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Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waunakee, WI
Exterior view of Home Again Assisted Living facility Interior dining room with wooden tables and chairs Interior view of a common area with seating. Private resident room with a bed and dresser Happy residents enjoying a meal together Seniors playing cards and enjoying each other's company. Resident enjoying time with staff member

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Waunakee, WI
1120 Connery Cove, Waunakee, WI 53597 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

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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.

Facility Direct Line (608) 850-9684
Facility Direct Line (608) 850-9684 donna@homeagainliving.com
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 64 Rank #170 / 494Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 170th 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. Rank #120 / 341Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 120th 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.
11 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #478 / 556Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 478th 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.
13 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #110 / 399Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 110th 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.
88% This home usually has limited availability
Higher than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupied beds
56 / 64
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

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 Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Independent Care

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 2 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 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)

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

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. 25 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
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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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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. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Attic Angel Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Middleton
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 61
Rank #164 / 494
No
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 44
Rank #140 / 556
-
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 12
Rank #27 / 341
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #204 / 399
A+Kimberly BlumAttic Angel Place3
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 310
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #100 / 310
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #117 / 310
Heritage of Portage
AL
Portage
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 61
Rank #164 / 494
No
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 44
Rank #252 / 556
-
23
Facility 23
WI AVG 12
Rank #49 / 341
98.5%
Facility 98.5%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #24 / 399
A+Tom OstromSha Msl Portage Opco LLC7
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #143 / 310
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #165 / 310
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #117 / 310
Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
AL
IL
MC
Waunakee
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 61
Rank #170 / 494
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 44
Rank #478 / 556
Studio / Suite
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #120 / 341
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #110 / 399
A+Melissa OconnorHome Again Assisted Living Inc2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale
AL
IL
MC
Madison (Madison Yards At Hill Farms)
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 61
Rank #170 / 494
No
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 44
Rank #20 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #241 / 341
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #310 / 399
-Bryan CookMadison Senior Services LLC1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Madison Pointe Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Madison (Burke Heights)
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 61
Rank #302 / 494
Yes
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 44
Rank #325 / 556
Private Rooms
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #120 / 341
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #151 / 399
A+Brian HulseMadison Senior Living Inc9
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 4
Rank #245 / 310
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #149 / 310
0.4
Facility 0.4
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #90 / 310
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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

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%.

How long has Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee been in business?

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee?

No, Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee?

Melissa Oconnor 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.

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