Vista West
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Madison, WI

Vista West

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

Overview of Vista West

Settled in the lovely neighborhood of Crossroads Circle, Suite 400, Waukesha, WI, is the outstanding senior living community of Vista West Madison that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Spend your best years resting in the beautifully designed and sophisticated accommodations of the community in a wide array of one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Vista West Madison handles the maintenance and helps residents with their daily activities with unwavering dedication from a kind and highly skilled team.

Here, residents utilize the inviting spaces for their leisure and join carefully curated activities to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Look forward to meal times with healthy and delicious meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Providing round-the-clock care and assistance, Vista West Madison ensures residents have a blissful retirement within its serene premises.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 36 Rank #312 / 435Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 312th 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 Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #126 / 500Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 126th 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

License Details

Facility TypeClass CNA (Nonambulatory)
IssuanceApril 11, 2025
CountyDane

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vista West is legally operated by Chiara Housing and Services Inc, and administered by Glenwood Choban.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactJeanne Morton (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Additional Policies & Features

Gender ServedBoth

Rate Information (WI)

Monthly Rate Range $6,200 - $13,100

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Vista West

Address 5.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Madison's city center to Vista West'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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Attic Angel Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Middleton
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 57
Rank #123 / 435
No
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 44
Rank #126 / 500
-
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 12
Rank #25 / 330
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #187 / 349
A+Kimberly BlumAttic Angel Place3
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 309
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #100 / 309
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #116 / 309
Heritage of Portage
AL
Portage
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 57
Rank #123 / 435
No
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 44
Rank #228 / 500
-
23
Facility 23
WI AVG 12
Rank #46 / 330
98.5%
Facility 98.5%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #24 / 349
A+Tom OstromSha Msl Portage Opco LLC7
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #142 / 309
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #164 / 309
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #116 / 309
Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
AL
IL
MC
Waunakee
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 57
Rank #129 / 435
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 44
Rank #429 / 500
Studio / Suite
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #115 / 330
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #105 / 349
A+Melissa OconnorHome Again Assisted Living Inc2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 309
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 309
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 309
Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale
AL
IL
MC
Madison (Madison Yards At Hill Farms)
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 57
Rank #129 / 435
No
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 44
Rank #19 / 500
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #231 / 330
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #276 / 349
-Bryan CookMadison Senior Services LLC1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 309
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 309
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 309
Vista West
AL
IL
MC
Madison
36
Facility 36
WI AVG 57
Rank #312 / 435
Yes
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 44
Rank #126 / 500
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #296 / 330
--Glenwood ChobanChiara Housing And Services Inc----

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Vista West is located in Madison, 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 Vista West

Who is the owner of Vista West?

Vista West is legally operated by Chiara Housing and Services Inc, and administered by Glenwood Choban.

Is Vista West in a walkable area?

Vista West has a walk score of 63. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Vista West been in business?

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

Are pets allowed at Vista West?

Yes, Vista West allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Vista West?

Glenwood Choban is the administrator of Vista West.

How many beds does Vista West have?

Vista West has 36 beds.

Are there photos of Vista West?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Vista West in the photo gallery on this page.

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