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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
Talamore Senior Living Sun Prairie
IL
AL
MC
Sun Prairie
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 58
Rank #138 / 161
No
41
Facility 41
WI AVG 43
Rank #102 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 13
Rank #105 / 129
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
Michael PaghRyan Great Lakes Sun Prairie LLC9
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 4
Rank #107 / 112
21
Facility 21
WI AVG 12
Rank #102 / 112
2.3
Facility 2.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #92 / 112
Sienna Crest Memory Care – Fort Atkinson
IL
AL
MC
Fort Atkinson
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 58
Rank #146 / 161
No
46
Facility 46
WI AVG 43
Rank #89 / 196
Studio-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #1 / 134
Sue WhiteSienna Crest Assisted Living Inc4
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 112
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #71 / 112
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #66 / 112
Willow Brooke Point Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Stevens Point
52
Facility 52
WI AVG 58
Rank #77 / 161
Yes
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 43
Rank #189 / 196
-
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 13
Rank #62 / 129
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #50 / 134
Andrew RiderStevens Point Senior Living Inc7
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 4
Rank #95 / 112
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 12
Rank #85 / 112
1.4
Facility 1.4
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #82 / 112
The Classic at Hillcrest Greens Memory Care
IL
AL
MC
Altoona
40
Facility 40
WI AVG 58
Rank #109 / 161
No
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 43
Rank #191 / 196
-
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 13
Rank #62 / 129
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #29 / 134
-The Classic At Hillcrest Greens LLC5
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #71 / 112
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #48 / 112
0.4
Facility 0.4
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #45 / 112
St Camillus
IL
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Wauwatosa
86
Facility 86
WI AVG 58
Rank #28 / 161
No
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 43
Rank #166 / 196
-
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 13
Rank #28 / 129
89.5%
Facility 89.5%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #38 / 134
-San Camillo Inc8
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 4
Rank #87 / 112
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #97 / 112
2.3
Facility 2.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #92 / 112
Ovation Jewish Home
IL
ADC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Milwaukee (Lower East Side)
102
Facility 102
WI AVG 58
Rank #16 / 161
No
88
Facility 88
WI AVG 43
Rank #7 / 196
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78.2%
Facility 78.2%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #69 / 134
Sandra ReynoldsJewish Home And Care Center Inc6
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 112
17
Facility 17
WI AVG 12
Rank #95 / 112
2.8
Facility 2.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #101 / 112
Bella Vista of Eden
IL
AL
MC
Oshkosh (Menominee South)
36
Facility 36
WI AVG 58
Rank #116 / 161
Yes
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 43
Rank #113 / 196
-
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 13
Rank #91 / 129
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #78 / 134
Maxim SteselBella Vista Senior Care LLC7
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 4
Rank #81 / 112
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #80 / 112
0.9
Facility 0.9
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #65 / 112
North Crest Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Stevens Point
27
Facility 27
WI AVG 58
Rank #136 / 161
Yes
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 43
Rank #194 / 196
-
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 13
Rank #114 / 129
74.1%
Facility 74.1%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #83 / 134
Hillel FeuermanOsl Sp Operating LLC2
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 112
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #35 / 112
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #47 / 112
Fairhaven
IL
AL
MC
Whitewater
150
Facility 150
WI AVG 58
Rank #2 / 161
No
75
Facility 75
WI AVG 43
Rank #32 / 196
-
46
Facility 46
WI AVG 13
Rank #4 / 129
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #94 / 134
-Fairhaven Corporation2
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
Eastcastle Place
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Milwaukee (Murray Hill)
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 58
Rank #154 / 161
Yes
92
Facility 92
WI AVG 43
Rank #4 / 196
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
WI AVG 75.3%
Rank #70 / 134
Tyler GudexEastcastle Place8
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 4
Rank #58 / 112
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 12
Rank #104 / 112
2.8
Facility 2.8
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #101 / 112

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Talamore Senior Living Sun Prairie

275 N City Station Dr, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Overview of Talamore Senior Living Sun Prairie

Conveniently located in the heart of Sun Prairie, WI, Talamore Senior Living Sun Prairie is a welcoming senior living community that offers a continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, enhanced care, and memory care. The community features an array of floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with plenty of natural light, new appliances, WiFi access, and 24-hour emergency response system. A dedicated care team provides round-the-clock nursing services and assists with activities of daily living to ensure residents can live their lives comfortably.

The community collaborates closely with residents, their families, and doctors in creating personalized care plans that perfectly matches their individual needs. Most of the chores like housekeeping, laundry and maintenance are handled to provide residents with more time to participate and enjoy an array of activities. An in-house professional chef curates the healthiest food choices possible based on residents’ dietary preferences and needs, to ensure they enjoy a happy and nourishing dining experience.

Price range $6,250 - $12,250/Month

Contact Talamore Senior Living Sun Prairie

Overview of Sienna Crest Memory Care – Fort Atkinson

Sienna Crest Memory Care – Fort Atkinson is a single-story community on Commonwealth Drive in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, located less than two miles from the downtown area. Managed by Sienna Crest Assisted Living Inc. under administrator Sue White, the 20-bed residential home specializes in secure care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

The community operates at full capacity and provides studio accommodations, 24-hour specialized care, daily housekeeping, and meals adjusted to residents’ dietary needs. Daily life includes structured cognitive stimulation programs and memory-enhancing activities designed specifically for seniors managing memory loss.

The neighborhood carries a walk score of 46, meaning the area is car-dependent, and most off-site errands require a vehicle. State regulatory reviews show the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, indicating consistent administrative and safety compliance.

Interested individuals seeking dedicated memory care in the Jefferson County area can reach out to the community to discuss waitlist options or coordinate a tour of the facility.

Price range $6,000 - $10,000/Month

Contact Sienna Crest Memory Care – Fort Atkinson

Overview of Willow Brooke Point Senior Living

Willow Brooke Point Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Stevens Point, WI. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living is for private living without daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 52 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Because several care levels are available, Willow Brooke Point may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time, since moving to another level of care can happen within the same community. It may also fit a family seeking both ongoing care and a short term option. Monthly rates range from $4,810 to $5,400, giving families a defined range for estimating monthly costs.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community. Andrew Rider serves as administrator, and Stevens Point Senior Living operates the community.

Price range $4,810 - $5,400/Month

Contact Willow Brooke Point Senior Living

Overview of The Classic at Hillcrest Greens Memory Care

The Classic at Hillcrest Greens Memory Care in Altoona, WI, offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps their own apartment; Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. With 40 beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other, and a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

Contact The Classic at Hillcrest Greens Memory Care

St Camillus

10101 W Wisconsin Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Overview of St Camillus

St Camillus offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, hospice care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Wauwatosa, WI. Independent living means a resident has a private living space with community services but no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Nursing home care and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. Having these care levels together may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen within the community.

St Camillus has 86 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day, meaning the figure represents the total daily nurse time assigned to each resident. San Camillo operates the community.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover 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.

Short term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services let a resident receive therapy at the community during a temporary recovery period. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Residents can attend religious services without leaving the community, and a culinary team prepares varied meals with an emphasis on healthy menu options.

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Overview of Ovation Jewish Home

Ovation Jewish Home offers nursing home, adult day care, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Milwaukee, WI. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide residential support with licensed nursing on site around the clock. Hospice care supports people at the end of life, independent living provides private living without daily care, adult day care offers daytime support without an overnight stay, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

The range of care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving between care levels can happen without leaving the community. There are 102 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5h 29m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care.

Sandra Reynolds serves as the administrator, and Jewish Home And Care Center operates the community. Short term rehabilitation and outpatient services provide therapy for recovery or ongoing treatment, while landscaped courtyards and gardens offer outdoor spaces on the property. Dining rooms overlooking Lake Michigan and the Oasis Kosher Café provide on site dining settings, and the Kohl Family Synagogue supports religious services within the community.

A beauty salon, live music, exercise classes, art classes, and social events give residents access to salon services and scheduled activities. A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs anything from independent living or daytime support to assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice, or a short respite stay, including a loved one whose care needs may change over time.

Contact Ovation Jewish Home

Overview of Bella Vista of Eden

Within Oshkosh, WI, Bella Vista of Eden stands as a testament to exceptional senior living, focusing on providing compassionate assisted living services to its residents. This esteemed community offers a nurturing environment where seniors can thrive with dignity and independence. Bella Vista of Eden features wheelchair-accessible apartments, each equipped with a private bath and kitchenette, fostering a sense of autonomy and comfort. Residents benefit from round-the-clock assistance, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times, along with specialized care services such as diabetic care, and expert medication management.

At Bella Vista of Eden, residents enjoy a variety of amenities and activities. The community provides delicious, yet nutritious meals, catering to individual nutritional needs, and offers grooming services, housekeeping, and laundry assistance, allowing residents to focus on living comfortably. The community’s commitment to enhancing residents’ lives is evident through its dedication to both physical and mental health, ensuring that seniors at Bella Vista of Eden not only receive the care they need but also experience a fulfilling and socially active retirement.

Price range $4,100 - $6,400/Month

Contact Bella Vista of Eden

Overview of North Crest Assisted Living

The sister community of Copperleaf Senior Living, North Crest, is a cozy assisted senior living place that promotes fun and relaxation in a nurturing environment. The vibrant community encourages seniors to build an active social life while not worrying about any chores to do. The tight-knit assisted living home is an enriched lifestyle centered on independence while receiving the best care.

North Crest’s management and staff have been dedicated to providing residents with healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness. Its invigorating community services include medication management, short-term stays, 24-hour availability of caregivers, transportation and housekeeping, individualized memory care services, and engaging activities. Home care services are provided upon request.

Price range $4,000 - $8,500/Month

Contact North Crest Assisted Living

Fairhaven

435 W Starin Rd, Whitewater, WI 53190-1125
Overview of Fairhaven

Fairhaven offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Independent living means having a private living space with community services but no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Several care levels are available in one community, so a resident whose needs grow may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving Fairhaven. The community has 150 beds. Respite care and short term rehabilitation can support a temporary stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, or while a resident receives rehabilitation after an illness or injury.

Therapy services are available on site. Residents can receive therapy without arranging transportation elsewhere. The area has a Walk Score of 75, meaning most errands can be completed on foot, so someone who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently. Fairhaven may be a good fit for someone who wants multiple care levels in one community as support needs change.

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Eastcastle Place

2505 E Bradford Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Overview of Eastcastle Place

Eastcastle Place is a continuing care retirement community in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care and skilled nursing. Independent living provides a private residence 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, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available here. Eastcastle Place may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community. The community has 18 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Residents can choose studio, one bedroom or two bedroom housing. The larger layouts may suit a couple moving together. Monthly rates range from $5,134 to $7,789, giving families a defined range for planning monthly costs.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Eligible residents may use Medicare, while others can pay directly. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Rehabilitation services are available through the community, so residents can receive rehabilitation as part of the care offered. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may keep a pet when moving into the community. With a Walk Score of 92, the area is a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Tyler Gudex serves as the administrator.

Price range $5,134 - $7,789/Month

Contact Eastcastle Place

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.