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Wilson Commons
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Milwaukee, WI
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Wilson Commons

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Milwaukee, WI
1500 W Sonata Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53221 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Wilson Commons

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Wilson Commons sits on seven acres in Milwaukee’s Wilson Park neighborhood, at 1500 West Sonata Drive, and that acreage actually shows up in how the place feels. It’s a mid-rise offering independent living, assisted living, and respite care, with one- and two-bedroom units available for residents 55 and up.

A fitness center, a library, walking trails that make use of all that outdoor space, restaurant-style dining, a salon, a spa, a chapel, a garden, and a patio all show up on the property. Wifi, housekeeping, and laundry are handled too, and a Lifestyle Enrichment team runs the day-to-day activities and social calendar rather than leaving that to chance.

Wilson Commons runs the Blu Grotto Memory Care program, built around structured memory exercises and peer relationship building. It’s a named, defined offering rather than a vague mention of “memory support,” which tells you something about how intentional the design is. Rehabilitation services and respite care round out the clinical side, useful for both short recovery stints and a break for family caregivers.

Walkability sits in the somewhat-walkable range, low thirties on the Walk Score, so you’re driving for most errands but can manage a few on foot. Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is under two miles out, close enough that a hospital trip isn’t a production. Pricing starts at $5,085 a month, and pets are welcome, no tradeoff required there.

What Wilson Commons offers, in the end, is space, structure, and a named memory program that actually has a shape to it rather than being an afterthought.

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Walk Score
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #377 / 580Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 377th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Awards

Top Choice 2025
Best Retirement Community 55+
Best Memory Care
Top 3 Finalist for Best Assisted/Senior Living

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSecured neighborhood with automatic notification system

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Spa
Chapel
Restaurant
Garden
Patio
Transportation
Wifi
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Wellness ProgramThe Blu Grotto® Memory Care program, building positive peer relationships, common memory exercise
Branded ProgramsBlu Grotto® Memory Care
Religious Services

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,085 per month

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 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

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Wilson Commons

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Address 5.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Milwaukee's city center to Wilson Commons's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.62 miles to nearest hospital (Aurora St Luke's Medical Center)

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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.

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134
Facility 134
WI AVG 61
Rank #19 / 495
Yes
62
Facility 62
WI AVG 42
Rank #148 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
38
Facility 38
WI AVG 12
Rank #12 / 338
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107
Facility 107
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WI AVG 42
Rank #36 / 580
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60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 495
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47
Facility 47
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Rank #252 / 580
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18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #72 / 338
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38
Facility 38
WI AVG 61
Rank #360 / 495
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WI AVG 42
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
31
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Wilson Commons
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Milwaukee (Wilson Park)-Yes
30
Facility 30
WI AVG 42
Rank #377 / 580
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Wilson Commons is located in Milwaukee, 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).
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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 Wilson Commons

What neighborhood is Wilson Commons in?

Wilson Commons is in the Wilson Park neighborhood.

Is Wilson Commons in a walkable area?

Wilson Commons has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does Wilson Commons have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Wilson Commons on this page.

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What is the address of Wilson Commons?

Wilson Commons is located at 1500 W Sonata Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53221.

What is the phone number of Wilson Commons?

(414) 281-2450 will put you in contact with the team at Wilson Commons.

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