Francis House
Nursing Home & Hospice Care · Wisconsin, WI
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Francis House

Nursing Home & Hospice Care · Wisconsin, WI
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Francis House accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Francis House

Francis House is a facility in Syracuse, NY that provides a home and extended family to persons with terminal illnesses. It aims to ensure that individuals can die with dignity surrounded by unconditional love. The organization has been serving the community since 1991.
(414) 570-6208

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 66.7% Below WI avg. ▼ 66.7% Below WI avg.WI average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 64.3% Below WI avg. ▼ 64.3% Below WI avg.WI average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 72.4% Below WI avg. ▼ 72.4% Below WI avg.WI average: 3.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 3.6% Below WI avg. ▼ 3.6% Below WI avg.WI average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Wisconsin state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 159th out of 178 homes in Wisconsin for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 3m per day
Rank #159 / 178Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 159th out of 178 homes in Wisconsin. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Wisconsin average, with a ranking across 178 Wisconsin facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Wisconsin avg (4h 17m per day)
vs Wisconsin avg
-29%

6 of 6 metrics below state avg

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 35m per day ▼ 40% State avg: 59m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 30m per day ▼ 22% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 4m per day ▼ 19% State avg: 2h 34m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 33m per day ▼ 32% State avg: 3h 45m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 2m per day ▼ 44% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 21m per day ▼ 46% State avg: 40m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
87 days
Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #171 / 496Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st out of 496 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Wisconsin facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #177 / 334Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 177th out of 334 homes in Wisconsin. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Wisconsin facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 82 / 100 Rank #44 / 580Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 580 homes in Wisconsin. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Wisconsin facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Rank #249 / 434Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th out of 434 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wisconsin average, with its Statewide rank out of 434. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Wisconsin average: 70%
Occupied beds
46 / 64
Average occupied beds in Wisconsin homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeClass Cna (nonambulatory)
IssuanceAugust 1, 2018
CountyMilwaukee
CMS Certification Number525526

Ownership & Operating Entity

Francis House is administrated by Chi Living Communities.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsBecoming a Resident

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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 21 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 (75% above)
• Deficiencies per year (75% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection September 19, 2025 Enforcement

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWI Averagevs. WI Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2112 This facility has 75% more total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin nursing home (21 vs. WI avg 12).↑ 75% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 74 This facility has 75% more deficiencies per year than a typical Wisconsin nursing home (7 vs. WI avg 4).↑ 75% worse

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

  • The September 19, 2025 inspection cited two deficiencies including environmental cleanliness and failure to conduct required emergency evacuation drills, resulting in a $500 forfeiture and orders to comply.
  • Repeated deficiencies since April 2023 include unsafe, unclean environment, missing evacuation drills, unsecured medications, and failure to post grievance procedures, with multiple substantiated complaints and forfeitures totaling $3,300.
  • Three complaint investigations in September 2025 were unsubstantiated, and the facility corrected some deficiencies on follow-up visits, but recurring issues remain unresolved.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022
Total health inspections 12

Wisconsin average 6


Last Health inspection on Nov 2025

Total health citations
68 Rank #167 / 180Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 180 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Wisconsin State average, with a ranking across all 180 WI facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Wisconsin average 27.3

Citations per inspection
5.67 Rank #140 / 180Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 140th out of 180 homes in Wisconsin. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Wisconsin mean across 180 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Wisconsin average 4.19


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

32 of 68 citations resulted from standard inspections; 26 of 68 resulted from complaint investigations; and 10 of 68 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical health citations
7
678% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.9


Serious health citations
4
233% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2

7 critical citations Wisconsin average: 0.9

4 serious citations Wisconsin average: 1.2

55 moderate citations Wisconsin average: 24.7

2 minor citations Wisconsin average: 0.6
Citations history (last 4 years)
Quality of Care serious citation Nov 13, 2025

Infection Control moderate citation Oct 17, 2025

Care Planning moderate citation Oct 17, 2025

Resident Rights moderate citation Oct 17, 2025

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 117
Employees 107
Contractors 10
Staff to resident ratio 1.54 : 1
38% fewer staff per resident than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average ratio: 2.48 : 1 Wisconsin average ratio: 2.48 : 1See full Wisconsin ranking
Avg staff/day 43
Average shift 7.2 hours
0% compared with Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 7.3 hours Wisconsin average shift: 7.3 hoursSee full Wisconsin ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 28,316

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 10 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 12 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 65 total: 64 full-time employees and 1 contractor. 65
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.9 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

4.7%

1,325 contractor hours this quarter

Qualified Social Worker: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Certified Nursing Assistant: 1 Other Physician: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant6416512,26892100%6.9
Registered Nurse100104,32892100%8.4
Medication Aide/Technician9093,82292100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse120123,30292100%7.4
RN Director of Nursing1016027480%8.1
Occupational Therapy Aide2024976267%6.5
Administrator1014956672%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014886166%8
Dietitian1014725964%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1013035459%5.6
Speech Language Pathologist0112744043%6.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0222713942%6.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0112434347%5.7
Qualified Social Worker0222153942%5.5
Physical Therapy Aide0112143740%5.8
Qualified Activities Professional1011852325%8.1
Nurse Practitioner1011602022%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2026589%8.1
Other Physician011481213%4
Occupational Therapy Assistant01139910%4.3
Medical Director101261516%1.8
65 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
12 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 80%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 72%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 66%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 64%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 59%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 43%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 42%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 47%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 42%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 40%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 25%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 22%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 9%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 13%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 10%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 16%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025

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 Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $361K Rank #172 / 180Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 172nd out of 180 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Wisconsin average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 180 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
278% higher than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: $95K

Number of fines 4
94% more fines than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 2.1

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
51% more payment denials than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 0.7

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $361K
Wisconsin average $95K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

5 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 20, 2025
$69K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Nov 8, 2024
$187K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 5, 2023
$16K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Dec 5, 2023
11 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.1
22% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 13.7
38% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 6.3%
64% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 17.6%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.3%
42% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 22.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 21.4%
18% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 26.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 7.1%
122% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.8%
6% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.2%
62% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 3.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.1%
67% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 4.9%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.6%
48% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 5.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.8%
39% better than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 16.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 79.9%
17% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.6%
In line with Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 95.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 64.8%
26% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 87.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
17% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 63.8%
22% worse than Wisconsin average

Wisconsin average: 82.2%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

71% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 15 days

Private pay

22% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Medicaid

7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 76
Medicare
17
22.4% of residents
Medicaid
51
67.1% of residents
Private pay or other
8
10.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

Governmental community
Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$11.1M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$754.2K
Governmental community Operated by a subsidized facility district.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$11.1M Rank #30 / 183Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 183 homes in Wisconsin. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Wisconsin average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$754.2K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$1.2M
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #41 / 183Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 183 homes in Wisconsin. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Wisconsin average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$6.6M 59.1% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #141 / 183Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st out of 183 homes in Wisconsin. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Wisconsin average. Well-run Wisconsin facilities typically land around 62–74% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$5.3M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$11.9M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (71% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 15 days.

Admissions
304 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 71%
Private pay 22%
Medicaid 7%
Discharges
316 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 42%
Private pay 48%
Medicaid 10%

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Address 9.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Milwaukee's city center to Francis House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Wisconsin

Francis House is located in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Wisconsin.

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Family Care Program

WI Medicaid Family Care

Age 65+ or disabled
General Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WI

Managed care model; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program

WI NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Wisconsin resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WI

High rural demand; ADRC coordination.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Wisconsin IRIS

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WI

Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (custom hours) Respite Home mods Equipment Transportation Support services

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Wisconsin SeniorCare

Age 65+
General WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.
Income Limits (2025) ~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.
Asset Limits None.
WI

Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.

Benefits
$5 generic/$15 brand copays (Level 1); deductibles ($500-$850) for higher levels; covers most Rx drugs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WI

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Wisconsin WHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WI resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WI

Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.

Benefits
Heating/electric aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max) Weatherization

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WI

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Deferral Loan Program

Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan

Age 65+
General WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.
Income Limits (2025) ~$24,980/year household
Asset Limits Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.
WI

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.

Benefits
Deferred tax payment (~$500-$1,500/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wisconsin SFMNP

Age 60+
General WI resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WI

Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$45/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Francis House

Is Francis House in a walkable area?

Francis House has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Francis House?

Francis House's occupancy is 72%.

Who is the administrator of Francis House?

Chi Living Communities is the administrator of Francis House.

How many beds does Francis House have?

Francis House has 64 beds.

Are there photos of Francis House?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Francis House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Francis House?

Francis House is located at 3601 S CHICAGO AVENUE.

What is the phone number of Francis House?

(414) 570-6208 will put you in contact with the team at Francis House.

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