The Waterford at Fitchburg
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Fitchburg, WI

The Waterford at Fitchburg

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Fitchburg, WI

Overview of The Waterford at Fitchburg

Set in the welcoming neighborhood of Fitchburg, WI, The Waterford at Fitchburg is an enticing senior living community offering independent living, assisted living and temporary stay services. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations with several floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive the utmost care and support they need.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including delicious and nutritious meals in restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and linen services, access to a third-party rehabilitation agency, regular personal care assessments, scheduled transportation, and many more. Join in various social activities and events such as themed parties, exercise classes, and movie nights. At The Waterford at Fitchburg, seniors can enjoy a blissful and secure retirement.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 71 Rank #80 / 373Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 80th out of 373 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #99 / 300Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 99th out of 300 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
12 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #101 / 416Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 101st out of 416 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
64 / 100
About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Monthly Rate Range
$3,725 - $4,560/Month

License Details

Facility TypeRegistered
IssuanceOctober 23, 2013
CountyDane

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Waterford at Fitchburg is legally operated by CSL West Bend LLC, and administered by Kirsten Hutchison.

Leadership

ContactLisa Zwierzynski (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Additional Policies & Features

Gender ServedBoth

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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 These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
1 deficiency 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 2023 vs. Wisconsin state average
Overall vs. WI average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Wisconsin average:
• Total deficiencies (90% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (69% 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. 110.0 This facility has 90% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (1 vs. WI avg 10).↓ 90% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.51.6 This facility has 69% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (0.5 vs. WI avg 1.6).↓ 69% 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. 25.0 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

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 798 / 1,125 / 1,167 - 1,517 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fitchburg's city center to The Waterford at Fitchburg's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Fitchburg

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. 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.
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.
The Courtyard at Fitchburg
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fitchburg (Chapel Valley)
72
Facility 72
WI AVG 54
Rank #78 / 373
Yes
34
Facility 34
WI AVG 44
Rank #254 / 416
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #272 / 300
52.8%
Facility 52.8%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #273 / 307
Michael SamuelsFitchburg Assisted Living LLC7
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 4
Rank #229 / 271
35
Facility 35
WI AVG 12
Rank #260 / 271
5.0
Facility 5.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #261 / 271
The Waterford at Fitchburg
AL
IL
RC
Fitchburg
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 54
Rank #80 / 373
Yes
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 44
Rank #101 / 416
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 12
Rank #99 / 300
-Kirsten HutchisonCsl West Bend LLC2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #49 / 271
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #65 / 271
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #91 / 271
The Courtyard at Fitchburg – Memory Care
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fitchburg
36
Facility 36
WI AVG 54
Rank #262 / 373
Yes
57
Facility 57
WI AVG 44
Rank #135 / 416
-
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #248 / 300
55.6%
Facility 55.6%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #262 / 307
-Fitchburg Assisted Living LLC8
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 4
Rank #229 / 271
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 12
Rank #258 / 271
4.1
Facility 4.1
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #252 / 271
The Ridge at Madison
AL
Fitchburg
23
Facility 23
WI AVG 54
Rank #323 / 373
Yes
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 44
Rank #293 / 416
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #272 / 300
52.2%
Facility 52.2%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #275 / 307
Robert T MurrayThe Ridge At Madison LLC14
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 4
Rank #263 / 271
42
Facility 42
WI AVG 12
Rank #263 / 271
3.0
Facility 3.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #234 / 271

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin

The Waterford at Fitchburg is located in Fitchburg, 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 The Waterford at Fitchburg

Who is the owner of The Waterford at Fitchburg?

The Waterford at Fitchburg is legally operated by CSL West Bend LLC, and administered by Kirsten Hutchison.

Is The Waterford at Fitchburg in a walkable area?

The Waterford at Fitchburg has a walk score of 64. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has The Waterford at Fitchburg been in business?

The Waterford at Fitchburg has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Waterford at Fitchburg?

Yes, The Waterford at Fitchburg allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Waterford at Fitchburg?

Kirsten Hutchison is the administrator of The Waterford at Fitchburg.

How many beds does The Waterford at Fitchburg have?

The Waterford at Fitchburg has 71 beds.

How much does The Waterford at Fitchburg cost per month?

Pricing at The Waterford at Fitchburg starts at $3,725 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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