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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Milwaukee, WI
Memory care in Milwaukee 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 is about $4,484 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 119 communities, read 1347 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Racine, Mukwonago and Slinger.
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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.
Wisconsin Lutheran Living Center is a caring, secure Christian environment for older adults who need a helping hand. Situated along the beautiful Menomonee River Parkway, our residence features 20 single room suites and 4 double room suites. Each spacious unit has a private bathroom,...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cudahy Place Senior Living is a small community based residential facility located in Cudahy, Wisconsin near Patrick Cudahy by Smithfield and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. We are ideal for residents who value their independence but would benefit from assistance with daily activities....
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I am giving Franciscan Place a 5 star, not because "everything" is perfect, that would be realistically impossible. However, they do take very good care of my mom and they strive to do their best. My mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Cost of memory care in Milwaukee, WI
The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee is $4,484 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Francis, WI with an average of $4,422 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Milwaukee, WI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Milwaukee, WI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Milwaukee
Recent reviews for memory care in Milwaukee
ProHealth Care Regency Senior Communities - Muskego
5.0
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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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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Oak Park Place Wauwatosa
5.0
I toured this facility it was very nice also a lovely place to place your loved ones. The staff are very helpful and professional I give this place 5 stars.
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Mixed experiences with staff attentiveness and friendliness. Reviews for various communities reveal a range of experiences with staff. At Aria at Mitchell Manor, care has deteriorated since a recent change in ownership, and some staff are neglectful in responding to resident needs. Conversely, at Heartis Village North Shore, staff are described as com ...
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Careful management of resident belongings. Concerns about missing or misplaced belongings surface in several community reviews. While some residents report having issues with lost items at Brookdale Brookfield Capitol Drive, others have no such issues at Azura Memory Care of Oak Creek and Heartis Village of Brookfield.
Consistent communication with families. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is crucial for maintaining peace of mind. Reviews for Heartis Village of Brookfield highlight the importance of regular conversations between staff and loved ones, while some families at Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Broo ...
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Varied activities to cater to diverse interests. Engaging activities for seniors are common across many communities. At Azura Memory Care of Oak Creek, residents enjoy activities like singing, games, and social events, while at Brookdale Brookfield Capitol Drive, staff organize gardening classes and museum outings. Activities are a source ...
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Thoroughly cleaned and maintained living spaces. Cleanliness is a top priority for many families when choosing a senior living community. At Heartis Village of Brookfield, both private rooms and common areas are pristine and well-maintained, as stated in several reviews. However, some residents at Brookdale Brookfield Capitol Drive have no ...
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Delicious and varied meal offerings. Quality meals are essential for maintaining overall well-being. At Azura Memory Care of Oak Creek, residents appreciate the chef's accommodations of dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while at Heartis Village of Brookfield, food is described as 'pretty good' overall. The dining ...
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Milwaukee review score based on 252 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 252 reviews of 104 Milwaukee memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Milwaukee 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 review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Milwaukee 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 252 reviews of 104 Milwaukee memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Milwaukee 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.Milwaukee, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Milwaukee memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milwaukee memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Milwaukee, 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 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 that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.2%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.1%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.9%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Milwaukee 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 Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.5%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.8%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Milwaukee 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 partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.3%
44.2%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Milwaukee 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milwaukee 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Milwaukee, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
28.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.5%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.5%
34.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
46.2%
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Related senior services in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
- Milwaukee County Veterans’ Services
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services | Medicaid
- Milwaukee County Department of Aging
- Local elder care attorneys can be found on the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys’ Find A Lawyer database
Milwaukee is not car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to rely on public transportation. Transit options in Milwaukee include MCTS, Lake Express High Speed Ferry, and Amtrak Hiawatha. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Milwaukee has robust biking infrastructure and is walkable.
Milwaukee offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Ascension Columbia St Mary’s Hospital Milwaukee and Aurora St Lukes Medical Center.
Best known for famous breweries and Brewers baseball, Milwaukee is a thriving city rich in cultural and historical attractions. Residents can spend their days exploring the many sights, flavors, and sounds of the Historic Third Ward, a revitalized warehouse district home to eclectic eateries, unique boutiques, and remarkable art. Whether it’s picking produce and gaining culinary knowledge in the Milwaukee Public Market or touring the famed Pabst Mansion, there’s plenty to see and do in Milwaukee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Fox Point, Oak Hill Terrace and Azura Memory Care of Oak Creek are the top-rated memory care facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 119 memory care facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The 119 memory care facilities near you in Milwaukee, 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, 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, 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, Wisconsin ranges from $1 to $12689. The average Memory Care cost in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $4,484. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin typically starts at $1. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Milwaukee
- Racine, Wisconsin
- Mukwonago, Wisconsin
- Slinger, Wisconsin
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- Germantown, Wisconsin
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- Muskego, Wisconsin
- New Berlin, Wisconsin
- Cedarburg, Wisconsin
- Caledonia, Wisconsin
- Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
- Butler, Wisconsin
- Brookfield, Wisconsin
- Glendale, Wisconsin
- Cudahy, Wisconsin
- South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Waukesha, Wisconsin
- Jackson, Wisconsin
- West Allis, Wisconsin
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