Compare Independent Living around Fitchburg
| The Courtyard at Fitchburg | IL AL MC RC | Fitchburg (Chapel Valley) | 72
Facility
72
WI AVG
61
Rank
#148 / 496 | No |
34
Facility
34
WI AVG
42
Rank
#344 / 580 | - | 1
Facility
1
WI AVG
12
Rank
#299 / 334 |
52.8%
Facility
52.8%
WI AVG
74.3%
Rank
#353 / 406 | Fitchburg Assisted Living LLC | Michael Samuels | 7 | 8
Facility
8
WI AVG
3.8
Rank
#264 / 312 | 35
Facility
35
WI AVG
12
Rank
#290 / 312 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
WI AVG
2.0
Rank
#291 / 312 |
| The Waterford at Fitchburg | IL AL 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 LLC | Kirsten Hutchison | 2 | 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 |
| Quarry Ridge Retirement Community | IL | Fitchburg | - | Yes |
43
Facility
43
WI AVG
42
Rank
#285 / 580 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Courtyard at Fitchburg – Memory Care | IL AL MC RC | Fitchburg | 36
Facility
36
WI AVG
61
Rank
#370 / 496 | No |
57
Facility
57
WI AVG
42
Rank
#176 / 580 | - | 1
Facility
1
WI AVG
12
Rank
#299 / 334 |
55.6%
Facility
55.6%
WI AVG
74.3%
Rank
#338 / 406 | Fitchburg Assisted Living LLC | - | 8 | 8
Facility
8
WI AVG
3.8
Rank
#264 / 312 | 33
Facility
33
WI AVG
12
Rank
#288 / 312 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
WI AVG
2.0
Rank
#282 / 312 |
| Bright Living Adult Home LLC 6 | AL | Fitchburg | 4 | — | — | — | 2 | — | Bright Living Adult Home LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Chapel Valley II | — | Fitchburg | 24 | — | — | — | 26 | — | Chapel Valley Housing II LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Comfort Care 4 U 3 LLC | AL NH | Fitchburg | 4 | — | — | — | 13 | — | Comfort Care 4 U LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dimensions Living Fitchburg | AL NH | Fitchburg | 21 | — | — | — | 27 | — | Touchstone Senior Services LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Eagle Home Care LLC | AL | Fitchburg | 3 | — | — | — | 2 | — | Eagle Home Care LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Graceful Living Family Home LLC | AL | Fitchburg | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | — | Graceful Living Family Home LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Guidance Family Homes | AL | Fitchburg | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | — | Guidance Family Homes LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hope Reality LLC | AL | Fitchburg | 6 | — | — | — | 2 | — | Hope Reality LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lul Care LLC | AL NH | Fitchburg | 4 | — | — | — | 2 | — | Lul Care LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mallak Care LLC | AL | Fitchburg | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | — | Mallak Care Limited Liability Corporation | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sylvan Crossings of Fitchburg | AL NH | Fitchburg | 19 | — | — | — | 29 | — | Touchstone Senior Services LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| TrustCare LLC | AL | Fitchburg | 3 | — | — | — | 2 | — | Trustcare LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| White Angel Adult Home Care LLC | AL | Fitchburg | 3 | — | — | — | 1 | — | White Angel Adult Home Care LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Williamsburg Home | AL | Fitchburg | 4 | — | — | — | 3 | — | Happy Life Care LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
| Williamsburg Home 2 | AL | Fitchburg | 4 | — | — | — | 3 | — | Happy Life Care LLC | — | — | — | — | — |
Overview of The Courtyard at Fitchburg
Dedicated to providing seniors with exceptional care, the Courtyard at Fitchburg is an idyllic senior living community situated on Wilshire Drive, Fitchburg, WI, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents enjoy peaceful and spacious accommodations with a variety of studio and one-bedroom apartments available in the community. With a kind, compassionate, and highly skilled team prepared to lend extra support around the clock, seniors keep their peace of mind and families let go of their worries.
The Courtyard at Fitchburg is committed to providing seniors with the best possible care they deserve, featuring onsite physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Forge meaningful connections and participate in fun activities to remain active and socially connected. Catering to residents’ dietary needs and tastes, the community serves a wide selection of menus filled with tasty and healthy meals. Live your golden years wonderfully and experience unforgettable moments with the Courtyard at Fitchburg.
Set in the welcoming neighborhood of Fitchburg, WI, the Waterford at Fitchburg is an enticing senior living community offering independent living, assisted living and temporary stay services. Here, residents can choose from well-appointed and cozy accommodations with several floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom. Having a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive the utmost care and support they need.
Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including delicious and nutritious meals in restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and linen services, access to a third-party rehabilitation agency, regular personal care assessments, scheduled transportation, and many more. Join in various social activities and events such as themed parties, exercise classes, and movie nights. At the Waterford at Fitchburg, seniors can enjoy a blissful and secure retirement.
Quarry Ridge
Fitchburg’s Independent Retirement Community
Welcome to Worry-Free Senior Living in Fitchburg!
Located just outside Madison, Quarry Ridge offers the best of both worlds: the tranquility and beauty of
Wisconsin’s countryside paired with the urban conveniences of the city. Whether you’re exploring scenic nature
trails or shopping at local destinations, Quarry Ridge is the premier retirement community for those seeking an
independent lifestyle.
Schedule a tour and join us for lunch. You’ll love what Quarry Ridge has to offer in luxury senior living.
2851 Fitchrona Road
Fitchburg, WI 53719
Quarry Ridge Retirement Community
Discover the joy and ease of all-inclusive retirement living. Picture yourself in a luxurious, safe, and
vibrant community with a fantastic location for fun local outings. With three chef-prepared meals
offered daily, and weekly housekeeping and maintenance included, you’ll have more time for family,
friends, and the other important things in life. This vision comes to life at Quarry Ridge Retirement Community
Designed for comfort, our apartment homes come in a variety of floor plans. Each living space features
window coverings, a climate-controlled thermostat, and ample closet space. The apartment kitchens are
also equipped with full-sized appliances. You are free to decorate your unit around your unique tastes.
Pets are also warmly welcome for no additional fee.
Our Signature Freedom Dining program is the focal point of the resort lifestyle and often the most
praised feature of our community. Our executive chef prepares three quality meals daily with an
evolving menu, fresh ingredients, and diet-conscious recipes. Can’t make it to dinner? No worries. With
our meal delivery service, we’ll prepare you a plate and bring it to your door. You can also visit the
“chef’s pantry” for snacks any time – day or night.
The most important part of our community is the shared spaces that allow you to meet other residents,
celebrate fun and memorable moments, and relax. Our common areas include a 150-seat theater,
library, billiards room, arcade, conversation areas, a lounge with bar, superb fitness and exercise room,
spa area, and business center. Our Lifestyle Director plans monthly community events around these
spaces, allowing you to practice new skills, see new things, meet new people, and much more.
While our community focuses on making your retirement fun and fulfilling, our greatest priority is your
safety. Our managers are your neighbors and live on-site to ensure you are happily enjoying your best
retirement life. With our 24/7 Emergency Alert System, round-the clock concierge, and live-in managers
there’s never a moment when you are unable to reach somebody for help!
Our gorgeous community is full of amenities and services, allowing you to enjoy all the conveniences of
all-inclusive living without the hassle of upkeep. Our ample list of amenities and robust social calendar
offers you choice and flexibility in how you choose to spend your time.
Additionally, if you’re ever craving a change of scenery and don’t want to leave behind the comforts we
offer, no worries! With our travel program, you can explore the country while staying at any of our other
Resort Lifestyle Communities locations for no additional cost.
Relax in the theater while watching a movie or get active in a group fitness class; spend teatime with the
gals or watch a game with the guys; cuddle up with a good book or go join a happy hour for fun times
with the neighbors! However you wish to spend your time, we are here to support the retirement of
your dreams.
Retire well. Retire here. Call today to schedule a private tour!
Overview of The Courtyard at Fitchburg – Memory Care
The Courtyard at Fitchburg Memory Care is a 36-bed assisted living and memory care community operated by Fitchburg Assisted Living LLC in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, within Dane County. Licensed in August 2024, this is one of the more recent additions to the senior care landscape in the Madison area. Serving 22 residents, the community has a current occupancy of approximately 61%, indicating significant availability for families planning a future placement or immediate placement without waitlist delays.
The community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services, along with 24-hour staffing and rehabilitation options. Amenities are plentiful and include on-site dining, a garden patio, spacious common rooms, a beauty salon, a spa and bathtique, and a wellness office, all with views of McKee Farms Park. Three meals per day with varied menu selections and nutritious snacks are also provided. Focusing on physical, mental, and social engagement, the community maintains a robust daily activities calendar.
Since it opened in August 2024, the community is still in its early operational phase, which is reflected in its inspection history. Seven inspections took place over a short period, primarily complaint-initiated, resulting in four visits with findings and a total of 30 deficiencies over the years. The most recent inspection in October 2025 recorded 12 deficiencies, in line with the Wisconsin average of 12. Families are encouraged to carefully review the specific nature and correction status of these findings and ask about any operational or staffing adjustments made for improvement.
The Courtyard at Fitchburg is well-suited for families in the Fitchburg and greater Madison area looking for memory care or assisted living in a newer, thoughtfully appointed community with a strong amenity base. Those considering this community should weigh the attractive physical environment and programming against current compliance data and discuss improvement trajectory directly with its leadership.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Independent Living in Fitchburg, WI
What is the average cost of independent living in Fitchburg, WI?
The average monthly cost of independent living in Fitchburg, WI is approximately $2,117. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for independent living in Fitchburg, WI?
Independent living in Fitchburg, 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 4 independent living communities in Fitchburg, WI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg, 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.
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