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The cost of independent living in Jefferson is about $2,639 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 593 options.

Read 5730 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Janesville, Oconomowoc and Sun Prairie.

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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Evergreen Park is a senior housing community situated in Cedarburg, Ozaukee County, WI. Cedarburg, which is located near the shores of Lake Michigan, is a picturesque town with an abundance of amenities. This city is home to many specialty shops, art galleries, quaint restaurants, restored inns...
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I recommend 100%! A friendly, involved, & extra kind community. [name removed] is a very hard working, motivated & welcoming Manager, & [name removed] running the office also, is very sweet. I’ve lived here...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Located in the Village of Kewaskum, Maple Dale Manor of Kewaskum offers home-like comfort along with 24-hour care and supervision. We are a state-licensed CBRF (Community-Based Residential Facility) providing trained staff and nurse management. We offer medication management, housekeeping, 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hedwig House is managed by Capri Communities. Our mission is to foster quality of life and independent living for older adults, by providing appropriate and affordable housing and by facilitating access to services. Residents of Hedwig House must be at least 62 years of age and are required to...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
McAuley Apartments offer affordable housing apartments as well as market rate apartments. Located on Milwaukee’s Lower East side, McAuley Apartments is blocks away from Lake Michigan. The area provides seasonally changing scenery plus hiking and biking trails, tennis courts and all the city...
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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.
Nothing can replace the special comfort and security you feel at home. That's why all of us at Adava Care of Glendale 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.
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.
Nothing can replace the special comfort and security you feel at home. That’s why all of us at Matthews Assisted Living & Memory Care 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.Discover our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
At Ovation Chai Point we celebrate life every day. We may celebrate it with guest speakers from the local university, while the next day we may celebrate it with the Shabbat. The important thing is that we acknowledge the blessing of life and take advantage of it as fully as possible. In the...
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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.
Our assisted living facility is a great option for those who need some assistance with daily personal care and/or memory care. We are located on the beautifully landscaped grounds of Ingleside Communities' campus setting and offer private studios with bathrooms, featuring a continuum of care...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It's very good. My mom is just living on a fixed income so it's a little tight but it's well worth the move. She's always got something to do. They have different gatherings like for Halloween they had a...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the neighborhoods of the picturesque city of Oak creek, Milwaukee County, WI, The Centennial is a senior housing community that aims at giving its residents an independent life. From the moment you walk through the gates of the centennial, the breathtaking terrain our community is...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Apartments at Elizabeth ResidenceThe Apartments at Elizabeth Residence is a family owned and operated assisted living community located in the village of Bayside, Wisconsin. The sleepy little village is located only miles from Milwaukee and is a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Friendly and personable staff await you at our private, residential care apartments (aka independent living apartments) designed for older adults with minimal care needs who appreciate independence and maintenance-free living. Our spacious apartments feature kitchenettes, private baths, ample...
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Overall the community is nice, staff is very friendly, community clean and well maintained. There is a handyman onsite that is very helpful. The apartments facing the parking get really hot in the summer....
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mequon Court Mequon Court is a senior housing complex located in Mequon, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin. Mequon is a small community on the coast of Lake Michigan. The town is home to hundreds of acres of parks and recreation areas. Mequon Court is situated on a quiet street not far from shopping,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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A relative of mine received her rehab care at Milwaukee Catholic Home and had an excellent experience! The staff were caring, thoughtful, and intuitive to her needs. She enjoyed the food and the services...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.

Cost of independent living in Jefferson, WI

The average cost of senior living in Jefferson is $2,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waukesha, WI with an average of $2,424 per month.

Independent living costs in Jefferson, WI, vs. state and national averages

Jefferson, WI
$2,639/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Jefferson, WI, vs. other senior living options

$6,837/mo
Independent Living
$2,639/mo

Independent living costs in Jefferson, WI, by floor plan type

1 Bedroom
$2,855/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,964/mo

Senior living costs in Jefferson 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: Jefferson, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJefferson, WIWisconsinU.S.
Independent Living$2,639/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,581/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,837/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Jefferson, WI:$2,639/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Jefferson, WI:$5,581/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Jefferson, WI:$6,837/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Jefferson

Recent reviews for independent living in Jefferson

Regency 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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Hallowstone at Middleton

5.0
Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Jefferson independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jefferson independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Jefferson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jefferson, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.9%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
23%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.2%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.5%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Jefferson independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Jefferson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jefferson, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
19.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jefferson independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Jefferson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jefferson, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
29.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.7%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.6%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
34%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
14.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.1%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.7%
47.6%
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