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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. 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.
New Perspective Senior Living | Waukesha
IL
AL
MC
Waukesha (Village Of Waukesha)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 58
Rank #57 / 161
Yes
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 43
Rank #122 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 13
Rank #31 / 129
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #122 / 134
Ryan NocaczykWaukesha Ops LLC18
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 4
Rank #112 / 112
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 12
Rank #111 / 112
2.8
Facility 2.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #101 / 112
Reflections at Moraine Ridge
IL
AL
MC
Green Bay (Schmitt Park)
30
Facility 30
WI AVG 58
Rank #132 / 161
Yes
25
Facility 25
WI AVG 43
Rank #136 / 196
1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 13
Rank #74 / 129
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #99 / 134
Michael KleinMoraine Ridge LLC4
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #44 / 112
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #64 / 112
0.8
Facility 0.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #62 / 112
Harbour Village
IL
AL
MC
Greendale
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 58
Rank #77 / 161
Yes
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 43
Rank #50 / 196
-
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 13
Rank #91 / 129
94.2%
Facility 94.2%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #25 / 134
-Lcs Greendale LLC6
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 112
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #35 / 112
0.2
Facility 0.2
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #36 / 112
Brookdale Sun Prairie
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Sun Prairie (Renstone)
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 58
Rank #146 / 161
Yes
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 43
Rank #105 / 196
Studio
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 13
Rank #14 / 129
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #99 / 134
Dawn KussowBrookdale Senior Living Communities Inc9
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #44 / 112
21
Facility 21
WI AVG 12
Rank #102 / 112
2.3
Facility 2.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #92 / 112
Arbor View Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Burlington
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 58
Rank #160 / 161
Yes
25
Facility 25
WI AVG 43
Rank #136 / 196
Studio
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 13
Rank #74 / 129
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #67 / 134
Michael AndersonArhc Avburwi01 Trs LLC C/O Healthcare Trust Inc3
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #71 / 112
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #64 / 112
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #66 / 112
Cardinal View Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Middleton (Northside)
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 58
Rank #140 / 161
No
30
Facility 30
WI AVG 43
Rank #127 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 13
Rank #96 / 129
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #78 / 134
Thomas PientkaCardinal View Senior Living Inc2
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 112
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #48 / 112
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #66 / 112
Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Marshall
IL
AL
MC
Marshall
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 58
Rank #146 / 161
No
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 43
Rank #172 / 196
Studio-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
Sue WhiteSienna Crest Assisted Living Inc3
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #24 / 112
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #48 / 112
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #55 / 112
Drumlin Reserve
IL
AL
MC
Cottage Grove
70
Facility 70
WI AVG 58
Rank #45 / 161
Yes
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 43
Rank #151 / 196
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 13
Rank #120 / 129
37.1%
Facility 37.1%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #129 / 134
-Chiara Housing And Services Inc1
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
The Residence at Oshkosh
IL
AL
MC
Oshkosh
32
Facility 32
WI AVG 58
Rank #129 / 161
Yes
45
Facility 45
WI AVG 43
Rank #91 / 196
Studio / Studio Deluxe
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 13
Rank #96 / 129
-Jonathan LittOshkosh Wi Al LLC1
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
Clement Manor Inc
IL
AL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Greenfield
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 58
Rank #99 / 161
No
41
Facility 41
WI AVG 43
Rank #102 / 196
-
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 13
Rank #69 / 129
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #18 / 134
-Clement Manor Inc8
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 112
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #71 / 112
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #47 / 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 New Perspective Senior Living | Waukesha

Situated in the heart of Waukesha, WI, the New Perspective Waukesha is a trusted senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Warming and spacious accommodations are available based on residents’ preferences. Known for its mantra of putting hospitality in the front and center, this community offers a round-the-clock on-site and on-call nurse, along with a trained and dedicated team, to attend to the needs of its residents. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions are provided with an on-site care team, daily nutritional support, and immediate care.

The community is dedicated to fostering a lively and vibrant environment wherein residents can enjoy an in-apartment washer/dryer, cafe & pub, library, warm-water pool, dance hall, fitness center, and on-site OT/PT services. Eat delightful and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Have fun watching in a movie theater and engaging in diverse social activities. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with the New Perspective Waukesha.

Starting Price $2,464/Month

Contact New Perspective Senior Living | Waukesha

Overview of Reflections at Moraine Ridge

Reflections at Moraine Ridge offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Green Bay, WI. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community or starting over socially. Reflections at Moraine Ridge is in the Schmitt Park neighborhood and has 30 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Some beds are unoccupied, as reflected by the 60% occupancy rate.

One bedroom and two bedroom homes are available. A two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together, while a one bedroom layout provides a single bedroom home. Monthly rates range from $5,800 to $6,000, giving families a recurring charge range for budgeting.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet at the community. Michael Klein serves as administrator, and Moraine Ridge operates the community. The home may be a good fit for someone who wants the option to move between independent living, assisted living, and memory care as needs change.

Price range $5,800 - $6,000/Month

Contact Reflections at Moraine Ridge

Overview of Harbour Village

Harbour Village offers three care types in Greendale, WI. They cover independent living, assisted living, and memory care, and LCS Greendale LLC operates the community.

Independent living provides a private home and community services but leaves daily care out. Assisted living goes further and helps with bathing, medication, and dressing. Memory care supervises residents with a risk of wandering inside a secured setting, and having all three levels together means growing needs do not require a move to another community.

With 52 beds, Harbour Village is a smaller home where staff and residents can get to know one another. Respite care is there for a short period while a regular caregiver travels or recuperates.

At 63 on Walk Score, the setting is somewhat walkable, and some errands are within walking distance. A resident moving in can bring a pet too, since pets are allowed.

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Overview of Brookdale Sun Prairie

Operating for 28 years, Brookdale Sun Prairie is a nursing home along Broadway Drive in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. Operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities Inc. under the administration of Dawn Kussow, it accommodates up to 20 residents and currently serves 12, reflecting a 60% occupancy rate. This pet-friendly community also features studios in a single-story setting.

In addition to 24-hour nursing care and assistance with daily activities, the community offers respite care, continuing care services, and at-home care programs to support changing needs over time. Yoga sessions, bingo, trivia games, gardening in the enclosed courtyard, and opportunities to cook in the community kitchen are also conducted. Restaurant-style dining features healthy menu options, while amenities such as a beauty and barber shop, landscaped walking paths, a piano, and secure outdoor garden areas enhance comfort and recreation.

The community’s neighborhood is also relatively walkable, with a walkability score of 39, suggesting that only a few amenities can be reached on foot. Moreover, its smaller size promotes familiarity among residents and the care team, allowing a more individualized approach to care.

Starting Price $4,790/Month

Contact Brookdale Sun Prairie

Overview of Arbor View Senior Living

Arbor View Senior Living offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Burlington, WI. Nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. 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, and respite care offers a short stay when a regular caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Multiple care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without leaving the community. With 10 beds, Arbor View Senior Living is a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Studio apartments provide one private living space, and monthly rates range from $6,200 to $7,400.

Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to move in with a pet. Arbor View Senior Living opened in 1964, and rehabilitation services and short term rehab provide temporary care and therapy during recovery. Michael Anderson serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Arhc Avburwi01 Trs C/O Healthcare Trust.

Price range $6,200 - $7,400/Month

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Overview of Cardinal View Senior Living

Cardinal View aims to provide a community of growth for residents to feel empowered to nurture and develop their golden years. Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care options– the community provides essential amenities and services that help with the daily living of each resident while being encouraged to live a life of independence. As a Life Spark™ senior living home, expect that Cardinal View raises the standard for luxury living.

Management encourages residents to sign up for engaging and enriching activities for a vibrant and stimulating lifestyle. Other community amenities and services include elegant dining services, a private dining room, a hair salon service, and professional ADLs– available for all residents.

Price range $5,350 - $5,550/Month

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Overview of Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Marshall

Sienna Crest Assisted Living, Marshall offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Marshall, WI. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 20 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another, although its listed occupancy is 100%, meaning all beds are occupied.

Studio apartments provide a single private living space, and monthly rates range from $5,000 to $7,000 for budgeting purposes. Sienna Crest Assisted Living opened in 1997, is administered by Sue White, and is operated by Sienna Crest Assisted Living.

Special diets include sugar-free, low salt, and low fat options. Rehabilitation services give residents access to rehabilitation support through the community.

Price range $5,000 - $7,000/Month

Contact Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Marshall

Drumlin Reserve

139 E Reynolds St, Cottage Grove, WI 53527
Overview of Drumlin Reserve

Drumlin Reserve, situated in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, accommodates independent living, assisted living, and memory care within a single location. Residents in independent living maintain private apartments without daily assistance, while those in assisted living receive support for tasks like dressing, bathing, and managing medications. A secured memory care section provides dedicated supervision designed to prevent wandering. Combining these three options on one site lets individuals adjust their level of care smoothly as their health needs change.

Chiara Housing and Services operates this 70-bed property and allows incoming residents to bring their pets.

Interested individuals exploring local care options can reach out to Drumlin Reserve to discuss current apartment openings or schedule a time to view the community.

Contact Drumlin Reserve

Overview of The Residence at Oshkosh

The Residence at Oshkosh, Wisconsin, upholds compassionate senior care, particularly independent living and memory care. Rooted in dignity and respect, the community fosters a family-like atmosphere where seniors experience a relaxing retirement in a home-like setting. Committed to excellence, the dedicated staff ensures residents receive the highest quality of care and promotes well-being and comfort through personalized services.

Residents at The Residence at Oshkosh enjoy the freedom to pursue personal interests and engage socially while receiving round-the-clock care from attentive staff.  Additionally, residents benefit from independent living amenities such as a beautiful garden, patio, well-appointed bedrooms, spacious living areas, and a communal dining room, enhancing their overall quality of life.

Price range $3,000 - $4,000/Month

Contact The Residence at Oshkosh

Overview of Clement Manor

Clement Manor offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Greenfield, WI. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, palliative care focuses on comfort, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can happen without leaving the community. Clement Manor has 47 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 4h 4m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time available per resident.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Short-term rehab is also available for a temporary recovery stay.

An on-site chapel, pastoral care, and religious services give residents access to spiritual support within the community, while the warm water therapy pool and fitness center provide places for exercise and therapy-related activity. Salon and spa services, outdoor gardens and walking spaces, the Clement Manor Life Enriched Art Gallery, Country Store, and restaurant add on-site places for personal care, leisure, shopping, and meals. A Walk Score of 41 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation to run them independently.

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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.