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Best Memory Care in Madison, WI

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 7 homes in Madison, WI

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Wisconsin Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $5,000
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $4,000–$6,500
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:5–1:8
National average: 1:6

Compare Memory Care around Madison (Metro Area)

The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.

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Oak Park Place Madison East
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 81
Rank #68 / 498
No
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 45
Rank #201 / 581
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG
Rank #58 / 330
-A+Becky BalousekOak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC----
Brookdale Madison West
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Madison (South Yellowstone Drive)
74
Facility 74
WI AVG 81
Rank #145 / 498
Yes
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 45
Rank #87 / 581
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
WI AVG
Rank #116 / 330
100.0% -Brookdale Senior Living Communities IncDawn Kussow47215.3
Attic Angel Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Middleton
66
Facility 66
WI AVG 81
Rank #166 / 498
No
63
Facility 63
WI AVG 45
Rank #140 / 581
-
28
Facility 28
WI AVG
Rank #25 / 330
77.3% A+Attic Angel PlaceKimberly Blum3120.7
Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Waunakee (Connery Cove)
64
Facility 64
WI AVG 81
Rank #172 / 498
No
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 45
Rank #478 / 581
Studio / Suite
11
Facility 11
WI AVG
Rank #116 / 330
87.5% A+Home Again Assisted Living IncMelissa Oconnor2100.0
Talamore Senior Living Sun Prairie
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Sun Prairie
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 81
Rank #427 / 498
No
41
Facility 41
WI AVG 45
Rank #296 / 581
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
WI AVG
Rank #254 / 330
100.0% -Ryan Great Lakes Sun Prairie LLCMichael Pagh77182.6
BrightStar Senior Living – Madison
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Madison
-
Facility -
WI AVG 81
No
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 45
Rank #240 / 581
-
-
Facility -
WI AVG
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Azura Memory Care
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Beloit
-
Facility -
WI AVG 81
No
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 45
Rank #468 / 581
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-
Facility -
WI AVG
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Overview of Oak Park Place Madison East

An assisted living and memory care community, Oak Park Place provides a unique accommodation for the specific needs of assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. As a community that celebrates you as an individual,  management, and staff surely promote an independent lifestyle based on their own terms. Oak Park Place residents feel more comfortable and safe in a community they trust because meaningful relationships are built in the community because the staff genuinely provides excellent care.

Oak Park Place provides an atmosphere of growth and security, ensuring that residents are able to feel comfortable in their new cozy home-like environment. A list of essential services provided for assisted living and memory care residents await them– ADLs, medication management, and stimulating activities. Skilled nursing residents are able to experience state-of-the-art technologies that boost up their recovery period. 

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Overview of Brookdale Madison West

Nestled in a stunning craftsman-style building in Madison, Wisconsin, Brookdale Madison West offers a carefree retirement experience filled with exciting activities and luxury amenities. This assisted living and memory care community is designed to provide residents with a peaceful, beautiful, and comfortable environment to thrive. Residents can enjoy spacious accommodations, beautifully appointed common areas, and a personalized service plan tailored to their needs. The community’s exquisite dining program and robust activity calendar, including fitness classes, social events, and creative pursuits, ensure that every day is filled with enrichment and engagement.

Brookdale Madison West’s signature ClareBridge program offers a person-centered approach that nurtures individual skills and supports a meaningful life. With 24/7 staff availability and proximity to top medical facilities, residents and their families can have peace of mind.
Nestled in the vibrant city of Madison, Brookdale Madison West provides easy access to the area’s natural beauty, cultural attractions, and recreational opportunities, allowing residents to fully embrace the joys of retirement.

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Overview of Attic Angel Community

Indulge in an enriching living experience with Attic Angel Community, a vibrant senior living community in Middleton, WI, offering excellent independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents thrive with comprehensive care services provided by a dependable care team available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. The community also offers recuperative stays for those needing short-term care for respite or rehabilitation, ensuring residents are provided with the care they need even as their needs change.

Committed to elevating residents’ quality of life, the community offers a broad range of programs, activities and off-campus outings for social enjoyment, intellectual stimulation, health, wellness and spirituality. Residents are provided a great selection of thoughtfully prepared meals daily that they can enjoy with the company of others in a cozy dining area or delivered right on their doorstep. Here, residents are empowered to live as independently as possible while also enjoying a high quality of life.

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Overview of Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

Home Again in Waunakee offers exceptional personal care for residents of assisted living and memory care services near Madison. The community strongly promotes independence that allows a sense of belonging for oneself in a resident-centered community– especially as a community that strives for an easy aging experience. Home again performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff.

Lifestyle at Home Again has a list of essential services including transportation, religious services, educational programs, and activities to keep them active. Other community amenities include a dining room, a fitness center, social areas, a movie theater, a full-service salon, and a library.

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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.

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Overview of Brightstar Senior Living – Madison

BrightStar Senior Living Madison provides seniors with a beautiful and quiet atmosphere to call home. This tight-knit community offers assisted living and memory care services to meet the diverse needs of its residents. With round-the-clock care, residents can feel safe and well-cared for at all times. The facility offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans that are well-lit with large windows, providing a calm and collected space for residents to relax in.

Its featured amenities are also impressive, including high-speed internet, kitchenettes, wheelchair-accessible showers, and respite stays are also offered. The facility also offers a range of housekeeping, laundry, and hairdressing services to ensure residents feel comfortable and well-cared for. Moreover, its existing outdoor common areas provide a serene and peaceful place for residents to unwind in the beauty of nature.

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Azura Memory Care

2086 Colony Ct, Beloit, WI 53511
Overview of Azura Memory Care

Azura Memory Care offers a unique blend of a loving, homelike environment with exceptional dementia care for assisted senior living. Their highly-skilled staff receives specialized training based on the Alzheimer’s Association’s Guidelines for Dignity and Azura’s exclusive MOSAIC program. This ensures residents receive personalized care plans that address their individual needs and promote dignity and well-being. Residents flourish in a warm and secure setting, with comfortable living spaces and common areas designed to evoke a sense of familiarity and comfort.

Azura Memory Care provides assisted living with memory care, including 24-hour dementia and Alzheimer’s care by a specially trained team adept at managing behavioral expressions like wandering, incontinence, and anxiety. Daily assistance with activities of daily living like bathing, dressing, and medication management ensures residents can maintain their well-being. Nutritious meals and snacks are tailored to individual needs, while housekeeping and laundry services take care of everyday chores. Azura Memory Care also collaborates with home health and hospice providers to ensure residents receive comprehensive care that meets their medical needs.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 Memory Care in Madison, WI

What is the average cost of memory care in Madison, WI?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Madison, WI is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Madison, WI?

Memory care in Madison, WI typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Madison, WI?

Memory care communities in Madison, WI typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

How many licensed memory care communities are there in Madison, WI?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 3+ (Oak Park Place, Heritage Senior Living) licensed memory care communities in Madison, WI.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Wisconsin?

Assisted living in Wisconsin supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Wisconsin Medicaid cover memory care?

Wisconsin Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Wisconsin) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.