Occupancy rate
65%
Lower than the Wisconsin average: 70%Brookdale Sun Prairie
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Madison, WI
Brookdale Sun Prairie
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Madison, WI
Overview of Brookdale Sun Prairie
Nestled near Renstone Park and a short drive from Madison, Wisconsin, Brookdale Sun Prairie offers specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care tailored to the unique needs of each resident. This memory care community provides a secure and supportive environment where residents can maintain their independence and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. At Brookdale Sun Prairie, the staff is available 24/7 to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. The community’s dementia-friendly programs are designed to help preserve residents’ current abilities, empowering them to live with a sense of purpose and dignity.
Residents can engage in a continuous stream of activities, from yoga and bingo to trivia and gardening in the enclosed outdoor courtyard. The community’s robust activity calendar is curated to encourage the use of residents’ current skills and foster a warm, fulfilling life. Dining is also a highlight, with healthy and delicious menu choices, restaurant-style service, and specialized support for residents who may have difficulty with swallowing or using utensils. Brookdale Sun Prairie’s personalized approach to memory care ensures that each resident receives the compassionate care they need to thrive.
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: 39 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Client group served
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Wisconsin average: 70%Occupied beds
13 / 20
Average residents per home in Wisconsin
54 per day
Facility TypeClass Cna (nonambulatory)
IssuanceApril 30, 1998
CountyDane
Brookdale Sun Prairie is legally operated by Dawn Kussow, and administrated by Brookdale Senior Living Communities Inc.
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMelissa McCombs
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Gender ServedBoth
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Pet Friendly
Beauty/Barber Shop
Courtyard And Garden
Walking Paths
Landscaped Grounds
Community Kitchen
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include yoga classes, bingo games, trivia games, and gardening in the enclosed outdoor courtyard.
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT
Starting Price$4,790 per month
Food DescriptionDining experience includes healthy and delicious menu choices with restaurant-style service.
Brookdale Sun Prairie – Menu
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Monthly Rate Range
$4,002 - $9,764
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Brookdale Sun Prairie
Memory Care
Inspection History
In Wisconsin, the Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance performs unannounced onsite surveys to ensure that long-term care facilities meet health and safety laws.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
16 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Wisconsin average:
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
July 28, 2025
Routine
Deficiencies
Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | WI Average | vs. WI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 16 | 12 | This facility has 33% more total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (16 vs. WI avg 12).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 5.3 | 4 | This facility has 33% more deficiencies per year than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (5.3 vs. WI avg 4).↑ 33% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on July 28, 2025, identified deficiencies related to medication administration and health monitoring, resulting in a $1,000 forfeiture and an order to comply. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including employee communicable disease screening, resident assessments, psychotropic medication management, environmental cleanliness, and resident dignity, with some repeat deficiencies noted. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, and no license suspensions or additional enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Prior enforcement included forfeitures totaling several hundred dollars and revisit fees, but no immediate jeopardy findings were reported. The facility’s record shows ongoing challenges with medication and health monitoring, with some improvement in complaint outcomes but persistent regulatory citations over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Assisted Living in Wisconsin
Brookdale Sun Prairie is located in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.
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15.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sun Prairie's city center to Brookdale Sun Prairie's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.06 miles to nearest hospital (The Bright Side LLC)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Sun Prairie
What neighborhood is Brookdale Sun Prairie in?
Brookdale Sun Prairie is in the Renstone neighborhood of Sun Prairie.
Who is the owner of Brookdale Sun Prairie?
The legal owner and operator of Brookdale Sun Prairie is Dawn Kussow.
Is Brookdale Sun Prairie in a walkable area?
Brookdale Sun Prairie has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Sun Prairie?
Brookdale Sun Prairie's occupancy is 65%.
Does Brookdale Sun Prairie have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Sun Prairie on this page.
Who is the administrator of Brookdale Sun Prairie?
Brookdale Senior Living Communities Inc is the administrator of Brookdale Sun Prairie.
How many beds does Brookdale Sun Prairie have?
Brookdale Sun Prairie has 20 beds.
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