Best Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 426 assisted living communities in WI using WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WI
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426 homes
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,530The average monthly cost across facilities in Wisconsin. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Wisconsin. 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: 61The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Villa St. Francis Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Milwaukee (Morgandale)
134
Facility 134
WI AVG 61
Rank #19 / 494
Yes
62
Facility 62
WI AVG 44
Rank #148 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
38
Facility 38
WI AVG 12
Rank #12 / 341
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #162 / 399
A+Susan SeegertVilla St Francis 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
Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
AL
IL
MC
Waunakee
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 61
Rank #170 / 494
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 44
Rank #478 / 556
Studio / Suite
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #120 / 341
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #110 / 399
A+Melissa OconnorHome Again Assisted Living Inc2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
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%
Facility 96.0%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #33 / 399
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
Pine Haven Christian Communities
AL
HOS
IL
MC
PC
RC
Sheboygan Falls
105
Facility 105
WI AVG 61
Rank #59 / 494
No
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 44
Rank #357 / 556
Private Rooms
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 12
Rank #11 / 341
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #175 / 399
-Peter LeerPine Haven Christian Home Inc2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #107 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Appleton Retirement Community
AL
IL
RC
Appleton
104
Facility 104
WI AVG 61
Rank #62 / 494
Yes
84
Facility 84
WI AVG 44
Rank #31 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #203 / 341
92.3%
Facility 92.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #69 / 399
-Rick SchallerAppleton Retirement Community, LLC3
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #143 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Brookdale Kenosha
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Kenosha (White Caps)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #185 / 494
Yes
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 44
Rank #204 / 556
Private Suite / Semi-Private Suite
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 341
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #106 / 399
A+Dawn KussowBrookdale Senior Living Communities Inc6
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #179 / 310
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #182 / 310
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #143 / 310
Attic Angel Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Middleton
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 61
Rank #164 / 494
No
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 44
Rank #140 / 556
-
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 12
Rank #27 / 341
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #204 / 399
A+Kimberly BlumAttic Angel Place3
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 310
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #100 / 310
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #117 / 310
Cardinal Ridge Residential Care
AL
HOS
RC
Green Bay (Howard)
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 61
Rank #423 / 494
Yes
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 44
Rank #405 / 556
Studio
23
Facility 23
WI AVG 12
Rank #49 / 341
80.8%
Facility 80.8%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #178 / 399
A+Larry AndersonCardinal Ridge Residential Care3
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #143 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Deerwood Crossing Senior Residence
AL
IL
Milwaukee
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 61
Rank #164 / 494
Yes
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 44
Rank #240 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 12
Rank #92 / 341
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #146 / 399
-Jfs Housing IncJfs Housing Inc4
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #179 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Sienna Crest – Dodgeville
AL
IL
MC
Dodgeville
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 61
Rank #472 / 494
No
38
Facility 38
WI AVG 44
Rank #317 / 556
Private Room
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 12
Rank #46 / 341
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #58 / 399
-Sue WhiteSienna Crest Assisted Living Inc2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 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 426 on this page.

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Overview of Villa St. Francis Assisted Living

Villa St. Francis Assisted Living has been part of Milwaukee’s senior care landscape for 38 years, running a 134-bed community out of a three-story building at 1910 West Ohio Avenue. It covers assisted living, memory care, and respite care under one roof, with studio, one, and two-bedroom units available depending on what a resident needs.

The community is running at 82 percent occupancy, 110 of 134 beds filled, which puts it solidly in active-use territory rather than either empty or waitlisted. The population reflects a real range too: residents here include people managing traumatic brain injury, advanced age, and irreversible dementia or Alzheimer’s. That’s not a narrow specialty. It’s a community built to hold multiple kinds of needs without residents having to relocate as things change.

Day to day, there’s a convenience store and a banking center on-site, plus a salon and a massage therapist, small things that add up when you’re not driving somewhere for every errand. Pastoral care is available too, open to residents of any faith, which is worth naming because it’s not a universal offering. Pets are welcome, so that’s one less thing families have to sort out.

Pricing runs from $4,910 to $10,140 a month, depending on the unit and care level. Walkability sits in the moderate range, with a Walk Score of 62, so some errands are doable on foot, and the rest need a short drive. Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is barely over half a mile out.

Villa St. Francis lands as a community with real depth of care and enough scale to support it, set close enough to the city to stay convenient without losing the room a 134-bed property needs to breathe.

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Overview of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

Home Again in Waunakee offers exceptional personal care for residents of assisted living and memory care services near Madison. The community strongly promotes independence that allows a sense of belonging for oneself in a resident-centered community– especially as a community that strives for an easy aging experience. Home again performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff.

Lifestyle at Home Again has a list of essential services including transportation, religious services, educational programs, and activities to keep them active. Other community amenities include a dining room, a fitness center, social areas, a movie theater, a full-service salon, and a library.

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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 Pine Haven Christian Communities

An independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care in the county of Sheboygan in Wisconsin for more than 70 years– Pine Haven Christian Communities is a comfortable place that is inviting to all residents of different backgrounds. These are all created to ensure that residents can live a stress-free lifestyle and create a joyous experience in the community.  The senior living home boasts a beautiful location that strives to offer a harmonious environment for seniors seeking.

Pine Haven residents can feel confident knowing it is filled with safe, comfortable, and therapeutic service. Seniors are encouraged to maintain independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities.

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Appleton Retirement Community

200 W Packard St, Appleton, WI 54911
Overview of Appleton Retirement Community

Appleton Retirement Community is a trusted senior living community situated in the tranquil city of Appleton, WI, offering assisted living and independent living services. Live a comfortable and secure retirement with cozy and spacious residences including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, purposely crafted to meet residents’ needs and preferences. The community is dedicated to improving seniors’ quality of life, delivering top-notch care and assistance around the clock with a kind and well-trained team.

Rediscover passions and explore new interests with a variety of fun activities and nurturing programs conducted for seniors’ enjoyment and wellness. Delight with healthy and delicious meals prepared to satisfy seniors’ dietary needs and tastes. With its enchanting landscapes and friendly environment, Appleton Retirement Community doubles its efforts to provide a haven for seniors to live a glorious retirement and create unforgettable moments.

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Overview of Brookdale Kenosha

Nestled in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Brookdale Kenosha offers a personalized memory care experience for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The community’s person-centered approach ensures that each resident can continue to live with a sense of belonging, purpose, and dignity.Brookdale Kenosha’s safe and supportive environment, combined with its personalized care programs, helps residents feel a sense of security and purpose. The community’s experienced staff is available 24/7 to provide attentive support and respond to emergencies.

Residents at Brookdale Kenosha engage in a variety of dementia-friendly activities, including music programs, pet therapy, games, and outings, all designed to foster a sense of meaning and enjoyment. The community’s specialized dining program also addresses the unique nutritional needs of those living with dementia. By prioritizing the well-being and quality of life of its residents, Brookdale Kenosha empowers individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia to preserve their identity and live their best lives, even as they navigate the complexities of their condition.

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Overview of Attic Angel Community

Indulge in an enriching living experience with Attic Angel Community, a vibrant senior living community in Middleton, WI, offering excellent independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents thrive with comprehensive care services provided by a dependable care team available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. The community also offers recuperative stays for those needing short-term care for respite or rehabilitation, ensuring residents are provided with the care they need even as their needs change.

Committed to elevating residents’ quality of life, the community offers a broad range of programs, activities and off-campus outings for social enjoyment, intellectual stimulation, health, wellness and spirituality. Residents are provided a great selection of thoughtfully prepared meals daily that they can enjoy with the company of others in a cozy dining area or delivered right on their doorstep. Here, residents are empowered to live as independently as possible while also enjoying a high quality of life.

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Overview of Cardinal Ridge Residential Care

Cardinal Ridge Residential Care, located in Green Bay, WI, is a residential care home that is a great alternative to traditional nursing homes. This close-knit senior living community is dedicated in providing quality assisted living services and amenities to its residents. Their high-quality senior care provides the residents round-the-clock staff availability for supervision and assistance with daily living activities such as medication management, continence care, diabetic management, and mobility assistance and transferring.

This senior care home’s staff are also well trained and experienced when it comes caring for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The residents are also provided regular meals and snacks carefully prepared with consideration to their dietary needs and restrictions. The staff also regularly creates programs and activities designed to keep the residents engaged and mobile.

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Overview of Deerwood Crossing Senior Residence

Having passed the chapter of their lives centered around hustle and bustle, retirees looking for the freedom and flexibility to live a more peaceful life can find those and more, at Deerwood Crossing Senior Residence. This home for independent living offers spacious studio, one- or two-bedroom fully-equipped apartment options that are affordable and comfortable. Assistance with daily living activities such as housekeeping and cooking, empower residents to invest their time in leisure, personal growth in a warm and welcoming community.

Residents have a balance of peaceful living and exciting activities in their new independent living home with amenities such as a private dining room where they can enjoy a peaceful meal or share the time with guests, access a plethora of knowledge via the library/computer room, take up a new exercise routine at the fitness center, or enjoy a cup of coffee with musical accompaniment at the piano room and lounge. Deerwood promotes a sense of community as well with stylish community rooms where newfound friends can gather for fun-filled group activities.

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Overview of Sienna Crest – Dodgeville

Sienna Crest – Dodgeville is a 15-bed senior living community on East Madison Street in Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Operated by Sienna Crest Assisted Living Inc. under administrator Sue White, the two-story home provides independent living apartments alongside assisted living and memory care services.

Having served Iowa County seniors for 24 years, the home maintains a 93 percent occupancy rate. Residents live in private rooms and receive support with housekeeping, laundry, daily meals, and personal care. The neighborhood carries a walk score of 38, meaning the area is car-dependent, and most daily errands require a vehicle.

Prospective representatives seeking a long-established senior care option with multiple levels of support can contact the community directly to discuss current room availability.

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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 Wisconsin

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 426 assisted living facilities in Wisconsin. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Wisconsin?

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 Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin?

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.