The Sonnet at Tennyson
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Madison, WI

The Sonnet at Tennyson

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Madison, WI

Overview of The Sonnet at Tennyson

The Sonnet at Tennyson is an upscale assisted living and memory care community in Madison, WI, that offers personal and specialized care for older adults and those with cognitive conditions. Featuring private studio to two-bedroom apartments in a nurturing and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. Three home-style meals daily, an on-site registered nurse, and 24-hour support are among the exceptional services offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community’s specially trained team also strives to meet residents’ needs through customized care plans.

Exercise classes, exciting trips, and therapy animal visits ensure residents can live actively and maintain holistic wellness. A bistro, a library, and beautiful walking paths also allow residents to interact with friends and rest without hassles. With bus stops available in the area, residents have convenient travel access. This assisted living and memory care community is nationally recognized for its high standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in Wisconsin.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #155 / 416Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 155th out of 416 assisted living communities 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 assisted living community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$6,000/Month

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Beauty Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 5.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Madison's city center to The Sonnet at Tennyson's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Azura Memory Care & Assisted Living in Verona
AL
MC
RC
Wy Verona
104
Facility 104
WI AVG 54
Rank #30 / 373
No
34
Facility 34
WI AVG 44
Rank #254 / 416
Private Rooms-Jill KreiderAzura Verona LLC-
Brighter Life Living
AL
RESC
Madison
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 54
Rank #361 / 373
No
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 44
Rank #138 / 416
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25.0%
Facility 25.0%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #305 / 307
Jason StandishBrighter Life Living LLC2
The Sonnet at Tennyson
AL
MC
RC
Madison (Berkeley Oaks)-Yes
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 44
Rank #155 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Capitol Lakes
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Madison-Yes
95
Facility 95
WI AVG 44
Rank #2 / 416
1 Bed / 2 Bed----
The Terraces at Coventry Village
AL
IL
MC
Madison (Coventry Village)-No
17
Facility 17
WI AVG 44
Rank #338 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed----

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin

The Sonnet at Tennyson 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).
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Sonnet at Tennyson

What neighborhood is The Sonnet at Tennyson in?

The Sonnet at Tennyson is in the Berkeley Oaks neighborhood of Madison.

Is The Sonnet at Tennyson in a walkable area?

The Sonnet at Tennyson has a walk score of 52. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at The Sonnet at Tennyson?

Yes, The Sonnet at Tennyson allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Sonnet at Tennyson?

The team at The Sonnet at Tennyson can be reached at info@thesonnetattennyson.com.

How much does The Sonnet at Tennyson cost per month?

Pricing at The Sonnet at Tennyson starts at $6,000 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of The Sonnet at Tennyson?

Yes — there are 21 photos of The Sonnet at Tennyson in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Sonnet at Tennyson provide?

The Sonnet at Tennyson offers Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

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