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Cardinal View Senior Living
Cardinal View aims to provide a community of growth for residents to feel empowered to nurture and develop their golden years. Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care options– the community provides essential amenities and services that help with the daily living of each resident while being encouraged to live a life of independence. As a Life Spark™ senior living home, expect that Cardinal View raises the standard for luxury living.
Management encourages residents to sign up for engaging and enriching activities for a vibrant and stimulating lifestyle. Other community amenities and services include elegant dining services, a private dining room, a hair salon service, and professional ADLs– available for all residents.
Community insights.
About this community
Cardinal View Senior Living is legally operated by Cardinal View Senior Living Inc, and administered by Thomas Pientka.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 2 deficiencies 2 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (83% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WI Average | vs. WI Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 2 | 12 | This facility has 83% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (2 vs. WI avg 12).↓ 83% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.0 | 1.75 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (1 vs. WI avg 1.75).↓ 43% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | WI Average | vs. WI Avg |
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Total inspections
| 2 | 5 | This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Wisconsin average (2 vs. WI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer |
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Cardinal View Senior Living
1.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Middleton's city center to Cardinal View Senior Living'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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Cardinal View Senior Living | AL IL MC | Middleton (Northside) | 24
Facility
24
WI AVG
57
Rank
#373 / 435 | No |
30
Facility
30
WI AVG
44
Rank
#338 / 500 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
WI AVG
12
Rank
#231 / 330 |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
WI AVG
75.7%
Rank
#202 / 349 | Thomas Pientka | Cardinal View Senior Living Inc | 2 | 0
Facility
0
WI AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 309 | 2
Facility
2
WI AVG
12
Rank
#100 / 309 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
WI AVG
2.4
Rank
#142 / 309 |
| Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Marshall | AL IL MC | Marshall | 20
Facility
20
WI AVG
57
Rank
#389 / 435 | No |
10
Facility
10
WI AVG
44
Rank
#451 / 500 | Studio | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
WI AVG
75.7%
Rank
#1 / 349 | Sue White | Sienna Crest Assisted Living Inc | 3 | 1
Facility
1
WI AVG
4
Rank
#59 / 309 | 2
Facility
2
WI AVG
12
Rank
#100 / 309 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
WI AVG
2.4
Rank
#116 / 309 |
| Sonrisas Assisted Living | AL HOS MC RESC | Verona | 4
Facility
4
WI AVG
57
Rank
#429 / 435 | No |
65
Facility
65
WI AVG
44
Rank
#112 / 500 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 26
Facility
26
WI AVG
12
Rank
#36 / 330 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
WI AVG
75.7%
Rank
#1 / 349 | Kathy Hinzman | Sonrisas Assisted Living | 4 | 1
Facility
1
WI AVG
4
Rank
#59 / 309 | 4
Facility
4
WI AVG
12
Rank
#148 / 309 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
WI AVG
2.4
Rank
#142 / 309 |
| Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Waunakee | AL IL MC | Waunakee (Village Homes Of Sixmile Creek) | - | No |
79
Facility
79
WI AVG
44
Rank
#45 / 500 | Studio | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Oregon | AL IL MC | Oregon | - | No |
39
Facility
39
WI AVG
44
Rank
#276 / 500 | Studio | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin
Cardinal View Senior Living is located in Middleton, Wisconsin.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Wisconsin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cardinal View Senior Living
What neighborhood is Cardinal View Senior Living in?
Cardinal View Senior Living is in the Northside neighborhood of Middleton.
Is Cardinal View Senior Living in a walkable area?
Cardinal View Senior Living has a walk score of 30. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Cardinal View Senior Living?
Cardinal View Senior Living's occupancy is 75%.
How long has Cardinal View Senior Living been in business?
Cardinal View Senior Living has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Cardinal View Senior Living?
No, Cardinal View Senior Living has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Cardinal View Senior Living?
Thomas Pientka is the administrator of Cardinal View Senior Living.
How many beds does Cardinal View Senior Living have?
Cardinal View Senior Living has 24 beds.
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