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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 Waunakee Valley Senior Living

Residing in the quiet South Klein Drive, Waunakee, WI, Waunakee Valley Senior Living is a respected senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, adult day services, and skilled care. The community promises a comfortable and maintenance-free lifestyle by taking care of the household chores and keeping the surroundings clean and functional. A round-the-clock emergency alert system alongside a kind and compassionate team is available to ensure seniors are safe and secure.

Sit back and relax within the pet-friendly spaces and cozy outdoor seating of the community. Encouraging residents to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle, the community conducts fun programs and exciting activities daily. Have a delightful dining experience from breakfast to dinner with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Waunakee Valley Senior Living is filled with incredible amenities and offers a wide array of top-tier services for seniors to maximize their independence.

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The Arboretum Senior Living

W180 N7890, Town Hall Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Overview of The Arboretum Senior Living

Surrounded by the lush nature of Menomonee Falls, WI, The Arboretum Senior Living is a prominent senior living community providing a wide array of care options including assisted living, companion living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Live in comfort and style with the snug and sophisticated one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences of The Arboretum Senior Living. Combining the utmost support and medical expertise, the community doubles its efforts to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

Remain active and happy with engaging activities and enjoyable programs for leisure and wellness. Have the finest dining experience with delightful and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and tastes. The Arboretum Senior Living is a haven for seniors seeking solace in their golden years with its ethereal campus enveloped by picturesque sceneries and incredible amenities.

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Milwaukee Catholic Home

2462 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Overview of Milwaukee Catholic Home

Milwaukee Catholic Home is a skilled nursing facility located at 2462 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI, offering nursing home, independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The facility is administrated by Kate Gerou. Milwaukee Catholic Home is certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as a voluntary non-profit community operated by a church.

The facility has continuously served residents since June 21, 1913.

The facility occupies an urban location with a Walk Score of 83, very walkable and ranked fourteenth out of 157 Wisconsin skilled nursing facilities. The facility is situated 2.3 miles from Milwaukee’s city center and 0.09 miles from Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital.

The facility houses 107 beds in one-bedroom and two-bedroom options with an occupancy rate of eighty-six percent, higher than the Wisconsin average of seventy percent. Monthly rates range from one thousand one hundred forty dollars to five thousand five hundred seventy dollars. The Better Business Bureau rating is A+ (Not Accredited).

The facility provides skilled nursing care with significant staffing strengths. Total nursing care per resident averages six hours and twenty-eight minutes daily, ranked third out of 161 Wisconsin skilled nursing facilities and fifty-three percent above the state average. Registered nurses provide one hour and seven minutes per resident daily, above state average. Licensed practical nurses provide forty-six minutes daily, above state average.

Certified nurse aides provide four hours and three minutes daily, representing substantial direct care support. The facility employs two hundred fifty-two staff members with a staff-to-resident ratio of two point five-five to one, better than the state average.

The facility serves primarily short-term rehabilitation residents, with eighty-eight percent Medicare admissions averaging twenty days and five percent Medicaid admissions. Services include transportation, fitness and recreation, and on-site specialists including dentists, podiatrists, and psychiatrists.

The facility’s Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services quality ratings are 36.1% above the Wisconsin average overall.

The facility has received three total health inspections compared to the Wisconsin average of six. The facility has fifteen total health citations compared to the Wisconsin average of twenty-seven point three citations. All citations are moderate level severity. The facility has zero critical citations and zero serious citations compared to Wisconsin averages of zero point nine and one point two respectively.

Recent citations from June 2025 and February 2024 addressed infection control, nutrition, and resident rights, all corrected. No penalties have been imposed in the past three years.

Families should verify specific corrective actions taken for all cited deficiencies and confirm protocols for ongoing quality monitoring and resident safety oversight.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Madison

Tucked away in the scenic neighborhood of Madison, WI, Charter Senior Living of Madison (Formerly Cedarhurst of Madison) is a lively senior living community, offering assisted living and short-term stays. The community features a team of experienced caregivers trained to provide utmost care and support with friendly touch. With a wellness and fitness center that offers on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapies, residents are guaranteed to maintain their strength and mobility. A wide selection of apartments including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments is available for residents to choose from.

Fostering connections and a vibrant lifestyle, the community conducts an array of recreational and entertainment activities. Amenities like restaurant-style bistro and café, a resource library, beauty salon, spacious community rooms, movie theater, and an inviting courtyard and gardens provide plenty of chances for relaxation and leisure. Residents are aso guaranteed plenty of free time to explore the community with housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance being covered.

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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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Overview of The Addison of Pleasant Prairie

The Addison of Pleasant Prairie provides a quintessential community for assisted living. Residents are guaranteed to enjoy their stay because of the building’s astonishing, beautifully decorated interiors, which add to the community’s charm. The assisted living and memory care home heeds a warm and welcoming environment. As a proud member of the Senior Lifestyle community, The Addison strives to fulfill the needs of its residents, including their general health and activity level.

The Addison of Pleasant Prairie comprises all-inclusive services, including 24/7 support and assistance, dining areas, weekly physician and nurse practitioner visits, wellness programs, social outings, nutritious meal plans, fall prevention, and extensive safety features.

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Overview of Heritage of Portage

Heritage of Portage provides special care for assisted living and memory care services with the opportunity to live with independence. The senior living home is described as a flexible community that will adjust to the needs and wants of residents. Management gets to also fill up residents’ social calendars to gather everyone to take part in the outings and events offered. The goal of Heritage of Portage 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 baths 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.

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Overview of New Perspective Senior Living | West Bend

Experience an extraordinary stay with the New Perspective West Bend located in the harmonious community of West Bend, WI. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. With a scenic view of Big Cedar Lake and Little Cedar Lake to the west and Lake Michigan to the East, residents can surely enjoy comfort and relaxation in this beautiful place. Cozy and spacious accommodations are also available depending on tastes and needs. In terms of memory care, an on-site care team, daily nutritional support, and immediate care are offered for those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive conditions.

Embrace its lively community through a wide array of top-notch amenities and services. Experience chef-prepared dining with healthy and delectable meals. Moreover, residents can avail of an in-apartment washer/dryer, cafe & pub, library, warm-water pool, dance hall, fitness center, and on-site OT/PT services. Meet new companions and build lasting connections through its various social activities. At the New Perspective West Bend, seniors are assured of a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Pine Brook Pointe

Pine Brook Pointe in Burlington offers exceptional personal care for assisted living and memory care residents. Expect elegance and upscale accommodations at one of Wisconsin’s premier communities. The spirited assisted and memory care living community performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff, who make residents feel like family.

Pine Brook Pointe’s personalized care includes daily health checks, medication management, memory care therapy programs, and ADLs. Within the community, scheduled local transportation is available upon request; a calendar of activities is given to each resident, with a planned list of classes and outings for an engaging social life and enriching residential experience.

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Stair Crest

S67W14765 Janesville Rd, Muskego, WI 53150
Overview of Stair Crest

Stair Crest, situated in Muskego, Wisconsin, is a distinguished senior living community offering 20 memory care apartments meticulously designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or various forms of dementia. These thoughtfully crafted apartments boast safety features like emergency call systems and are cared for by adept professionals who provide round-the-clock support.

The community’s campus has various amenities, including a movie theater, dining room, fitness center, club lounge, and library. This vibrant setting also hosts a diverse team, including fitness instructors, a life enrichment director, and a campus pastor, fostering an environment that nurtures body, mind, and spirit growth. Stair Crest strives to be a place where residents continue their journey of learning and personal development. In addition to its enriching environment, Stair Crest offers many social programs and convenient amenities that contribute to its residents’ comfortable and engaging lifestyle. The community warmly welcomes both community members and the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa. Adding to its charm, the campus boasts an outdoor putting green and Bocce Ball court, ensuring that leisure and enjoyment are always within reach.

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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.