Bay Harbor at Arcadia Memory Care & Assisted Living is a senior living community situated in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, offering both assisted living and memory care services. The facility provides a tailored approach to resident support through personalized care plans designed to address each individual's unique needs. Residents receive assistance with daily living activities—including help with bathing, dressing, and mobility—as well as medication management. The community emphasizes a supportive setting, with a range of engaging group and individual activities available to promote social interaction, cognitive stimulation, and physical well-being. For individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, Bay Harbor at Arcadia provides memory care programming and secure accommodations.
In terms of care and medical support, Bay Harbor at Arcadia assists residents with conditions such as incontinence, diabetes, and limited mobility. Incontinence care is managed discreetly, with staff available to help residents maintain comfort and hygiene. Ambulatory care support is provided for individuals who require extra assistance with walking or transfer, while still encouraging independence where possible. Diabetes care includes medication management and dietary accommodations as part of residents’ individualized care plans. The staff coordinate with healthcare professionals to support ongoing medical needs as required.
Resident and family reviews frequently note staff attentiveness, respectful care, and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the facility. Cleanliness and overall comfort are often highlighted, although occasional concerns have been raised regarding response times to call requests and variability in staff attention to detail. The hands-on approach of facility leadership is a point of positive feedback, contributing to the morale and performance of the care team. Dining services benefit from an on-site chef, although some residents have expressed mixed opinions about meal quality and menu variety. While Bay Harbor at Arcadia is considered accommodating for many memory care needs, families have observed that particularly complex cases, such as early-onset Alzheimer’s, may require more specialized resources than the facility currently provides. As of mid-2024, no recent ownership changes or major renovations have been reported.
Costs at this community start at $2,475 and range up to $8,429. The average price in the community is $5,452, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,665. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
