Villa Ciera Senior Apartments
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Kenosha, WI
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Villa Ciera Senior Apartments

Nursing Home & Independent Living · Kenosha, WI
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Villa Ciera Senior Apartments accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Villa Ciera Senior Apartments

Villa Ciera Senior Apartments is a 62+ independent senior living community with the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday tasks. Offering a range of opportunities tailored to its residents, seniors can feel inspired to create a better life with the continuum of care provided. Villa Ciera is an elegant independent living apartment home that aims to enhance and enrich the lives of its residents.

To keep the residents active and allow them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and enriching programs. Amenities include a dining area, lounge, library, fitness room, and a patio. Daily chores are left to the staff as residents are encouraged to live hassle-free.

(262) 945-7110

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.
▲ 66.5% Above WI avg. ▲ 66.5% Above WI avg.Click 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.
▲ 43.0% Above WI avg. ▲ 43.0% Above WI avg.Click 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.
▲ 10.5% Above WI avg. ▲ 10.5% Above WI avg.Click 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.
▲ 60.7% Above WI avg. ▲ 60.7% Above WI avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Wisconsin state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 94th out of 172 homes in Wisconsin. 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.
3h 58m per day
Rank #94 / 172Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 172 homes in Wisconsin. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, with a ranking across 172 Wisconsin SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Wisconsin avg (4h 17m per day)
vs Wisconsin avg
-7%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 32m per day

Types of Care at Villa Ciera Senior Apartments

Independent Living

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Higher occupancy than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupancy rate 79.7% Rank #160 / 404Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 160th out of 404 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 404. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 113 days
Occupancy rate
79.7% Rank #160 / 404Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 160th out of 404 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 404. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
113 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #285 / 581Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 285th out of 581 homes in Wisconsin. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Wisconsin SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 106
Employees 54
Contractors 52
Staff to resident ratio 2.52:1
0% compared with Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average ratio: 2.48:1 Wisconsin average ratio: 2.48:1See full Wisconsin ranking
Avg staff/day 28
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 7.3 hours Wisconsin average shift: 7.3 hoursSee full Wisconsin ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 18,987

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 53
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

21.7%

4,128 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 21 Registered Nurse: 8 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant32215310,13492100%7.8
Registered Nurse88162,0479199%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse37101,9679098%8.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist2029777278%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff4046247076%8.2
Dietitian1015195964%8.8
Administrator1014646368%7.4
Nurse Practitioner1014325459%8
Speech Language Pathologist0333876874%3.6
Mental Health Service Worker1013634751%7.7
Physical Therapy Aide0223496672%5.3
Nurse Aide in Training1013213841%8.4
Qualified Social Worker0221163942%3
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221033538%2.9
Physical Therapy Assistant022934043%2.2
Occupational Therapy Aide011631617%4
Occupational Therapy Assistant033232628%0.8
Medical Director011633%2
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 98%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 78%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 76%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 64%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 59%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 74%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 51%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 72%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 41%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 42%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 38%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 43%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 17%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 28%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 13.6
30% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 26.3
19% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 21.5%
22% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 35.0%
54% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.3%
14% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 26.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.5%
41% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.2%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.5%
53% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.9%
61% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 4.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.1%
39% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 6.9%
57% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 16.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.0%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.8%
7% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 87.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.1%
8% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 82.2%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 9 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 42
Medicare
8
19% of residents
Medicaid
18
42.9% of residents
Private pay or other
16
38.1% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$5.2M
Profit
$346.8K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$5.2M Rank #149 / 177Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 177 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Wisconsin SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$346.8K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #141 / 177Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st out of 177 homes in Wisconsin. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Wisconsin average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$3.3M
64% of revenue Rank #47 / 177Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 177 homes in Wisconsin. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Wisconsin average. Well-run Wisconsin SNFs typically land around 62–74% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$1.5M
Total costs $4.9M

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Places of interest near Villa Ciera Senior Apartments

Address 3.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kenosha's city center to Villa Ciera Senior Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.69 miles to nearest hospital (Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Wisconsin

Villa Ciera Senior Apartments is located in Kenosha, 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Ciera Senior Apartments

What neighborhood is Villa Ciera Senior Apartments in?

Villa Ciera Senior Apartments is in the Saxony neighborhood.

Is Villa Ciera Senior Apartments in a walkable area?

Villa Ciera Senior Apartments has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of Villa Ciera Senior Apartments?

(262) 945-7110 will put you in contact with the team at Villa Ciera Senior Apartments.

Is Villa Ciera Senior Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Villa Ciera Senior Apartments is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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