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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Milwaukee County, WI

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Memory care in Milwaukee County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Milwaukee County is about $4,626 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 123 communities, read 1680 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The owner is very friendly and very helpful. I think there is an aid or two that could use some improvement - there is one that my mother doesn't really like. I think it is very valuable - I'm getting what I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Bluemound Home is our 20 bed home we accept residents who are both ambulatory and semi-ambulatory. Our residents can use canes, walkers or wheelchairs.The second floor is easily accessible by elevator.  Every room is private,with own bathroom. Families may decorate and bring in...
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I would recommend other families come check it out. It's clean. The staff are very friendly. And overall it's a nice place for my loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Lexington Heritage is a charming 20-unit Assisted Living Community located in Greenfield, Wisconsin, offering seniors the opportunity to enjoy their current lifestyle and maintain independence in a quaint setting. Choose between studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Within each...
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Seemed to be a smooth process. My loved one had a lot of the paperwork move in work. We would recommend the facility. The best thing is all residents can walk around the facility, they are not locked in....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
This is a beautiful new assisted living facility that specializes in caring for seniors. The facility sits on 6 acres of wooded property that butts right up to the golf course. There are 19 Assisted Living apartments and 24 Memory Care suites. The facility captures all the benefits of a small...
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I like the care that my father is getting here. The food is very good. My father is happy doing a lot of the activities with others. We are happy with the cleanliness of the community. The staff are very...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nothing can replace the special comfort and security you feel at home. That's why all of us at Adava Care of St. Francis are devoted to helping you make your home with us. While others may expect you to adapt to their rules, you'll find that we adapt to you.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in Franklin, Wisconsin, Clifden Court East is an assisted living community that focuses on quality of life by providing extraordinary care. From local treasures such as Trimborn Farm and the Victorian Era State Historic Site to the newly remodeled Southridge Mall, your home will be part...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in Franklin, Wisconsin, Clifden Court West is an assisted living community that focuses on quality of life by providing extraordinary care. From local treasures such as Trimborn Farm and the Victorian Era State Historic Site to the newly remodeled Southridge Mall, your home will be part...
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Our experience with Ramsey Woods has been really good so far, the people are absolutely perfect, pleasant and so nice to you. They pay attention to the people there and all of their needs, the nurses are on...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Mitchell Suites Cudahy is designed to give you the utmost in personal care and attention while offering a relaxed, friendly, worry-free living environment.
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My mother spent her last months at Mathews. My sisters and I are so grateful we found this small caring community. Mom was very reclusive and it was so important to her to have a private room. The staff was...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Adava Care of Oak Creek is devoted to helping you make your home with us. While others may expect you to adapt to their rules, you'll find that we adapt to you.Discover our refreshingly different approach to assisted living. We are small and located in residential neighborhoods, so you'll enjoy a...
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I would really like to thank [name removed] for all her assistance moving my brother into Applewood New Berlin. She went above and beyond making the transition go smooth on moving day. I wasn't able to go...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Robin’s Landing is focused on our residents’ health, wellness, and personal enrichment. Our amenities include a beautiful spa room, spacious activities area, and a multi-media center where residents can enjoy their favorite movies and sporting events. We provide beauty/barber services,...
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The thing I like about Sylvan Crossings and a few others is they don't make you put any endowment in. I also like that it's very small, my husband is more introverted. It's in a suburb, far away from any...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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Mom had a pretty good experience with the rehabilitation department. The food was excellent. The community was beautiful. Mom did not feel the therapists were as good as the ones at the community she is at...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Congregational Home is a non-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a Rare Full Continuum of Care for seniors: Short-Term Subacute Rehabilitation, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing Home Care and Hospice Care – all under one roof. ...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Robin’s Landing is focused on our residents’ health, wellness, and personal enrichment. Our amenities include a beautiful spa room, spacious activities area, and a multi-media center where residents can enjoy their favorite movies and sporting events. We provide beauty/barber services,...
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The ladies there are outstanding. They treat the people like they are their family. Very home like setting. [name removed] really goes the extra mile to help my mom. My mom is getting great care at New...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Offering: Memory CareNew Perspective’s Brookfield senior living apartment and cottage community is located just South of I-94 on Greenfield Avenue, between Calhoun and Moreland Road. The attractive cottages away from the hustle and bustle of the city create a sense of familiarity and comfort that...
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Everything is fine, some bumps to smooth out initially but cleanliness, friendliness, food, and quality of care are all 5. Of '5' is perfection- nothing is perfect, but given the monumental needs and...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Franklin Place Memory Care!Franklin Place Memory Care brings together a compassionate team of professionals who are dedicated to person-centered care and providing residents with a high quality of life. We strive to protect, engage, and love people with memory loss.
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I haven't had any problems with this community. My mother is doing well since her mover here. I know she is safe, and in good hands. They have a very nice staff , and they are taking good care of her, and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Basic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs,...
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I have no complaints about how things went for my mother while she was living at this community. The staff treated her just like family and where very attentive to all of her needs. I could have not asked...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Creek Side Terrace is one of the highly-regarded Holiday retirement properties, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We are proud to offer a full range of senior living amenities and a dignified and graceful living environment conveniently close to world-class medical facilities, shopping,...
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It's a nice, new place. The people are nice and it's close to where my mother lived anyway so she's still in the neighborhood. It's really clean because it's new and they keep up with it very well. They have...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Creek Side Manor is a small, semi-private assisted living community nestled in the rural suburb of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, just outside of Milwaukee. Living so close to the vibrant city, residents have access to a wealth of cultural and historical avenues of entertainment. In addition, the area...
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[Name removed] the owner works hard and is very loyal to the residents that live here. They definitely trust her. Last time I visited the building there was a line of residents waiting by her office. She...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
South Milwaukee Group Home's staff members are hand-picked and among the most highly skilled in the assisted living industry. They understand the needs of our residents and work around the clock, seven days a week to help fulfill those needs. They are kind, caring and compassionate. Residents...
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We are very pleased so far with The Cornerstone of Oak Creek community. The staff is friendly and caring and attentive to her care needs. It has a very warm and homey atmosphere. There are not a lot of...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cornerstone of Oak Creek is a 36-apartment assisted-living residence that has been serving the Oak Creek, Wisconsin community for more than 20 years. Through the passionate pursuit of excellent care and superior service, we help make the your treasured years fulfilling, purposeful and enjoyable...
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Make sure they assist the resident correctly. We chose Heritage Court because it was close to me and the safety equipment. Also it was, is memory care. I think the rooms are alright, some are larger than...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Heritage Court Memory Care Community is located in the southeast portion of beautiful Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. We specialize in the care of residents with Alzheimer's disease or related memory loss. Our two 18-suite neighborhoods offer residents private furnished or unfurnished accommodations...
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I seldom write reviews but want to take time to thank the incredible caregivers, plus [name removed]and [name removed], for the awesome job they do taking care of loved ones. The nurses, food, cleanliness,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
 Franciscan Villa is a not-for-profit health organization that provides a continuum of care through: Spiritual services. We are committed to honoring the different faith traditions and diverse spiritualities of all our residents, and we offer weekly Mass in our chapel and monthly Protestant...
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The skilled nursing facility I feel is above average compared to most nursing homes. The nursing staff is dedicated and make sure the residents are receiving good care. If I have family needed short term...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Trinity Village is a leader in senior living offering a complete spectrum of care and lifestyle choices on a single campus. Part independent living, part assisted living, part skilled nursing and part transitional care, we offer a tiered approach to the aging process, accommodating the changing...
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I would recommend the facility because the residents were all so friendly. We had two cases of thievery from the room. One was a wallet. As for the food: great hamburgers. The dinners from the kitchen were...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Alexian Village offers beautiful surroundings, distinctive services, innovative lifestyle programs and high-quality care which are rooted in the Alexian Brothers 800 year legacy of care and Alexian Village's outstanding hospitality. Alexian Village is a fully accredited 'Continuing Care...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in Milwaukee County, WI

The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee County is $4,626 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cudahy, WI with an average of $4,613 per month.

Memory care costs in Milwaukee County, WI, vs. nearby counties

Milwaukee County, WI
$4,626/mo

Memory care costs in Milwaukee County, WI, vs. state and national averages

Milwaukee County, WI
$4,626/mo
U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

Memory care costs in Milwaukee County, WI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
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Memory care costs in Milwaukee County, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,318/mo
Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
$8,600/mo

Senior living costs in Milwaukee County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Milwaukee County, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMilwaukee County, WIWisconsinU.S.
Memory Care$4,626/mo$4,455/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$4,572/mo$4,424/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$3,370/mo$3,567/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
Milwaukee County, WI:$4,626/mo
Wisconsin:$4,455/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
Milwaukee County, WI:$4,572/mo
Wisconsin:$4,424/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
Milwaukee County, WI:$3,370/mo
Wisconsin:$3,567/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Memory care costs in Milwaukee County, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Milwaukee County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Milwaukee County, WI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Milwaukee County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Milwaukee County, WI$7,541/mo$7,222/mo+4.4%
Wisconsin$6,908/mo$6,649/mo+3.9%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Milwaukee County, WI
2024 average cost:$7,541/mo
2023 average cost:$7,222/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$6,908/mo
2023 average cost:$6,649/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Milwaukee County

Recent reviews for memory care in Milwaukee County

Heritage Lake Country in Hartland, WI

4.0
We chose this community for my mom so she can be as independent as possible. When she needs help the staff is great. They have lots of activities that she enjoys doing like the exercise classes, cooking classes they go out on field-trips and have movie nights. She eats well and balanced. ...
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ProHealth Regency Brookfield

4.0
It is now a Capri community. There are changes in the staff that have occurred but the quality remains stable. The staffing could improve internal communication.

Milwaukee Catholic Home, a CCRC

5.0
My mom enjoyed her stay in rehab after a cardiac procedure. The staff are warm, caring and very professional. The food is excellent! She raved about the therapists and how encouraging and knowledgeable everyone was during her stay. She appreciated the programs and ease of going to mass and ...
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Milwaukee County review score based on 280 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 280 reviews of 110 Milwaukee County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Milwaukee County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Milwaukee County review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Milwaukee County, WI110 facilities
7.7
West Milwaukee, WI118 facilities
7.6
West Allis, WI110 facilities

Review subcategories for Milwaukee County memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 280 reviews of 110 Milwaukee County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Milwaukee County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Milwaukee County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milwaukee County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Milwaukee County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Milwaukee County memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Milwaukee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Milwaukee County, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.5%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.5%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.1%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Milwaukee County memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Milwaukee County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Milwaukee County, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.4%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.2%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.6%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Milwaukee County memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Milwaukee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Milwaukee County, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.6%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.6%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
40.9%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.5%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Milwaukee County memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Milwaukee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Milwaukee County, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.7%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.5%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milwaukee County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Milwaukee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Milwaukee County, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
55.5%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.2%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.3%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.5%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.3%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
30.9%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Milwaukee County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Wisconsin memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Milwaukee County protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Library Square, Laurel Oaks and The Terraces at Oak Creek are the top-rated memory care facilities near Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 123 memory care facilities near Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin are Oak Hill Terrace, Library Square and StoryPoint Mequon. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 123 memory care facilities near you in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin ranges from $695 to $12689. The average Memory Care cost in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin is $4,626. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin typically starts at $695. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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