Page 15 of Best Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 428 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
Fairhaven Corporation
AL
IL
MC
Whitewater
49
Facility 49
WI AVG 54
Rank #187 / 373
No
75
Facility 75
WI AVG 44
Rank #54 / 416
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #272 / 300
53.1%
Facility 53.1%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #271 / 307
-Fairhaven Corporation1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 271
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 271
Moraine Ridge Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Green Bay (Schmitt Park)
75
Facility 75
WI AVG 54
Rank #71 / 373
Yes
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 44
Rank #333 / 416
Private Rooms
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 12
Rank #84 / 300
53.3%
Facility 53.3%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #270 / 307
Michael KleinMoraine Ridge LLC Dba Moraine Ridge Senior Living8
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 4
Rank #229 / 271
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 12
Rank #218 / 271
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #196 / 271
Layton Terrace Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Greenfield
80
Facility 80
WI AVG 54
Rank #58 / 373
No
42
Facility 42
WI AVG 44
Rank #220 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #231 / 300
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #126 / 307
Christian CummingsLtmld Opco LLC9
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 4
Rank #253 / 271
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 12
Rank #251 / 271
3.0
Facility 3.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #234 / 271
Country View
AL
MC
RC
Oak Creek
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 54
Rank #154 / 373
No
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 44
Rank #385 / 416
Suite
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #248 / 300
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #1 / 307
Hillel FeuermanOsl 10507 Oak Creek Operating LLC3
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #157 / 271
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 12
Rank #211 / 271
4.7
Facility 4.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #259 / 271
The Waters of Pewaukee
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Waukesha (City Of Pewaukee)
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 54
Rank #351 / 373
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 44
Rank #356 / 416
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #231 / 300
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #1 / 307
Jonathan GlassShp Vi Wslg Pewaukee Jv LLC1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 271
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #138 / 271
4.0
Facility 4.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #250 / 271
Drumlin Reserve
AL
IL
MC
Cottage Grove
70
Facility 70
WI AVG 54
Rank #83 / 373
Yes
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 44
Rank #335 / 416
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #272 / 300
37.1%
Facility 37.1%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #296 / 307
-Chiara Housing And Services Inc1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #49 / 271
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 271
Cecelia Place
AL
RESC
Pewaukee
57
Facility 57
WI AVG 54
Rank #131 / 373
Yes
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 44
Rank #370 / 416
-
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #248 / 300
45.6%
Facility 45.6%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #282 / 307
-Cecelia Senior Homes Of West Allis Inc1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #49 / 271
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 271
Eagle Point Senior Living Inc
AL
IL
MC
Appleton
65
Facility 65
WI AVG 54
Rank #97 / 373
No
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 44
Rank #310 / 416
-
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 12
Rank #145 / 300
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #177 / 307
-Eagle Point Senior Living Inc3
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #93 / 271
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #95 / 271
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #109 / 271
Parkside Assisted Living
AL
Deforest
40
Facility 40
WI AVG 54
Rank #233 / 373
No
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 44
Rank #67 / 416
-
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #199 / 300
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #64 / 307
-Encore Wisconsin LLC5
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #49 / 271
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #180 / 271
1.4
Facility 1.4
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #167 / 271
Preferred Senior Living of Ellsworth
AL
MC
Ellsworth
43
Facility 43
WI AVG 54
Rank #224 / 373
No
61
Facility 61
WI AVG 44
Rank #120 / 416
-
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 12
Rank #118 / 300
90.7%
Facility 90.7%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #84 / 307
-Preferred Senior Living LLC2
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 271
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #119 / 271
1.5
Facility 1.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #171 / 271

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WI assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 428 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Fairhaven

Fairhaven offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the community as care needs change. The community has 49 beds, making it smaller in size and giving staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Therapy and rehabilitation services are available as part of the community’s offerings. A Walk Score of 75 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

Contact Fairhaven Corporation

Overview of Moraine Ridge Senior Living

One of the trusted senior living communities, Moraine Ridge offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides high-quality senior care that allows seniors to stay active and maintain a level of individuality; they ensure to keep an open mind when encouraging residents to live their best life. Moraine Ridge is the ideal place for an elderly who seeks to find a community that is accepting and inviting with programs and services that celebrate each individual.

Moraine’s essential services include housekeeping and laundry, transportation, medication management, other health services, and a schedule of activities.

Contact Moraine Ridge Senior Living

Country View

10507 S Chicago Rd, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Overview of Country View

Set in the welcoming community of Oak Creek, WI, the Country View is an inviting senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose among spacious and comfortable accommodations, ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom suites. In terms of memory care, this community provides memory care programs with an expert and dedicated team for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. As for respite care, it also offers short-term stays within a safe and warm environment.

Explore its top-tier amenities and services, including personalized support, hospice care, PT/OT services, spiritual counseling, medication monitoring and management, and 24-hour on-call licensed nurses. Enjoy 3 well-balanced and delightful meals daily and engage in social activities with provided transportation services. At the Country View, seniors can enjoy a fantastic living experience.

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Overview of Layton Terrace Senior Living

Fulfill a meaningful lifestyle with Layton Terrace Senior Living in Greenfield, WI, which provides a variety of living options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Alongside a compassionate and highly trained team, the community fosters a warm and welcoming environment to ensure seniors’ comfort and safety. Moreover, personalized care plans are crafted to provide top-tier care and assistance that best matches seniors’ needs and preferences.

Residents enjoy various activities and engaging programs that aim to keep them socially engaged and active. Mealtimes are something to anticipate with diverse dining options served to meet dietary needs and tastes. Layton Terrace Senior Living goes above and beyond to provide a safe place where seniors can rest and live their lives to the fullest.

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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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Drumlin Reserve

139 E Reynolds St, Cottage Grove, WI 53527
Overview of Drumlin Reserve

Drumlin Reserve is an active-aging community administered by Chiara Housing and Services Inc. in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Licensed in April 2025 with 70 beds, the community provides older adults in Dane County with a full continuum of care and robust lifestyle programming. Notably, the community was awarded the Best of Cottage Grove in 2025 for senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care, highlighting exceptional quality in its early operational phase.

With 26 of 70 beds occupied, the community currently operates at approximately 37% occupancy rate, which can be attributed to it being newly opened. This is also ideal for those seeking immediate placement without waitlist delays, allowing for flexibility in planning. The community has also undergone one standard inspection and one complaint-initiated visit, which is a good indicator of compliance for a recently opened community. Additionally, the most recent complaint-initiated investigation on October 29, 2025, concluded with zero findings.

Highlighting the community’s philosophy centered on active living, a well-structured lifestyle programming that encompasses social engagement and resident vitality is also provided. The community’s three-tier care model, ranging from independent living to memory care, also allows residents to stay even when their needs progress. Additionally, an events calendar is also conducted for residents’ social and physical well-being.

For a newly established community in the Madison area, Drumlin Reserve has a clean compliance record and broad availability, which appeals to those seeking flexibility in long-term planning. The community’s full continuum of care also ensures older adults can age in place and couples can stay together despite different levels of care. Its active and lively setting is also ideal for those who value social engagement without sacrificing quality. The community has also been locally recognized through the Best of Cottage Grove awards, suggesting exceptional operational standards.

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Overview of Parkside Assisted Living

Parkside Assisted Living sits in DeForest, Wisconsin. The neighborhood earns a walk score of 71, which puts it in the “very walkable” range. For someone who has given up driving, that can make a real difference. It means a trip to the pharmacy or a stop at a café can be done on foot, without needing to ask for a ride.

The community itself is small, with 40 beds. It provides assisted living, which covers the everyday supports with help with dressing, bathing, and taking medication for residents who need regular assistance but not the constant presence of skilled nursing. Encore Wisconsin operates Parkside.

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Overview of Cecelia Place

Cecelia Place offers assisted living and residential care in Pewaukee, WI. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own living space.

The community has 57 beds, a smaller size that may suit someone who prefers a setting where residents and staff can get to know one another. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living at Cecelia Place. Cecelia Senior Homes Of West Allis operates the community.

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Overview of Eagle Point Senior Living

Eagle Point Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Appleton, Wisconsin. Independent living means having a private living space with community services, without daily care. Assisted living adds help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

The community has 65 beds. With these three care types, Eagle Point Senior Living may suit someone whose needs range from private living to daily assistance or secured memory care. Tess Griffin serves as the director.

Contact Eagle Point Senior Living Inc

Overview of Preferred Senior Living of Ellsworth

Preferred Senior Living of Ellsworth provides assisted living and memory care in Ellsworth, WI. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident retains a private apartment, and memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 43 beds, making it a smaller setting where residents and staff may get to know one another more closely. Private one-bedroom and studio apartments are available, including a single private space for someone who prefers a studio or a separate bedroom layout in a one-bedroom apartment.

A Walk Score of 61 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Preferred Senior Living operates the community, which may be a good fit for someone who needs assisted living or memory care within a smaller community.

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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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Assisted Living in Wisconsin at a glance

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: 54The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 428 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.