Hillside Manor

Hillside Manor, located at 803 South University Avenue in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, provides compassionate skilled nursing care in the heart of Dodge County. As part of the Sanford Health Good Samaritan family of care communities, Hillside Manor benefits from decades of experience in senior care, a commitment to dignity, and evidence-based practices that support residents through complex medical needs, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Beaver Dam is a welcoming mid-size Wisconsin city anchored by the scenic Beaver Dam Lake — also known as Lake Sinissippi — offering residents and their visiting families a peaceful, small-town backdrop with genuine community spirit. Hillside Manor's location on South University Avenue places it just minutes from Marshfield Medical Center–Beaver Dam, ensuring that residents requiring acute medical attention have rapid access to hospital-level care. The close relationship between skilled nursing communities and the local hospital system is a significant comfort for families managing complex health situations. Beyond medical proximity, Beaver Dam offers a rich quality of life for seniors and their loved ones. Edgewater Park and Swan Park provide beautiful waterfront spaces along Beaver Dam Lake, perfect for family visits and outdoor strolls. Downtown Beaver Dam's Front Street corridor features local dining, coffee shops, and retail — ideal for family members visiting from Madison (roughly 60 miles west) or Milwaukee (roughly 60 miles east). The Dodge County Fairgrounds and local community events give the city a lively, connected character that residents and families appreciate. At Hillside Manor, the Sanford Health Good Samaritan care philosophy centers on whole-person wellness — addressing not just clinical needs but emotional, spiritual, and social well-being. The skilled team supports residents through short-term rehabilitation following surgery or hospitalization, as well as long-term skilled nursing for those requiring ongoing medical oversight. Families trust Hillside Manor for its experienced staff, transparent communication, and genuine commitment to resident quality of life in Beaver Dam.