Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waunakee, WI

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waunakee, WI

Overview of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

Home Again in Waunakee offers exceptional personal care for residents of assisted living and memory care services near Madison. The community strongly promotes independence that allows a sense of belonging for oneself in a resident-centered community– especially as a community that strives for an easy aging experience. Home again performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff.

Lifestyle at Home Again has a list of essential services including transportation, religious services, educational programs, and activities to keep them active. Other community amenities include a dining room, a fitness center, social areas, a movie theater, a full-service salon, and a library.

Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #171 / 496Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st out of 496 homes in Wisconsin. 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.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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
11 years in operation Rank #117 / 334Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 334 homes in Wisconsin. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Wisconsin facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 13 / 100 Rank #477 / 580Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 477th out of 580 homes in Wisconsin. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Wisconsin facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #106 / 434Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 106th out of 434 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 434. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupied beds
56 / 64
Average occupied beds in Wisconsin homes 54 beds

Awards

Best of Waunakee 2023

License Details

Facility TypeCertified
IssuanceAugust 29, 2018
CountyDane
Waiver CertifiedNo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee is legally operated by Home Again Assisted Living Inc, and administered by Melissa Oconnor.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMELISSA OCONNOR (per state records, record updated Jun 2026)

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Independent Care

Additional Policies & Features

Gender ServedBoth

Rate Information (WI)

Monthly Rate Range $4,200 - $9,500

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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 2024 · 2 years of data 0 deficiencies

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 2024 vs. Wisconsin state average
Overall vs. WI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Wisconsin average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Latest Inspection January 6, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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. 012 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (0 vs. WI avg 12).↓ 100% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on January 6, 2025, found no deficiencies and the complaint was unsubstantiated.
  • The March 1, 2024 routine survey identified no deficiencies in any area of the facility.
  • Both inspections show consistent compliance with no citations or corrective actions required.

Managed by Melissa O’connor

Administrator & Chief Operating Officer

Melissa O’Connor serves as the Administrator and Chief Operating Officer at Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee. She brings over a decade of experience in Medicaid and Medicare enrollment and managed care leadership. Melissa oversees daily operations, human resources, and regulatory compliance, ensuring a supportive and high-quality environment for residents and staff. Her dedication to community integration enhances the living experience for seniors at Home Again.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Waunakee's city center to Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.89 miles to nearest hospital (Wisconsin Memorial Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Madison

The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.

Oak Park Place Madison East
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 61
Rank #67 / 496
No
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 42
Rank #201 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 12
Rank #59 / 334
-A+Oak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLCBecky Balousek----
Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 61
Rank #67 / 496
No
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 42
Rank #533 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 12
Rank #59 / 334
25.0%
Facility 25.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #405 / 406
A+Oak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLCBecky Balousek8
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #178 / 312
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 12
Rank #291 / 312
4.6
Facility 4.6
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #286 / 312
Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
AL
IL
MC
Waunakee (Connery Cove)
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 61
Rank #171 / 496
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 42
Rank #477 / 580
Studio / Suite
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #117 / 334
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #106 / 406
A+Melissa OconnorHome Again Assisted Living Inc2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 312
-
Facility -
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 312
Madison Pointe Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Madison (Burke Heights)
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 61
Rank #304 / 496
No
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 42
Rank #325 / 580
Private Rooms
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #117 / 334
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #146 / 406
A+Brian HulseMadison Senior Living Inc9
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 4
Rank #244 / 312
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #149 / 312
0.4
Facility 0.4
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #90 / 312
Sun Prairie Senior Living
AL
ADC
NH
SNF
Sun Prairie
42
Facility 42
WI AVG 61
Rank #337 / 496
Yes
74
Facility 74
WI AVG 42
Rank #79 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
58.0%
Facility 58.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #326 / 406
A+Ahr Sun Prairie Trs Sub LLCAlexis Peters5
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #108 / 312
21
Facility 21
WI AVG 12
Rank #262 / 312
4.2
Facility 4.2
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #285 / 312

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee is located in Waunakee, 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).
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 Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

What neighborhood is Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee in?

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee is in the Connery Cove neighborhood of Waunakee.

Who is the owner of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee?

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee is legally operated by Home Again Assisted Living Inc, and administered by Melissa Oconnor.

Is Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee in a walkable area?

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee?

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee's occupancy is 88%.

Who is the administrator of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee?

Home Again Assisted Living Inc is the administrator of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee.

How many beds does Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee have?

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee has 64 beds.

Are there photos of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee?

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