Page 8 of Best Memory Care in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 338 memory care providers in WI using WI Dept. of Health Services (DHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in WI
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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 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: 57The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wisconsin. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Wisconsin

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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Reena Senior Living
MC
AL
Fort Atkinson
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 57
Rank #143 / 435
No
69
Facility 69
WI AVG 44
Rank #91 / 500
-
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 12
Rank #146 / 330
31.7%
Facility 31.7%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #343 / 349
--Iconicare Of Fort Atkinson LLC3
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 309
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 309
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 309
Burr Oak Manor Inc
MC
AL
HOS
IL
PC
RC
Genoa City
33
Facility 33
WI AVG 57
Rank #331 / 435
No
51
Facility 51
WI AVG 44
Rank #201 / 500
-
30
Facility 30
WI AVG 12
Rank #22 / 330
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #301 / 349
--Burr Oak Manor Inc3
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 309
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 309
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 309
Harvest Home Assisted Living
MC
AL
Grafton
17
Facility 17
WI AVG 57
Rank #410 / 435
No
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 44
Rank #145 / 500
-
2
Facility 2
WI AVG 12
Rank #271 / 330
88.2%
Facility 88.2%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #103 / 349
-Beth PahmeierHarvest Home Senior Living Services Inc2
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 4
Rank #1 / 309
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 309
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 309
Huntington Place
MC
AL
IL
Janesville (Briar Crest)
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 57
Rank #238 / 435
Yes
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 44
Rank #451 / 500
Studio / 1 Bed
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 12
Rank #93 / 330
100.0% -Christine HudsonL & C Of Delafield Inc1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 309
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 309
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 309
Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton
MC
AL
IL
Appleton
76
Facility 76
WI AVG 57
Rank #95 / 435
Yes
10
Facility 10
WI AVG 44
Rank #451 / 500
1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 12
Rank #176 / 330
56.6%
Facility 56.6%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #294 / 349
-Mark McnearyAppleton Retirement LLC1
1
Facility 1
WI AVG 4
Rank #59 / 309
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 12
Rank #1 / 309
0.0
Facility 0.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #1 / 309
Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Madison (North Star)
100
Facility 100
WI AVG 57
Rank #46 / 435
Yes
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 44
Rank #479 / 500
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
WI AVG 12
Rank #57 / 330
25.0%
Facility 25.0%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #347 / 349
A+Becky BalousekOak Park Nursing And Rehabilitation Center LLC8
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 4
Rank #178 / 309
37
Facility 37
WI AVG 12
Rank #289 / 309
4.6
Facility 4.6
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #283 / 309
New Perspective Franklin
MC
AL
IL
Franklin (Velo Village Apartments)
60
Facility 60
WI AVG 57
Rank #143 / 435
Yes
32
Facility 32
WI AVG 44
Rank #329 / 500
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 12
Rank #61 / 330
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #279 / 349
A+Ryan NovaczykFranklin Ops LLC7
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 4
Rank #293 / 309
17
Facility 17
WI AVG 12
Rank #244 / 309
2.4
Facility 2.4
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #236 / 309
New Perspective Sun Prairie
MC
AL
IL
Sun Prairie
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 57
Rank #190 / 435
Yes
68
Facility 68
WI AVG 44
Rank #95 / 500
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
WI AVG 12
Rank #61 / 330
52.0%
Facility 52.0%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #312 / 349
A+Ryan NovaczykSun Prairie Ops LLC16
14
Facility 14
WI AVG 4
Rank #305 / 309
53
Facility 53
WI AVG 12
Rank #300 / 309
3.3
Facility 3.3
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #266 / 309
Brookdale Madison West
MC
AL
Madison
74
Facility 74
WI AVG 57
Rank #104 / 435
Yes
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 44
Rank #79 / 500
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 12
Rank #115 / 330
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #132 / 349
-Dawn KussowBrookdale Senior Living Communities Inc5
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 4
Rank #276 / 309
26
Facility 26
WI AVG 12
Rank #275 / 309
5.2
Facility 5.2
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #297 / 309
Riverview Village Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Menomonee Falls
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 57
Rank #238 / 435
No
56
Facility 56
WI AVG 44
Rank #164 / 500
-
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 12
Rank #43 / 330
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
WI AVG 75.7%
Rank #116 / 349
A+Brian HulseRiverview Village Senior Living Inc6
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 4
Rank #276 / 309
18
Facility 18
WI AVG 12
Rank #246 / 309
3.0
Facility 3.0
WI AVG 2.4
Rank #256 / 309

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Overview of Reena Senior Living

Reena Senior Living provides assisted living and memory care in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care levels can support a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 60 beds, with private and companion suites available. A private suite gives one resident an individual living space, while a companion suite may suit someone who prefers to share their living arrangement. Chef prepared meals are served daily, so residents have prepared dining within the community.

Reena Senior Living maintains a Monthly Activity Calendar and a Memory Care Activity Calendar. Residents and families can use them to see what activities are scheduled in the community and in the memory care setting. The area has a Walk Score of 69 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently. Jennifer Bratz serves as director, and Iconicare Of Fort Atkinson operates the community. Reena Senior Living may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs a supervised memory care setting.

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Overview of Burr Oak Manor

Burr Oak Manor provides assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Genoa City, Wisconsin. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort. Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care settings may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because the resident can move between care levels without leaving the community. Burr Oak Manor has 33 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Residents may choose private or shared rooms, suites, and apartments, including options for a single resident, shared living, or an apartment-style setting. A secured courtyard includes a gazebo and raised flower and vegetable gardens, giving residents an enclosed place to spend time outdoors and take part in gardening. Onsite beauty and barber services are available, along with escorted transportation to medical appointments, rehabilitation services, a doctor on staff, registered nurse health assessments and treatments, and medication management programs.

Daily activities include pet therapy, reminiscence therapy, music therapy, and a therapeutic activity program. These give residents structured ways to participate in familiar and sensory-based activities. Special diet and nutritional plans are available for residents with specific dietary needs. A Walk Score of 51 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Pamela S. Predick is the owner and director.

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Overview of Harvest Home Assisted Living

Harvest Home is dedicated to providing personalized and dignified care for seniors in a Christian family setting nestled in Grafton, Wisconsin. Committed to strengthening and encouraging residents to live purpose-filled lives, the community is licensed for both ambulatory and non-ambulatory elderly, including those with memory loss or dementia. With a focus on assisted living, Harvest Home ensures residents feel at home with practical and cozy facilities. The goal is to enrich residents’ quality of life, promoting happiness, comfort, and safety.

Harvest Home’s commitment to personalized care includes maintaining a 1:4 caregiver-to-resident ratio across all three campuses. Founder Beth Pahmeier, a certified dietitian, emphasizes nutrition with a MIND-focused diet. Certified nurses are always available, aligning with the core value of health. The community features new, well-designed facilities in Howards Grove, Mount Pleasant, and Grafton, ensuring practical layouts and tasteful design. Harvest Home promotes a purposeful assisted living lifestyle, engaging residents in cognitive and physical activities tailored to enhance overall well-being.

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Overview of Huntington Place

Overlooking the serene and refreshing neighborhood in Janesville, WI, Huntington Place is a peaceful senior living community that provides various levels of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care & Short-Term Stays. The community warrants a comfortable and vibrant environment with thoughtfully designed studios and 1 bedroom apartments, and an array of exciting recreational and social activities. A well-trained team is available to help residents thrive and stay engaged, complemented with 24/7 front desk concierge and nursing assistance.

Residents can leave the endless chores and to do list behind with weekly housekeeping, linen services, and maintenance handled. Activities, such as arts & crafts, bingo, barbecues, happy hours and live entertainment, helps residents make the most of their time, have fun and make new friends. The community also provides a wealth of amenities, including a beauty salon, library, physical therapy, and restaurant-style dining featuring delicious and healthy meals to ensure residents stay nourished.

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Overview of Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton

Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton is one of the city’s best independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities. The senior living home programs and activities help individuals develop an active lifestyle and hassle-free living while maintaining independence. Holistic wellness is the goal of the dedicated team of professionals; they ensure that the vibrant home-like atmosphere presents a feeling that elevates their daily living.

Community features include a billiards room, a computer lounge, a chapel, a library, a salon, and a quiet area. Services include handicapped-accessible features, housekeeping, an emergency response system, and washer/dryer hookups.

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Overview of Oak Park Nursing & Rehab Center

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 New Perspective Franklin

A branch of the New Perspective Senior Living group, New Perspective Franklin caters to independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents. New Perspective Franklin is relatively new, just a few years when they opened; and ever since, they have been known for their life enriching programs that are administered by their professional staff. The upscale community understands the importance of celebrating individuals, which is why they do their best in ensuring that each and every resident is provided with comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs. New Perspective Franklin prides itself on being a warm and welcoming community that beams a vibrant and delightful atmosphere.

New Perspective Franklin has standardized amenities that are thoughtfully-designed to include in the development of the building. To name a few of their amenities include a pub, cafe, swimming pool, and a fitness center. As for the apartments of each resident, it is designed with granite countertop of the center islands, stainless steel appliances, and washer and dryer included– these are essentially catered for independent living residents. Assisted living and memory care residents essentially are taken care of by the nursing staff; ready to attend to any needs one may have. Management and staff also provide enriching and engaging activities for seniors to take part in. The current residents are mostly local, having more women to men ratio; whose ages are about 60 to 90-years-old. New Perspective Franklin provides a vibrant new social life that is why they encourage residents to engage in activities. 

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Overview of New Perspective Sun Prairie

Spend a wondrous retirement with the distinct senior living community of New Perspective Sun Prairie in the harmonious neighborhood of South Bristol Street, Sun Prairie, WI, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Surround yourself with a vibrant and welcoming residence in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans for optimum relaxation and safety. Working closely with the residents, the community doubles its efforts to carefully craft a care plan that best matches their needs and preferences.

Reach your full potential and experience a meaningful lifestyle through engaging activities and exciting events. Healthy and tasty meals are served to satisfy nutritional needs and preferences. New Perspective Sun Prairie is ideal for seniors seeking solace in their golden years with its world-class amenities and serene spaces.

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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 Clare Bridge 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 Riverview Village Senior Living

Located in Menomonee, Riverview Village is one of the trusted senior assisted living communities that enhances the standard of living for seniors near Germantown. Residential living is based on unique personalized care plans that provide residents with healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness. Riverview Village offers an unmatched level of care for seniors in the charming city.

The assisted living home offers comprehensive services that focus on enhancing and enriching the daily living of its residents 24/7. These include engaging programs, social activities, chef-inspired meals, maintenance, and housekeeping services. Amenities include a library, courtyards, a recreational room, an outdoor pool, and a patio.

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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 Memory Care in Wisconsin

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.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 338 memory care communities in Wisconsin. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.