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Our editorial team analyzed 197 nursing homes in WI using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in WI
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (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.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Wisconsin average is: 59.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$8.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$4.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
55.9%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$6.7M*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$3.5M*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
52.6%*Fiscal year ending 01/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other WI nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 197 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Brain Injury Rehabilitation runs as a named program at Green Bay Health Services, a 125-bed nursing home in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Relearning how to manage a morning is different work from rebuilding leg strength, and it needs help from people with certain specializations and training. Home Health and Hospice are the other named programs, with rehabilitation services listed separately.
Nursing time comes to 3 hours and 29 minutes per resident, per day, spread across the day as an average figure. That number measures hands-on nursing and nothing else. Staff are in the building 24 hours, and a doctor is on-staff as well.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all reach the bill. Medicare covers the weeks right after a hospital discharge, and then it stops. A resident admitted for rehab and still in the building eight months later is on Medicaid by then.
Skilled nursing here covers ongoing medical support and long stays alike. Kristin Molsk is the administrator. Nsh Green Bay runs the operation.
Five hours and 24 minutes of nursing time reaches each resident on an average day at Oak Park Place of Janesville. That is an average spread across the building, not a block of time set aside for one room.
Independent living here comes with community services and no daily care attached. Assisted living adds the help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is secured and supervised, which matters once wandering turns into a real risk rather than a worry. Skilled nursing keeps licensed nursing on site through the night.
Four care levels in one place in Janesville, Wisconsin means a resident whose needs grow can stay put. 35 beds keeps the building small, small enough that staff and residents actually learn one another. Lori Schlais is the administrator.
Medicare and private pay are the two routes. Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a qualifying hospital stay, and private pay means the family covers the bill directly. Rehabilitation services run on site, and pets are allowed, so the therapy schedule and the family dog can coexist.
Steeped in a rich heritage that spans over a century, the Odd Fellow Rebekah Home Association has nurtured a thriving community where the well-being of residents takes center stage. With a comprehensive range of services that encompass skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, restorative care, and assisted living in 20 private apartments designed to foster independence, they empower individuals to embrace life to the fullest. Since their inception in 1889, the association has cultivated a compassionate environment that puts the holistic welfare of each resident at the heart of their mission. From advanced IV therapy and diabetic management to personalized rehabilitation programs, they leave no stone unturned in their quest for excellence. With an unwavering commitment to providing the finest care, their passionate team leverages state-of-the-art technology and collaborates with select rehabilitation experts to deliver superlative results. Furthermore, the association’s dedicated culinary experts craft therapeutic diets that cater to individual nutritional requirements, nurturing both physical health and emotional well-being. Within their premises, residents can also avail themselves of on-site beauty and barbershop services, indulging in moments of pampering and rejuvenation. Such gestures of care further contribute to the nurturing environment of the home.
Meadowbrook at Oconto Falls offers a high standard of quality skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents; they are guaranteed to rejuvenate and recover in a safe and comfortable environment. Meadowbrook at Oconto Fallas does its best to ensure everyone can thrive in a home that gets to know its residents and empowers them to embrace a new chapter in their lives.
Specializing in long-term care and short-term rehabilitation, its comprehensive medical programs help boost a speedy recovery. These include respiratory care, cardiac rehab, dietician help, hospice care, and 24/7 nursing services.
Dove Healthcare – Superior is a skilled nursing home with 118 beds. It is located at 1800 New York Ave. in Superior, Wisconsin. The community is for residents who require short-term rehabilitation or ongoing nursing care. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families have several ways to avail coverage. With an average resident stay of 226 days, the facility supports both post-acute recovery and longer-term residents.
The home usually admits residents with complex, medically intensive cases. Its spectrum of services includes rehabilitation services, ventilator and tracheostomy care, wound management, and end-of-life care. It is well-equipped to serve residents with substantial clinical needs. Nurse staffing averages roughly 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident each day, supported by registered nurses, nursing aides, and LPN/LVN staff, providing a solid foundation of hands-on care.
The facility is located in Superior’s very walkable downtown, with a walkability score of 85 out of 100. Families planning to visit can handle most nearby errands on foot and reach local services without a car. That accessibility may be convenient for relatives who plan to visit regularly or for residents and staff who need to accomplish daily tasks.
Families considering Dove Healthcare should schedule a tour of the facility to see how the home manages daily life and coordinates the specialized care for its residents. The facility’s focus on complex nursing support is best for seniors who have recently been hospitalized or have conditions requiring 24-hour skilled care.
Overview of Serenity Spring Senior Living at Scandia Village
Serenity Spring Senior Living at Scandia Village offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, hospice care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Sister Bay, Wisconsin. The range may suit a resident whose needs change over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care needs grow. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks.
Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care address end of life and comfort focused needs, including care centered on comfort when treatment is no longer the main goal.
The community has 50 beds, placing it in the mid sized range rather than clearly at either a small or large community scale. Its Long Term Care & Post Acute Rehab program includes rehabilitation services for residents receiving ongoing care or recovering after a hospital stay. A doctor is on staff, and 24 hour staffing is available.
Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 29 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nursing time assigned per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Katherine Casey serves as administrator, and Sister Bay Snf Opco operates the community. A Walk Score of 44 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.
Abbotsford Health Care Center offers exceptional care and compassion in the beautiful Wisconsin. This award-winning skilled nursing facility is renowned for its intimate, close-knit environment, fostering a sense of community and belonging. As a proud member of the Bedrock Healthcare family, Abbotsford Health Care Center excels in delivering top-notch clinical excellence. They offer comprehensive programs, ranging from short-term rehabilitation and wound care to long-term nursing and dementia care. Here, the focus extends far beyond physical health, encompassing mental and emotional well-being.
What sets this community apart is its remarkable team, a dedicated ensemble of medical directors, skilled practitioners, specialized therapists, and compassionate caregivers. Notably, Abbotsford Health Care Center stands out as one of the few facilities in the area equipped with a dedicated dementia unit, ensuring individuals with memory impairment feel secure under their customized care plans.
Eden Meadows is a compassionate nursing home in Oshkosh, WI, that focuses on rehabilitation. With its nurturing environment, the community ensures older adults are comfortable during their stay. Recreational programs, therapy services, and skilled nursing are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. Dedicated to residents’ full recovery, the community follows exceptional standards of care to ensure they can return home without worries.
Spiritual services, social programs, and various games for leisure and wellness provide residents with more opportunities to learn and connect with peers of the same age. Here, residents have plenty of amenities they can utilize, including a spa room with a whirlpool tub, a well-maintained garden, and a spacious outdoor patio. With its ideal location in the quiet residential area of Oshkosh, residents experience a stress-free retirement. As a Miravida Living community, this nursing home is a trusted choice for rehabilitation in Wisconsin.
Grand View Care Center is a skilled nursing home in Blair, Wisconsin, offering a care mix that includes nursing home, assisted living, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing services in Trempealeau County. The community is operated by Grand View Care Center Inc. and is administered by Leah Steele. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term care.
The center has 50 beds and runs close to full, with an occupancy rate around 90 percent. Residents here tend to stay for extended periods, with an average length of stay of about 1,389 days, which points to Grand View functioning primarily as a long-term care setting rather than a short-stay rehab stop.
Nursing staff average about 4 hours and 15 minutes of hands-on care per resident each day, a substantial part of daily life for residents who need ongoing support. The facility also offers rehabilitation services for residents recovering from illness or injury. Meals are served in a full-kitchen dining room, and an active Resident Council gives residents a regular voice in discussions about care quality and facility policies.
State inspections conducted by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance, have most often centered on resident safety and documentation practices, with recurring themes around fall prevention, pressure-injury care, medication handling and storage, and timeliness of required reporting procedures. Families touring the community may want to ask staff how these areas are managed day to day.
Grand View sits in Blair, a small community in Trempealeau County, in a setting that scores 31 out of 100 for walkability. Some nearby errands may be reachable on foot, but most trips in the area will call for a car, which is typical of this kind of rural setting.
Overview of Suring Health and Rehabilitation Center
Suring Health & Rehabilitation Center is guided by a mission to provide a haven where individuality and unique care needs are embraced. Located in Suring, Wisconsin, this assisted living community’s devoted and skilled caregivers are committed to delivering specialized services, including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care options.
Suring Health & Rehabilitation Center offers an array of personalized care choices, empowering seniors to enjoy their golden years. With a focus on holistic well-being, Suring Health & Rehabilitation Center extends an inclusive range of therapy and care programs designed to address various post-acute challenges. Seasoned therapists employ cutting-edge equipment and techniques to facilitate residents’ seamless transition to independent living arrangements. Rooted in a deep commitment to enhancing lives, Suring Health and Rehabilitation stands as a beacon of support and empowerment, embracing senior residents’ unique stories as they embark on their path to well-rounded living.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wisconsin. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating:3.6/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wisconsin. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average:3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Wisconsin. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Wisconsin
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Wisconsin?
Assisted living in Wisconsin is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Wisconsin Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Wisconsin Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 197 nursing homes in Wisconsin. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
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