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Page 9 of Best Nursing Homes in Wisconsin

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 184 nursing homes in WI using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in WI
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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.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

Compare Nursing Homes around Wisconsin

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Badger Prairie Health Care Center
NH
SNF
Verona (East Verona Avenue)
120
Facility 120
WI AVG 61
Rank #33 / 494
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #75 / 406
+25%
6.41
Facility 6.41
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #5 / 178
+35%+50%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #29 / 180
3.0
Facility 3.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #45 / 180
1110-
31
Facility 31
WI AVG 42
Rank #371 / 580
County Of Dane
$20.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #14 / 183
$21.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #1 / 183
104.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 104.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #2 / 183
525516
Milwaukee Catholic Home
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Milwaukee (Northpoint)
107
Facility 107
WI AVG 61
Rank #55 / 494
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #99 / 406
+22%
6.47
Facility 6.47
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #4 / 178
-41%+51%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #61 / 180
5.0
Facility 5.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #119 / 180
-96A+
83
Facility 83
WI AVG 42
Rank #36 / 580
Mary Brooks
$14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #20 / 183
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #19 / 183
61.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #103 / 183
525635
Parkview Health Center
NH
Oshkosh
168
Facility 168
WI AVG 61
Rank #9 / 494
52.7%
Facility 52.7%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #348 / 406
-28%
4.41
Facility 4.41
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #79 / 178
-9%+3%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
7
Facility 7
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #21 / 180
1.8
Facility 1.8
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #9 / 180
-89-
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 42
Rank #512 / 580
Linzi Gazga-Parish
$12.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #29 / 183
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #11 / 183
92.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 92.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #14 / 183
525638
Harbor Haven Health & Rehabilitation
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Fond Du Lac
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 61
Rank #108 / 494
86.5%
Facility 86.5%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #117 / 406
+18%
4.71
Facility 4.71
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #53 / 178
-28%+10%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #1 / 180
1.5
Facility 1.5
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #5 / 180
-74-
57
Facility 57
WI AVG 42
Rank #176 / 580
Fond Du Lac County
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #56 / 183
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #35 / 183
73.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 73.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #37 / 183
525534
Lasata Care Center
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Cedarburg
106
Facility 106
WI AVG 61
Rank #56 / 494
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #236 / 406
0%
5.11
Facility 5.11
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #32 / 178
-19%+20%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
11
Facility 11
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #41 / 180
2.8
Facility 2.8
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #41 / 180
-78A+
84
Facility 84
WI AVG 42
Rank #31 / 580
County Of Ozaukee
$12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #32 / 183
$9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #22 / 183
73.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 73.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #65 / 183
525537
Shady Lane Nursing Care Center
NH
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Manitowoc
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 61
Rank #234 / 494
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #120 / 406
+17%
5.01
Facility 5.01
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #36 / 178
+6%+17%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #4 / 180
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #11 / 180
143A+
75
Facility 75
WI AVG 42
Rank #72 / 580
Todd Meerdink
$5.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #145 / 183
$4.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $4.1MFiscal year ending 09/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #97 / 183
82.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 82.4%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #6 / 183
525575
Maplewood of Sauk Prairie
NH
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Sauk City
120
Facility 120
WI AVG 61
Rank #33 / 494
--
4.54
Facility 4.54
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #69 / 178
-4%+6%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
15
Facility 15
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #61 / 180
2.1
Facility 2.1
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #17 / 180
-75A+
67
Facility 67
WI AVG 42
Rank #113 / 580
Ron Benish
$10.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #60 / 183
$6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #34 / 183
63.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 63.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #27 / 183
525462
Woodside Lutheran Home
NH
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Green Bay
118
Facility 118
WI AVG 61
Rank #40 / 494
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #259 / 406
-6%
5.79
Facility 5.79
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #10 / 178
-13%+35%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #4 / 180
2.0
Facility 2.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #11 / 180
-82-
67
Facility 67
WI AVG 42
Rank #113 / 580
Bay Area Lutheran Homes Inc
$18.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $18.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #7 / 183
$10.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #12 / 183
56.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 56.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG 45%
Rank #137 / 183
525557
Morrow Memorial Home
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Sparta
80
Facility 80
WI AVG 61
Rank #120 / 494
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #139 / 406
+15%
4.60
Facility 4.60
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #58 / 178
-7%+7%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
13
Facility 13
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #52 / 180
4.3
Facility 4.3
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #98 / 180
167A+
68
Facility 68
WI AVG 42
Rank #105 / 580
Nikki Sund
$9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #31 / 183
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #31 / 183
78.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 78.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #111 / 183
525662
Columbia Health Care Center
NH
Wyocena
85
Facility 85
WI AVG 61
Rank #108 / 494
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #234 / 406
0%
4.78
Facility 4.78
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #48 / 178
+20%+12%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #1 / 180
1.5
Facility 1.5
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #5 / 180
-62-
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 42
Rank #512 / 580
County Of Columbia
$7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #111 / 183
$6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #57 / 183
79.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 79.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #10 / 183
525372
Cedar Crest Health Center
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Janesville
71
Facility 71
WI AVG 61
Rank #151 / 494
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #123 / 406
+16%
5.76
Facility 5.76
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #10 / 178
-6%+35%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
5
Facility 5
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #11 / 180
2.5
Facility 2.5
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #28 / 180
-61-
0
Facility 0
WI AVG 42
Rank #561 / 580
David Tanck
$18.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $18.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #17 / 183
$10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #15 / 183
55.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 55.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG 45%
Rank #89 / 183
525649
Rennes Health and Rehab Center-Appleton
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Appleton
88
Facility 88
WI AVG 61
Rank #97 / 494
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #140 / 406
+14%
4.30
Facility 4.30
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #84 / 178
-13%+1%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
6
Facility 6
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #16 / 180
1.2
Facility 1.2
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #2 / 180
-74-
24
Facility 24
WI AVG 42
Rank #422 / 580
Kendra Vandenheuvel
$12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #21 / 183
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #43 / 183
54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #177 / 183
525583
Anna John Resident Centered Care Community
NH
Oneida
48
Facility 48
WI AVG 61
Rank #293 / 494
78.5%
Facility 78.5%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #189 / 406
+7%
8.36
Facility 8.36
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #1 / 178
-37%+96%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
4
Facility 4
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #4 / 180
1.0
Facility 1.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #1 / 180
-38-
3
Facility 3
WI AVG 42
Rank #540 / 580
Oneida Nation
$3.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #176 / 183
$3.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 09/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #63 / 183
110.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 110.7%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #1 / 183
525695
Park View Home
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Woodville
50
Facility 50
WI AVG 61
Rank #234 / 494
89.8%
Facility 89.8%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #96 / 406
+22%
5.39
Facility 5.39
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #21 / 178
-49%+26%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
9
Facility 9
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #29 / 180
2.3
Facility 2.3
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #19 / 180
-45-
29
Facility 29
WI AVG 42
Rank #384 / 580
Park View Home, Inc
$6.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #113 / 183
$4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #104 / 183
73.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 73.8%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
WI AVG 45%
Rank #68 / 183
525458
Park Manor Ltd
NH
SNF
Park Falls
92
Facility 92
WI AVG 61
Rank #89 / 494
79.2%
Facility 79.2%
WI AVG 73.4
Rank #183 / 406
+8%
3.84
Facility 3.84
WI AVG 4.28
Rank #109 / 178
+7%-10%
$0
Facility $0
WI AVG $103.4k
Rank #1 / 180
16
Facility 16
WI AVG 27.3
Rank #66 / 180
4.0
Facility 4.0
WI AVG 4.2
Rank #85 / 180
-73-
35
Facility 35
WI AVG 42
Rank #339 / 580
Park Manor Ltd Employee Stock Ownership Plan
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $8.6M
Rank #58 / 183
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG $3.8M
Rank #30 / 183
49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WI AVG 45%
Rank #23 / 183
525612
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Overview of Abbotsford Health Care Center

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.

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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.

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Overview of North Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center

Northridge Health and Rehabilitation Center is a place where senior living finds ease and purpose. This facility stands as a robust choice for individuals seeking comprehensive care, offering a dedicated team of professionals well-versed in skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care services. Located in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, this center boasts a proven record in nursing home compare evaluations, reflecting its commitment to providing exceptional nursing home facilities.
Within these walls, residents experience a comfortable and supportive environment enhanced by licensed dietitians and certified nursing assistants. The center’s focus goes beyond physical care, encompassing social and spiritual support services. On-site physician services, spanning specialties like podiatry, internal medicine, dental care, and ophthalmology, solidify the commitment to holistic well-being. The center’s array of programs and activities, including therapeutic recreation, underscores its dedication to fostering a fulfilling senior life.

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Overview of Meadowbrook at Oconto Falls

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.  

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Overview of Sunrise Health Services

Sunrise Health Services is a nursing home in Milwaukee. The nursing home provides short-term and long-term rehabilitation services that are delivered with quality care service. The staff is encouraged to promote a comfortable atmosphere for the residents to build a mutual level of trust and respect among each other. Sunrise Health Services is a secure and safe environment that enhances the quality of life for every one of its residents.
The rehabilitation and nursing community offers an array of services; residents are guaranteed to get personalized care that is catered to their needs in an inviting community with fine hospitality. Many of the services are centered on outpatient care– an array of therapy services, wound care services, IV care services, and many more.

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Overview of Muskego Health and Rehabilitation Center

In a world where successful senior living hinges on the strength of a dependable support system, Muskego Health and Rehabilitation Center stands as a beacon of dedication. Beyond being a mere residence, it embodies the essence of a long-term care facility, offering a haven of trust and support for those in need of skilled nursing services, short-term rehabilitation, personalized care options, and the solace of long-term care services.
Nestled in the tranquil embrace of Muskego, Wisconsin, this skilled nursing home transcends convention by treating each resident like family. Here, a sense of belonging is fortified through a wealth of planned daily activities that foster connection and vitality. As testimonials of care, nursing home reviews paint a picture of an environment where support and empathy flourish. Beyond the enriching experiences, the center offers an array of amenities that enrich daily life, from transportation services to spiritual offerings, and from a thriving community garden to daily nutritious meals. It’s a place where every resident finds their own story, a place where the essence of compassionate care creates a tapestry of well-being and connectivity.

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Overview of Clairidge House

Situated in the heart of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Clairidge House stands as a beacon of exceptional senior living. With 81 beds, this esteemed community is celebrated for its unparalleled short- and long-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. At Clairidge House, residents are met with a warm and proficient staff, guided by seasoned industry professionals with vast expertise in their fields.

From specialized care to rehabilitation needs, Clairidge House offers a nurturing environment where well-being and comfort take center stage. With a steadfast commitment to providing compassionate support, residents can rest assured knowing their needs are met with care and dignity.

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Overview of Beloit Health and Rehabilitation Center

Beloit Health and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community that has ensured its residents an upscale, hassle-free lifestyle. The community is where life-enriching daily activities happen, contributing to a purposeful living for its residents. The premier nursing home in Beloit, Wisconsin, surely, is where seniors feel safe, comfortable, and belong.
The Beloit staff continues to offer its full support and assertiveness in assisting its residents to reach maximum recovery. The results-driven community provides an array of short-term and long-term care services that help with recovery– memory care, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, meal preparation, housekeeping, bathing and grooming, mobility assistance, and bowel care are offered.

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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.

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Overview of St Croix Health Center

St Croix Health Center is a 50-bed county-operated skilled nursing facility in New Richmond, Wisconsin, administered by Sandra Hackenmueller on behalf of the St Croix County Board. The facility provides skilled care with a payer mix heavily oriented toward short-term rehabilitation — Medicare accounts for 53% of admissions, with a typical stay of 27 days, while private pay accounts for an additional 43%. Staffing is a defining strength. Total nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 44 minutes per resident per day, ranking 11th among 172 Wisconsin SNFs and roughly 35% above the state average. CNA staffing is particularly robust at 3 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day — 44% above the Wisconsin mean — while weekend nursing staffing averages 5 hours and 4 minutes, also well above state norms. The facility has incurred no federal penalties in the past three years. The facility’s occupancy rate is 64%, below the Wisconsin average of 70%, suggesting current availability for new admissions. On-site services include a retail pharmacy, a chapel, and the CroixCares Virtual Health Platform, a proprietary telehealth program that connects residents to a broad range of specialty services, including cardiology, nephrology, oncology, and behavioral health. An active resident council and on-site nurse aide training program round out the care infrastructure. St Croix Health Center serves residents seeking short-term post-acute rehabilitation in St. Croix County, particularly those with complex medical needs who benefit from high levels of direct care staffing and access to specialty services through an integrated county health system.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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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 184 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.