Page 8 of Best Independent Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 203 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. 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.
Fairhaven Corporation
IL
AL
MC
Whitewater
49
Facility 49
WI AVG 58
Rank #94 / 161
No
75
Facility 75
WI AVG 43
Rank #32 / 196
-
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 13
Rank #119 / 129
53.1%
Facility 53.1%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #115 / 134
-Fairhaven Corporation1
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
Moraine Ridge Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Green Bay (Schmitt Park)
75
Facility 75
WI AVG 58
Rank #37 / 161
Yes
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 43
Rank #149 / 196
Private Rooms
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 13
Rank #49 / 129
53.3%
Facility 53.3%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #114 / 134
Michael KleinMoraine Ridge LLC Dba Moraine Ridge Senior Living8
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 4
Rank #97 / 112
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 12
Rank #93 / 112
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #89 / 112
Layton Terrace Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Greenfield
80
Facility 80
WI AVG 58
Rank #30 / 161
No
42
Facility 42
WI AVG 43
Rank #101 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 13
Rank #105 / 129
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #54 / 134
Christian CummingsLtmld Opco LLC9
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 4
Rank #105 / 112
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 12
Rank #105 / 112
3.0
Facility 3.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #104 / 112
The Waters of Pewaukee
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Waukesha (City Of Pewaukee)
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 58
Rank #155 / 161
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 43
Rank #162 / 196
Cottage / Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 13
Rank #105 / 129
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
Jonathan GlassShp Vi Wslg Pewaukee Jv LLC1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 112
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #71 / 112
4.0
Facility 4.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #108 / 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 #119 / 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
Attic Angel Place
IL
AL
MC
RC
Middleton
130
Facility 130
WI AVG 58
Rank #5 / 161
No
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 43
Rank #181 / 196
-
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 13
Rank #45 / 129
39.2%
Facility 39.2%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #128 / 134
-Attic Angel Place3
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
Eagle Point Senior Living Inc
IL
AL
MC
Appleton
65
Facility 65
WI AVG 58
Rank #52 / 161
No
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 43
Rank #141 / 196
-
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 13
Rank #68 / 129
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #74 / 134
-Eagle Point Senior Living Inc3
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 4
Rank #44 / 112
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #48 / 112
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #55 / 112
Golden Years Assisted Living Residence
IL
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Walworth
44
Facility 44
WI AVG 58
Rank #106 / 161
No
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 43
Rank #69 / 196
-
32
Facility 32
WI AVG 13
Rank #10 / 129
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #72 / 134
-Golden Years Nursing Home Inc5
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #24 / 112
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 12
Rank #76 / 112
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #66 / 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

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Overview of Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Marshall

Beautifully set near tranquil parks and local shops in Lewellen St, Marshall, WI, Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Marshall is a blissful community that offers assisted living. With its dedication to residents’ well-being, the community delivers top-tier care and assistance 24/7. Medication management, assistance with activities of daily living, and other household responsibilities are cared for, ensuring residents keep peace of mind in their golden years.

There’s no dull moment with a full calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, promoting social engagement and an active lifestyle. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to meet nutritional needs and tastes. The community strives to create a safe place for residents to make every moment of their golden years count.

Contact Sienna Crest Assisted Living – Marshall

Overview of Attic Angel Place

Attic Angel Place in Middleton, WI, provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Respite care offers a short stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to remain within the community as care needs change. The community has 130 beds, with staffing available 24 hours a day, so support is present throughout the day and night. Rehabilitation services are available for residents working to regain or maintain function.

Dining includes balanced, thoughtfully prepared meals, with options for low sodium, high fiber, diabetic, lactose restricted, fluid restricted, mechanically altered, vegetarian, renal, gluten sensitive, and thickened liquid diets. A salon and spa provide grooming and spa services within the community. Kimberly Blum serves as the director.

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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.

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Overview of Fairhaven

Fairhaven offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care provides 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 and who may be able to remain in the community as care needs change. The community has 49 beds, making it smaller in size and giving staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Therapy and rehabilitation services are available as part of the community’s offerings. A Walk Score of 75 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

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Overview of Moraine Ridge Senior Living

One of the trusted senior living communities, Moraine Ridge offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides high-quality senior care that allows seniors to stay active and maintain a level of individuality; they ensure to keep an open mind when encouraging residents to live their best life. Moraine Ridge is the ideal place for an elderly who seeks to find a community that is accepting and inviting with programs and services that celebrate each individual.

Moraine’s essential services include housekeeping and laundry, transportation, medication management, other health services, and a schedule of activities.

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Overview of Layton Terrace Senior Living

Fulfill a meaningful lifestyle with Layton Terrace Senior Living in Greenfield, WI, which provides a variety of living options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Alongside a compassionate and highly trained team, the community fosters a warm and welcoming environment to ensure seniors’ comfort and safety. Moreover, personalized care plans are crafted to provide top-tier care and assistance that best matches seniors’ needs and preferences.

Residents enjoy various activities and engaging programs that aim to keep them socially engaged and active. Mealtimes are something to anticipate with diverse dining options served to meet dietary needs and tastes. Layton Terrace Senior Living goes above and beyond to provide a safe place where seniors can rest and live their lives to the fullest.

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Overview of The Waters of Pewaukee

The Waters of Pewaukee is a highly regarded retirement community in Pewaukee, WI, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring a variety of studio to two-bedroom accommodations in a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can find a home away from home. A 24-hour emergency response, various dining options, and concierge services are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also doubles its efforts to understand residents’ unique needs and preferences to provide the best possible care.

Fitness classes, educational programs, and cultural events help residents stay active and make new friends. A dog park, beautiful courtyards, and a wellness center are among the state-of-the-art amenities available for residents’ leisure and wellness. With its convenient location near downtown Milwaukee and the Pewaukee Lakefront, the community ensures residents have easy access to their leisure and necessities. This retirement community has a wide range of services and top-notch amenities, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Wisconsin.

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Overview of Golden Years Assisted Living Residence

Golden Years Assisted Living Residence provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and skilled nursing in Walworth, WI. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Hospice care provides end-of-life support, and independent living offers private living with community services rather than daily care. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can continue within the same community.

Golden Years Assisted Living Residence opened in 1965 and has 44 beds. Golden Years Nursing Home operates the community.

Room options include semi-private suites, semi-private suites with showers, private rooms, private rooms with showers, and expanded private rooms. The semi-private options provide shared accommodations, while the private options provide an individual room; shower availability varies by room type. An on-site salon gives residents access to personal grooming within the community, and the perennial garden-patio area plus indoor and outdoor walking areas provide places for residents to spend time outside their rooms.

Residents can use the Country Kitchen with family, while the dining program includes breakfast cooked to order in a community kitchenette and a home-cooked noon meal served in the larger dining room. Rehabilitation services allow residents to receive therapy at the community rather than arranging care elsewhere. A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

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Drumlin Reserve

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

Drumlin Reserve is an active-aging community administered by Chiara Housing and Services Inc. in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Licensed in April 2025 with 70 beds, the community provides older adults in Dane County with a full continuum of care and robust lifestyle programming. Notably, the community was awarded the Best of Cottage Grove in 2025 for senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care, highlighting exceptional quality in its early operational phase.

With 26 of 70 beds occupied, the community currently operates at approximately 37% occupancy rate, which can be attributed to it being newly opened. This is also ideal for those seeking immediate placement without waitlist delays, allowing for flexibility in planning. The community has also undergone one standard inspection and one complaint-initiated visit, which is a good indicator of compliance for a recently opened community. Additionally, the most recent complaint-initiated investigation on October 29, 2025, concluded with zero findings.

Highlighting the community’s philosophy centered on active living, a well-structured lifestyle programming that encompasses social engagement and resident vitality is also provided. The community’s three-tier care model, ranging from independent living to memory care, also allows residents to stay even when their needs progress. Additionally, an events calendar is also conducted for residents’ social and physical well-being.

For a newly established community in the Madison area, Drumlin Reserve has a clean compliance record and broad availability, which appeals to those seeking flexibility in long-term planning. The community’s full continuum of care also ensures older adults can age in place and couples can stay together despite different levels of care. Its active and lively setting is also ideal for those who value social engagement without sacrificing quality. The community has also been locally recognized through the Best of Cottage Grove awards, suggesting exceptional operational standards.

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Overview of Eagle Point Senior Living

Eagle Point Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Appleton, Wisconsin. Independent living means having a private living space with community services, without daily care. Assisted living adds help with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering.

The community has 65 beds. With these three care types, Eagle Point Senior Living may suit someone whose needs range from private living to daily assistance or secured memory care. Tess Griffin serves as the director.

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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 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.