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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. 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.
Pine View Terrace
IL
AL
Black River Falls
36
Facility 36
WI AVG 58
Rank #116 / 161
No
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 43
Rank #69 / 196
-
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 13
Rank #31 / 129
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #24 / 134
-Jackson Pine View Healthcare LLC3
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #44 / 112
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #35 / 112
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #38 / 112
Willow Brooke Point Senior Living Rcac
IL
AL
MC
RC
Stevens Point
36
Facility 36
WI AVG 58
Rank #116 / 161
Yes
77
Facility 77
WI AVG 43
Rank #27 / 196
-
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 13
Rank #55 / 129
97.2%
Facility 97.2%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #15 / 134
-Stevens Point Senior Living Inc4
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 112
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #35 / 112
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #38 / 112
Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 58
Rank #17 / 161
Yes
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 43
Rank #188 / 196
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 13
Rank #28 / 129
68.7%
Facility 68.7%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #134 / 134
Becky BalousekOak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC8
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #71 / 112
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 12
Rank #110 / 112
4.6
Facility 4.6
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #110 / 112
Laurel Oaks Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Glendale
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 58
Rank #42 / 161
No
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 43
Rank #105 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 13
Rank #96 / 129
33.8%
Facility 33.8%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #132 / 134
Chrsitian CummingsLo 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
Howard Village Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
St Francis (Saint Francis)
55
Facility 55
WI AVG 58
Rank #70 / 161
No
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 43
Rank #75 / 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 CummingsHvmld Opco LLC2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #44 / 112
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #64 / 112
1.5
Facility 1.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #83 / 112
Pine Haven Christian Communities – Oostburg
IL
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
Oostburg
36
Facility 36
WI AVG 58
Rank #116 / 161
No
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 43
Rank #64 / 196
-
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 13
Rank #45 / 129
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #95 / 134
-Pine Haven Christian Home 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
Grace Commons
IL
AL
MC
Menomonee Falls
32
Facility 32
WI AVG 58
Rank #129 / 161
Yes
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 43
Rank #132 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 13
Rank #83 / 129
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
Kristin FergeCapri Communities LLC2
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 112
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #64 / 112
1.5
Facility 1.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #83 / 112
Heritage Lake Country
IL
AL
MC
Hartland
46
Facility 46
WI AVG 58
Rank #102 / 161
No
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 43
Rank #69 / 196
-
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 13
Rank #65 / 129
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
-Hsl 15 LLC3
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 112
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #35 / 112
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #38 / 112
Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Platteville
IL
AL
MC
Platteville
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 58
Rank #146 / 161
No
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 43
Rank #169 / 196
Studio-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
Sue WhiteSienna Crest Assisted Living 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
Brookdale Middleton Century Ave
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Middleton (Middleton Hills)
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 58
Rank #142 / 161
Yes
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 43
Rank #35 / 196
Studio
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 13
Rank #14 / 129
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #84 / 134
Dawn KussowBrookdale Senior Living Communities Inc4
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 112
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 12
Rank #89 / 112
3.5
Facility 3.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #107 / 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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Pine View Terrace

404 County Rd R, Black River Falls, WI 54615
Overview of Pine View Terrace

Pine View Terrace offers assisted living and independent living in Black River Falls, Wisconsin. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment, whereas independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Both care levels are available here, so Pine View Terrace may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs may change over time. The community has 36 beds, and rehabilitation therapy is available for residents who need it. Jackson Pine View Healthcare operates Pine View Terrace. A Walk Score of 52 is considered somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain nearby trips independently.

Contact Pine View Terrace

Overview of Willow Brooke Point Senior Living Rcac

Willow Brooke Point Senior Living Rcac offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Stevens Point, WI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since the resident can move between care levels without leaving the community. The home has 36 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. An on-site salon and barber lets residents arrange grooming within the community, while fitness classes and a gym provide places for exercise. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet at the community.

A Walk Score of 77 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Willow Brooke Point Senior Living Rcac is operated by Stevens Point Senior Living.

Contact Willow Brooke Point Senior Living Rcac

Overview of Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center

Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Madison, WI. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The range of care levels supports residents whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level may not require leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 100 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 31 minutes per resident per day, meaning each resident is assigned that amount of daily hands-on nursing time.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Rehabilitation services, including short-term rehabilitation, support recovery-focused care for a resident who needs a temporary stay, while a pool, salon, spa, fitness classes, musical performances, and the Memory Keepers wellness program offer specific on-site options for exercise, grooming, recreation, and memory-focused activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet with them, and Becky Balousek serves as the administrator.

Contact Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center

Overview of Laurel Oaks Senior Living

Set amidst the beautiful setting of Glendale, WI, Laurel Oaks Senior Living is an inspiring senior living community that offers various senior living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care. Choose from a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that provide an inviting and cozy space for hosting friends and family. Licensed nurses are on-site 24/7 to provide round-the-clock supervision.

Fostering a vibrant living experience, the community conducts a wide range of leisure and social activities 7 days a week. Encouraging residents to preserve their cognitive abilities and learn new skills, the community offers plenty of lifelong learning opportunities through guest speakers, fine arts programs, and educational series. Nutritionally balanced meals and coffee bar/snacks available 24 hours a day, provide residents with the energy to take on a thrilling daily life.

Price range $4,375 - $5,375/Month

Contact Laurel Oaks Senior Living

Overview of Howard Village Senior Living

Howard Village Senior Living is a respected senior living community in St. Francis, WI, offering a range of living options for seniors, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care. The community provides its residents with a nurturing environment through its wide selection of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Understanding that residents have varying needs at different stages of their lives, the community provides personalized and flexible care plans.

Ensuring residents stay well-supported throughout their entire aging journey, the community offers 24-hour licensed supervision by a dedicated and well-trained licensed nurse. Residents never run out of things to do with a daily calendar of activities, variety of enrichment programs, and lifelong learning opportunities. With registered dietician consultation, balanced meals and special diets, as well as coffee bar/snacks available 24 hours a day, residents are sure to enjoy a delectable dining experience.

Price range $4,165 - $4,755/Month

Contact Howard Village Senior Living

Overview of Pine Haven Christian Communities – Oostburg

Pine Haven Christian Communities, Oostburg offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Oostburg, WI. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Hospice care supports residents at the end of life, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Supported Independent Living is a named program for residents who need support while living as independently as possible.

Because the community offers several types of care, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time and who may be able to remain within the same community. With 36 beds, Pine Haven Christian Communities, Oostburg is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Therapy services and rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to treatment aimed at recovery or maintaining function through the community’s services. A Walk Score of 56 is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives has some opportunity to get out independently.

Pine Haven Christian Home operates the community.

Contact Pine Haven Christian Communities – Oostburg

Grace Commons

W195N9550 Rolling Mdw Cir, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Overview of Grace Commons

The sister home of The Gables of Germantown, Grace Commons in Menomonee Falls, provides a comfortable community in their independent living, assisted living, and memory care living options. The luxurious retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. They hope residents discover many possibilities where anything can happen at the premier residence in the city.

As a Capri senior living community, residential living at Grace Commons offers specific care plans for each unique individual but with the same purpose of ensuring comfort and stability. Amenities and services extend to all living options, such as an outdoor courtyard, dining in the restaurant-style dining room, grand lounge areas, well-lit recreational areas, a library, a chapel, and heated underground parking.

Price range $2,160 - $3,050/Month

Contact Grace Commons

Overview of Heritage Lake Country

Heritage Lake Country is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community in Hartland, WI. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With several care levels in one community, Heritage Lake Country may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Respite care is also available for short stays rather than only long term residence.

Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts are available. A studio provides a single private space, while a two bedroom option allows a couple or companion to live together. The community has 46 beds, making it a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another, and HSL 15 operates Heritage Lake Country.

Starting monthly prices are $3,395 for independent living, $5,495 for assisted living, $6,395 for enhanced assisted living, and $6,595 for memory care; rates vary by the care level selected. A salon and spa allow residents to receive grooming services on site, while the pool provides a place for water based recreation without leaving the community. The patio includes a fire pit and gas grills, giving residents an outdoor area for sitting and grilling. An on site restaurant includes one meal a day, so residents have a meal provided at the community.

A Walk Score of 52 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, certain outings may be completed independently.

$5,495/Month

Contact Heritage Lake Country

Overview of Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Platteville

Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Platteville is a 20-bed senior community on Bear’s Court in Platteville, Wisconsin. Operated by Sienna Crest Assisted Living Inc. under administrator Sue White, the single-story building provides studio apartments that integrate independent living, assisted living, and memory care services under one roof.

The community currently runs at full capacity with all 20 beds occupied. Residents receive daily personal care, housekeeping, meals, and scheduled recreational activities. The surrounding Grant County neighborhood carries a walk score of 11, indicating a car-dependent location where most off-site trips and errands require a vehicle.

Families who prefer the quiet setting of a smaller residential home over a campus-style community can contact the facility directly to discuss waitlist opportunities and future vacancies.

Price range $4,700 - $6,700/Month

Contact Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Platteville

Overview of Brookdale Middleton Century Ave

Brookdale Middleton Century Ave, located near Madison, Wisconsin, offers an assisted living experience tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. This community provides the care and support residents require, allowing them to focus on enjoying life’s meaningful moments. At Brookdale Middleton Century Ave, residents can receive assistance with daily tasks like dressing, medication management, and household chores, freeing them up to pursue their passions. Whether it’s gardening with grandchildren or revisiting a beloved hobby, the community’s personalized approach empowers residents to live life on their own terms.

The community’s robust amenities, including a library, beauty salon, and landscaped grounds, provide ample opportunities for residents to stay active and engaged. The daily activity calendar is filled with wellness classes, social events, and cultural outings, ensuring that every day is enriching. Residents can also savor delicious, chef-inspired meals in the elegant dining room, with the option to provide input on menu planning. With 24/7 staff availability and the inclusion of most utilities and maintenance in the service rate, Brookdale Middleton Century Ave offers a carefree retirement experience.

Starting Price $5,680/Month

Contact Brookdale Middleton Century Ave

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.