Page 5 of Best Independent Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 200 independent living communities in 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
Creekside Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
Sparta
36
Facility 36
WI AVG 58
Rank #116 / 161
No
68
Facility 68
WI AVG 43
Rank #41 / 196
-
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 13
Rank #96 / 129
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
--Morrow Memorial Home For The Aged Inc2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #44 / 112
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 112
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 112
Woodside Manor I II III IV
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Green Bay
140
Facility 140
WI AVG 58
Rank #3 / 161
No
67
Facility 67
WI AVG 43
Rank #44 / 196
-
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 13
Rank #8 / 129
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #62 / 134
--Bay Area Lutheran Homes Inc8
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 4
Rank #97 / 112
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #48 / 112
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #38 / 112
New Perspective Senior Living | North Shore
IL
AL
MC
NH
Brown Deer
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 58
Rank #57 / 161
Yes
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 43
Rank #151 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 13
Rank #31 / 129
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #89 / 134
A+Ryan NovaczykBeaver Creek Ops LLC9
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 4
Rank #110 / 112
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #87 / 112
1.2
Facility 1.2
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #80 / 112
Hart Park Square Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Wauwatosa
55
Facility 55
WI AVG 58
Rank #70 / 161
No
77
Facility 77
WI AVG 43
Rank #27 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 13
Rank #96 / 129
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #123 / 134
-Christian CummingsHpsmld Opco LLC3
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #71 / 112
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #48 / 112
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #55 / 112
Parkview Gardens I Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Caledonia
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 58
Rank #99 / 161
No
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 43
Rank #145 / 196
-
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 13
Rank #69 / 129
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
--Koru Health LLC3
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #44 / 112
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 112
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 112
Burr Oak Manor Inc
IL
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
Genoa City
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 58
Rank #127 / 161
No
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 43
Rank #75 / 196
-
30
Facility 30
WI AVG 13
Rank #12 / 129
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #112 / 134
--Burr Oak Manor Inc3
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #24 / 112
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 112
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 112
Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton
IL
AL
MC
Appleton
76
Facility 76
WI AVG 58
Rank #35 / 161
Yes
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 43
Rank #172 / 196
1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 13
Rank #74 / 129
56.6%
Facility 56.6%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #107 / 134
-Mark McnearyAppleton Retirement LLC1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #24 / 112
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 112
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 112
Schmitt Woodland Hills Inc
IL
AL
NH
PC
SNF
Richland Center
30
Facility 30
WI AVG 58
Rank #132 / 161
No
70
Facility 70
WI AVG 43
Rank #36 / 196
-
38
Facility 38
WI AVG 13
Rank #7 / 129
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #75 / 134
--Schmitt Woodland Hills Inc1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 112
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 112
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 112
New Perspective Senior Living | West Bend
IL
AL
MC
West Bend
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 58
Rank #57 / 161
Yes
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 43
Rank #132 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 13
Rank #31 / 129
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #106 / 134
A+Ryan NovaczykWest Bend Ops LLC9
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 4
Rank #103 / 112
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #97 / 112
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #89 / 112
Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Waukesha
128
Facility 128
WI AVG 58
Rank #6 / 161
No
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 43
Rank #158 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 13
Rank #105 / 129
95.3%
Facility 95.3%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #20 / 134
-Christian CummingsOht Opco LLC9
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 4
Rank #103 / 112
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #83 / 112
0.8
Facility 0.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #62 / 112

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 200 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Creekside Assisted Living

Creekside Assisted Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and nursing care in Sparta, WI. The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without leaving the community.

Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they keep their own apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Nursing care provides on-site support from nurses around the clock. The community has 36 beds, giving it a smaller scale that may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Creekside Assisted Living is operated by Morrow Memorial Home For The Aged. A Walk Score of 68 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to handle some nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Woodside Manor I II III IV

Woodside Manor I II III IV offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and nursing care, including skilled nursing, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private apartment, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock.

Independent living is private living without daily care, while respite care supports a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may make Woodside Manor I II III IV a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time, since moving to a different level of care can occur within the same community. The community serves adults aged 55 and older, has 140 beds, and is operated by Bay Area Lutheran Homes.

Skilled Nursing & Rehab and Therapy & Wellness Services provide rehabilitation and therapy support within the community’s care offerings, while Spiritual Care provides access to spiritual support. A Walk Score of 67 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of New Perspective Senior Living | North Shore

Spend your golden years at New Perspective- North Shore, an outstanding community in Brown Deer, WI, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and linens are also taken care of, so residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

With a carefully planned calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. A fall detection system is also provided for residents’ safety. This pet-friendly community is ideal for those seeking comfort and convenience in retirement, especially with its wide range of care and extensive amenities.

Starting Price $2,008/Month

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Overview of Hart Park Square Senior Living

Based in Wauwatosa, WI, Hart Park Square Senior Living is a thriving senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care. The community features cozy and elegant residences, ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments that residents can personalize to their liking. A compassionate team trained to deliver various levels of care is available to assist and support residents to continue living an independent and empowered life.

Connect with like-minded individuals through an array of stimulating activities and events, customized programming, and cozy common spaces. The community features their Aging Experience program that educates the team and families on the aging process and engages the community’s team and families in a meaningful way so that they maintain a sense of empathy and empowerment. Here, retirement years are an ideal balance of self-discovery, engaging endeavors and relaxation without the taxing burdens of home maintenance or the isolation of living alone.

Price range $4,495 - $4,895/Month

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Overview of Parkview Gardens I Assisted Living

Parkview Gardens I Assisted Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Caledonia, WI. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Having multiple care levels on one campus can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level does not require leaving the community. With 47 beds, Parkview Gardens I Assisted Living is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Koru Health operates the community.

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Overview of Burr Oak Manor

Burr Oak Manor provides assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Genoa City, Wisconsin. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care settings may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because the resident can move between care levels without leaving the community. Burr Oak Manor has 33 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Residents may choose private or shared rooms, suites, and apartments, including options for a single resident, shared living, or an apartment-style setting. A secured courtyard includes a gazebo and raised flower and vegetable gardens, giving residents an enclosed place to spend time outdoors and take part in gardening. Onsite beauty and barber services are available, along with escorted transportation to medical appointments, rehabilitation services, a doctor on staff, registered nurse health assessments and treatments, and medication management programs.

Daily activities include pet therapy, reminiscence therapy, music therapy, and a therapeutic activity program. These give residents structured ways to participate in familiar and sensory-based activities. Special diet and nutritional plans are available for residents with specific dietary needs. A Walk Score of 51 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Pamela S. Predick is the owner and director.

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Overview of Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton

Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton is one of the city’s best independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities. The senior living home programs and activities help individuals develop an active lifestyle and hassle-free living while maintaining independence. Holistic wellness is the goal of the dedicated team of professionals; they ensure that the vibrant home-like atmosphere presents a feeling that elevates their daily living.

Community features include a billiards room, a computer lounge, a chapel, a library, a salon, and a quiet area. Services include handicapped-accessible features, housekeeping, an emergency response system, and washer/dryer hookups.

Price range $4,475 - $6,935/Month

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Overview of Schmitt Woodland Hills

Schmitt Woodland Hills provides independent living, assisted living, nursing home and skilled nursing care, along with palliative care, in Richland Center, Wisconsin. Independent living offers private apartments without daily care, while assisted living apartments provide help with everyday tasks. Skilled nursing serves residents with more complex medical needs, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management.

Opened in 1965, the community has 30 beds. Its smaller size allows residents and staff to get to know one another, while the range of care levels gives residents access to different types of support as their needs change. Rehabilitation and therapy care is also available for residents recovering function or working to maintain mobility.

Independent living and assisted living apartments are available alongside skilled nursing, rehabilitation and therapy care. Medicare is accepted for eligible skilled nursing services under Medicare rules, rather than for a long term residential stay. With a Walk Score of 70, the area falls within the very walkable range, so most errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

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Overview of New Perspective Senior Living | West Bend

Experience an extraordinary stay with the New Perspective West Bend located in the harmonious community of West Bend, WI. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. With a scenic view of Big Cedar Lake and Little Cedar Lake to the west and Lake Michigan to the East, residents can surely enjoy comfort and relaxation in this beautiful place. Cozy and spacious accommodations are also available depending on tastes and needs. In terms of memory care, an on-site care team, daily nutritional support, and immediate care are offered for those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive conditions.

Embrace its lively community through a wide array of top-notch amenities and services. Experience chef-prepared dining with healthy and delectable meals. Moreover, residents can avail of an in-apartment washer/dryer, cafe & pub, library, warm-water pool, dance hall, fitness center, and on-site OT/PT services. Meet new companions and build lasting connections through its various social activities. At the New Perspective West Bend, seniors are assured of a worry-free retirement.

Starting Price $1,977/Month

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Overview of Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living

Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Waukesha, WI. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident remains in their own apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With several care levels in one community, Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The home has 128 beds, with 95% occupancy, meaning most residences are occupied. Housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, so someone living alone or a couple moving together can consider different layouts. Monthly rates range from $7,685 to $9,566, giving families an initial budget range for the available living arrangements. Christian Cummings is the administrator, and Oht Opco operates the community.

Price range $7,685 - $9,566/Month

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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 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.