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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.
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.
Residing in the quiet South Klein Drive, Waunakee, WI, Waunakee Valley Senior Living is a respected senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, adult day services, and skilled care. The community promises a comfortable and maintenance-free lifestyle by taking care of the household chores and keeping the surroundings clean and functional. A round-the-clock emergency alert system alongside a kind and compassionate team is available to ensure seniors are safe and secure.
Sit back and relax within the pet-friendly spaces and cozy outdoor seating of the community. Encouraging residents to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle, the community conducts fun programs and exciting activities daily. Have a delightful dining experience from breakfast to dinner with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Waunakee Valley Senior Living is filled with incredible amenities and offers a wide array of top-tier services for seniors to maximize their independence.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
57% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
38% of new residents, often for short stays.
5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
In line with Wisconsin average
Waunakee Valley Senior Living is legally operated by Ahr Waunakee Trs Sub Llc, and administrated by Ryan Hoekstra.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Wisconsin average 6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Wisconsin average 27.3
Wisconsin average 4.19
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
24 of 38 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 38 resulted from complaint investigations; and 5 of 38 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
3
233% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 0.9
2
67% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 1.2
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 23, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Jan 23, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 23, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 23, 2025
Corrected
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.
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
15.6 miles from city center
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
23% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average ratio: 2.41:1
0% compared with Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 7.3 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
2,035 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 0 | 34 | 8,844 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,232 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,151 | 85 | 93% | 7.6 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,445 | 84 | 92% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,381 | 72 | 79% | 7.2 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,024 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 964 | 75 | 82% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 702 | 68 | 75% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 656 | 65 | 71% | 5.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 505 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 351 | 47 | 52% | 7.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 348 | 66 | 73% | 4.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 338 | 69 | 76% | 4.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 334 | 60 | 66% | 5.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 322 | 62 | 68% | 5.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 37 | 26 | 29% | 1.4 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.9
53% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 10.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
17.8
20% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 22.1
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.9%
55% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 17.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.3%
55% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 22.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
35.2%
35% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 26.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.2%
31% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 3.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.4%
56% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 3.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.6%
68% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.5%
30% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
19.5%
22% worse than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 16.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 95.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
In line with Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 95.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.7%
14% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 87.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
5% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 1.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.7%
19% better than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 82.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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)
64% higher than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: $95K
45% more fines than Wisconsin average
Wisconsin average: 2.1
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
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 11, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 6, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Aug 6, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Feb 17, 2023
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Waunakee Valley Senior Living based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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