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Best Nursing Homes in Madison, WI

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 13 homes in Madison, WI

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Wisconsin Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.

7 facilities compared · CMS & WI Dept. of Health data

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Badger Prairie Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Verona (East Verona Avenue)
120
Facility 120
WI AVG 81
Rank #21 / 179
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
WI AVG 70%
Rank #9 / 175
+31%
6.41
Facility 6.41
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #4 / 172
+36%+50%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 174
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #26 / 174
3.0
Facility 3.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #43 / 174
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 2.1
114-
31
Facility 31
WI AVG 45
Rank #125 / 179
County Of Dane
$20.3M
Facility $20.3M
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #12 / 177
$21.3M
Facility $21.3M
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #1 / 177
104.6%
Facility 104.6%
WI AVG 45%
Rank #2 / 177
525516
Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 81
Rank #47 / 179
25.0%
Facility 25.0%
WI AVG 70%
Rank #174 / 175
-64%
4.57
Facility 4.57
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #55 / 172
+54%+7%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 174
35
Facility 35
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #119 / 174
5.0
Facility 5.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #115 / 174
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 2.1
25A+
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 45
Rank #164 / 179
Gregory Bernstein
$13.1M
Facility $13.1M
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #41 / 177
$7.4M
Facility $7.4M
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #34 / 177
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
WI AVG 45%
Rank #86 / 177
525266
Sun Prairie Senior Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Sun Prairie
42
Facility 42
WI AVG 81
Rank #161 / 179
58.0%
Facility 58.0%
WI AVG 70%
Rank #132 / 175
-17%
3.48
Facility 3.48
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #123 / 172
-26%-19%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 174
21
Facility 21
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #90 / 174
4.2
Facility 4.2
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #94 / 174
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 2.1
35A+
74
Facility 74
WI AVG 45
Rank #30 / 179
Brenda Reierson
$4.0M
Facility $4.0M
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #165 / 177
$2.7M
Facility $2.7M
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #161 / 177
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
WI AVG 45%
Rank #37 / 177
525380
Four Winds Manor
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Verona
44
Facility 44
WI AVG 81
Rank #157 / 179
69.1%
Facility 69.1%
WI AVG 70%
Rank #83 / 175
-1%
5.19
Facility 5.19
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #28 / 172
-55%+21%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 174
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #104 / 174
3.5
Facility 3.5
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #66 / 174
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 2.1
33-
49
Facility 49
WI AVG 45
Rank #80 / 179
Mary Howard
$8.0M
Facility $8.0M
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #104 / 177
$5.9M
Facility $5.9M
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #60 / 177
74.3%
Facility 74.3%
WI AVG 45%
Rank #18 / 177
525656
Edgerton Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Edgerton (Stoughton Road)
61
Facility 61
WI AVG 81
Rank #99 / 179
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
WI AVG 70%
Rank #139 / 175
-21%
4.99
Facility 4.99
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #34 / 172
-2%+17%
$66.5k
Facility $66.5k
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #127 / 174
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #145 / 174
6.6
Facility 6.6
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #151 / 174
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 2.1
46F
31
Facility 31
WI AVG 45
Rank #125 / 179
Wisconsin Illinois Senior Housing Inc
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #154 / 177
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #124 / 177
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
WI AVG 45%
Rank #15 / 177
525241
The Bay at Belmont Health and Rehabilitation Center-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Madison (Rolling Meadows)
83
Facility 83
WI AVG 81
Rank #76 / 179
28.9%
Facility 28.9%
WI AVG 70%
Rank #173 / 175
-59%
3.63
Facility 3.63
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #119 / 172
----31%-15%
$413.4k
Facility $413.4k
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #172 / 174
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #169 / 174
7.7
Facility 7.7
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #164 / 174
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 2.1
24A+
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 45
Rank #76 / 179
Summit Care Management LLC
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #85 / 177
$4.9M
Facility $4.9M
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #84 / 177
55.6%
Facility 55.6%
WI AVG 45%
Rank #93 / 177
525074
St. Mary’s Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Madison (Maple Grove Drive)
184
Facility 184
WI AVG 81
Rank #2 / 179
58.7%
Facility 58.7%
WI AVG 70%
Rank #129 / 175
-16%
4.71
Facility 4.71
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #50 / 172
+6%+10%
$113.8k
Facility $113.8k
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #141 / 174
70
Facility 70
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #163 / 174
5.4
Facility 5.4
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #129 / 174
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 2.1
96-
43
Facility 43
WI AVG 45
Rank #100 / 179
Suzanne Anderson
$19.4M
Facility $19.4M
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #16 / 177
$13.5M
Facility $13.5M
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #4 / 177
69.8%
Facility 69.8%
WI AVG 45%
Rank #29 / 177
525276
Overview of Badger Prairie Health Care Center

Badger Prairie Health Care Center is a nursing home in Verona, WI, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and comprehensive therapies, are also provided to meet residents’ needs and preferences. Dedicated to residents’ holistic wellness, personalized care plans are also provided.

Light exercises, fun events, and a variety of activities help enhance residents’ cognition and encourage them to live actively. Residents can also relax and focus on their recovery with spacious rooms and cozy communal spaces. Located near Badger Prairie County Park, restaurants, and public transportation in Verona, the community guarantees a convenient lifestyle. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care that aim to help older adults thrive, making it one of the best options for senior living in Wisconsin.

Contact Badger Prairie Health Care Center

Overview of Oak Park Place Madison East

An assisted living and memory care community, Oak Park Place provides a unique accommodation for the specific needs of assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. As a community that celebrates you as an individual,  management, and staff surely promote an independent lifestyle based on their own terms. Oak Park Place residents feel more comfortable and safe in a community they trust because meaningful relationships are built in the community because the staff genuinely provides excellent care.

Oak Park Place provides an atmosphere of growth and security, ensuring that residents are able to feel comfortable in their new cozy home-like environment. A list of essential services provided for assisted living and memory care residents await them– ADLs, medication management, and stimulating activities. Skilled nursing residents are able to experience state-of-the-art technologies that boost up their recovery period. 

Contact Oak Park Place Madison East

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.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

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Overview of Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center

An assisted living and memory care community, Oak Park Place provides a unique accommodation for the specific needs of assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. As a community that celebrates you as an individual,  management, and staff surely promote an independent lifestyle based on their own terms. Oak Park Place residents feel more comfortable and safe in a community they trust because meaningful relationships are built in the community because the staff genuinely provides excellent care. 

Oak Park Place provides an atmosphere of growth and security, ensuring that residents are able to feel comfortable in their new cozy home-like environment. A list of essential services provided for assisted living and memory care residents await them– ADLs, medication management, and stimulating activities. Skilled nursing residents are able to experience state-of-the-art technologies that boost up their recovery period.

Contact Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center

Sun Prairie Senior Living

228 W Main St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Overview of Sun Prairie Senior Living

Sun Prairie Senior Living is a haven for seniors looking for elevated and unparalleled care options in Wisconsin. With advanced clinical care, skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation options available around the clock, the staff is always friendly and willing to help. They also offer assisted living services for those who prefer more independence. In addition to their clinical excellence, they offer social services and case management, respite care, and adult day care services.

Families of residents can rest assured that the move-in process will be smooth, with assistance provided as needed. The facility also offers transportation services, chef-prepared meals, laundry and trash services, and most importantly, 24-hour emergency maintenance for residents’ safety. There are also plenty of amenities to enjoy, such as an outdoor barbecue area, well-maintained grounds, airy outdoor nooks, a beauty and barber salon, and inviting common spaces with fireplaces and flat-screen TVs. Sun Prairie Senior Living understands that seniors are multi-layered human beings and strive to respect and listen to them, making sure they feel at home. 

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 140 - 355 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Four Winds Manor

Four Winds Manor is a privately owned nursing facility located in Verona, Wisconsin. It’s a highly rated and operated skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living facility that strives to provide exceptional care and treatment to its residents. With a variety of living arrangements, Four Winds Manor encourages its residents to maintain their autonomy while still involving their families and friends in their lives.

The facility provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with 24-hour care, comfortable private and semi-private accommodations, and individualized care planning. Regular health assessments, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also available. A registered dietitian is present to ensure that each resident receives a well-balanced meal plan that meets their dietary needs. At Four Winds Manor, they believe that seniors should have the freedom to live their lives on their terms. They create a resident-centered environment where they actively listen to the resident’s needs and preferences, working to help them achieve maximum functionality and independence.

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Overview of Edgerton Care Center

Edgerton Care Center has been one of the premier homes in Madison. As one immediately steps into the community grounds, there is undeniably a strong feeling of the community’s spectacular resort-like hospitality. The care center ensures that residents get to experience independence while receiving quality care for all seniors– being able to live the best life possible all throughout.  Edgerton is the nursing home that has shown beyond a doubt the incredible service and care they provide generation after generation.

The nursing home supports and cares for your recovery goals by encouraging residents of inpatient and outpatient rehab, memory care, respite care, and hospice care to maximize the resources available for a speedy recovery. 

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Overview of Ssm Health St. Mary‘s Care Center

SSM Health St. Mary’s Care Center is a rehabilitation and memory care community; they offer professional and dedicated care staff who strive to make a difference in the residents’ lives. The nursing home is a resident-centered community, where residents can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves. SSM Health strives in ensuring an excellent level of hospital-like service in a comfortable homey environment.

Services at the 184-bed skilled nursing home are interdisciplinary, focusing on the specific healing process for each resident: outpatient therapy, long-term care, and short-term care; activities and programs focus on functional communication, cognitive skills, and physical movement. 

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Overview of The Bay at Belmont Health and Rehabilitation Center

The Bay at Belmont Health and Rehabilitation Center stands as one of the premier health and rehabilitation centers in Madison. It’s a comprehensive community that presents a resort-like lifestyle with its world-class hospitality offered to each unique individual with personal needs. The health and rehabilitation center’s nursing approach is focused on comprehensive therapies that contribute to a speedy recovery. The Bay creates an atmosphere where residents thrive and is enriched with quality skilled nursing care offered.  

The Bay offers a range of skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, long-term care, and memory care services. Amenities include a library, a courtyard, a family visitation room, daily meals provided, and a hair salon. 

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Overview of All Saints Assisted Living and Memory Care

All Saints Assisted Living and Memory Care is a licensed senior care community operated by Elderspan Management LLC in Madison, Wisconsin, offering assisted living and memory care services in Dane County. Part of the All Saints Neighborhood campus, the community has been in continuous operation for approximately 16 years, building a well-established presence in the Madison assisted living market, particularly for those 55+.

The community operates at an occupancy rate of about 92.5%, an average of 37 residents per day, with its 40-bed capacity. While demand aligns with the Wisconsin statewide average of around 70%, the high occupancy level suggests that availability may be limited at any given time.

Across three inspections, a routine survey in August 2023 reported no violations, and complaint investigations in April 2024 resulted in unsubstantiated findings, suggesting stronger inspection records among similarly sized communities in Wisconsin. The most recent inspection in October 2025 identified one deficiency related to documentation and safety assessments for bed rail use, resulting in a $600 forfeiture. This is well below the Wisconsin average of 12 deficiencies per inspection. No license suspensions are recorded.

Along with assisted living and memory care, a variety of apartment options, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, are offered. Licensed nursing staff is available around the clock, which differentiates it from other communities. Care plans are individualized for each resident, and activities are designed to match varying ability levels and promote engagement.

All Saints is a strong option for families seeking a mid-sized, community-oriented setting in the Madison area with a consistent compliance record, particularly for those who need memory care related to Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, as well as those in assisted living who benefit from continuous licensed nursing support. The 16-year operating history also offers valuable insight into the consistency and reliability of care, appealing to those seeking an established community.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Madison, WI

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Wisconsin Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 13 nursing homes in Madison, WI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Madison, WI?

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 Madison, WI, 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 nursing homes in Madison, WI?

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.