The Legacy of DeForest
A 25-bed community in Deforest, Wisconsin, The Legacy of DeForest covers three levels of care under one address: independent living, assisted living, and memory care. It sits at 6639 Pederson Crossing Blvd in Dane County, in a stretch of the area where a car is pretty much required to get anywhere. Six years in, the community now runs at 76 percent occupancy.
Julie Lonergan administers the property, with Park Vista Senior Housing Management LLC as the operator behind it. Day to day, residents have an emergency response system in place and transportation arranged to physician, dental, therapy, specialist, and optometrist appointments, the kind of logistics that quietly matter more than they get credit for. Seasonal menus rotate through the dining room, giving some variety across the year.
Pricing runs from $7,910 to $8,910 a month, depending on care level and accommodation type, a range wide enough that it’s worth a direct conversation about where a specific resident would land. Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance, oversees inspections statewide, and here those have tended to focus on staffing credentials and how well care plans get documented.
What stands out is the structure itself: three care levels in one small community, built for a resident who might start more independent and need more support later, without ever having to pack up and move somewhere new.
About this community
Occupancy
The Legacy of DeForest is legally operated by Park Vista Senior Housing Management LLC, and administered by Julie Lonergan.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (50% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (8% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WI Average | vs. WI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 18 | 12 | This facility has 50% more total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (18 vs. WI avg 12).↑ 50% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.6 | 2.4 | This facility has 8% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (2.6 vs. WI avg 2.4).↑ 8% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | WI Average | vs. WI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 7 | 5 | This facility has had 40% more total inspections than the Wisconsin average (7 vs. WI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 40% more |
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Pets Allowed
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2.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Deforest's city center to The Legacy of DeForest's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.95 miles to nearest hospital (UW Health East Madison Hospital)
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin
The Legacy of DeForest is located in DeForest, Wisconsin.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Legacy of DeForest
Who is the owner of The Legacy of DeForest?
The Legacy of DeForest is legally operated by Park Vista Senior Housing Management LLC, and administered by Julie Lonergan.
What is the occupancy rate at The Legacy of DeForest?
The Legacy of DeForest's occupancy is 76%.
How long has The Legacy of DeForest been in business?
The Legacy of DeForest has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Legacy of DeForest?
Yes, The Legacy of DeForest allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Legacy of DeForest?
Julie Lonergan is the administrator of The Legacy of DeForest.
How many beds does The Legacy of DeForest have?
The Legacy of DeForest has 25 beds.
Has The Legacy of DeForest had any deficiencies?
The Legacy of DeForest has had 18 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).
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