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Our editorial team analyzed 195 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.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
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 195 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Center
Conveniently located in South Range, WI, Middle River Health & Rehabilitation Center is an outstanding nursing home that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. The community also provides personalized care to help residents recover with ease and enrich their living experiences. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted to ease financial burdens.
Themed celebrations, light exercises, and plenty of recreational activities are also conducted to ensure residents live actively and remain socially connected. Accessible communal spaces and state-of-the-art amenities are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by this nursing home’s nurturing environment and high-quality services.
Edenbrook of Oshkosh is a skilled nursing facility located in Oshkosh, WI. Though focused in providing skilled nursing services, Edenbrook of Oshkosh provides residents with a sense of home, offering complimentary cable TV, Wi-Fi, and phone service, creating a connected environment where residents can stay in touch with their loved ones. The community also boasts private rehab suites and an outdoor courtyard, providing a serene atmosphere for relaxation and recovery. With 24/7 nursing care, physician services, and outdoor patio access, residents can enjoy peace of mind and a sense of security. Additionally, residents benefit from laundry services and access to a well-equipped library, fostering both convenience and intellectual engagement.
Edenbrook of Oshkosh also puts importance in culinary experience, offering on-site registered dieticians and customizable menus that cater to individual preferences and dietary needs. Residents enjoy chef-inspired meals crafted for both taste and nutrition, ensuring a delightful dining experience. In-room dining service is available, allowing residents to savor delicious and healthy meal options from the comfort of their own space. Transportation services further enhance residents’ mobility, allowing them to participate in community events and outings. Edenbrook of Oshkosh also offers engaging activities such as arts and crafts, banking services, pet visitation, and beauty salon/spa services, fostering social connections and overall well-being.
Rocky Knoll Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility in Plymouth, WI, offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Owned and operated by Sheboygan County, the center is set in a peaceful rural location and can accommodate up to 149 residents. With supportive amenities, enrichment opportunities, memory care, and end-of-life services, Rocky Knoll offers a compassionate environment that focuses on comfort and well-being. Backed by strong community support, Rocky Knoll remain committed to helping each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Recreational programs, social events, and wellness-focused activities at Rocky Knoll provide residents with opportunities for appropriate social interaction and meaningful daily structure. With paved walking paths, wooded biking trails, and spacious courtyards, there are comfortable outdoor areas available for fresh air and relaxation. Rocky Knoll’s setting offers a peaceful environment surrounded by Plymouth’s natural scenery. As a trusted skilled nursing community serving Sheboygan County for 100 years, Rocky Knoll remains committed to delivering consistent, high-quality care and services that support the health, comfort, and well-being of older adults.
Four Winds Manor is a privately owned nursing facility located in Verona, Wisconsin. It’s a highly rated and operated skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living facility that strives to provide exceptional care and treatment to its residents. With a variety of living arrangements, Four Winds Manor encourages its residents to maintain their autonomy while still involving their families and friends in their lives.
The facility provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with 24-hour care, comfortable private and semi-private accommodations, and individualized care planning. Regular health assessments, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also available. A registered dietitian is present to ensure that each resident receives a well-balanced meal plan that meets their dietary needs. At Four Winds Manor, they believe that seniors should have the freedom to live their lives on their terms. They create a resident-centered environment where they actively listen to the resident’s needs and preferences, working to help them achieve maximum functionality and independence.
Milwaukee Catholic Home has been on N Prospect Ave in Milwaukee’s Northpoint neighborhood since 1913. Run by a church and administered by Kate Gerou, it’s part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community, which means residents can move between levels of care, nursing home, independent living, assisted living, and memory care, without switching organizations entirely.
The building itself is a two-story, 107-bed facility with one and two-bedroom layouts running 569 to 1,174 square feet. It’s nearly full: 96 of those 107 beds are occupied, putting occupancy at 89 percent. Monthly rates span $1,140 to $5,570 depending on the level of care, and the neighborhood earns a Walk Score of 83, solidly walkable by most standards.
Total nursing care averages 6 hours and 28 minutes per resident, per day, a substantial number in this field. Most residents here are on short-term rehab stays, and Medicare covers the majority of new admissions, though Medicaid and private pay are accepted too. The facility also runs a state-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site, plus transportation services and fitness and recreation programming.
More than a century of continuous operation, a heavy staffing ratio, and a short-stay rehab focus: that combination points to a facility built less around long-term custodial care and more around getting people through recovery and back home, with real clinical muscle behind it while they’re there.
The Pavilion at Glacier Valley delivers skilled nursing, long-term nursing home care, hospice support, and respite stays in Slinger, Wisconsin. Clinical programs feature on-site rehabilitation services, IV therapy, and structured pain management programs. Short-term respite options allow temporary relief for family caregivers, while discharge planning and resource assistance guide residents through the transition back home.
Thi of Wisconsin operates this 106-bed center at Hartford under the direction of administrator Dawn Gordon. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours and 17 minutes per resident throughout the facility. Amenities include restaurant-style dining options and outdoor picnic spaces for residents to enjoy. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment.
Prospective representatives can contact The Pavilion at Glacier Valley to learn about admission procedures, tour the campus grounds, or discuss clinical care capabilities.
Aria at Mitchell Manor offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care in West Allis, WI. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having these care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move.
With 50 beds, Aria at Mitchell Manor is in the smaller-community range, where staff and residents can get to know each other. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available through the community’s rehabilitation services, so residents can receive these therapies as part of their care.
Customized nutrition and restaurant-style dining provide meals planned around individual nutritional needs in a restaurant-style format. The beauty salon and spa offer on-site personal-care services. A Walk Score of 56 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted; Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay. Erick Knudtson serves as the administrator, and a doctor is on staff.
Christian Home Care and Rehab Center in Waupun, Wisconsin, offers skilled nursing, hospice, palliative support, and short-term respite care. Physical recovery programs encompass short-term rehabilitation and post-acute care, while palliative and hospice services emphasize comfort for residents managing serious health conditions. Respite admissions provide temporary stays to give primary family caregivers time away.
Operating with 50 beds, the community functions under the leadership of administrator Lauren Fetrow. Nursing staff provides an average of 4 hours and 35 minutes of direct daily care per resident. Life enrichment options include fitness classes, group social events, educational workshops, and organized community outings. Residents also have access to dietitian-approved, restaurant-style meal services. Financial policies accommodate Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment methods.
Families are encouraged to reach out directly to Christian Home Care and Rehab Center to check current residential openings, discuss payment coverage, or request a tour of the campus.
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.
Overview of Sheridan Health and Rehabilitation Center
Situated in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Sheridan Health & Rehabilitation Center is an assisted living community that provides an array of services, including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and personalized care options that empower each resident to enjoy their golden years and enjoy life.
Sheridan Health & Rehabilitation Center boasts an inclusive range of therapy and care programs to address various post-acute challenges. Leveraging the latest therapy equipment and techniques, their experienced therapists assist residents in transitioning back to independent living. With a team of caring professionals at the helm, Sheridan Health & Rehabilitation Center is committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for those under their compassionate care.
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 195 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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