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Best Assisted Living in Waukesha County, WI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 assisted living communities in Waukesha County, WI using Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WI
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Avg Walk Score: 33/ 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: 47The 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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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.

Mission Creek Senior Living
AL
MC
Waukesha
97
Facility 97
WI AVG 61
Rank #77 / 496
Yes
34
Facility 34
WI AVG 42
Rank #344 / 580
-
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #236 / 334
78.4%
Facility 78.4%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #191 / 406
- Miss Ion Creek Senior Care LLC Maxim Stesel 10
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #264 / 312
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 12
Rank #272 / 312
2.4
Facility 2.4
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #238 / 312
Avalon Square
AL
IL
MC
Waukesha
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 61
Rank #235 / 496
Yes
92
Facility 92
WI AVG 42
Rank #6 / 580
-
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 12
Rank #62 / 334
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #42 / 406
A Avalon Square Inc David Fulcher 1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
Summit Woods
AL
IL
Waukesha
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 61
Rank #226 / 496
Yes
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 42
Rank #477 / 580
-
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #177 / 334
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #362 / 406
- Chiara Communities Inc Glenwood Choban 1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
Dickson Hollow
AL
IL
MC
Menomonee Falls (Pilgrim Road)
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 61
Rank #449 / 496
No
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 42
Rank #485 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 12
Rank #138 / 334
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #1 / 406
A Phw Menomonee Falls Inc Jenny Weise 3
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 312
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #125 / 312
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #143 / 312
The Waters of Pewaukee
AL
NH
IL
MC
Waukesha (City Of Pewaukee)
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 61
Rank #472 / 496
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 42
Rank #477 / 580
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #1 / 406
- Shp Vi Wslg Pewaukee Jv LLC Jonathan Glass 1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 312
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #149 / 312
4.0
Facility 4.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #280 / 312
Overview of Mission Creek Senior Living

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.

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Overview of Avalon Square

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.

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Overview of Summit Woods

Set in the inviting town of Waukesha, WI, the Summit Woods is a promising senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from convenient and spacious accommodations based on their preferences. This community offers 24/7 care and support catering to the immediate needs of its residents.

Explore its above-and-beyond amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy delectable and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping and building maintenance, salon, comfortable common areas, and transportation services. Meet new friends by visiting its beautifully appointed common spaces. Engage in a full calendar of social activities and other life enrichment programs coordinated by a professional team. With Summit Woods, seniors can enjoy a wondrous living experience

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Dickson Hollow

W156N4881 Pilgrim Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Overview of Dickson Hollow

Set in the inviting town of Menomonee, WI, Dickson Hollow is a promising senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from convenient and spacious accommodations tailored to their needs. This community offers 24/7 care and support catering to the immediate needs of its residents.

Explore its above-and-beyond amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy delightful and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping and building maintenance, salon services, general store, garage parking, and transportation services. Meet new friends by visiting its beautifully appointed common spaces. Engage in a full calendar of social activities and other life enrichment programs coordinated by a professional team. With Summit Woods, seniors can enjoy a worry-free living experience.

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Overview of The Waters of Pewaukee

The Waters of Pewaukee is a highly regarded retirement community in Pewaukee, WI, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring a variety of studio to two-bedroom accommodations in a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can find a home away from home. A 24-hour emergency response, various dining options, and concierge services are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also doubles its efforts to understand residents’ unique needs and preferences to provide the best possible care.

Fitness classes, educational programs, and cultural events help residents stay active and make new friends. A dog park, beautiful courtyards, and a wellness center are among the state-of-the-art amenities available for residents’ leisure and wellness. With its convenient location near downtown Milwaukee and the Pewaukee Lakefront, the community ensures residents have easy access to their leisure and necessities. This retirement community has a wide range of services and top-notch amenities, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Wisconsin.

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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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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 5 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.