Best Independent Living in Brookfield, WI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 independent living communities in Brookfield, WI using WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Congregational Home
IL
AL
CCRC
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Brookfield (Grantosa)
21
Facility 21
WI AVG 58
Rank #143 / 159
No
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 43
Rank #145 / 193
Private Rooms--Kris SprtelCongregational Home Inc10
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #71 / 110
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 12
Rank #104 / 110
2.7
Facility 2.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #99 / 110
Ascension Living Franciscan Place
IL
ADC
AL
HC
MC
NH
SNF
Brookfield (Glen Kerry)
110
Facility 110
WI AVG 58
Rank #9 / 159
Yes
17
Facility 17
WI AVG 43
Rank #151 / 193
Private Rooms-
50.3%
Facility 50.3%
WI AVG 75.8%
Rank #118 / 131
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Ruby Commons
IL
AL
MC
Brookfield
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 58
Rank #80 / 159
Yes
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 43
Rank #169 / 193
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 14
Rank #118 / 127
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other WI independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Brookfield. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Congregational Home

Congregational Home in Brookfield, WI, is a continuing care retirement community providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and hospice services. Independent living offers private residential units without daily assistance, while assisted living provides support for tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Secured memory care delivers structured supervision, and hospice care focuses on comfort during end-of-life care.

Registered as a 21-bed residential environment, the community features private rooms and maintains a daily average nurse staffing rate of 6 hours and 33 minutes per resident. On-site campus amenities include the Lilly Pad Wellness Center with fitness and yoga spaces, a salon, and outdoor grounds featuring walking paths, a koi pond, patios, and a secure courtyard. Residents have access to scheduled recreational activities, religious services, short-term rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy.

Prospective representatives evaluating long-term care options in Brookfield can reach out to Congregational Home to request specific rate schedules or tour the campus.

Starting Price $2,908/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Ascension Living Franciscan Place

Ascension Living Franciscan Place in Brookfield’s Glen Kerry neighborhood offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, adult day services, home care, and 24-hour skilled nursing. Independent living provides private residences with access to community services, while assisted living aids with daily tasks like bathing and medications. Secured memory care delivers specialized supervision, adult day programs assist non-residents during daytime hours, and home care brings support directly into a personal residence.

The 110-bed community features private individual rooms that allow residents to transition between levels of support as their needs evolve. Daily direct nursing averages 4 hours and 24 minutes per resident. On-site features include pet-friendly accommodations.

Set in a suburban area, local travel generally requires personal or arranged transportation. Accepted payment options include Medicare and private funds.

Prospective residents exploring multi-level senior care or adult day options can contact the admissions office to check current availability or set up a tour.

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Ruby Commons

17560 W North Ave, Brookfield, WI 53045
Overview of Ruby Commons

Located in Brookfield, WI, Ruby Commons offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in a 50-bed setting. The community supports private living while assisting with daily tasks. Specialized care is also provided for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia in a supervised environment.

The community’s multiple levels of care allow residents to stay even when their needs grow. An on-site salon and spa gives residents a place for personal grooming. Moreover, pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with an animal companion.

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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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Independent Living in Brookfield at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 16/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Brookfield, WI. 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: 60The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Brookfield, WI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Brookfield, WI

What is the average cost of independent living in Brookfield, WI?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Brookfield, WI is approximately $2,117. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Brookfield, WI?

Independent living in Brookfield, WI typically ranges from $501 - $5,362 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 independent living communities in Brookfield, WI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, 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 independent living communities in Brookfield, 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.