Cameo Care Center
Cameo Care Center is a nursing home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with licensed nursing care on site around the clock. It may be a good fit for someone who needs continuous licensed nursing support.
The home has 112 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 41 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public payment options or the ability to pay directly, and pets are allowed so a resident may live with a pet at the community.
Staffing
Data period: Q2 2026 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Sep 2026).
Standout metric: LPN / LVN is +23% above Wisconsin average
4 of 6 metrics below Wisconsin average
Daily care time per resident, by role
US average: 42m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 42m
US average: 52m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 52m
US average: 2h 26m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 2h 26m
US average: 4m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 4m
US average: 3h 32m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 3h 32m
US average: 29m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 29m
Headcount
69.1% of staff hours were worked by the facility's own employees
Wisconsin average: 88.4% · Contractors this quarter: Certified Nursing Assistant (157), Registered Nurse (57), Licensed Practical Nurse (28), Physical Therapy Assistant (5), Speech Language Pathologist (2), Respiratory Therapy Technician (2), Qualified Social Worker (1), Medical Director (1), Feeding Assistant (1), Physical Therapy Aide (1)
Why it matters: employees work here week after week and get to know each resident's routines and needs. Agency contractors often rotate between facilities, so a higher employee share usually means more consistent care.
Community insights.
Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Based on residents per day and 112 beds.
Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Oct 2026)
About This Community
CMS Health Inspection History
Citation severity
Latest inspection: Jun 24, 2026 · 12 citations, all corrected
Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 28 of 76 citations · 9 categories in total
Citations history
Most recent firstShowing the 50 most recent of 76 citations.
Top deficiency categories
Share of 76 citationsHow citations are counted
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
33 of 76 citations resulted from standard inspections; 42 of 76 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 76 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
Source
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database · Data as of Oct 2026
3 penalties in the past 3 years
Latest: Dec 13, 2025 · $26,925 civil money penalty
Penalty history · past 3 years
Fine amount comparison
Totals count every penalty on record; the history lists the past 3 years. Wisconsin and US averages are among facilities with a penalty on record.
A civil money penalty is a fine for noncompliance, per day or per instance. A payment denial stops Medicare/Medicaid payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Quality of care over time
How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Wisconsin average.
11 long-stay measures: 6 better, 2 worse, 3 near WI average
3 short-stay measures: 3 better
Long-stay residents
People who live at the home · 11 measures
Daily care & independence
Safety & clinical stability
Physical & mental health
Preventive care
Short-stay residents
Rehab and recovery after a hospital stay · 3 measures
Physical & mental health
Preventive care
Arrows show whether a figure is above or below the average. Green is better for residents, red is worse, and yellow means within 5% of the average. The line on each bar marks the average.
Quality measures are calculated by CMS from Minimum Data Set (MDS) resident assessments and Medicare claims.
Money and staffing.
Cameo Care Center’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 164 Wisconsin nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
Is it financially stable?
Losing money on care, but less than last year
−0.2% operating margin
+11.3 pts vs prior year
An operating loss in 7 of the last 8 reported years. Other income ($0.1M) turns it into a net profit to $0.1M. Watch for cost-cutting that reaches staffing.
Does it invest in staff?
Spends less on payroll than most Wisconsin homes
10.6% payroll share of revenue
WI average 58.7%Rank #164 / 164Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 164th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Payroll fell $0.2M while revenue rose $2.6M. A low share can mean leaner staffing; check hours per resident in the staffing section.
FY 2024 scorecard
Each row shows the FY 2024 figure, the change since the prior report, the trend, and how it compares with Wisconsin homes.
Revenue & profit
Losing money on care
| Metric | FY 2024 | vs prior year | Trend 2016 → 2024Trend | WI median | Compared with WI homesRank in WI | In short |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net patient revenue What the home earns from resident care, after discounts and bad debt. | $12.5M | +$2.6M | Trend 20162024 | WI median $8.3M | Rank in WI Rank #30 / 164Net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 30th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for net patient revenue. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 82% of homes | Above WI median Higher net patient revenue than 82% of WI homes that filed a recent report. Revenue mostly follows how big a home is. |
| Operating expenses Everything it costs to run the home: staff, supplies, rent, admin. | $12.6M | +$1.5M | Trend 20162024 | WI median $8.4M | Rank in WI Rank #37 / 164Operating expenses — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 37th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for operating expenses. Shows everything it cost to run the home — staff, supplies, rent, admin — compared with other Wisconsin homes reporting a recent fiscal year. Expenses in dollars mostly follow how big a home is, so this compares size, not efficiency; read it next to operating margin. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 78% of homes | Exceeds revenue Operating expenses are higher than net patient revenue, so resident care runs at a loss. |
| Net patient income Revenue minus operating expenses. Negative means care loses money. | −$0.0M | +$1.1M | Trend 20162024 | WI median −$0.1M | Rank in WI Rank #80 / 164Net patient income — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 80th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for net patient income. Shows net patient revenue minus operating expenses, compared with other Wisconsin homes reporting a recent fiscal year. Homes that lost money on care are in the pool too, so a rank in the bottom half usually means a loss. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 52% of homes | Loss, narrowing Resident care lost money this year, less than in the prior report. |
| Operating margin Net patient income as a share of revenue. The clearest health signal. | −0.2% | +11.3 pts | Trend 20162024 | WI median −1.0% | Rank in WI Rank #79 / 164Operating margin — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 79th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for operating margin. Shows net patient income as a share of net patient revenue, compared with other Wisconsin homes reporting a recent fiscal year. Unlike the dollar figures it does not follow size, so it is the fairest comparison of financial health between a small home and a large one. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 52% of homes | Loss A negative margin means resident care costs more than it earns. |
| Other income Money not from resident care: investments, grants, services. | $0.1M | — | Trend — | WI median $0.1M | Rank in WI Rank #80 / 162Other income — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 80th out of 162 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for other income. Shows income from outside resident care — investments, grants, rentals, services — compared with other Wisconsin homes reporting a recent fiscal year. It is not part of net patient revenue; a high rank here can offset a loss on care. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 51% of homes | Offsets part of the loss Income from outside resident care covers part of the loss on care. |
| Net income The bottom line after other income. | $0.1M | +$1.2M | Trend — | WI median $0.2M | Rank in WI Rank #95 / 164Net income — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 95th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for net income. Shows the bottom line after other income, compared with other Wisconsin homes reporting a recent fiscal year. Homes with a net loss are in the pool too, so a rank in the bottom half usually means a loss. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 42% of homes | Profit The bottom line is above zero after other income. |
Staffing spend
Spends less of revenue on staff than most Wisconsin homes
| Metric | FY 2024 | vs prior year | Trend 2016 → 2024Trend | WI median | Compared with WI homesRank in WI | In short |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payroll costs Salaries and wage-related benefits, not counting contract labor. | $1.3M | −$0.2M | Trend 20162024 | WI median $4.4M | Rank in WI Rank #164 / 164Payroll costs — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 164th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for payroll costs. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 0% of homes | Below WI median Higher payroll than 0% of WI homes. Payroll in dollars mostly follows how big a home is, so this compares size, not staffing levels. |
| Payroll share of revenue Payroll divided by revenue. Higher usually means more staff per resident. | 10.6% | −4.9 pts | Trend 20162024 | WI median 56.9% | Rank in WI Rank #164 / 164Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 164th out of 164 nursing homes we track in Wisconsin for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Wisconsin average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Wisconsin that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric. Higher than 0% of homes | 48.1 pts under WI average The WI average is 58.7% of revenue. Within 3 points of it reads as near the average. |
Charts, 2016–2024 2 charts · WI benchmark drawn as a dashed line
Revenue, expenses and income
What the home earned from resident care (net patient revenue), what it cost to run (operating expenses) and the difference between the two (net patient income), for each fiscal year it filed a CMS cost report.
USD, millions
Net patient revenue Operating expenses Net patient income No report
Where revenue goes
Both lines are a share of net patient revenue. Payroll share is what goes to salaries and wage-related benefits; operating margin is what is left after every operating cost (below 0%, resident care lost money). The dashed line is the Wisconsin payroll average.
% of net patient revenue
Payroll share Operating margin WI payroll average No report
Year-by-year data, 2016–2024 every reported year · latest first, scroll sideways
| Metric | 2016 | 2017 | 2018no report | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net patient revenue | $10.0M | $10.9M | $10.9M | $12.4M | $11.6M | $11.1M | $9.9M | $12.5M | |
| Operating expenses | $10.3M | $10.9M | $11.9M | $12.1M | $11.8M | $11.8M | $11.1M | $12.6M | |
| Net patient income | −$0.2M | −$0.0M | −$1.0M | $0.3M | −$0.2M | −$0.7M | −$1.1M | −$0.0M | |
| Operating margin | −2.3% | −0.3% | −9.1% | 2.5% | −2.1% | −6.4% | −11.5% | −0.2% | |
| Net income | −$0.2M | $0.0M | −$1.0M | $2.1M | $0.8M | −$0.6M | −$1.1M | $0.1M | |
| Payroll costs | $5.1M | $4.8M | $2.0M | $2.0M | $1.7M | $1.7M | $1.5M | $1.3M | |
| Payroll share of revenue | 50.5% | 43.9% | 18.7% | 16.5% | 15.0% | 15.1% | 15.5% | 10.6% | |
| Beds | 112 | 112 | 112 | 112 | 112 | 112 | 112 | 112 | |
| Gross revenue | $12.0M | $13.6M | $12.4M | $13.5M | $12.3M | $12.0M | $10.4M | $8.1M | |
| Salaries | $4.3M | $4.1M | $1.8M | $1.8M | $1.5M | $1.4M | $1.3M | $1.2M | |
| Wage-related costs | $0.8M | $0.7M | $0.2M | $0.2M | $0.3M | $0.2M | $0.2M | $0.2M | |
| Contract labor | — | — | — | — | $5.4M | $5.2M | $4.7M | $5.8M | |
| Other operating costs | $5.2M | $6.2M | $9.9M | $10.1M | $10.1M | $10.1M | $9.5M | $11.2M | |
| Net patient revenue per day | $284 | $296 | $312 | $349 | $368 | $341 | $368 | $406 | |
| Cost per day | $290 | $297 | $341 | $341 | $376 | $363 | $410 | $407 | |
| Average length of stay | 160.7 days | 119.9 days | 89.5 days | 102.9 days | 101.4 days | 105.7 days | 102.0 days | 73.2 days |
Showing 2024–2022 · scroll sideways for 6 earlier years
Earlier and partial years are in the download. Download CSV
Who this home usually serves
Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Cameo Care Center Reviews
Rating Their Experiences
What do you like most about living here?
Nothing
Are there enough caregivers to handle the residents' needs, especially during emergencies?
No
Are the common areas pleasant and comfortable for socializing or relaxing?
No
How do you feel about the level of social interaction available with other residents?
Non-exdistent
How was the units offered in this community?
No offer available. They put you in a room.
Do you feel safe living in this community?
No
How well do you think the community handles emergencies or unexpected events?
Terribly
How would you rate the quality and variety of the meals? (1-5)
1
Are special diets handled well?
No
Is the dining schedule flexible enough to meet your preferences?
No
Are there any hidden fees or unexpected charges?
Yes
Would you recommend this community to others looking for senior living options?
Most definitely NO
Is there anything you wish you knew before moving in?
The state should close Autumn Lake Healthcare Center at Greenfield!
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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Official facility name used in federal/state reporting (may differ slightly from the marketing name).
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Care Types in This Table
AL (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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Estimated monthly cost range for the facility.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| St. Ann Health and Rehabilitation Center | NH HOS MC PC RC SNF | Milwaukee | - | 50
Facility
50
WI AVG
78
Rank
#114 / 197 | A- |
84
Facility
84
WI AVG
48
Rank
#16 / 191 | - |
| Eastcastle Place | NH AL CCRC IL MC SNF | Milwaukee (Murray Hill) | $5,134 - $7,789 | 18
Facility
18
WI AVG
78
Rank
#195 / 197 | - |
92
Facility
92
WI AVG
48
Rank
#3 / 191 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Milwaukee Catholic Home | NH AL CCRC IL MC SNF | Milwaukee (Northpoint) | $1,140 - $5,570 | 107
Facility
107
WI AVG
78
Rank
#43 / 197 | A+ |
83
Facility
83
WI AVG
48
Rank
#18 / 191 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Saint Johns on the Lake Central Tower | NH AL IL MC SNF | Milwaukee | - | 110
Facility
110
WI AVG
78
Rank
#35 / 197 | - |
87
Facility
87
WI AVG
48
Rank
#6 / 191 | - |
| Cameo Care Center | NH | Milwaukee (Copernicus Park) | - | 112
Facility
112
WI AVG
78
Rank
#32 / 197 | - |
51
Facility
51
WI AVG
48
Rank
#87 / 191 | - |
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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Wisconsin
Cameo Care Center is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.
Family Care Program
WI Medicaid Family Care
Eligibility
- General
- Wisconsin adult age 18 or older who is frail elderly or has a qualifying disability; Medicaid financial eligibility and the applicable functional screen are required.
- WI specifics
- Family Care is managed long-term care; member and care team plan supports based on assessed outcomes and needs.
What it provides
- Authorized long-term care and care management under the individual service plan.
IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)
Wisconsin IRIS
- Income limit
- IRIS Medicaid financial eligibility must be determined for the applicant.
Eligibility
- General
- Wisconsin resident age 18 or older with a qualifying disability or frail-elder status; Medicaid financial eligibility and functional screening required; eligible community residence.
- WI specifics
- IRIS participants direct an individual budget and select or manage approved supports and providers within program requirements.
What it provides
- Authorized self-directed long-term supports may include personal assistance transportation home modifications meals and other assessed services.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- Who it is for
- Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
- Income limit
- Countable income must be below the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate (MAPR); the rate depends on dependents and benefit category; Qualifying unreimbursed medical expenses may reduce countable income.
- Asset limit
- VA pension net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1 2025 through November 30 2026; net worth includes countable assets and annual income under VA rules.
Eligibility
- General
- Additional pension benefits for qualifying Veterans or survivors who satisfy VA pension eligibility and the medical requirements for Aid and Attendance or Housebound status; being an older veteran or spouse alone does not qualify.
- WI specifics
- This is a federal VA benefit rather than a state-specific grant; Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits cannot be received together.
What it provides
- Increased monthly VA pension based on the applicable MAPR less countable income.
SSI Exceptional Expense Supplement (SSI-E)
Wisconsin SSI Exceptional Expense Supplement (SSI-E)
Eligibility
- General
- Wisconsin SSI recipients certified by a county agency, either in qualifying residential settings with expenses above the applicable SSI-E payment level or at home with at least 40 hours of primary long-term support services needed each month.
- WI specifics
- Eligible residential settings include licensed or certified adult family homes, qualifying CBRFs of 20 beds or fewer and certified residential care apartment complexes. Home-based recipients must pay their share of household costs. A county assessment and certification are required.
What it provides
- For an eligible individual an additional monthly cash benefit of up to $105.59 may be added to the state SSI payment. Couple amounts differ.
Wisconsin Family Caregiver Support Programs
WI NFCSP Respite
Eligibility
- General
- NFCSP serves eligible caregivers of older adults and specified relative caregivers of children or adults with disabilities; Wisconsin also has a separate Alzheimer Family and Caregiver Support Program.
- WI specifics
- National Family Caregiver Support and Alzheimer Family and Caregiver Support have distinct eligibility rules.
What it provides
- Caregiver counseling training respite and other approved supports.
SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance
Wisconsin SeniorCare
- Income limit
- 2026 · Income determines participation level rather than a hard exclusion at 240% FPL; Individual annual thresholds: Level 1 up to $25,536; Level 2A $25,537 to $31,920; Level 2B $31,921 to $38,304; Level 3 $38,305 or more; Couple thresholds differ.
- Asset limit
- Assets are not counted according to the official Kenosha County ADRC program listing; income from assets can count under state income rules.
Eligibility
- General
- Wisconsin resident age 65 or older who is a U.S; citizen or qualifying immigrant; not enrolled in full Medicaid; Other insurance including Medicare may be coordinated.
- WI specifics
- $30 annual enrollment fee per person and annual renewal; deductible and spenddown depend on income level.
What it provides
- Covered prescription assistance; Level 1 has no deductible; Levels 2A and 2B have $500 and $850 deductibles; Level 3 has spenddown then $850 deductible; Applicable covered-drug copays are $5 generic and $15 brand after requirements are met.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program
- Who it is for
- Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing
- Income limit
- 2026 · Published monthly countable-income bases: QMB $1,330 single or $1,803.33 couple; SLMB up to $1,596 single or $2,164 couple; SLMB+ up to $1,795.50 single or $2,434.50 couple; Deductions exclusions and tier lower bounds apply.
- Asset limit
- 2026 · QMB SLMB and SLMB+ countable-resource limits $9,950 single or $14,910 couple; QDWI has separate rules.
Eligibility
- General
- Wisconsin Medicare beneficiary meeting the applicable Medicare Savings Program rules; age 65 is not a universal requirement.
- WI specifics
- Wisconsin calls its QI category SLMB+; full Medicaid affects SLMB+ eligibility; Refer to state fact sheet for distinct benefits and counting rules.
What it provides
- QMB pays qualifying Medicare premiums and cost sharing; SLMB and SLMB+ pay the Part B or B-ID premium; QDWI pays qualifying Part A premiums.
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)
Wisconsin WHEAP
- Income limit
- 2026-2027 · 60% of Wisconsin state median income; One-person gross income limit $3,322 monthly or $39,864 annually; two-person $4,344.08 monthly or $52,129 annually; larger household limits apply.
Eligibility
- General
- Wisconsin households meeting WHEAP eligibility; benefits depend on household circumstances and available funding rather than senior status alone.
- WI specifics
- Current heating season is October 1 2026 through September 30 2027; benefit funding is not guaranteed.
What it provides
- Eligible heating electric crisis and heating-system assistance under WHEAP rules.
Homestead Credit
Wisconsin Homestead Credit
- Income limit
- For a 2025 claim, household income must be below $24,680.
Eligibility
- General
- For tax year 2025: full-year Wisconsin legal residents age 18 or older who own or rent an eligible homestead and satisfy all credit requirements. The claimant or spouse must have earned income, be disabled or be age 62 or older at year-end.
- WI specifics
- The 2025 claim can generally be filed through April 15 2030. Tax-exempt housing and nursing-home residency while receiving Title XIX medical assistance can disqualify a claimant. This offsets eligible property tax or rent costs rather than paying for care.
What it provides
- A state tax credit based on household income and allowable property taxes or rent; meeting basic eligibility does not guarantee a positive credit.




