Prairie Gardens

Overview of Prairie Gardens

Prairie Gardens is an assisted living community administered by PGRF LLC in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, offering personal care, medication administration, housekeeping, and a structured activities program to older adults in Dane County. Licensed in November 2004, the community has been operating in the greater Madison area for over 21 years, making it one of the older assisted living options in the area. The community has 47 licensed beds and accommodates older adults 24 hours a day.

With approximately 72% occupancy, the community is currently serving 34 residents per day with a 47-bed capacity. Families seeking immediate placement or flexibility in transitioning without waitlist delays benefit from the community’s occupancy, which is in line with the Wisconsin state average, as it has open availability.

The community has undergone five inspections, along with one complaint-initiated inspection, three routine surveys, and two other visits. Among the five inspections, two were completed without deficiencies, and the other three cited issues, accumulating a total of 17 deficiencies, which is slightly above Wisconsin’s 12-deficiency average. For better context about the nature and severity of each deficiency, families are suggested to review the detailed deficiency reports through the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

As one of the longer-running assisted living options in the area, the community’s 21-year history has allowed it to accumulate credibility in terms of regulatory compliance, staff development, and community trust. Additionally, a wide range of services, including respite care, 24-hour staffing, personal care, medication administration, housekeeping, and a well-curated activities program, are offered. Accommodations are also part of the community’s service category, highlighting its commitment to residents’ comfort.

Prairie Gardens’ over two decades of history in Dane County, along with a variety of services, including personal care, 24-hour staffing, and medication management, make it a compelling option for older adults and families in the Sun Prairie and greater Madison area. For in-depth details about the community’s inspection history, as well as daily atmosphere, it is recommended that families review inspection reports and inquire directly with the staff.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
29
Bed community size
47-bed community Rank #302 / 494Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 302nd out of 494 homes we track in Wisconsin for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Wisconsin facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
21 years in operation Rank #57 / 341Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 57th out of 341 homes we track in Wisconsin for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Wisconsin facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 76 / 100 Rank #68 / 556Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 556 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 cover every community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
62%
Rank #305 / 399Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 305th out of 399 homes we track in Wisconsin for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 399. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. 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.
Lower than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupied beds
29 / 47
Average occupied beds in Wisconsin homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeClass CNA (Nonambulatory)
IssuanceNovember 1, 2004
CountyDane

Ownership & Operating Entity

Prairie Gardens is legally operated by Pgrf LLC.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsMedication Administration, Housekeeping and Cleaning, Accommodations
Operating HoursMon - Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Open 24/7

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Inspection History

In Wisconsin, the Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance performs unannounced onsite surveys to ensure that long-term care facilities meet health and safety laws.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 19 deficiencies 7 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Wisconsin state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Wisconsin state average
Overall vs. WI average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Wisconsin average:
• Total deficiencies (90% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (35% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWI Averagevs. WI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1910 This facility has 90% more total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (19 vs. WI avg 10).↑ 90% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.72 This facility has 35% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (2.7 vs. WI avg 2).↑ 35% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWI Averagevs. WI Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 75 This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Wisconsin average (7 vs. WI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
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.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Kenosha Brookside Care Center
AL
NH
SNF
Kenosha
154
Facility 154
WI AVG 61
Rank #10 / 494
No
32
Facility 32
WI AVG 44
Rank #366 / 556
--
91.9%
Facility 91.9%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #75 / 399
Lynda BogdalaKenosha County6
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 4
Rank #204 / 310
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #220 / 310
1.8
Facility 1.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #207 / 310
Woodside Lutheran Home
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Green Bay
118
Facility 118
WI AVG 61
Rank #40 / 494
No
67
Facility 67
WI AVG 44
Rank #113 / 556
--
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #249 / 399
Lisa Gervais-3
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 310
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #182 / 310
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #213 / 310
Prairie Gardens
AL
Sun Prairie
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 61
Rank #302 / 494
No
76
Facility 76
WI AVG 44
Rank #68 / 556
-
21
Facility 21
WI AVG 12
Rank #57 / 341
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #305 / 399
-Pgrf LLC7
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #143 / 310
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 12
Rank #256 / 310
2.7
Facility 2.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #245 / 310
Clement Manor Inc
AL
IL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Greenfield
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 61
Rank #302 / 494
No
41
Facility 41
WI AVG 44
Rank #296 / 556
-
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 12
Rank #162 / 341
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #36 / 399
-Clement Manor Inc8
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #143 / 310
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #149 / 310
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #95 / 310
Eastcastle Place
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Milwaukee (Murray Hill)
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 61
Rank #466 / 494
Yes
92
Facility 92
WI AVG 44
Rank #6 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #200 / 399
Tyler GudexEastcastle Place8
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #143 / 310
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 12
Rank #267 / 310
2.8
Facility 2.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #248 / 310

Frequently Asked Questions about Prairie Gardens

Who is the owner of Prairie Gardens?

Prairie Gardens is legally operated by Pgrf LLC.

Is Prairie Gardens in a walkable area?

Prairie Gardens has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Prairie Gardens?

Prairie Gardens's occupancy is 62%.

How long has Prairie Gardens been in business?

Prairie Gardens has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Prairie Gardens?

No, Prairie Gardens has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Prairie Gardens have?

Prairie Gardens has 47 beds.

Has Prairie Gardens had any deficiencies?

Prairie Gardens has had 19 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).

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