Brookdale Onalaska

Overview of Brookdale Onalaska

At Brookdale Onalaska in Onalaska, Wisconsin, known as the Sunfish Capital of the World, residents can enjoy assisted living in a community that recreates the fun, communal experience of living with a family of friends. The community allows seniors to bond over mutual interests and common experiences, stay independent and active while receiving daily personal assistance if needed, and have peace of mind knowing that staff is available 24/7 for emergencies.

Brookdale Onalaska provides just the right amount of personal assistance and care, allowing residents more time for their desired activities. Residents can try their hand at painting, join the resident council, start a fitness program, engage in competitive games like bingo and cards, learn new hobbies, or teach others their skills. The community also offers excursions to local dining, shopping, and pontoon boat rides on Lake Onalaska. Dining is a highlight, with delicious restaurant-style meals prepared by a passionate culinary team using fresh seasonal ingredients, including resident favorites and family recipes.

Facility Direct Line (608) 783-4955

20-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

28 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 17 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

65%

Lower than the Wisconsin average: 70%

Occupied beds

13 / 20

Average occupied beds in Wisconsin homes 54 beds

Facility TypeClass Cna (nonambulatory)

IssuanceJune 1, 1998

CountyLacrosse

Brookdale Onalaska is legally operated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities Inc, and administered by Dawn Kussow.

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactCHERYL KRAGE (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Gender ServedBoth

HousekeepingYes

Pet Friendly

Transportation

Beauty/Barber Shop

Courtyard And Garden

Gardening / Greenhouse

Landscaped Grounds

Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy delicious restaurant-style meals made from fresh seasonal ingredients.

Brookdale Onalaska – Menu

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Monthly Rate Range $5,495 - $6,125

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 3 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Wisconsin state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Wisconsin state average

Overall vs. WI average

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	WI Average	vs. WI Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	3	12	This facility has 75% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin nursing home (3 vs. WI avg 12).↓ 75% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

June 28, 2024 complaint investigation found no deficiencies and the complaint was unsubstantiated.
May 24, 2023 inspection identified three deficiencies including untimely caregiver background check, combustible materials near furnace, and missing annual fire inspection.
May 26, 2023 survey issued a Statement of Deficiency for violations of Wis. Stat. ch. 50 and DHS 83 requiring operational compliance.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 187 / 215 / 263 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Onalaska

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1.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Onalaska's city center to Brookdale Onalaska's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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