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Compare Nursing Homes around Fitchburg The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
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| Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg | - |
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.
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). | Fitchburg (Nobel Drive) | - | -
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| The Courtyard at Fitchburg – Memory Care | - |
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. | Fitchburg | 36 |
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The Courtyard at Fitchburg Memory Care is a 36-bed assisted living and memory care community operated by Fitchburg Assisted Living LLC in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, within Dane County. Licensed in August 2024, this is one of the more recent additions to the senior care landscape in the Madison area. Serving 22 residents per day, the community has a current occupancy of approximately 61%, indicating a significant availability for families planning a placement for future and immediate placement without waitlist delays.
The community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services, along with 24-hour staffing and rehabilitation options. Amenities are plentiful and include on-site dining, a garden patio, spacious common rooms, a beauty salon, a spa and bathtique, and a wellness office, all with views of McKee Farms Park. Three meals per day with varied menu selections and nutritious snacks are also provided. Focusing on physical, mental, and social engagement, the community maintains a robust daily activities calendar.
Since it opened in August 2024, the community is still in its early operational phase, which is reflected in its inspection history. Seven inspections took place over a short period, primarily complaint-initiated, resulting in four visits with findings. The most recent inspection in October 2025 recorded 30 deficiencies, which is significantly higher than the Wisconsin average of 12. Families are encouraged to carefully review the specific nature and correction status of these findings and ask about any operational or staffing adjustments made for improvement.
The Courtyard at Fitchburg is well-suited for families in the Fitchburg and greater Madison area looking for memory care or assisted living in a newer, thoughtfully appointed community with a strong amenity base. Those considering this community should weigh the attractive physical environment and programming against current compliance data and discuss improvement trajectory directly with its leadership.
Settled in the beautiful surroundings of Fitchburg, WI, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg provides compassionate rehabilitation care within a nurturing and supportive environment. Committed to delivering high-quality and personalized care, this welcoming community aims to enhance each resident’s well-being, dignity, and quality of life through innovative methods. The stylishly designed rooms are created for comfort and convenience, catering to a variety of needs and preferences.
Residents can enjoy a variety of dining options and enriching activities that support the mind, body, and spirit. With well-equipped amenities, including a cafeteria and courtyard, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg exudes warmth, energy, and vibrancy. Every moment here is thoughtfully designed to celebrate life, ensuring each resident experiences a fulfilling lifestyle in a vibrant environment.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
Operational Stability & Resident SupportThe largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:
These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.
Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:
- Nurse hours per patient per day
- Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
- Administrative stability and ownership quality
- Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:
- Year built or renovated
- Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
- Revenue per bed
- Administrator tenure
These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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