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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 $4,636 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 117 communities, read 1537 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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
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.
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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Milwaukee, WI

The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee is $4,636 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cudahy, WI with an average of $4,594 per month.

Memory care costs in Milwaukee, WI, vs. nearby cities

Milwaukee, WI
$4,636/mo
$4,658/mo

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

Milwaukee, WI
$4,636/mo
U.S. national average
$4,979/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,636/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,902/mo
Studio
$5,388/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,907/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,584/mo

Senior living costs in Milwaukee 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, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMilwaukee, WIWisconsinU.S.
Memory Care$4,636/mo$4,444/mo$4,979/mo
Assisted Living$4,572/mo$4,413/mo$4,723/mo
Independent Living$3,377/mo$3,553/mo$4,181/mo
Memory Care
Milwaukee, WI:$4,636/mo
Wisconsin:$4,444/mo
U.S.:$4,979/mo
Assisted Living
Milwaukee, WI:$4,572/mo
Wisconsin:$4,413/mo
U.S.:$4,723/mo
Independent Living
Milwaukee, WI:$3,377/mo
Wisconsin:$3,553/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
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Memory care costs in Milwaukee, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Milwaukee 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, WI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Milwaukee 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, WI$7,215/mo$7,231/mo-0.2%
Wisconsin$6,918/mo$6,693/mo+3.4%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Milwaukee, WI
2024 average cost:$7,215/mo
2023 average cost:$7,231/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$6,918/mo
2023 average cost:$6,693/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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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

Recent reviews for memory care in Milwaukee

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

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 Discovery Commons North Shore, staff are described as c ...
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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 Discovery Commons Brookfield.
Consistent communication with families. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is crucial for maintaining peace of mind. Reviews for Discovery Commons Brookfield highlight the importance of regular conversations between staff and loved ones, while some families at Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Brook ...
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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 Discovery Commons 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 not ...
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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 Discovery Commons Brookfield, food is described as 'pretty good' overall. The dining ...
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Milwaukee review score based on 286 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 286 reviews of 103 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

7.9
Milwaukee, WI103 facilities
7.9
Wauwatosa, WI117 facilities
7.9
West Milwaukee, WI118 facilities

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 286 reviews of 103 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
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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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
69.9%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80.6%
69.2%
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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
66%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.3%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.3%
25.8%
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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
24.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.6%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
39.8%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.6%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.6%
20.8%
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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
42.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.4%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
30.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
22.5%
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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
52.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.3%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.1%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.3%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
32%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.2%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Milwaukee

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 protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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 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

Library Square, Hickory Park Senior Living and Laurel Oaks are the top-rated memory care facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 117 memory care facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The 117 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 $695 to $12689. The average Memory Care cost in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $4,636. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Milwaukee, 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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