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Capitol Lakes
Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Madison, WI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Aerial view of Capitol Lakes and surrounding buildings Bright and inviting common area with comfortable seating Hydrotherapy pool area with blue tiles Interior view of the dining area with a snack bar

Capitol Lakes

Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Madison, WI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
333 W Main St, Madison, WI 53703 View map
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Capitol Lakes accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Capitol Lakes

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Capitol Lakes is a trusted continuing care retirement community in Madison, WI, that offers comprehensive care options, including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. With its nurturing and home-like environment, the community guarantees a comfortable and safe retirement for older adults and those with cognitive conditions. Residents also have a maintenance-free lifestyle, as three nutritious meals daily, weekly housekeeping, and medication management are also provided. The community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences through its purposefully designed spaces and personalized care plans.

Aqua movement classes, music programs, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to explore new hobbies and connect with friends. Art galleries featuring local artists and residents’ works, an indoor pool, and a beautiful garden are among the state-of-the-art utilities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Set in the peaceful residential area of Madison, near the Wisconsin State Capitol and public transportation, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As a great choice for senior living in Wisconsin, this retirement community ensures older adults can age in place.

Facility Direct Line (608) 283-2000
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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 29.4% Above WI avg. ▲ 29.4% Above WI avg.WI average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 4.6% Above WI avg. ▲ 4.6% Above WI avg.WI average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 35.0% Above WI avg. ▲ 35.0% Above WI avg.WI average: 3.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 25.4% Above WI avg. ▲ 25.4% Above WI avg.WI average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 5th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
↑ 50% · WI 4h 22mThis facility: 6h 32m per resident per day, 50% above the Wisconsin average of 4h 22m (among Wisconsin facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #5 / 164Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 5th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, with a ranking across 164 Wisconsin facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
6h 32m

Standout metric: Registered nurse (RN) is +91% above Wisconsin average

0 of 6 metrics below Wisconsin average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #2 / 191Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 2nd out of 191 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Wisconsin facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
95 / 100
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
29

Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Oct 2026)

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
50 days

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Independent Living
$3,835/Month

Additional Services

5 services
Realty & Moving Assistance
HousekeepingListed as: Twice monthly housekeeping including bed linen services
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Transportation to medical appointments and scheduled shopping
MaintenanceListed as: Home and appliance maintenance and repair · Groundskeeping including snow removal

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Wellness Center
Fitness Center
Library
Patio
Garden
Internet Access
Cable Tv
Three Indoor Pools
AtriumA large open lobby, often with a skylight.
Designated Parking Space
Private Dining Room
Swimming Pool
Swimming and Lap Pool Use
Activities
Exercise Classes
Yoga Classes
Day Trips
Game Nights
Evening Outings
Gardening Club
Volunteering In the Community
Performances at the Overture Center
Personal Training

Faith & Spiritual Life

Regularly Scheduled Religious Services (Christian and Jewish Faiths)

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Capitol Lakes.
  • Private dining room for family events.
  • Bistro / café on site.
  • Outdoor dining option.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
1 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: Fairchild · Monroe · Regent Floor plans: Fairchild, Monroe, Regent
2 Bedroom Floor plans as listed by the community: Doty · Langdon · Olbrich · Washington · Webster Floor plans: Doty, Langdon, Olbrich, Washington, Webster

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Enforcement

Penalties and fines About penalties and fines Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database · Data as of Oct 2026

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials on record since Oct 2023.

Clean record
Total fines
$0 WI avg $107KWisconsin average: $106,807. Average among the 146 Wisconsin facilities with a penalty on record.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Number of fines
0 WI avg 2.03Wisconsin average: 2.03. Average among the 146 Wisconsin facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 WI avg 0.71Wisconsin average: 0.71. Average among the 146 Wisconsin facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.35US average: 0.35, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 09/2024.

Nonprofit
Operated by a nonprofit corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.0MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$15.7MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Nonprofit Operated by a nonprofit corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$10.0MFiscal year ending 09/2024 Rank #52 / 164Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 52nd out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for net patient revenue. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$15.7MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$13.8MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #11 / 164Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 11th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for payroll costs. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$11.4MFiscal year ending 09/2024 113.8% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #4 / 164Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 4th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$14.4MFiscal year ending 09/2024
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$25.7MFiscal year ending 09/2024
How we calculate these figures

This home is owned by Sally Drew

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 525305

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Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024
Arriving
218 admissions · FY2024 Residents admitted during the year.
Medicare 129 · 59%
Medicaid 1 · <1%
Private pay & other 88 · 40%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Typical stay

Medicare 26 days Medicaid 8 - 9 years Private pay & other 1 - 2 months

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Madison's city center to Capitol Lakes's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Capitol Lakes is located in Madison, Wisconsin.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Wisconsin.

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Family Care Program

WI Medicaid Family Care

Age 65+ or disabled
General Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WI

Managed care model; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program

WI NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Wisconsin resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WI

High rural demand; ADRC coordination.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Wisconsin IRIS

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WI

Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (custom hours) Respite Home mods Equipment Transportation Support services

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Wisconsin SeniorCare

Age 65+
General WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.
Income Limits (2025) ~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.
Asset Limits None.
WI

Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.

Benefits
$5 generic/$15 brand copays (Level 1); deductibles ($500-$850) for higher levels; covers most Rx drugs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WI

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Wisconsin WHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WI resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WI

Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.

Benefits
Heating/electric aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Weatherization

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WI

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Deferral Loan Program

Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan

Age 65+
General WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.
Income Limits (2025) ~$24,980/year household
Asset Limits Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.
WI

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.

Benefits
Deferred tax payment (~$500-$1,500/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wisconsin SFMNP

Age 60+
General WI resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WI

Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$45/season) for produce at farmers’ markets
Know before you visit

Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol Lakes

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Capitol Lakes in a walkable area?
Capitol Lakes has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
02 What is the occupancy rate at Capitol Lakes?
Capitol Lakes's occupancy is 54.7%.
03 Are pets allowed at Capitol Lakes?
Yes, Capitol Lakes allows residents to bring their pets.
04 What is the best email address for Capitol Lakes?
The team at Capitol Lakes can be reached at clkadmissions@retirement.org.
05 Does Capitol Lakes operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Capitol Lakes is registered as a non-profit.
06 What is the overall rating for Capitol Lakes?
Capitol Lakes received a 4-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
07 How much does Capitol Lakes cost per month?
Pricing at Capitol Lakes starts at $19,920 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
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