Page 9 of Best Assisted Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 426 assisted living communities in WI using WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WI
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,530The average monthly cost across facilities in Wisconsin. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Wisconsin. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 61The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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.
Aspire Senior Living Oshkosh
AL
IL
MC
NH
Oshkosh
86
Facility 86
WI AVG 61
Rank #105 / 494
No
49
Facility 49
WI AVG 44
Rank #232 / 556
1 bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #262 / 341
55.8%
Facility 55.8%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #333 / 399
Milo PinkertonHsl 17 LLC6
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 4
Rank #225 / 310
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 310
0.2
Facility 0.2
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #71 / 310
Killarney Court – Racine
AL
IL
Sturtevant
55
Facility 55
WI AVG 61
Rank #214 / 494
Yes
54
Facility 54
WI AVG 44
Rank #198 / 556
1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #182 / 341
52.7%
Facility 52.7%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #349 / 399
Glenwood ChobanChiara Communities Inc2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #107 / 310
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 310
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #95 / 310
Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Waukesha
128
Facility 128
WI AVG 61
Rank #21 / 494
No
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 44
Rank #466 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #262 / 341
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #38 / 399
Christian CummingsOht Opco LLC9
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 4
Rank #277 / 310
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #196 / 310
0.8
Facility 0.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #129 / 310
Howard Village Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
St Francis (Saint Francis)
55
Facility 55
WI AVG 61
Rank #214 / 494
No
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 44
Rank #219 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #241 / 341
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #366 / 399
Christian CummingsHvmld Opco LLC2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #107 / 310
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #125 / 310
1.5
Facility 1.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #186 / 310
Charter Senior Living of Madison
AL
RC
Madison
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #185 / 494
Yes
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 44
Rank #469 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #203 / 341
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #106 / 399
Jennifer FrancisSnh Wis Tenant LLC6
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 4
Rank #204 / 310
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 12
Rank #211 / 310
1.7
Facility 1.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #201 / 310
Lakeshore Manor
AL
HOS
MC
PC
Oshkosh (River East)
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 61
Rank #223 / 494
Yes
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 44
Rank #219 / 556
Private Rooms
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #226 / 341
73.6%
Facility 73.6%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #237 / 399
Maxim SteselLakeshore Manor Memory Care LLC5
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 4
Rank #225 / 310
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 12
Rank #201 / 310
1.6
Facility 1.6
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #198 / 310
McFarland Villa Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Mcfarland (Lake Waubesa)
40
Facility 40
WI AVG 61
Rank #339 / 494
Yes
30
Facility 30
WI AVG 44
Rank #377 / 556
-
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 12
Rank #135 / 341
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #125 / 399
Brian HulseMcfarland Senior Living Inc6
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 310
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #165 / 310
0.8
Facility 0.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #129 / 310
Robin Way
AL
Kenosha (Pleasant Prairie)
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 61
Rank #223 / 494
Yes
46
Facility 46
WI AVG 44
Rank #261 / 556
-
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #203 / 341
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #64 / 399
Elan RuggillAmerican Eagle Pleasant Prairie LLC1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Emerald Bay Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
Hobart
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 61
Rank #431 / 494
Yes
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 44
Rank #469 / 556
Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #182 / 341
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #146 / 399
Michael CollinsScal Of Hobart LLC2
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310
Stair Crest
AL
IL
MC
Muskego (Tess Corners)
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 61
Rank #211 / 494
No
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 44
Rank #469 / 556
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #282 / 341
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
WI AVG 74.6%
Rank #265 / 399
Kari AjackPhw Inc Dba Stair Crest1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 310
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 310
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 310

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every WI community we track that reports that metric, not just the 426 on this page.

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Overview of Aspire Senior Living Oshkosh

Nestled in the heart of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Aspire Senior Living is a vibrant community where residents can age with grace and dignity, transitioning seamlessly between Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care as their needs evolve. Rooted in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, their mission is to provide a supportive environment that fosters seniors’ independence, wellness, and a sense of belonging. Compassion, respect, and integrity guide every aspect of their care, ensuring residents feel valued and empowered throughout their journey.

The community boasts many amenities designed to enhance residents’ quality of life and promote social engagement. From a movie theater with club seating to a warm-water pool and on-site therapy services, residents can access entertainment and wellness activities tailored to their interests. Additionally, the community features a salon/barbershop, pub/socialization area, and an on-site restaurant with a premier menu, offering convenience and luxury within reach. With beautifully appointed apartments featuring modern amenities and a prime location near shopping centers and entertainment venues, Aspire Senior Living Oshkosh provides its residents with a fulfilling and enriching independent living lifestyle.

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Overview of Killarney Court – Racine

A few minutes from Burlington, Killarney Court in Racine 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 for anything to happen at the premier residence in the city.

As a Capri senior living community, residential living at Kilarney Court 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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Overview of Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living

Welcoming seniors and guests with its bright and airy spaces, Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living is a prominent senior living community in Kensington Drive, Waukesha, WI, that offers assisted living, independent living, companion living, memory care, and respite care. The community features a wide selection of beautifully crafted and spacious studios, ensuring the utmost comfort and security. With a dedicated and highly skilled team delivering top-tier care and support, seniors keep their peace of mind and live their golden years doing what they love.

Participate in exciting activities and meet new friends through engaging programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. Dedicated to seniors’ well-being, the community serves delectable and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living is ideal for relaxation with its ethereal campus filled with wonderful amenities and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Howard Village Senior Living

Howard Village Senior Living is a respected senior living community in St. Francis, WI, offering a range of living options for seniors, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care. The community provides its residents with a nurturing environment through its wide selection of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Understanding that residents have varying needs at different stages of their lives, the community provides personalized and flexible care plans.

Ensuring residents stay well-supported throughout their entire aging journey, the community offers 24-hour licensed supervision by a dedicated and well-trained licensed nurse. Residents never run out of things to do with a daily calendar of activities, variety of enrichment programs, and lifelong learning opportunities. With registered dietician consultation, balanced meals and special diets, as well as coffee bar/snacks available 24 hours a day, residents are sure to enjoy a delectable dining experience.

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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 Lakeshore Manor

Lakeshore Manor located in Oshkosh, WI, is an esteemed senior living community that offers a secure and compassionate environment tailored to the unique needs of residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Lakeshore Manor prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, providing wheelchair-accessible apartments meticulously designed for individuals with memory loss. These thoughtfully crafted units provide a comfortable living space, and come equipped with amenities that promote both independence and safety, including 24/7 availability of assistance, specialized memory care, incontinence care, and medication management.

Residents at Lakeshore Manor enjoy an array of services and amenities that comes with living there. They provide nutritious meals, ensuring that it fits the residents’ dietary needs. The residents can also focus on engaging in activities they enjoy, as grooming services, housekeeping, and laundry assistance are provided, relieving them of the stress the daily chores bring. Lakeshore Manor goes above and beyond by offering special programs specifically designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, with the added security of a wander guard in a secure gated community, Lakeshore Manor provides peace of mind to residents and their families, ensuring a safe and supportive living environment.

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Overview of McFarland Villa Assisted Living

McFarland Villa is an exceptional assisted living community aiming to cultivate holistic needs through quality care in a supportive environment. The premier home in McFarland practices a person-focused approach to senior living. It prides itself in offering a compassionate and caring staff that encourages residents to maintain independence and empower individuality in a place that supports them.

Dedicated to providing an extraordinary experience for residential living, management is determined to go above and beyond in exceeding the expectations of families and seniors themselves. Residents receive 24/7 care and supervision, medication administration, an emergency pendant, an exquisite dining experience, relaxing spa and wellness activities, housekeeping, and ADL services throughout.

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Overview of Robin Way

With 53 beds in private and semi-private apartments, Robin Way is a family-owned assisted living community in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Operated by Elan Ruggill through American Eagle Pleasant Prairie LLC, the community has been open for 6 years. It currently operates at about 92% occupancy with 49 beds filled, and monthly rates range from $2,870 to $3,875.

Housekeeping, laundry, scheduled transportation, and 24-hour licensed nursing support are provided to help older adults manage daily life. Meals are also prepared in a home-cooked style and served daily, contributing to a relaxed, family-style living environment rather than an institutional approach.

Featuring a person-focused approach, the community aims to support independence while still offering consistent daily assistance. This balance is designed to help older adults maintain individuality while receiving the support they need within the community.

Its setting on 88th Avenue has a Walk Score of 46, making it slightly walkable, with a few nearby services accessible on foot and most errands requiring a short drive.

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Overview of Emerald Bay Retirement Community

Emerald Bay Retirement Community sits on Centennial Centre Boulevard in Hobart, Wisconsin, in Brown County, just outside Green Bay. It’s a smaller place with just Twenty-four beds total, spread across a two-story building that’s been open for seven years. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of just 14, so residents and visiting family will mostly be driving to get anywhere.

The community is running at 83% occupancy, with 20 of those 24 beds filled. People live in one- and two-bedroom apartments with their own kitchens and walk-in showers. Outside, there are ponds, patios, and gardens.

Inside, there’s a bistro, a fireplace, and a shared dining room. Baking and craft activities show up regularly, which gives people something to do with their hands and a reason to be around each other. Emerald Bay also supports residents managing diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and colostomy care needs specifically, so this isn’t just general assisted living. Pets are welcome too, and the community offers transportation services plus fitness and recreation programming.

Monthly rates run $6,700 to $10,000. The community is legally operated by Scal Of Hobart LLC. Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance, handles inspections here, showing up unannounced to check that health and safety rules are being followed.

This is a small, private-room community built around specific medical support as much as general daily living, set in a quiet, car-dependent pocket near Green Bay.

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

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

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Wisconsin, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Wisconsin?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.