Abundant Life Manor West
2354 North 120th Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
"Abundant Life Manor provides assisted living to the elderly. Medical: Registered nurse is available for ongoing healthcare monitoring Me..."
READ MOREThe suburban community of South Milwaukee sits in Milwaukee County near the shores of Lake Michigan and contains 7 assisted living facilities. While monthly rates vary depending on amenities and services, recent survey data shows that the baseline monthly rate for care in 2024 hovers near $6,183. This price exceeds the Wisconsin median of $5,500 and the U.S. norm of $5,350.
On average, assisted living facilities in South Milwaukee garner a consumer satisfaction rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars. In our directory, we feature 1179 reviews reviews to help you understand this rating and compare local residential care options.
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2354 North 120th Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
"Abundant Life Manor provides assisted living to the elderly. Medical: Registered nurse is available for ongoing healthcare monitoring Me..."
READ MORE8208 West Sheridan Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53218
"We are focused on providing a safe, caring and nurturing environment to our residents that is much like their own home. We create an individ..."
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According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, South Milwaukee’s assisted living residents pay about $6,183 per month, which exceeds the state median of $5,500 and the national norm of $5,350. While rates in Fond du Lac trend higher at around $6,800, other cities in the region offer competitively priced care. For example, in Madison, monthly fees run lower at roughly $5,973.
South Milwaukee
$6,183
Wisconsin
$5,500
The United States
$5,350
Fond du Lac
$6,800
Racine
$6,100
Madison
$5,973
Janesville
$6,044
South Milwaukee seniors who are frail and low-income may be able to receive help paying for services received in assisted living through the Family Care and Personal Care programs, although the services covered are limited.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
In South Milwaukee, assisted living communities set monthly fees near $6,183. This rate falls about $300 below the cost of home health care and comes in at nearly half the price of nursing home care, which hovers near $12,197 for semi-private rooms. However, seniors pay lower fees of approximately $4,767 for in-home care.Â
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,483
Assisted Living Facility
$6,183
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,197
Note: Since data for South Milwaukee is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Milwaukee, instead.
Finding the right assisted living facility in South Milwaukee is easier with professional help from information specialists, options counselors and long-term care advocates. The following table features local nonprofit programs and agencies that help seniors navigate their care options, apply for public benefits that can help pay for services and connect with social and recreational programming in the community. Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Grobschmidt Senior Center | (414) 768-8045 | The local senior center has a variety of educational, cultural, social and recreational programs for older adults in the South Milwaukee region. It hosts daily congregate meals, which individuals can sign up for in-person or over the phone. |
Milwaukee County Department on Aging | (414) 289-6874 | The Milwaukee County Department on Aging administers a range of programs and services to South Milwaukee residents aged 60 and over. It hosts online Medicare classes to help older adults understand their health insurance benefits, choose the right Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan and resolve issues related to denied claims. It also houses the region’s long-term care ombudsman program, which protects the rights of those in residential care. |
Milwaukee Regional Office | (800) 698-2411 | The Milwaukee VA Regional Office provides benefits counseling to older veterans and their spouses or survivors in South Milwaukee and the surrounding region. At this location, individuals are screened for eligibility for VA health insurance, medical care, counseling services and emergency financial assistance. The office can also help veterans apply for pension programs and Aid and Attendance or determine eligibility for veterans’ home placement, which can help control out-of-pocket care costs. |
Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee | (414) 727-5300 | The Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee provides free civil legal advice and assistance to those aged 50 and over. Its legal professionals help seniors access public benefits that may help cover assisted living, such as Medicaid, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. It can also help older adults address issues related to the quality of care in assisted living facilities. |
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program | (414) 488-6500 | RSVP has volunteer opportunities for those aged 55 and over in the South Milwaukee region. Through this program, older adults participate in pen pal programs, classroom tutoring and the Intergenerational Heritage Fair. They can also serve their community through food pantry support or as greeters and ushers at performing arts venues. |
South Milwaukee-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Kaye
5.0
Review of Franciscan Villa
I will be moving into Franciscan Villa. It's very beautiful, clean, and very nice. The room is ready to move in and very clean. The staff during the tour was very personable and nice. The dining...
Provider response
Hi Kaye! Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Franciscan Villa. We're thrilled to hear that you found our community beautiful, clean, and welcoming. Our team takes pride in providing...
Assisted Living
Reviewer RC#0521d
4.0
Review of Trustwell Living at Oak Creek Place
Mom was a past resident of Oak Creek Place. The dining room, the apartments, and the common areas were beautiful. It had a nice patio that was accessible to all residents directly off the dining...
Assisted Living
Mary
5.0
Review of Trustwell Living at Oak Creek Place
I visited Oak Creek Place. First, I was greeted by the woman in charge. Her name was Alison, and she was very friendly. She gave me a lot of information. We did take a tour of the facility. The...