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Best Assisted Living in Waukesha County, WI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Waukesha County, WI using WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WI
Reviewed by
Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Waukesha County, WI our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Waukesha County, WI.
3 homes
Other senior care options in Waukesha County:
Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living
Avg Walk Score: 46/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Waukesha County, WI. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 66The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Waukesha County, WI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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.
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.
Avalon Square
AL
IL
MC
Waukesha
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 61
Rank #234 / 494
Yes
92
Facility 92
WI AVG 44
Rank #6 / 556
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 12
Rank #64 / 341
 96.0% ADavid FulcherAvalon Square Inc1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Mission Creek Senior Living
AL
MC
Waukesha
97
Facility 97
WI AVG 61
Rank #77 / 494
Yes
34
Facility 34
WI AVG 44
Rank #344 / 556
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #226 / 341
 78.4% -Maxim SteselMiss Ion Creek Senior Care LLC10
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 4
Rank #264 / 310
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 12
Rank #272 / 310
2.4
Facility 2.4
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #237 / 310
Summit Woods
AL
IL
Waukesha
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 61
Rank #225 / 494
Yes
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 44
Rank #478 / 556
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #182 / 341
 50.0% -Glenwood ChobanChiara Communities Inc1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every WI community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Waukesha County.

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Overview of Avalon Square
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Discover a comfortable living with Avalon Square located in Waukesha, WI. This senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and specialty care services. Beautifully designed and cozy accommodations are available and tailored to the needs of its residents. Having a competent and compassionate team, this community ensures convenience and security of its residents at all times.

Committed to providing utmost care and support, residents can enjoy amenities such as tasty and health meals, housekeeping services, salon services, handyman services, and many more. Boost physical health and wellness by attending on-site fitness classes. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories within the beautifully shared spaces of this community. With Avalon Square, seniors are assured of a with a classic living experience.

Phone: (262) 446-9300

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Overview of Mission Creek Senior Living
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Nestled in the serene neighborhood of Waukesha, WI, Mission Creek Senior Living is a dedicated senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Residents can select from a wide range of spacious and modern-style accommodation based on their tastes. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community assures its residents with a service-enriched set of programs and services.

Discover its top-notch amenities and exceptional services including tasty and healthy meals in restaurant-style dining, laundry services, salon and spa services and fitness programming. Moreover, avail of its concierge services such as transportation services to make the most out of your time participating in diverse social activities and community events. With the Mission Creek Senior Living seniors can enjoy a living experience worth remembering.

Phone: (262) 896-8888

Contact Mission Creek Senior Living

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Overview of Summit Woods

Summit Woods is a 52-bed senior living community located about 2.4 miles from downtown Waukesha, Wisconsin. Managed by Chiara Communities Inc. under administrator Glenwood Choban, the three-story facility has provided both independent and assisted living options for seven years.

The community operates at a 50 percent occupancy rate, with 26 of its beds currently filled, and offers monthly rates ranging from $940 to $1,560. Daily amenities include transportation services, pet-friendly accommodations, and scheduled fitness and recreational activities. Because the surrounding neighborhood carries a Walk Score of 13, the location is car-dependent, and most visits or off-site errands require a short drive.

Prospective residents and their families looking for an affordable senior living option with immediate vacancy in Waukesha County can contact the facility to discuss apartment availability and arrange a tour.

Phone: (262) 521-1388

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Waukesha County, WI

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Wisconsin?

Assisted living in Wisconsin supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Wisconsin?

Assisted living in Wisconsin is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Wisconsin Medicaid cover assisted living?

Wisconsin Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Wisconsin) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 assisted living facilities in Waukesha County, WI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Waukesha County, WI?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Waukesha County, WI, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Waukesha County, WI?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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