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Dewey Center Of Aurora Psychiatric Hospital

1220 Dewey Ave #11, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,837

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,788
  • Average State Price: $3,622
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Dewey Center Of Aurora Psychiatric Hospital Description

    At Aurora Psychiatric Hospital you can count on the most comprehensive continuum of behavioral health care in the state. Located on a beautiful, 30-acre wooded campus in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, our facility offers an ideal healing setting for children, adolescents and adults struggling with mental health or substance issues.

    From our landscaped garden areas to our use of pet therapy dogs, we create a patient-focused, healing treatment experience that fosters recovery. You can rest assured that our team’s expertise and compassion will help you or your loved one begin the journey to recovery in a caring, confidential and comfortable environment.

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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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    Community Reviews

    4.2
    Dewey Center Of Aurora Psychiatric Hospital
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 40 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 11 out of 11 communities in Wauwatosa
  • Ranking in State: 1098 out of 1118 communities in WI
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

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

    Negative Reviews:

    • Staff described as unprofessional and uncaring, with reports of making fun of patients and neglecting to inform about discharge.
    • Long waits for admission, with instances of patients being locked in and yelled at by staff.
    • Reports of cold and indifferent staff, lack of individual therapy, and feelings of isolation during inpatient care.
    • Difficulties in getting medication refills, with complaints about the call system and lack of responsiveness from staff.
    • Instances of verbal abuse and unprofessional behavior from staff during intake processes.
    • Reports of rude treatment by nurses towards patients and their concerns.
    • Verbal abuse by staff, poor food quality, and inappropriate medication practices mentioned.
    • Unprofessional behavior by doctors, including failure to conduct appointments as scheduled.
    • Refusal of inpatient care for individuals with high levels of stress, depression, anxiety, and self-harming behavior.
    • Allegations of patient abandonment, unethical and illegal activities by a specific doctor, and lack of follow-up care.
    • Concerns over abrupt medication changes, potential for misdiagnosis, and withdrawal issues.
    • Experiences of being turned away for inpatient care despite expressing urgent need, along with reports of judgmental and cold staff.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Some staff members praised for their professionalism and care.
    • Success stories of overcoming substance abuse and mental health issues with the help of the facility.
    • Positive interaction with a staff member who was described as extremely pleasant to work with.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • Concerns about medication management and the approach to treatment, with some patients feeling their needs were not adequately addressed.


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    Health

    Adult Inpatient Program

    Adult Intensive Outpatient Program for Depression and Anxiety

    Adult Partial Hospital Program for Depression and Anxiety

    The Adult Substance Abuse Program

    Intake services


    Services

    Free Wi-Fi



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Wauwatosa which is 0.2 miles away and has a population of 47,614 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $94,774, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 23
      • Average Temperature: 49.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 114 days of rain, 39 days of snow and 210 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.53 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.38 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.2 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.44 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.74 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 194.0, Moderate Days 75.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 5.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Outpost Natural Foods
    0.5 miles away
    Pick 'n Save
    0.5 miles away
    Metcalfe's Market
    0.7 miles away
    Sendik's
    1.1 miles away
    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    1.5 miles away

    None Found

    None Found

    Banks

    WaterStone Bank
    0.4 miles away
    PNC Bank
    0.5 miles away
    UW Credit Union
    0.8 miles away
    BMO Harris Bank
    0.9 miles away
    Educators Credit Union
    1.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Milwaukee Regional Medical Center
    0.4 miles away
    Children’s Wisconsin
    0.7 miles away
    Froedtert Hospital
    0.8 miles away
    Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division
    0.9 miles away
    Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center
    1.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.7 miles away
    WHF Pharmacy
    1.2 miles away
    Swan Serv-U Pharmacy
    1.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.8 miles away
    Whole Health Pharmacy
    2.0 miles away

    Dentists

    MATC Dental Clinic
    4.5 miles away
    The Centre For Exceptional Dentistry
    4.8 miles away
    Riverwalk Dentistry, SC
    5.0 miles away
    Dental Associates Milwaukee - Beerline B
    5.1 miles away
    Dental Associates
    5.1 miles away

    Parks

    Honey Creek Parkway
    0.0 miles away
    Menomonee River Parkway
    0.1 miles away
    Charles Hart Park
    0.2 miles away
    Root Common Park
    0.2 miles away
    Wauwatosa Pocket Park
    0.3 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Saint Joan of Arc Chapel
    4.0 miles away
    Church of the Gesu
    4.2 miles away
    Calvary Presbyterian Church
    4.3 miles away
    Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
    4.4 miles away
    Saint John's Lutheran Church
    4.4 miles away

    Shopping

    Mayfair Mall
    2.0 miles away
    Hobo
    2.5 miles away
    Lincoln Plaza
    3.5 miles away
    Asian Food Market
    4.3 miles away
    The Avenue
    4.7 miles away

    Culture

    Hart Park Band Shell
    0.5 miles away
    Sea Lion Show
    1.8 miles away
    Associated Bank Ampitheater
    1.8 miles away
    Wilderness Resort Family Event Stage
    1.8 miles away
    Birds of Prey Theater
    1.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    Cafe Hollander
    0.2 miles away
    Jose's Blue Sombrero
    0.2 miles away
    The Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club
    0.2 miles away
    Ristorante Bartolotta
    0.2 miles away
    Pizzeria Piccola
    0.2 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of WI. It is a medium-sized community with 30 total beds.

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