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Best Independent Living in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 199 independent living communities in Wisconsin using Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in WI
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Jun 2026
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199 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 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: 61The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Aspire Senior Living Oshkosh
IL
AL
MC
Oshkosh
86
Facility 86
WI AVG 61
Rank #105 / 496
No
49
Facility 49
WI AVG 42
Rank #232 / 580
1 bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
55.8%
Facility 55.8%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #335 / 406
-Hsl 17 LLCMilo Pinkerton6
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #223 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.2
Facility 0.2
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #71 / 312
Trinity Woods
IL
AL
MC
NH
Milwaukee (Mount Mary)
90
Facility 90
WI AVG 61
Rank #90 / 496
No
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 42
Rank #140 / 580
Suite
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 12
Rank #261 / 334
--Ssnd Mmu Mch Venture IncDavid Fulcher----
Oak Park Place Madison East
IL
AL
MC
NH
Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 61
Rank #67 / 496
No
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 42
Rank #201 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 12
Rank #59 / 334
-A+Becky BalousekOak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC----
Heritage Lake Country
IL
AL
MC
Hartland
72
Facility 72
WI AVG 61
Rank #148 / 496
Yes
22
Facility 22
WI AVG 42
Rank #433 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
8
Facility 8
WI AVG 12
Rank #160 / 334
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #90 / 406
-Hsl 15 LLCMilo Pinkerton3
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.3
Facility 0.3
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #75 / 312
Waunakee Valley Senior Living
IL
NH
AL
MC
Waunakee (Country Aire)
94
Facility 94
WI AVG 61
Rank #85 / 496
Yes
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 42
Rank #219 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #299 / 334
56.1%
Facility 56.1%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #334 / 406
-Ryan HoekstraAhr Waunakee Trs Sub LLC----
Pine Haven Christian Communities
IL
AL
HC
MC
PC
RC
Sheboygan Falls
105
Facility 105
WI AVG 61
Rank #59 / 496
No
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 42
Rank #357 / 580
Private Rooms
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 12
Rank #11 / 334
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #169 / 406
-Pine Haven Christian Home IncPeter Leer2
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #108 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
The Waterford at Fitchburg
IL
AL
RC
Fitchburg
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 61
Rank #152 / 496
Yes
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 42
Rank #133 / 580
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
WI AVG 12
Rank #109 / 334
--Csl West Bend LLCKirsten Hutchison2
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #59 / 312
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 312
0.5
Facility 0.5
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #95 / 312
New Perspective North Shore
IL
AL
MC
Brown Deer (North 60Th Street)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
47
Facility 47
WI AVG 42
Rank #252 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
-A+Beaver Creek Ops LLCRyan Novaczyk----
New Perspective Senior Living | West Bend
IL
AL
MC
West Bend
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
28
Facility 28
WI AVG 42
Rank #391 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #331 / 406
A+West Bend Ops LLCRyan Novaczyk9
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #278 / 312
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #246 / 312
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #213 / 312
Stair Crest
IL
AL
MC
Muskego (Tess Corners)
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 61
Rank #212 / 496
No
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 42
Rank #468 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 12
Rank #299 / 334
69.6%
Facility 69.6%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #260 / 406
-Phw Inc Dba Stair CrestKari Ajack1
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
Laurel Oaks Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Glendale (West Bender Road)
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 61
Rank #152 / 496
No
39
Facility 39
WI AVG 42
Rank #308 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #236 / 334
33.8%
Facility 33.8%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #398 / 406
-Lo Opco LLCChrsitian Cummings3
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #178 / 312
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #100 / 312
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #117 / 312
Appleton Retirement Community
IL
AL
RC
Appleton (Downtown)
104
Facility 104
WI AVG 61
Rank #62 / 496
Yes
84
Facility 84
WI AVG 42
Rank #31 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 12
Rank #202 / 334
92.3%
Facility 92.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #72 / 406
-Appleton Retirement Community,LLCRick Schaller3
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #143 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale
IL
AL
MC
Madison (Madison Yards At Hill Farms)
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 61
Rank #171 / 496
No
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 42
Rank #20 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #236 / 334
60.9%
Facility 60.9%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #312 / 406
-Madison Senior Services LLCBryan Cook1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #59 / 312
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 312
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #1 / 312
New Perspective Senior Living | Waukesha
IL
AL
MC
Waukesha (Village Of Waukesha)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 61
Rank #186 / 496
Yes
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 42
Rank #357 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #69 / 334
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #364 / 406
A+Waukesha Ops LLCRyan Nocaczyk18
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #312 / 312
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 12
Rank #298 / 312
2.8
Facility 2.8
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #249 / 312
Hart Park Square Senior Living
IL
AL
RC
Wauwatosa (River Parkway)
55
Facility 55
WI AVG 61
Rank #215 / 496
No
77
Facility 77
WI AVG 42
Rank #61 / 580
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 12
Rank #236 / 334
45.5%
Facility 45.5%
WI AVG 74.3%
Rank #370 / 406
-Hpsmld Opco LLCChristian Cummings3
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 3.8
Rank #178 / 312
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #100 / 312
0.7
Facility 0.7
WI AVG 2.0
Rank #117 / 312
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The Legacy of DeForest

6639 Pederson Crossing Blvd, Deforest, WI 53532
Overview of The Legacy of Deforest

In the very heart of Wisconsin, The Legacy of Deforest sits as an awe-inspiring and luxurious assisted living and memory care community that promises to deliver the ultimate care experience for its residents. Basked in a serene residential environment, this community offers the perfect balance of personal freedom and intentional care that guarantees a remarkable stay for its guests. The spacious, cozy, and well-appointed rooms create an inviting and warm atmosphere that residents will surely find irresistible. With the reliable emergency response system that we have in place, residents are assured of their safety at all times.

Their dedicated staff provides housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services, ensuring that residents are relieved of any mundane chores and can focus on the more enjoyable aspects of life. With seasonal menus available, seniors are spoilt for choice, and their reliable transportation services to physician, dental, therapy, specialist, and optometrist appointments take away any worries that residents may have. At The Legacy of Deforest, they create harmonious living space that perfectly reflects the tastes and preferences of their residents.

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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.

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Overview of Brookdale Sun Prairie

Nestled near Renstone Park and a short drive from Madison, Wisconsin, Brookdale Sun Prairie offers specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care tailored to the unique needs of each resident. This memory care community provides a secure and supportive environment where residents can maintain their independence and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. At Brookdale Sun Prairie, the staff is available 24/7 to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. The community’s dementia-friendly programs are designed to help preserve residents’ current abilities, empowering them to live with a sense of purpose and dignity.

Residents can engage in a continuous stream of activities, from yoga and bingo to trivia and gardening in the enclosed outdoor courtyard. The community’s robust activity calendar is curated to encourage the use of residents’ current skills and foster a warm, fulfilling life. Dining is also a highlight, with healthy and delicious menu choices, restaurant-style service, and specialized support for residents who may have difficulty with swallowing or using utensils. Brookdale Sun Prairie’s personalized approach to memory care ensures that each resident receives the compassionate care they need to thrive.

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Overview of Killarney Court – Racine

A few minutes from Burlington, Killarney Court in Racine provides a comfortable community in their independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. 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 for anything to happen at the premier residence in the city.

As a Capri senior living community, residential living at Kilarney Court 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.

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Overview of Arbor View Senior Living

Arbor View Senior Living is an elegant home built based on its residents’ convenience and comfort. The services provided and designed in the community call on its residents to expand their vibrant social lives. Management aims to raise the standard for Burlington’s assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Arbor View is one of the trusted homes in the city that many families have gone to because they have strived to embrace its residents to a senior lifestyle that has been reimagined.

As a proud Jaybird Senior Living community member, expect services to be delivered exceptionally, offering gracious amenities that make everyday living easier. A full-service salon and barbershop, outdoor common areas, spacious lounge areas, an elegant dining room with delicious meals served, enriching activities, and specialized memory care training offered.

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Overview of Emerald Bay Retirement Community

Emerald Bay Retirement Community, located in Wisconsin, is an ideal destination for assisted senior living. This picturesque community offers a serene and peaceful environment, complete with ponds, beautiful patios, and lush gardens. Residents can choose from spacious one and two-bedroom apartments, featuring cozy kitchens, well-appointed bathrooms, and convenient walk-in showers.

Within Emerald Bay, various common areas cater to a wide range of activities. Whether residents are baking delicious treats or engaging in creative crafts, there are ample opportunities for them to pursue their passions and connect with others. The community boasts a delightful bistro, a cozy fireplace, and an elegant dining room, creating spaces for socializing and enjoying meals together. With their expertise in assisted living, they ensure that residents receive the support they need to enhance their quality of life. Additionally, the community offers specialized care for seniors with diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, and colostomy care needs.

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Overview of All Saints Neighborhood

All Saints Neighborhood is a campus composed of cottages and condos for 55+ adult residents. A Christian organization that has been one of the trusted senior living communities in Madison; they have maintained a high-quality service that contributes to a secure and wonderful lifestyle.

All Saints is designed with amenities such as a private dining room and other areas for family gatherings, savory restaurant-style meals at their dining room, an arts and crafts studio for creative activities, a library, a pharmacy, a full-service salon, and scheduled transportation.

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Overview of Sienna Crest – Darlington

Ideally set in the serene Fayette Rd, Darlington, WI, Sienna Crest – Darlington is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living and independent living. 24-hour care and assistance are provided to meet residents’ ever-changing needs. The community features cozy and welcoming accommodations in various one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents can adapt to their surroundings without too much trouble.

Do the things you love with a robust calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs customized for your enjoyment and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and tastes. With the community’s beautiful amenities and top-tier services, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of West Bend

Charter Senior Living of West Bend is a top-notch assisted living community in West Bend, WI, that offers personal care, independent living, and memory care. The community also ensures older adults are well-cared for during their stay, especially with its nurturing and inviting environment. With three nutritious meals daily, housekeeping services, and an emergency call system, residents are guaranteed a maintenance-free living. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care, with all-inclusive and individualized care plans.

Light exercises, fun gatherings, and art classes are among the many activities that residents can participate in to explore new hobbies and have fun. A fitness center, a full-service salon, and beautiful gardens also ensure residents can move around and maintain wellness. Residents also have a stress-free retirement, with its ideal setting near parks and local amenities in West Bend. With its comprehensive services and dedicated amenities, this assisted living community is one of the best options for senior living in Wisconsin.

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Overview of Muskego Regency – the Lodge

Muskego Regency – the Lodge, nestled in Muskego, Wisconsin, is a distinguished senior living community specializing in Memory Care services. Designed to foster a secure and delightful haven, The Lodge boasts a distinctive country club atmosphere within its serene 32-acre campus. This picturesque setting is adorned with a private lake encircled by wildflowers and scenic walking trails, creating a wildlife and nature paradise. The Lodge prides itself on an array of amenities and services meticulously curated to support and enhance seniors’ lifestyles. Residents benefit from the presence of a professionally trained care team, ensuring a high staff-to-resident ratio. Residents enjoy a private studio apartment with electricity, water, gas, and trash utilities. The community provides a secure and dedicated environment, encompassing a sunroom, outdoor courtyard, and walking areas.

Welcoming common areas, reminiscent of a home-like kitchen, dining, and activity space, offer a communal atmosphere. Safety is a priority, reflected in features such as an emergency notification system, wayfinding cues, and emergency lighting. For culinary endeavors, the community is equipped with a dedicated HVAC system and an induction cooktop, ensuring safe cooking in the communal kitchen. Personalized care, aiding in daily activities and mobility, is a crucial focus, complemented by scheduled transportation for medical appointments, shopping, and group outings. The Lodge at Muskego Regency stands as a dedicated sanctuary committed to providing comprehensive care and a nurturing environment for its residents.

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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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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 199 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.