Ruby Commons
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Brookfield, WI

Ruby Commons

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

Overview of Ruby Commons

Ruby Commons is a senior living community in Brookfield, Wisconsin, operated by Chiara Housing and Services, Inc., and is certified to offer independent and assisted living apartments since April 2025. The community is licensed for 50 beds, providing older adults in Waukesha County with a more personalized approach to care.

Although relatively new, the community was already named a Top Choice for Best Retirement Community 55+ and Best Memory Care, as well as one of the top three for Best Assisted/ Senior Living, and Best Place to Work in the area. These recognitions improve the community’s reputation, making it known for families and older adults.

The community offers independent living apartments and assisted living services, providing older adults with a maintenance-free lifestyle while ensuring they have access to personal care, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. With these two care options, older adults and families are provided with leeway when their needs progress. The community is still working to develop a more structured lifestyle programming, along with a calendar of events.

As a smaller, residential home in the suburb of Brookfield, Ruby Commons is ideal for those seeking a home-like and maintenance-free lifestyle. The community is also located near restaurants, shops, doctors, and other local amenities, providing residents with quick access to their needs.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 50 Rank #190 / 435Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 190th out of 435 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #296 / 330Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 296th out of 330 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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #451 / 500Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 451st out of 500 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.
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About this community

Awards

Top Choice in 2025 for Best Retirement Community 55+ and Best Memory Care
Top 3 Finalist for Best Assisted/Senior Living and Best Place to Work.

License Details

Facility TypeCertified
IssuanceApril 11, 2025
CountyWaukesha

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ruby Commons is legally operated by Chiara Housing And Services Inc.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsLiving & Care Options

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Brookfield's city center to Ruby Commons's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
Care-Age Of Brookfield
AL
NH
PC
SNF
Brookfield
110
Facility 110
WI AVG 57
Rank #30 / 435
No
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 44
Rank #461 / 500
Private Rooms-
64.6%
Facility 64.6%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #263 / 349
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Anitas Gardens of Brookfield
AL
MC
RC
Brookfield
70
Facility 70
WI AVG 57
Rank #113 / 435
No
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 44
Rank #479 / 500
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84.3%
Facility 84.3%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #128 / 349
-Brikat Enterprises LLC6
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 4
Rank #203 / 309
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 12
Rank #230 / 309
2.3
Facility 2.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #225 / 309
Sunrise Meadows Senior Living
AL
RC
Brookfield
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 57
Rank #181 / 435
No
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 44
Rank #479 / 500
-
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #271 / 330
88.5%
Facility 88.5%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #98 / 349
-Brookfield Senior Living LLC6
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 4
Rank #244 / 309
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 12
Rank #210 / 309
1.7
Facility 1.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #200 / 309
Ruby Commons
AL
IL
MC
Brookfield
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 57
Rank #190 / 435
Yes
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 44
Rank #451 / 500
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #296 / 330
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Congregational Home
AL
CCRC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Brookfield (Grantosa)
21
Facility 21
WI AVG 57
Rank #388 / 435
No
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 44
Rank #399 / 500
Private Rooms-
95.2%
Facility 95.2%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #41 / 349
Kris SprtelCongregational Home Inc10
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #178 / 309
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 12
Rank #276 / 309
2.7
Facility 2.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #244 / 309

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Ruby Commons is located in Brookfield, 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 Ruby Commons

Who is the owner of Ruby Commons?

Ruby Commons is legally operated by Chiara Housing And Services Inc.

Is Ruby Commons in a walkable area?

Ruby Commons has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Ruby Commons been in business?

Ruby Commons has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Ruby Commons?

Yes, Ruby Commons allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Ruby Commons have?

Ruby Commons has 50 beds.

Are there photos of Ruby Commons?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Ruby Commons in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Ruby Commons provide?

Ruby Commons offers Independent Living and Assisted Living.

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