housekeeping, and laundry or dry cleaning are included. Wellness services and daily fitness programs run regularly, and the recreation calendar includes music therapy, outings, exercise, art events, movie nights in a dedicated viewing area, board games, animal therapy, social evenings, and organized trips for shopping or religious services, with group transportation provided.
The Bissell Street Community Residence also has a Wellness Center, therapy room, steam room or hot tub, barber or salon, outdoor patios, garden areas, walking trails, and a library plus a computer section. Apartments and communal spaces come equipped with high-definition TVs, all the needed fixtures and appliances, and the building maintains a secure but welcoming feeling. Residents can bring their families for visits during flexible visiting hours, and the facility encourages social connections and participation. The community offers a low-cost alternative to full-time nursing home care, with a typical cost estimate of about $4,050 per month for assisted living. The property sits close to local shops, worship spaces, and medical offices, which adds convenience for residents and their families. Bissell's dedicated staff work closely with healthcare providers, making sure every person gets personalized care and help with daily living. The local Seniorly Community Score is 3.8, reflecting community sentiment, safety, and general livability.
