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Overview of Villa Ciera Senior Apartments

Villa Ciera Senior Apartments is a 62+ independent senior living community with the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday tasks. Offering a range of opportunities tailored to its residents, seniors can feel inspired to create a better life with the continuum of care provided. Villa Ciera is an elegant independent living apartment home that aims to enhance and enrich the lives of its residents.

To keep the residents active and allow them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and enriching programs. Amenities include a dining area, lounge, library, fitness room, and a patio. Daily chores are left to the staff as residents are encouraged to live hassle-free.

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Anchor – Keble Court

Redfields Ln, Church Crookham, Fleet Gu52 0Ae, United Kingdom
Overview of Anchor – Keble Court

Anchor, Keble Court offers independent living and home care in Fleet. There are 72 apartments in all, with one or two bedrooms, giving residents private living spaces. Home care can be provided within the community as support needs change. The combination may suit someone who wants independent living with access to care as needs change.

Residents can choose a one bedroom or two bedroom apartment, and the larger layout can suit someone moving with a companion. Respite care and short breaks are available for temporary stays. Rehabilitation services can support someone during recovery.

A Walk Score of 39 places the community in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Transportation is available. Residents can also keep a companion animal, as pets are allowed.

The cafe, hairdressing salon, landscaped outdoor areas, seated patio and communal greenhouse give residents different places to spend time. Activities include yoga, coffee mornings, a film club and armchair exercises, offering scheduled choices for movement and shared leisure.

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Overview of Care & Rehab – Ladysmith 2

Care & Rehab, Ladysmith 2 in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, maintains a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, and short-term respite stays. Independent living provides private housing with community amenities, while assisted living helps residents handle daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication within their apartments.

Memory care sections maintain secured perimeters for residents prone to wandering, hospice options support end-of-life care, and respite programs offer temporary stays to give primary caregivers relief. Physical rehabilitation allows residents to complete therapies without leaving the building.

Senior Management operates this 30-bed property under administrator Ann Novak. Everyday nursing care logs an average of 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident daily. Amenities feature restaurant-style dining, a beauty and barber salon, and dedicated garden and patio retreat spaces. Group outings and scheduled transportation assist residents with off-site errands, while a walk score of 50 indicates that a few daily tasks can be done on foot. Payment methods accepted include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Prospective representatives seeking a multi-level care environment can contact Care & Rehab, Ladysmith 2 to discuss open beds or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Quarry Ridge Retirement Community

Quarry Ridge Retirement Community is an independent living community in Fitchburg, just outside Madison, Wisconsin. Sitting on the edge of countryside and urban convenience, it captivates occupants seeking the tranquility of nature alongside easy access to city amenities and attractions. Some services are reachable on foot in this somewhat walkable setting, and most activities demand transportation.

The home is built around all-inclusive retirement living, with three chef-prepared meals offered daily as an experience centerpiece. The Signature Freedom Dining program features an evolving menu that an on-site executive chef prepares using fresh ingredients and diet-conscious recipes. Residents can eat meals in common areas, request delivery to their rooms, or visit the chef’s pantry for snacks open 24/7. Weekly housekeeping and maintenance free residents from household upkeep. Apartment homes have three floor plans: studios ranging from 566 to 706 square feet, one-bedrooms from 588 to 1,013 square feet, and two-bedrooms up to 1,206 square feet. Each unit features full-sized kitchen appliances, climate-controlled thermostats, and ample closet space. Pets are warmly welcome for free. The facility centers on shared spaces designed for connection and relaxation. A 150-seat theater hosts movies and programs, while a library, billiards room, arcade, and conversation areas encourage occupants to engage with each other. A lounge with bar, fitness and exercise room, spa area, and business center complement the offerings. The on-site lifestyle director plans monthly events around these spaces, helping residents meet new people, learn new skills, and stay active. Woven throughout are safety and support. The community features a 24/7 emergency alert system, 24/7 concierge service, and live-in managers who serve as neighbors and are always offering help. Transportation services are provided, along with beauty services, parking, health programs, and building-wide Wi-Fi access. A unique travel program lets occupants visit other resort lifestyle communities locations for free, letting them explore while maintaining the comforts of home.

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Overview of Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Oregon

Peacefully surrounded by lush trees in Park St, Oregon, WI, Sienna Crest Assisted Living-Oregon is a unique community that offers assisted living. The community strives to enhance residents’ quality of life with top-notch care and assistance around the clock. Residents will surely enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community handling household responsibilities and personal needs.

Participate in engaging activities and enriching programs for better social connections and a vibrant lifestyle. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals satisfying dietary needs and tastes. The community is ideal for those looking to retain their independence while having a dependable surrounding to meet their special needs.

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Overview of Glenwood Senior Apartments

Located on 27th Avenue in the Saxony neighborhood of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Glenwood Senior Apartments is an independent living community for adults aged 55 and older. The community is the sister community of Villa Ciera. The three-story building offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Residents here have the privacy of their own home while having access to shared amenities and community activities.

The community is about 2.7 miles from downtown Kenosha and approximately 5.72 miles from Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, so hospital care is a short drive away when needed. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 43, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. Still, most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service.

Residents can participate in staff-planned recreation and fitness programs, and there are other activities that encourage an active and social lifestyle. Shared amenities include a dining area, a lounge, a library, a fitness room, an on-site laundry room, and outdoor spaces with a backyard and courtyard. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

Glenwood Senior Apartments is best suited for older adults who want to live independently while enjoying shared amenities, organized activities, and transportation support. Families considering the community may find this combination of private apartment living and community services practical for residents who do not need daily personal care.

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Overview of Wilson Commons

In Milwaukee, WI, Wilson Commons serves residents through independent living, assisted living, and respite care. Independent living is an apartment with the building’s services and none of the daily care provided at other care levels. In assisted living, the apartment stays private, and help arrives for medication, dressing, and bathing. A respite stay is brief, and some families plan one into the year rather than waiting for a crisis.

When independent living stops being enough, assisted living is the next step, and the address stays the same through that change. The apartments are one-bedroom or two-bedroom, and the two-bedroom size suits anyone bringing a companion along to share it.

Independent living starts at $1,220 each month, the lower of the two published prices. For assisted living, where daily help is part of the arrangement, the starting price is $4,280.

For exercise, there’s a fitness center on site, and the building also has a salon and a spa for the residents to use. Residents have a garden, a patio, religious services, and a chapel, plus rehabilitation services and transportation for trips out. Pets are welcome to move in too.

By Walk Score, the neighborhood is car-dependent, at 24. For someone who no longer drives, walking to run errands isn’t a realistic plan.

$4,280/Month

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Overview of Lake Oaks Senior Apartment Homes

Independent living is what Lake Oaks Senior Apartment Homes offers in Racine, WI. Each resident has a private apartment and community services, though nobody provides daily care. That suits an older adult who wants their own place and can handle daily care alone.

Floor plans are one-bedroom or two-bedroom. One bedroom serves a single person, and two bedrooms fit a pair moving in together or someone with a companion. Pets can move in too.

Towerview is the neighborhood, and a 34 from Walk Score makes it car-dependent, so non-drivers will need transportation for routine errands.

Residents can exercise at the on-site fitness center. Meals outdoors can happen at the BBQ and picnic area, and the clubhouse is a shared place to gather.

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Overview of Carmel Residence

Carmel Residence, part of Miravida Living community, is a senior living community that offers independent living services in Oshkosh, WI. This welcoming community offers a range of services designed to empower residents in their golden years, promoting a lifestyle of freedom and comfort. Residents of Carmel Residence enjoy a host of amenities, including air-conditioned living spaces, with cable TV, a dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, and microwave ensuring modern convenience. The community provides the added convenience of in-unit washer and dryer, allowing residents to manage their household tasks with ease.

Carmel Residence offers the innovative “Hello, I’m OK!” program encouraging social interaction and safety, where residents place cards in the hall each morning to alert one another of their well-being. The community offers additional services at an added cost, including access to a beauty shop/barbershop, heated underground parking, noon meal service, and pharmacy facilities. Amenities such as 24-hour maintenance, a community garden, guest rooms, hearing loop, indoor mail delivery, library, meeting rooms, social lounges, a screened community porch, secure building, and ample storage space contribute to a fulfilling and secure living experience. With a smoke and tobacco-free campus, Carmel Residence provides seniors with a tranquil and supportive environment, where they can embrace their independence and enjoy the golden years to the fullest.

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Overview of The Gables of Germantown

Part of the Capri senior living group, The Gables of Germantown is a senior living community in the Village of Germantown, Wisconsin. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents receive additional support without moving to another campus if their needs change. Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital is about 3.69 miles away, giving residents and families convenient access to nearby medical care.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, providing several options to suit different space needs and budgets. Memory care is offered within the same community, making the transition to a higher level of support more familiar if it becomes necessary.

An outdoor courtyard, restaurant-style dining room, grand lounge areas, library, chapel, and well-lit recreation spaces are all available here. There’s a heated underground parking area, which can be useful during Wisconsin winters for residents, staff, and visiting family.

The community also welcomes pets. Residents can keep a companion animal after moving in. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities help residents stay active and connected. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 32, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car or the community’s transportation service.

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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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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.

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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 200 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.