BrightStar Senior Living – Madison
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Madison, WI

BrightStar Senior Living – Madison

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

Overview of BrightStar Senior Living – Madison

An assisted living community providing residential care and support services to older adults in the Madison, Wisconsin area, is BrightStar Senior Living – Madison. The community at 6550 Schroeder Rd offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in a supportive environment designed to meet residents’ needs at different care levels.

Such assisted living communities typically provide support with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, medication management, and meal preparation, while encouraging occupants to stay as independent as possible. The addition of memory care services indicates the community can bolster residents experiencing cognitive decline or early-stage dementia, with staff trained in specialized approaches to care and communication. Respite care services offer short-term stays for occupants whose regular caregivers need a rest, providing flexibility for families balancing caregiving duties. The neighborhood surrounding BrightStar Senior Living – Madison has a Walk Score of 48, classified as somewhat walkable. This means a few nearby services and amenities may be accessible on foot for active residents, though most daily errands, shopping, and recreational outings require driving or transportation. The area maintains a residential character that attracts many seniors looking for a calmer setting that’s reasonably accessible to local conveniences.

It’s highly recommended that families considering BrightStar Senior Living – Madison schedule an on-site tour. A visit lets you see the actual living spaces, meet staff members, observe the daily atmosphere, and ask in detail about services, pricing, staffing levels, dining options, activities, and any specialized programs offered. Touring the home in person helps you understand if the setting and services match your loved one’s needs and preferences.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #240 / 580Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 240th out of 580 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Wisconsin that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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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Assisted Living in Wisconsin

BrightStar Senior Living – Madison is located in Madison, 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 BrightStar Senior Living – Madison

Is BrightStar Senior Living – Madison in a walkable area?

BrightStar Senior Living – Madison has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of BrightStar Senior Living – Madison?

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What is the address of BrightStar Senior Living – Madison?

BrightStar Senior Living – Madison is located at 6550 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711.

What is the phone number of BrightStar Senior Living – Madison?

(608) 620-7900 will put you in contact with the team at BrightStar Senior Living – Madison.

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