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The Ridge at Madison has boasted an elevated lifestyle for its independent living, memory care, and assisted living services for seniors. The senior living home promotes a lifestyle that is enjoyable and meaningful through the warm and welcoming atmosphere the community holds. Its management and staff are supportive in ensuring that residents maintain their sense of individuality and independence. The Ridge at Madison has shown an unparalleled quality of care that redefines the luxury quality of living in Madison.
The lifestyle at The Ridge is centered on hassle-free living for its residents– daily housekeeping with laundry services, cultural and educational activities, scheduled transportation, personalized care, and medication management.
Lower than the Wisconsin average: 70%The Ridge at Madison is legally operated by Robert T Murray, and administrated by The Ridge At Madison LLC.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WI Average | vs. WI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 42 | 12 | This facility has 250% more total deficiencies than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (42 vs. WI avg 12).↑ 250% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 14 | 4 | This facility has 250% more deficiencies per year than a typical Wisconsin assisted living residence (14 vs. WI avg 4).↑ 250% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 110 / 576 / 750 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fitchburg's city center to The Ridge at Madison's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.08 miles to nearest hospital (Planned Parenthood - Madison South Health Center)
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The Ridge at Madison is located in Fitchburg, Wisconsin.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Wisconsin.
The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
| The Waterford at Fitchburg |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Fitchburg | 71
Facility
71
WI AVG
61
Rank
#152 / 496 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
WI AVG
42
Rank
#133 / 580 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
WI AVG
12
Rank
#109 / 334 | - | Csl West Bend LLC | Kirsten Hutchison | 2 | 1
Facility
1
WI AVG
3.8
Rank
#59 / 312 | 1
Facility
1
WI AVG
12
Rank
#69 / 312 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
WI AVG
2.0
Rank
#95 / 312 |
| The Ridge at Madison |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Fitchburg | 23
Facility
23
WI AVG
61
Rank
#441 / 496 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
WI AVG
42
Rank
#399 / 580 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
WI AVG
12
Rank
#299 / 334 |
52.2%
Facility
52.2%
WI AVG
74.3%
Rank
#358 / 406 | The Ridge At Madison LLC | Robert T Murray | 14 | 12
Facility
12
WI AVG
3.8
Rank
#301 / 312 | 42
Facility
42
WI AVG
12
Rank
#294 / 312 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
WI AVG
2.0
Rank
#257 / 312 |
The legal owner and operator of The Ridge at Madison is Robert T Murray.
The Ridge at Madison has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
The Ridge at Madison's occupancy is 52%.
The Ridge at Madison LLC is the administrator of The Ridge at Madison.
The Ridge at Madison has 23 beds.
Yes — there are 5 photos of The Ridge at Madison in the photo gallery on this page.
The Ridge at Madison is located at 2879 Fish Hatchery Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53713, United States.
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