Page 15 of Best Independent Living in Wisconsin

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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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
American Lutheran Home-Mondovi
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Mondovi
35
Facility 35
WI AVG 58
Rank #124 / 161
No
59
Facility 59
WI AVG 43
Rank #57 / 196
--
58.9%
Facility 58.9%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #103 / 134
-Tonya LisowskiAmerican Lutheran Homes Inc
Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Appleton
IL
AL
NH
SNF
Appleton
88
Facility 88
WI AVG 58
Rank #26 / 161
No
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 43
Rank #141 / 196
--
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #46 / 134
-Kendra VandenheuvelTdr Inc
Bethany St Joseph Care Center
IL
ADC
AL
NH
RESC
SNF
La Crosse
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 58
Rank #17 / 161
Yes---
71.3%
Facility 71.3%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #87 / 134
-Kristine BlexrudBethany-St Joseph Corporation
Dove Healthcare – St Croix Falls
IL
NH
SNF
St Croix Falls
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 58
Rank #81 / 161
No
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 43
Rank #113 / 196
--
89.6%
Facility 89.6%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #37 / 134
-Garrett EideDivine Rehabilitation And Nursing At St Croix LLC
Clement Manor
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Greenfield
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 58
Rank #81 / 161
No
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 43
Rank #82 / 196
---A+Jill HolbergClement Manor Inc
Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Depere
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
De Pere
137
Facility 137
WI AVG 58
Rank #4 / 161
No
83
Facility 83
WI AVG 43
Rank #17 / 196
----Charity BeschtaTdr Inc
Dimensions Living Stevens Point
IL
AL
MC
Stevens Point
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 58
Rank #155 / 161
Yes
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 43
Rank #105 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 13
Rank #119 / 129
--Bennet SchwartzSp Op LLC
New Perspective Island Shores
IL
AL
MC
Neenah
-Yes
76
Facility 76
WI AVG 43
Rank #30 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 13
Rank #31 / 129
-A+--
Dimensions Living Stevens Point
IL
AL
MC
Stevens Point
75
Facility 75
WI AVG 58
Rank #37 / 161
Yes
77
Facility 77
WI AVG 43
Rank #27 / 196
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 13
Rank #119 / 129
---Sp Op LLC
Onalaska Senior Living
IL
AL
East Onalaska
128
Facility 128
WI AVG 58
Rank #6 / 161
Yes
67
Facility 67
WI AVG 43
Rank #44 / 196
-
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 13
Rank #83 / 129
---Walker Eldercare Services Inc

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Overview of Dove Healthcare – St Croix Falls

Owned and operated by Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing, Dove Healthcare – St Croix Falls is a nursing home in Wisconsin with 50 beds. It is located on Louisiana Street in downtown St Croix Falls. As a short-term rehabilitation facility, residents stay for an average of 120 days. The home accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families several options to access care.

The facility provides post-acute rehabilitation and skilled nursing, which is best for residents recovering from surgery, a major illness, or a hospital stay, who need intensive medical oversight during healing. There’s a doctor on staff for residents with medical needs and 24-hour staffing.

Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 31 minutes per resident and is supported by a team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, vocational nurses, and nurse aides. That staffing level indicates the facility is focused on hands-on medical and rehabilitative support for residents who require skilled intervention to support their recovery.

In addition to rehabilitation, the home offers respite care for families who need temporary placement for a loved one. This frees up family caregivers who plan to take a break or manage a personal situation.

St Croix Falls is a small community in northwestern Wisconsin near the St Croix River, with a Walk Score of 37, so most errands require a short drive. The location is ideal for families seeking a quieter setting outside urban areas while still having access to skilled nursing and rehabilitation services.

Contact Dove Healthcare – St Croix Falls

Overview of Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Depere

Rennes Health and Rehab Center in De Pere is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community owned by TDR Inc. and managed by administrator Charity Beschta in Brown County, Wisconsin. With 137 licensed beds, the center stands as one of the larger skilled nursing communities in the greater Green Bay region. The community operates as a for-profit entity and is part of the Rennes Group, a multi-site senior living organization that provides various levels of care throughout Wisconsin.

Along with memory care and assisted living, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy, are offered. Since the Rennes Group maintains a multi-site presence, it offers an organizational depth and care management infrastructure that can be highly beneficial for residents who require coordinated transitions within a single network.

Due to its size, the community is able to provide a diverse array of shared amenities, frequent on-site visits from specialists, and organized social programming. Its location in De Pere near Green Bay also offers geographic convenience for families living in the greater Fox River Valley area. Additionally, the community accepts both Medicare and Medicaid, which provides flexibility in planning financially.

Rennes Health and Rehab Center in De Pere is an ideal choice for those in the De Pere and Green Bay areas seeking short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or memory care in a well-established and larger community. Those who prioritize continuity of care and the ability to transition between different care levels will find this placement beneficial and practical. Furthermore, those who prefer a larger community with a variety of structured activities will find the scale of this community to be a significant advantage.

Contact Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Depere

Overview of Onalaska Senior Living

Onalaska Senior Living, also known as Havenwood of Onalaska, is an assisted living and independent living community, operated by Walker Eldercare Services Inc. since January 3, 2020, in Onalaska, Wisconsin, offering assisted living services in a neighborhood-style setting. The community is one of the larger senior living communities in the western Wisconsin region, with 128 licensed beds. 

With a registered license from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance, the community complies with state standards. However, no inspection history is available, so it is highly suggested that families review the Wisconsin DHS public database for the most up-to-date compliance information and inquire directly with the community. 

The community supports two different levels of care in one home, including independent living for self-sufficient older adults seeking a maintenance-free lifestyle, and assisted living for those who require assistance for their daily living activities. Additionally, social, physical, and spiritual activities are among the community’s programming, reflecting its holistic approach to care. Wisconsin-based financial assistance programs,  including Medicaid Family Care, the IRIS self-direction program, and VA Aid and Attendance benefits, may be available to eligible residents, helping offset costs. 

Onalaska Senior Living is ideal for those seeking an active, independent lifestyle and those who require daily support, as it has different levels of care. The community’s location near hospitals, dining, and services in the La Cross area also appeals to both residents and visiting family members.

Contact Onalaska Senior Living

Overview of American Lutheran Home-Mondovi

Owned by Amy Duhr, American Lutheran Home-Mondovi is a nursing home on Memorial Drive in Mondovi, Wisconsin. The 35-bed home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering families multiple ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term care.

The community has an occupancy rate of 54%, so there’s availability for prospective residents. Most stay an average of 99 days, which includes post-acute rehabilitation residents and those remaining for ongoing skilled nursing care. The facility’s core offering is rehabilitation services. The home is a great choice for patients recovering from illness, injury, or hospital discharge.

On the nursing side, nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 13 minutes per resident each day. Nursing staff is distributed across registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical or vocational nurses. This staffing structure provides daily hands-on assistance for residents across the care continuum.

Mondovi’s location has a Walk Score of 59. Some errands can be done on foot, while most outings will require driving. The moderate walkability is best suited for families who value easy local access and the convenience of visiting in a small town.

Contact American Lutheran Home-Mondovi

Overview of Clement Manor

Offering a comprehensive continuum of care for seniors in Greenfield, Wisconsin, Clement Manor’s faith-based community has been serving the elderly for four decades. Among the programs they provide are independent living apartments, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and transitional care. Their services are designed to cater to residents’ evolving needs as they age. Whether you require daily assistance or simply prefer a warm and welcoming community atmosphere, Clement Manor offers a comfortable and supportive environment.

Residents enjoy a variety of amenities that promote socialization and well-being. These include in-house therapy services, lifelong learning classes to encourage continued engagement, and a beautifully landscaped campus for residents to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Clement Manor is dedicated to fostering a spirit of community and providing its residents with the highest quality of care.

Contact Clement Manor

Overview of Dimensions Living Stevens Point

Dimensions Living Stevens Point offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Stevens Point, WI. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community can allow a resident’s needs to grow over time without moving elsewhere or starting over socially.

With 16 beds, the community is small enough for staff and residents to get to know each other. Housing includes studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments: a studio suits someone seeking one private space, while a one bedroom or two bedroom apartment offers more separate living space and can work for a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Outdoor options include an enclosed courtyard, gardens, and walking trails. The salon and spa provide personal grooming services within the community.

Monthly activities, events, and outings create scheduled ways to take part in daily life, and pets are allowed so residents may keep a pet with them. Respite care offers short term stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The area has a Walk Score of 39, making it a setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Bennet Schwartz serves as the administrator, and SP Op operates the community.

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Overview of Dimensions Living Stevens Point

Dimensions Living Stevens Point offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment; independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care; and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having these care levels on one campus means a resident whose needs grow can move to a different level without leaving the community or starting over socially.

Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 75 beds, and pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet while living there. SP Op operates Dimensions Living Stevens Point.

Residents can spend time outdoors in an enclosed courtyard, gardens, and walking trails. A salon or spa provides personal care services on site, while transportation and rehabilitation services give residents access to rides and therapy without arranging those services independently. Dining includes both a full service dining room and a private dining room.

A Walk Score of 77 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that can make it possible to get out independently. Monthly activities and events are planned around physical, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual well-being, giving residents scheduled opportunities to take part in each of those areas.

Contact Dimensions Living Stevens Point

Overview of New Perspective Island Shores

Enticing seniors and guests with its luxurious spaces, New Perspective Island Shores is an eminent senior living community in East North Water Street, Neenah, WI, that provides assisted living and independent living. The community features pet-friendly and spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring seniors maximize their comfort and safety. With a kind and compassionate team providing top-tier care and support, seniors keep their peace of mind and enjoy their independence like no other.

Do what you love and create meaningful interactions through exciting activities and fun programs to enhance well-being. With New Perspective Island Shores, dining is an experience with healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary requirements and preferences. Filled with serene spaces and incredible amenities, New Perspective Island Shores is ideal for seniors seeking a peaceful retirement.

Contact New Perspective Island Shores

Overview of Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Appleton

Outpatient Therapy at Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Appleton serves people who never move in at all. They drive in, do the session, and drive home. Short-term Rehab covers the other version, where the hospital’s timeline and the family’s readiness are two different clocks.

The building in Appleton, WI, also carries nursing home and skilled nursing care, so there’s licensed nursing on-site at all hours. Congestion that worsens when lying down does not wait until morning, so this kind of coverage can really help some people. Assisted living sits a step below that, handling bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps their own space and schedule. Independent living is a step below that again: private living with community services and nobody coming in just to help you get dressed.

A family starting their loved one in independent living and later needing nursing does not need to search for a second facility. Nursing time comes up to 4 hours and 27 minutes per resident each day, across 88 beds.

Kendra Vandenheuvel is the administrator, and Tdr Inc runs the operation. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted here. The question is usually not whether a stay is covered but for how long it will be, because Medicare stops after the post-hospital weeks and that’s when Medicaid comes in to cover the long stays.

Contact Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Appleton

Overview of Bethany St Joseph Care Center

Owned by Megan Feirtag, Bethany St Joseph Care Center is a skilled nursing community operated by Kristine Blexrud in La Crosse, Wisconsin. It’s licensed to serve 100 residents and currently maintains a 56 percent occupancy rate, so there’s availability for seekers of skilled nursing care or short-term rehabilitation. The average stay duration is about 303 days, indicating a mix of post-acute residents and those in longer-term care arrangements. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are welcome, giving families numerous ways to arrange coverage.

Clinically, Bethany St Joseph Care Center offers rehabilitation services alongside skilled nursing care. In turn, it’s a suitable option for those recovering from surgery, a hospital stay, or handling complex medical needs. Total nursing care averages roughly 5 hours 3 minutes per resident day, providing substantial hands-on support. To bolster daily care activities, the staffing model includes registered nurses, nurse aides, and LPNs. An adult day center operates on-site, valuable for families managing community-dwelling and facility-based care or exploring options before fully shifting to residential care. This dual-use model adds flexibility for those in transition. The Shelby Road location reflects a quieter, car-dependent area of La Crosse.

Visiting families should plan transportation accordingly, though the setting may captivate those wanting a less urban environment.

Contact Bethany St Joseph Care Center

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 Wisconsin at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 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: 58The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Wisconsin

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 203 independent living communities in Wisconsin. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.