Overview of Prairie Gardens

Prairie Gardens is an assisted living community administered by PGRF LLC in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, offering personal care, medication administration, housekeeping, and a structured activities program to older adults in Dane County. Licensed in November 2004, the community has been operating in the greater Madison area for over 21 years, making it one of the older assisted living options in the area. The community has 47 licensed beds and accommodates older adults 24 hours a day.

With approximately 72% occupancy, the community is currently serving 34 residents per day with a 47-bed capacity. Families seeking immediate placement or flexibility in transitioning without waitlist delays benefit from the community’s occupancy, which is in line with the Wisconsin state average, as it has open availability.

The community has undergone five inspections, along with one complaint-initiated inspection, three routine surveys, and two other visits. Among the five inspections, two were completed without deficiencies, and the other three cited issues, accumulating a total of 17 deficiencies, which is slightly above Wisconsin’s 12-deficiency average. For better context about the nature and severity of each deficiency, families are suggested to review the detailed deficiency reports through the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

As one of the longer-running assisted living options in the area, the community’s 21-year history has allowed it to accumulate credibility in terms of regulatory compliance, staff development, and community trust. Additionally, a wide range of services, including respite care, 24-hour staffing, personal care, medication administration, housekeeping, and a well-curated activities program, are offered. Accommodations are also part of the community’s service category, highlighting its commitment to residents’ comfort.

Prairie Gardens’ over two decades of history in Dane County, along with a variety of services, including personal care, 24-hour staffing, and medication management, make it a compelling option for older adults and families in the Sun Prairie and greater Madison area. For in-depth details about the community’s inspection history, as well as daily atmosphere, it is recommended that families review inspection reports and inquire directly with the staff.

Bed community size
47-bed community Rank #302 / 494Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 302nd out of 494 homes 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.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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
21 years in operation Rank #47 / 342Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 342 homes 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.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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 76 / 100 Rank #68 / 580Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
62%
Rank #305 / 406Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 305th out of 406 homes in Wisconsin for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 406. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupied beds
29 / 47
Average occupied beds in Wisconsin homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeClass Cna (nonambulatory)
IssuanceNovember 1, 2004
CountyDane

Ownership & Operating Entity

Prairie Gardens is legally operated by Pgrf LLC.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsMedication Administration, Housekeeping and Cleaning, Accommodations
Operating HoursMon - Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Open 24/7

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 19 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 2023 vs. Wisconsin state average
Overall vs. WI average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Wisconsin average:
• Total deficiencies (58% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 1912 This facility has 58% more total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (19 vs. WI avg 12).↑ 58% worse

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

  • The July 14, 2025 inspection found zero deficiencies and cleared two complaints as unsubstantiated.
  • The December 29, 2023 survey identified 5 repeat deficiencies including medication errors, unsecured medication storage, unsafe environment, toxic substance storage, and incomplete staff background checks, with a $200 revisit fee assessed.
  • The January 26, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated medication administration errors and failure to document grievance findings, resulting in a Statement of Deficiency and a forfeiture.

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Address 0.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sun Prairie's city center to Prairie Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Prairie Gardens

Who is the owner of Prairie Gardens?

Prairie Gardens is legally operated by Pgrf LLC.

Is Prairie Gardens in a walkable area?

Prairie Gardens has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Prairie Gardens?

Prairie Gardens's occupancy is 62%.

How long has Prairie Gardens been in business?

Prairie Gardens has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Prairie Gardens?

No, Prairie Gardens has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Prairie Gardens?

Pgrf Llc is the administrator of Prairie Gardens.

How many beds does Prairie Gardens have?

Prairie Gardens has 47 beds.

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