Compare Assisted Living around Waukesha County
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.
| Avalon Square | AL IL MC | Waukesha | 50
Facility
50
WI AVG
61
Rank
#234 / 494 | Yes |
92
Facility
92
WI AVG
42
Rank
#6 / 580 | - | 19
Facility
19
WI AVG
10
Rank
#53 / 342 | 96.0% | A | Avalon Square Inc | David Fulcher | 1 | 0
Facility
0
WI AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 302 | -
Facility
-
WI AVG
12
Rank
#1 / 302 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
WI AVG
2.4
Rank
#1 / 302 |
| Mission Creek Senior Living | AL MC | Waukesha | 97
Facility
97
WI AVG
61
Rank
#77 / 494 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
WI AVG
42
Rank
#344 / 580 | - | 4
Facility
4
WI AVG
10
Rank
#238 / 342 | 78.4% | - | Miss Ion Creek Senior Care LLC | Maxim Stesel | 10 | 8
Facility
8
WI AVG
4
Rank
#257 / 302 | 24
Facility
24
WI AVG
12
Rank
#264 / 302 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
WI AVG
2.4
Rank
#233 / 302 |
| Dickson Hollow | AL IL MC | Menomonee Falls (Pilgrim Road) | 20
Facility
20
WI AVG
61
Rank
#447 / 494 | No |
12
Facility
12
WI AVG
42
Rank
#485 / 580 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
WI AVG
10
Rank
#125 / 342 | 100.0% | A | Phw Menomonee Falls Inc | Jenny Weise | 3 | 0
Facility
0
WI AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 302 | 3
Facility
3
WI AVG
12
Rank
#123 / 302 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
WI AVG
2.4
Rank
#141 / 302 |
| Summit Woods | AL IL | Waukesha | 52
Facility
52
WI AVG
61
Rank
#225 / 494 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
WI AVG
42
Rank
#477 / 580 | - | 7
Facility
7
WI AVG
10
Rank
#172 / 342 | 50.0% | - | Chiara Communities Inc | Glenwood Choban | 1 | 0
Facility
0
WI AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 302 | -
Facility
-
WI AVG
12
Rank
#1 / 302 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
WI AVG
2.4
Rank
#1 / 302 |
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.
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.
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.
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
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 4 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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