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Best Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 450 assisted living communities in Wisconsin 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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Jun 2026
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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: 42/ 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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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.

Silverado North Shore Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Glendale
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 61
Rank #108 / 496
Yes
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 42
Rank #485 / 580
Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #177 / 334
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #268 / 406
A+Silverado North Shore LLCChristian Sweetser4
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #178 / 312
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #182 / 312
1.5
Facility 1.5
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #186 / 312
Aspire Senior Living Oshkosh
AL
IL
MC
Oshkosh
86
Facility 86
WI AVG 61
Rank #105 / 496
No
49
Facility 49
WI AVG 42
Rank #232 / 580
1 bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
55.8%
Facility 55.8%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #335 / 406
-Hsl 17 LLCMilo Pinkerton6
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #223 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.2
Facility 0.2
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #71 / 312
Trinity Woods
AL
IL
MC
NH
Milwaukee (Mount Mary)
90
Facility 90
WI AVG 61
Rank #90 / 496
No
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 42
Rank #140 / 580
Suite
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
--Ssnd Mmu Mch Venture IncDavid Fulcher----
Oak Park Place Madison East
AL
IL
MC
NH
Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 61
Rank #67 / 496
No
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 42
Rank #201 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 12
Rank #59 / 334
-A+Becky BalousekOak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC----
Brookdale Madison West
AL
MC
Madison (South Yellowstone Drive)
74
Facility 74
WI AVG 61
Rank #144 / 496
Yes
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 42
Rank #87 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #117 / 334
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #138 / 406
-Brookdale Senior Living Communities IncDawn Kussow5
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #278 / 312
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 12
Rank #276 / 312
5.2
Facility 5.2
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #298 / 312
Heritage Lake Country
AL
IL
MC
Hartland
72
Facility 72
WI AVG 61
Rank #148 / 496
Yes
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 42
Rank #433 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 12
Rank #160 / 334
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #90 / 406
-Hsl 15 LLCMilo Pinkerton3
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #75 / 312
Waunakee Valley Senior Living
AL
NH
IL
MC
Waunakee (Country Aire)
94
Facility 94
WI AVG 61
Rank #85 / 496
Yes
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 42
Rank #219 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #299 / 334
56.1%
Facility 56.1%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #334 / 406
-Ryan HoekstraAhr Waunakee Trs Sub LLC----
Pine Haven Christian Communities
AL
HC
IL
MC
PC
RC
Sheboygan Falls
105
Facility 105
WI AVG 61
Rank #59 / 496
No
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 42
Rank #357 / 580
Private Rooms
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 12
Rank #11 / 334
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #169 / 406
-Pine Haven Christian Home IncPeter Leer2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
Charter Senior Living of Madison
AL
RC
Madison
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
No
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 42
Rank #468 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #202 / 334
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #103 / 406
-Snh Wis Tenant LLCJennifer Francis6
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #203 / 312
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 12
Rank #212 / 312
1.7
Facility 1.7
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #202 / 312
The Waterford at Fitchburg
AL
IL
RC
Fitchburg
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 61
Rank #152 / 496
Yes
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 42
Rank #133 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 12
Rank #109 / 334
--Csl West Bend LLCKirsten Hutchison2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #59 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #95 / 312
Pine Brook Pointe
AL
MC
Burlington
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 61
Rank #165 / 496
No
17
Facility 17
WI AVG 42
Rank #458 / 580
Private Rooms
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 12
Rank #38 / 334
-A+Pine Brook Pointe Kdk DevelopmentJohn Didier1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #59 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #143 / 312
New Perspective North Shore
AL
IL
MC
Brown Deer (North 60Th Street)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 42
Rank #252 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
-A+Beaver Creek Ops LLCRyan Novaczyk----
New Perspective Senior Living | West Bend
AL
IL
MC
West Bend
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 42
Rank #391 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #331 / 406
A+West Bend Ops LLCRyan Novaczyk9
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #278 / 312
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #246 / 312
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #213 / 312
Stair Crest
AL
IL
MC
Muskego (Tess Corners)
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 61
Rank #212 / 496
No
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 42
Rank #468 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #299 / 334
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #260 / 406
-Phw Inc Dba Stair CrestKari Ajack1
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
Villa St. Francis Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Milwaukee (Morgandale)
134
Facility 134
WI AVG 61
Rank #19 / 496
Yes
62
Facility 62
WI AVG 42
Rank #148 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
38
Facility 38
WI AVG 12
Rank #12 / 334
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #156 / 406
A+Villa St Francis IncSusan Seegert1
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
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Overview of The Parkview Senior Living Community

The Parkview is a comfortable senior community offering residential assisted living services, memory care, and active 55+ retirement living in Racine. The senior living community is known for its warm and welcoming environment that promotes a safe and secure environment where residents of different backgrounds can freely do whatever they want while gaining the best experience possible. Parkview Senior Living provides a home where every individual, from staff to residents, can build new connections and create new memories in their new home.
The upscale continuing care retirement community features were thoughtfully designed with a lifestyle of freedom: private independent and assisted living apartments,  housekeeping and laundry services, maintenance, and scheduled transportation, as well as 24-hour staff, planned activities, home-cooked meals, stimulating memory care activities, and enriching programs provided.

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Overview of Carrington Assisted Living

Carrington Assisted Living is dedicated to ensuring that all residents are given the opportunity to do as they please and live a hassle-free lifestyle; they provide residents with the opportunity to freely choose a lifestyle that fits their needs. Given their delightful ambiance, management and staff encourage residents to live vibrantly through socializing and making meaningful memories with fellow residents and staff. Carrington is sure to find endless opportunities waiting to be discovered. 

One of the trusted assisted living homes in Green Bay, Carrington offers spacious rooms, a patio, and three delicious meals served daily in the dining room– to name a few of its highlights. The warm and cozy atmosphere promotes a vibrant social life for its residents by scheduling social events and calendar-filled activities.

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Overview of Wayside Parkview Estates

Wayside Parkview, located in Greenleaf, Wisconsin, is a vibrant senior living community with 18 spacious apartments designed to provide a comfortable home for seniors. Catering to the unique needs of the elderly, the community offers an ideal environment for senior living. In terms of services, residents benefit from up to 28 hours of personal care each week, along with three daily meals. The inclusive package covers cleaning, laundry, and utilities, ensuring a worry-free senior living experience.

With a commitment to round-the-clock support, Wayside Parkview features 24-hour staff availability and various common areas, including a beauty shop, dining room, and living room—all contributing to a welcoming atmosphere for senior living. Security measures such as lockable apartment doors and smoke/fire detection enhance residents’ safety. The community’s dynamic activities program adds vibrancy, creating a simple yet comfortable home that includes wheelchair-accessible apartments and individually controlled heating.

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Overview of St. Catherine Commons

St. Catherine Commons provides a comfortable community in their independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. The luxurious retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. They hope residents discover many possibilities where anything can happen at the premier residence in the city.
As a Capri senior living community, residential living at St. Catherine Common offers specific care plans for each unique individual but with the same purpose of ensuring comfort and stability. Amenities and services extend to all living options, such as an outdoor courtyard, dining in the restaurant-style dining room, grand lounge areas, well-lit recreational areas, a library, a chapel, and heated underground parking.

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Edison School

5372 N 37Th St, Milwaukee, Wi 53209, Usa
Overview of Edison School

In Milwaukee’s Old North neighborhood, the historic North Milwaukee High School—built in 1924—has been imaginatively repurposed as Edison School Apartments, a 75-unit affordable senior living community for individuals 55 and older. This adaptive reuse project preserves the building’s architectural integrity, maintaining such features as original wood windows and terrazzo floors, while adding modern amenities to meet contemporary living needs. The building is a testament to the way in which the community wants to respect the past but meet present housing needs.

Residents have access to a range of amenities that are designed for comfort and convenience, including in-unit washer and dryer, energy-efficient appliances, and facilities that are ADA-accessible. Shared space features a fitness center, community room, and community gardens, all of which encourage social interaction and a sense of community. Within walking distance to neighborhood restaurants and shops, Edison School Apartments enables older adults to remain at home and age in place.

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St Camillus

10101 W Wisconsin Ave, Wauwatosa, Wi 53226-
Overview of St Camillus

St. Camillus is a Life Plan Community operated by San Camillo Inc, as a voluntary non-profit organization in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, offering a wide range of care in the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area since 2006. Along with 86 licensed beds, the community has one of the most comprehensive spectrums of care in Wisconsin, which includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, home health services, hospice, care management, and supportive services. The community’s nearly two decades of operation make it one of the more experienced and resource-rich options in the area.

With an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, the community is in line with the Wisconsin state average of 3.0. Among the different aspects, the community has a higher staffing score with 4 stars, and quality measures with 5 out of 5, both of which are well above the state average of 3.6 and 3.3, respectively. Health inspection scored 2 out of 5, a little behind the state average of 2.8. Nursing hours per resident also averaged 4 hours and 4 minutes daily, which is slightly below the Wisconsin average of 4 hours and 14 minutes.

Across 4 inspection cycles, the community received a total of 17 health citations, below the Wisconsin state average of 27.3 citations total and in line with the state average for citations per inspection. Among these citations, two were critical, which is above the Wisconsin average of 0.9. Additionally, the other three visits concluded with no issues. It is highly recommended that families review in-depth reports on the community’s inspection history before deciding.

Rehabilitation, respite care, short-term rehab, skilled nursing, and 24-hour staffing, as well as home health services, care management, and hospice care, are among the care offered, making the community one of the most care-equipped in the state. Religious services are also offered, ideal for those who value faith in transition. The community also features a culinary team that focuses on healthy and diverse meal preparation, which makes dining a standout service.

The community’s extensive continuum of care allows it to provide care for those seeking short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, as reflected by its 40% of new admissions covered by Medicare and 59% private pay. For context, Medicare usually covers short-term stays with an average of 10 to 11 months, while private pay can cover an average of 4-month stays.

With its non-profit mission, above-average staffing, and quality scores, St. Camillus is a practical option for those who require complex care in the Milwaukee area.

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Overview of Assisted Living Madison Wi

Live a blissful retirement with Assisted Living Madison Wi, an exceptional community surrounded by lush green spaces like Elmside Circle Park and Hudson Park in Madison, WI, offering assisted living. Residents receive exceptional care for their daily activities and personal needs from a kind and highly trained team available 24/7. The community promotes a nurturing and friendly environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy dining options are also served so residents can enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Residents make the most of their golden years with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and friendly setting.

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Overview of Bay Harbor Memory Care & Assisted Living

Create meaningful moments with The Sonnet at Tennyson, a compassionate community in Madison, WI, offering assisted living, memory care, and specialized care. The community is committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, providing top-notch care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. With secure memory units and cozy apartments, residents, especially those with cognitive conditions, can keep their peace of mind.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted for residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Here, residents delight in delicious and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to provide the highest quality of care for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Cedar Community – Cedar Ridge Campus

Surrounded by serene walking trails and breathtaking views in West Bend, WI, Cedar Community – Cedar Ridge Campus is an idyllic senior living community that focuses on improving seniors’ quality of life with independent living services. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment for adults aged 55 and older to ensure they enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. Moreover, a compassionate and well-trained team keeps seniors’ surroundings clean for a comfortable lifestyle.

Here, residents are empowered to live the lifestyle they prefer with its variety of incredible amenities designed to foster friendship and belongingness. Delectable and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes. Cedar Community – Cedar Ridge Campus strives to create a haven where seniors can rest without feeling guilty.

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Overview of Eden Vista Madison

Focusing on assisted living, Eden Vista Madison is a blissful senior living community set in the beautiful residential area of Wheeler Road, Madison, WI strives to provide exceptional care. The community works closely with seniors to better understand their needs and preferences for the best possible care and assistance. As part of the Vista Senior Living Management communities, Eden Vista Madison continuously lives up to expectations of giving seniors a comfortable and safe retirement.

Meet people from diverse backgrounds and enjoy various activities to maintain an active and happy lifestyle. The community also offers various care options such as palliative, hospice care, and on-site physical therapy. With healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences, residents have a delightful dining experience. Eden Vista Madison is a haven for seniors to enjoy their best years without worries.

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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 450 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.