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The Legacy of DeForest
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Deforest, WI
Exterior view of a senior living facility entrance Exterior view of a senior living facility Cozy interior common area with stone fireplace Interior view of the Legacy of DeForest reception area Sunlit private room with blue bedding and a cozy atmosphere Interior view of a hallway with stone fireplace

The Legacy of DeForest

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Deforest, WI
6639 Pederson Crossing Blvd, Deforest, WI 53532 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of 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.

Facility Direct Line (608) 807-2888
Facility Direct Line (608) 807-2888
Bed community size
25-bed community Rank #430 / 495Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 430th out of 495 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #203 / 338Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 203rd out of 338 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #561 / 580Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 561st 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
Rank #212 / 407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 212th out of 407 homes in Wisconsin for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 407. 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.
Higher than the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupied beds
19 / 25
Average occupied beds in Wisconsin homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeClass Cna (nonambulatory)
IssuanceOctober 19, 2019
CountyDane

Ownership & Operating Entity

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.

Leadership

ContactKELLEY ROBINSON (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Additional Policies & Features

Gender ServedBoth

Rate Information (WI)

Monthly Rate Range $7,910 - $8,910

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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 18 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Wisconsin average:
• Total deficiencies (50% above)
• Deficiencies per year (50% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection June 10, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility WI Average vs. WI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 18 12 This facility has 50% more total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (18 vs. WI avg 12).↑ 50% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 6 4 This facility has 50% more deficiencies per year than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (6 vs. WI avg 4).↑ 50% worse

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 June 10, 2025, found three deficiencies including a repeat violation, with a $1,900 forfeiture and a substantiated complaint for caregiver background checks and oxygen monitoring failures.
  • Multiple complaint investigations from February 12, 2024, through June 10, 2025, documented repeated failures in resident health monitoring, fall risk management, and notification of legal representatives after incidents.
  • Deficiencies consistently involved staff training, documentation of care plans, and failure to monitor residents’ health conditions, showing ongoing compliance issues despite enforcement actions and repeated follow-up visits.
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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info 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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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 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%.

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?

Park Vista Senior Housing Management Llc is the administrator of The Legacy of DeForest.

How many beds does The Legacy of DeForest have?

The Legacy of DeForest has 25 beds.

Are there photos of The Legacy of DeForest?

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What is the address of The Legacy of DeForest?

The Legacy of DeForest is located at 6639 Pederson Crossing Blvd, Deforest, WI 53532.

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