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8765 W Forest Home Ave, Greenfield, WI 53228
3.2
(11 reviews)
"My relative has moved into The Villa of Greenfield. It's very nice and very clean. They give extra care to the people living there. They're thoughtful and considerate. They go the extra mile. It was very well kept. They have bingo and games. Over the..."
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10441 South Nicholson Road, Oak Creek, WI 53154
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Elizabeth Residence has nice grounds, but it's an older place. The person that took me around was nice. It’s a small community -- only 18 patients -- and it was not the cleanest place either. The staff seemed to be hard at work, cordial, and maybe a ..."
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W150 N11127 Fond du Lac Ave., Germantown, WI 53022
2.5
(2 reviews)
"We are choosing Ellen's Home of Germantown South for my husband because it seemed like a good fit for him. It was more sparsely populated and there was more room for him since people weren't right on top of each other. The place was very neat and the..."
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1904 E Belleview Place, Milwaukee, WI 53211
2.5
(2 reviews)
"We went to visit Abundant Life Manor assisted living facility while in the area, searching for a place for our aunt to live. They graciously allowed us to take a tour, despite the fact that we did not have an appointment. We could immediately see t..."
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10995 N Market St, Mequon, WI 53092
2.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Teal Shores Senior Living. It's a nice place. It's very clean. It's just that the memory care wing is pretty exclusive. The room that was available from my mom faced the courtyard that was just a bunch of swampy grass, and it was in the wron..."
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3210 E. Ramsey Ave., Cudahy, WI 53110
"Ramsey Woods Assisted Living offers gracious residential living in a home-like setting in Cudahy, Wisconsin. Our community is located on bea..."
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W194N16744 Eagle Drive, Jackson, WI 53037
"Our warm and inviting assisted-living residence is located in your community. Close to friends, family and the neighborhood youre familiar w..."
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5151 N 45th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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4660 W Brentwood Court, Milwaukee, WI 53223
"The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised..."
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10401 W Bradley Road, Milwaukee, WI 53224
"At Ameira Orchids Assisted Living, we ensure the safety and comfort of our residents. Our home is designed to give each resident a sense of ..."
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8011 W Brentwood Ct, Milwaukee, WI 53223
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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5157 N. 45th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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7932 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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7927 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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5708 N 90th St, Milwaukee, WI 53225
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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330 Arbor Point Ave, West Bend, WI 53095
"Our Mission To provide high quality, affordable care within the holistic model, touching the residents physical, psychological, and spiritu..."
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8120 W Bender Ave (#1 - #4), Milwaukee, WI 53218
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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8246 W. Casper, Milwaukee, WI 53223
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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8128 W Clovernook, Milwaukee, WI 53223
" The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprise..."
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8104 S 35TH St., Franklin, WI 53132
"Sky Residential group homes are home-like places where your loved one can enjoy their life and you can feel good about your choice. We know ..."
READ MORESeniors in Waukesha pay $5,324 per month for assisted living, which is significantly more than the respective state and national norms of $4,600 and $4,500. While rates in Racine are a little higher than in Waukesha at $5,450, seniors typically find more affordable care in other cities in the region. In Oshkosh, rates average $5,157, and seniors pay about $520 less for care in Madison than in Waukesha. Rates in Janesville are even more competitive at $4,600 per month.
Waukesha
$5,324
Wisconsin
$4,600
United States
$4,500
Janesville
$4,600
Madison
$4,800
Racine
$5,450
Oshkosh
$5,157
In Waukesha, assisted living facilities charge median monthly rates of $5,324.
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
Compared to other long-term care options in the region, assisted living is an economical choice, with monthly fees averaging $5,324. This is considerably more affordable than the cost of in-home care or home health care, which come in at $6,101 per month. Nursing home care, which is for those who need around-the-clock medical care and monitoring, costs twice as much as assisted living with rates starting at $10,872. Only adult day health care, which doesn’t include housing, is more affordable at $1,322 per month.
In-Home Care
$6,101
Home Health Care
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$1,322
Assisted Living Facility
$5,324
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,872
Note: Data for Waukesha was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Milwaukee, was used instead.
Seniors in Waukesha can connect with a range of nonprofit agencies and programs in the region for help with navigating the system and choosing the right long-term care option. These agencies also provide social and recreational activities and age-friendly volunteer opportunities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging | (608) 243-5670 | The Area Agency on Aging offers a congregate meal program and transportation services to support the independence and quality of life of Waukesha residents aged 60 and over. The agency can also help older veterans access the state and federal benefits and community-based services they’re entitled to. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Center of Waukesha County | (262) 548-7848 | The county’s ADRC serves as a single entry point for community-based services and state and federally-funded benefits. Through this organization, seniors get free assistance with enrolling in Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, health insurance and financial assistance programs. |
| Waukesha County Division of Veterans Services | (262) 548-7732 | The county’s Division of Veterans Services is headquartered in Waukesha and can help veterans and their dependents or survivors obtain benefits, such as pensions, health care and Aid and Attendance. The office also provides referrals for programs in the community, such as durable medical equipment loan programs and transportation services. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 815-0015 | The long-term care ombudsman can help older adults compare prices and amenities at assisted living facilities throughout the state and understand move-in processes. The ombudsman can also represent seniors' interests in cases regarding unfair practices, unexpected bills or disputes with assisted living staff members. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (262) 549-3348 | RSVP is a nationally recognized program that provides volunteer opportunities to those aged 55 and over. Through this program, seniors get free placement assistance and training, letting them connect with volunteer opportunities that fit their interests and abilities. |
| 55+ Programs | (262) 567-4288 | Waukesha’s 55+ Program features social and recreational activities for area seniors, including table games, live entertainment, open-forum discussions with community leaders and fitness classes. Seniors can also participate in AARP Smart Driver courses, helping them maintain their independence. |
| Legal Action of Wisconsin | (855) 278-7722 | Legal Aid of Wisconsin has licensed legal professionals who provide free advocacy and assistance to those aged 60 and over in civil legal matters, such as advance planning and applying for public benefits. The office can also help with issues such as Social Security overpayment or canceled health insurance policies. |
Waukesha Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
CW2024
5.0
Review of Mission Creek
I toured Mission Creek. It was very nice and quiet. They had a nice meal schedule. The rooms were nice. It looked like they had activities and a little garden where people could sit outside and...
Assisted Living
CW2024
5.0
Review of Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living
I toured Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living. It was much larger than the other facility. There were more people around. They all seemed happy. The staff was very efficient. It was a larger place. So...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#AT0208
5.0
Review of Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living
Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living was a very, very nice place. It was bigger, larger. The two ladies gave us a very big tour of the place. They offer a lot, full meals, and full care. They offer...
Provider response
Hello! We want to thank you for leaving a positive review with us. Here at Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living, we strive to give our residents, family members, and staff excellent care. We hope to...
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