Page 2 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Autumn Oaks
AL
IL
MC
RC
Slinger
35
Facility 35
WI AVG 54
Rank #273 / 373
No
55
Facility 55
WI AVG 44
Rank #146 / 416
Suite
23
Facility 23
WI AVG 12
Rank #43 / 300
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #214 / 307
A+Hillel FeuermanOsl 227 Slinger Operating LLC7
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 4
Rank #180 / 271
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #95 / 271
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #71 / 271
Oak Park Place Green Bay
AL
MC
Green Bay (Royal Ponds Preserve)
61
Facility 61
WI AVG 54
Rank #110 / 373
Yes
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 44
Rank #356 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 12
Rank #99 / 300
88.5%
Facility 88.5%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #95 / 307
A+Scott FrankOak Park Place Of Green Bay LLC6
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #127 / 271
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #138 / 271
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #109 / 271
Heritage at Deer Creek
AL
MC
New Berlin
43
Facility 43
WI AVG 54
Rank #224 / 373
Yes
46
Facility 46
WI AVG 44
Rank #196 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 12
Rank #33 / 300
74.4%
Facility 74.4%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #198 / 307
A+Milo PinkertonHeritage 2 LLC4
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #93 / 271
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #119 / 271
0.8
Facility 0.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #121 / 271
Library Square Senior Living
AL
IL
RC
West Allis
70
Facility 70
WI AVG 54
Rank #83 / 373
No
74
Facility 74
WI AVG 44
Rank #60 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #211 / 300
44.3%
Facility 44.3%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #287 / 307
-Christian CummingsLbs Opco LLC1
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
Heritage West Allis
AL
MC
Milwaukee (Heritage West Allis)
40
Facility 40
WI AVG 54
Rank #233 / 373
No
77
Facility 77
WI AVG 44
Rank #44 / 416
-
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 12
Rank #133 / 300
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #187 / 307
A+Milo PinkertonHeritage 6 LLC2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #93 / 271
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 271
Hickory Park Senior Living
AL
IL
Greenfield
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 54
Rank #134 / 373
Yes
44
Facility 44
WI AVG 44
Rank #209 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #199 / 300
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #1 / 307
-Thomas OstromEncore Wisconsin LLC2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #49 / 271
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #65 / 271
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #91 / 271
Deerwood Crossing Senior Residence
AL
IL
Milwaukee
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 54
Rank #93 / 373
Yes
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 44
Rank #182 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 12
Rank #77 / 300
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #131 / 307
-Jfs Housing IncJfs Housing Inc4
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #157 / 271
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 271
Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale
AL
IL
MC
Madison (Madison Yards At Hill Farms)
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 54
Rank #99 / 373
No
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 44
Rank #15 / 416
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #211 / 300
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #246 / 307
-Bryan CookMadison Senior Services LLC1
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
Sienna Crest – Dodgeville
AL
IL
MC
Dodgeville
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 54
Rank #353 / 373
No
38
Facility 38
WI AVG 44
Rank #236 / 416
Private Room
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 12
Rank #40 / 300
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #60 / 307
-Sue WhiteSienna Crest Assisted Living Inc2
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
Willow View
AL
IL
MC
RC
Milwaukee (Alverno)
59
Facility 59
WI AVG 54
Rank #127 / 373
No
43
Facility 43
WI AVG 44
Rank #216 / 416
1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #248 / 300
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
WI AVG 76.9%
Rank #32 / 307
-Hillel FeuermanOsl 3353 Milwaukee Operating LLC2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #93 / 271
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 271
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 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 Library Square Senior Living

Library Square Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in West Allis, WI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care types can suit a resident whose needs may change over time or a family that needs temporary support. The community has 70 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences; a studio provides a single private space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops and services independently. Christian Cummings serves as administrator, and Lbs Opco operates the community.

Contact Library Square Senior Living

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 Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale

Nestled in Madison, Wisconsin, Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale stands as a distinguished senior living community offering premier assisted living and memory care services to the Hilldale and Madison neighborhoods. With a commitment to providing comprehensive care, this state-of-the-art facility spans 75,000 square feet across 10 stories, housing 92 meticulously designed units. Among these, 64 units are dedicated to assisted living, while 28 are tailored for memory care.

Opened its doors in early 2022, Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale caters to diverse levels of care, encompassing Alzheimer’s, dementia, and respite care, ensuring a continuum of support for residents’ unique needs. The community prides itself on a vibrant social calendar, fostering lively engagement, complemented by a team of seasoned caregivers dedicated to delivering exceptional services tailored to individual requirements. At Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale, senior residents can expect a compassionate environment where their well-being is prioritized, ensuring a comfortable and supportive living experience within a welcoming community.

Contact Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale

Overview of Autumn Oaks

Settled in the welcoming neighborhood of Slinger, WI, the Autumn Oaks is an enticing senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Spacious and comfortable accommodations, ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom suites, are offered for its residents. With its highly equipped and dedicated team, this community provides memory care programs for those with cognitive conditions. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.

Explore its above-and-beyond amenities and services, including laundry and housekeeping service, on-site beauty salon, on-site laboratory services, podiatry and diabetic care, and 24-hour emergency monitoring. Indulge in 3 delectable and nutritious meals daily and engage in social activities like community outings. With the Autumn Oaks, seniors are guaranteed an exceptional living experience.

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Overview of Heritage at Deer Creek

Situated on South 147th Street, New Berlin, WI is the distinguished senior living community of Heritage at Deer Creek providing assisted living and memory care. The community also features an enhanced assisted living program to provide the utmost care and assistance for seniors’ ever-changing needs. Live in comfort and luxury with specially designed and snug studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences.

For individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementia, the community utilizes innovative and state-of-the-art technologies including MapHabit, TrueLoo, and Vayvar Care to ensure their safety and enhance cognition. Participate in fun activities and engaging programs for a happy and active lifestyle. With healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Heritage at Deer Creek is ideal for seniors looking to optimize their independence with extensive amenities and excellent services.

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Overview of Heritage West Allis

Heritage West Allis provides special care for assisted living and memory care with the opportunity to live with independence. Heritage West Allis is described as a flexible community that will adjust to the needs and wants of residents. Management gets to also fill up resident’s social calendars to gather everyone to take part in the outings and events offered. The goal of Heritage West Allis is to provide a welcoming environment where residents can feel safe and secure. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are well taken care of in a community that prioritizes each of them. 

 
It’s also a community that has amenities conveniently located for seniors– such as each apartment having kitchenettes, private bath with walk-in showers, and closets; a rehabilitation gym, private dining rooms, spa, salon and barbershop, library, and activity rooms to name a few of the amenities provided by the community. Residents of this community are about the same as 70 to 80-years-old, and are encouraged to engage with members of the community by taking part in social, educational, and recreational events to nurture their lifestyle.

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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.

Contact Sienna Crest – Dodgeville

Overview of Willow View

Explore a wonderful stay with the Willow View located in Milwaukee, WI. This idyllic senior living community provides assisted living and respite care services. Spacious and comfortable accommodations, ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom suites, are available for its residents. With its highly skilled and dedicated team, residents can receive quality care and support while enjoying independence. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.

With its exceptional amenities and services, residents can avail of personalized support, including hospice care, PT/OT services, or spiritual counseling, medication monitoring and management, and 24-hour on-call licensed nurses. Indulge in 3 well-balanced and delightful meals daily and enjoy social events with scheduled transportation services. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with the Willow View.

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Overview of Hickory Park Senior Living

Perfectly set in the peaceful neighborhood of Greenfield, WI, Hickory Park Senior Living strives to provide a haven for seniors with assisted living and independent living services. With a competent and responsive team helping with their daily needs and aspirations, seniors can rest assured of retaining their independence while being able to do the things they truly enjoy. The community also fosters a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere to optimize seniors’ comfort and convenience.

Have fun with visiting families and friends and mingle with people of different backgrounds to lead a fulfilling lifestyle. Here, residents enjoy hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. With convenient local amenities nearby, Hickory Park Senior Living is ideal for seniors who want to experience a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Oak Park Place Green Bay

Oak Park Place Green Bay offers assisted living and memory care in Green Bay, WI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Offering both care levels may suit a resident whose needs change over time, and the community may be a good fit for someone who needs memory support alongside assisted living services.

The community is in the Royal Ponds Preserve neighborhood and has 61 beds. Housing options include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments, giving a resident the option of a single private space or a larger layout that may suit a couple moving together. Oak Park Place Green Bay opened in 2017.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community. A salon and spa, transportation, and rehabilitation services are available, while dining menus balance personal preferences with nutritional needs and use fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Scott Frank serves as administrator, and Oak Park Place Of Green Bay operates the community.

Contact Oak Park Place Green Bay

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.