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The cost of independent living in Milwaukee County is about $3,338 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 185 options. Read 1513 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.

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Photo of ProHealth Regency Brookfield
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5's across the board. This place is amazing and my mother loves it. I'm so happy with ProHealth Regency in Brookfield. We would wholeheartedly recommend ProHealth Regency Senior Living to other families.
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.
ProHealth Regency Senior Communities - Brookfield has been serving seniors in Waukesha County for nearly 30 years. Regency – Brookfield senior living apartments and assisted living facility has it all – an incredible 23-acre campus that overlooks a quiet conservancy area with walking trails and...
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I just want to say that we love the staff! Every one of them has been friendly and helpful. We have not had a bad experience with any of the wonderful staff. That is so hard to find. I am SO grateful!
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.
When you’re ready to retire your housekeeping duties and home maintenance headaches and embrace all that retirement has to offer, then our community is ready and waiting for you. We are a dynamic assisted living community in Brookfield, Wis., just a short drive to Milwaukee, that also provides...
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We're so thankful we made the move to Discovery Commons Brookfield for our mom. She truly feels at home in her apartment, and seeing her happy brings such peace to our whole family. There have been a few...
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.
At our Heartis Village communities, we celebrate life, individuality, growth, learning, diversity, social prosperity and overall well-being. When you hear the term “Vibrant Life!” from a staff member or a resident, you’ll notice the phrase is encased with excitement and enthusiasm. That’s...
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I am currently a resident at ProHealth Care Regency New Berlin and everything has been great for me, so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, meals and activities are also great. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Regency New Berlin's 31 acre campus is ideally situated, midway between Waukesha and Milwaukee, close to many stores, restaurants and entertainment choices.  The campus'  innovative floor plan is interconnected and user friendly with multi levels of care available.You'll find every...
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The value for cost is always going up. It is a nice area. My brother feels safe. I live close to. I would definitely recommend this community to other families, I saw as I passed in hall 3 new occupants...
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.
Layton Terrace is a Laureate Group senior living community committed to serving those in Greenfield, Wisconsin. Many throughout Southeastern Milwaukee come to Layton Terrace because it’s in the heart of it all — 84SOUTH and Southridge Mall for shopping and restaurants, nearby beautiful parks, and...
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I like that the residents go on outings, and that staff take and share photos of the outings. Long term staff know her name and her routine. They can work on staff retention; I see new faces often, usually...
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.
At Azura, we recognize that every part of a person’s day creates a beautiful MOSAIC that when properly put together supports them to live vibrantly. Using our MOSAIC philosophy, we strive to ensure that we know how we can personalize each resident’s care and find moments of joy to enhance their...
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All are 5. The food is excellent, cooked by a chef. Wonderful activities. Clean facility. Kind staff. Yes, we would definitely recommend Heritage West community to other families based on the experience so...
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.
ASSISTED LIVING: Heritage West Allis offers the latest in high design in an elegant yet affordable 40-unit Assisted Living Community. Solid wood doors and trim, granite countertops, and antique bronze finished fixtures appoint this unparalleled choice.Our small size allows us to personalize care...
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I am writing for my sister, coming up on one year in the memory care unit at OPP. After visiting a number of area homes, we decided that OPP was the best fit, and this was an excellent decision. The...
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.
A new beginning awaits at Oak Park Place in Wauwatosa. It's centrally located just west of Milwaukee off I 94 and the U.S 45 freeway, close to anywhere and everywhere in the Milwaukee metro area! Our nursing home is great due to the amenities, the staff, and the friendly, cozy community...
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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.
Photo of The Landmark of West Allis
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My loved one has recently moved into this community and he is absolutely loving it here. He says he loves it and could have not picked a better place to live. I love that there is a lot of things for him to...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 heart of West Allis and metropolitan Milwaukee, The Landmark has become a warm and comfortable home for many residents who enjoy the deluxe amenities of the facility and the proximity to the neighborhoods they know and love. Choose from a variety of spacious 1 & 2 bedroom...
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Photo of Clare Terrace
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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.
Bright airy apartmentsKitchenettes with microwave and refrigeratorPrivate bathrooms with walk-in showersHeat and electricity includedA beautiful, stained-glass chapel open to all faithsBeauty and barber salonWeekly housekeepingComplimentary laundry service
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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.
Golden View Assisted Living is the one place whee seniors can go that supports interacting with peers and encourages residents to get out and move. Located in beautiful Milwaukee, Wisconsin, this assisted living facility is the place whee elderly individuals can retain their freedom with the...
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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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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 Chopin encourages an active lifestyle balanced with the carefree living you desire, and the comfort and security you expect. Choose from a variety of apartment styles with unique and well-designed features. Several apartment styles include patios, balconies, and washer/dryer connections. All...
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We love it here our apt is nice and we have a full kitchen, but we also have the option of going to the dining room if we don't feel like cooking. We have great neighbors and the staff here are excellent. ...
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.
The Polonaise Assisted Living in Milwaukee is the perfect lifestyle choice for seniors who request or require some assistance with their activities of daily living. With a 24-hour staff to support you, you're encouraged to take advantage of the resort-style amenities on-site, as well as the...
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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 at the Woodland Ridge of Greenfield, WI, the Crestview 55+ Adult Community is proud to provide an excellent choice in housing for active adults. Crestview offers 76 income eligible apartments in one- and two- bedroom floor plans. While located close to all the shopping, restaurants, and...
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We are so greatful that we found this apartment for my mom. It is trendy looking, the rent is reasonable, the neighbors are very friendly. There are plenty of activities if you want to partake in them. If...
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.
High Grove 55+ Adult Community sits on the Woodland Ridge of Greenfield campus which incorporates a mature wooded conservancy. High Grove has 61 luxurious one and two bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. Visit High Grove to see in person what this beautiful property has to offer.
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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.
Hill Crest 55+ Adult Community is a 41 unit apartment building situated in the Woodland Ridge neighborhood in a warm and friendly community.
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It is good so far for me, I am a new resident. Everything in my apartment is fine. There is no staff here to help. They do have some activities here for participation.
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.
Prairie Hill 55+ Adult Community sits on the Woodland Ridge of Greenfield campus which incorporates a mature wooded conservancy. Prairie Hill has 68 one and two bedroom income eligible apartments for persons 55 and better. Come visit this beautiful property to see all that it has to offer.
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Acess to Old Town in Wauwastosa is a 15 minute walk. Traiils to the Country Grounds lead from the Harwood Campus. Garden plots available to all residents. Some apartments have acess to the grounds or...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Harwood Place Retirement Community is nestled on 15 acres of natural beauty, set back from the main roads and cushioned by woodlands. Located blocks from the heart of Wauwatosa (get directions) we're minutes from fine restaurants, great shopping, entertainment, churches and the regional medical...
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My dad has not had one complaint since he has moved in here. He toured this facility 3 times, he enjoyed that the room sizes were big and the meals were fantastic. I would say the friendliness and...
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.
If you or a loved one are looking for a caring, vibrant senior community, Clement Manor is the perfect choice. With a highly experienced staff, newly remodeled facility and a wide range of amenities, our goal is to provide ongoing care that goes above and beyond. You have options. Our continuum...
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We chose St. Rita Square because they were flexible in regards to what your needs are. They have also remained flexible throughout our time here. They have a ton of amenities available and it is in a great...
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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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.
The Villa of Greenfield is a very active home offering many activities, and group outings. Our home is designed for 42 residents. We can give assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, medication monitoring and dressing in a home like atmosphere with plenty of tender loving care...
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I recently moved into this community and have no complaints about how things are going. I would have to say my favorite thing is the layout and the floor plan of the studio they gave to me. It came with 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.
Faircrest Apartments is a 55+ Senior Community nestled in a neighborhood of single family homes in the City of St. Francis with convenient access to the 794-Lake Park Freeway. Built in 1993, the traditional brick and sided two-story building contains 43 (24 one bedroom and 19 two bedroom)...
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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.
The Suites at Greenfield Assisted Livingis located in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Conveniently located on Highway 41 aka South 27th Street, the residence offers 47 assisted living units. The attractive architecture is welcoming and has a home-like feel. The apartments are smartly decorated with...
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Cost of independent living in Milwaukee County, WI

The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee County is $3,338 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Francis, WI with an average of $3,292 per month.

Independent living costs in Milwaukee County, WI, vs. nearby counties

Milwaukee County, WI
$3,338/mo

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

Milwaukee County, WI
$3,338/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,584/mo
Independent Living
$3,338/mo

Independent living costs in Milwaukee County, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,792/mo
Studio
$5,095/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,696/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,287/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.
Independent Living$3,338/mo$3,544/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,537/mo$4,403/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,584/mo$4,433/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Milwaukee County, WI:$3,338/mo
Wisconsin:$3,544/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Milwaukee County, WI:$4,537/mo
Wisconsin:$4,403/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Milwaukee County, WI:$4,584/mo
Wisconsin:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Milwaukee County, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living 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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Independent living cost trends in Milwaukee County, WI

The table below shows how monthly independent living 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$2,230/mo$2,376/mo-6.1%
Wisconsin$2,730/mo$2,883/mo-5.3%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Milwaukee County, WI
2024 average cost:$2,230/mo
2023 average cost:$2,376/mo
Percent change:-6.1%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$2,730/mo
2023 average cost:$2,883/mo
Percent change:-5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 independent living in Milwaukee County

Recent reviews for independent living in Milwaukee County

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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LakeHouse Menomonee in Menomonee Falls, WI

4.8
The staff members are all definitely friendly, and we do think they offer good activities. We think it is nicely ran, everyone there is very nice. We would recommend this community to a family or friend.

Marquette Manor in South Milwaukee, WI

5.0
After 20 years of taking care of my mom, we decided it would be best for her to start living on her own. It was a tough transition, but [Removed], the manager, made it so easy for her to feel at home. She addresses concerns and needs right away and makes sure that all of the residents feel ...
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Milwaukee County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milwaukee County independent living 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 dietary accommodations in Milwaukee County 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 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
12.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Milwaukee County 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 Milwaukee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Milwaukee County, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milwaukee County 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 Milwaukee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Milwaukee County, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.4%
46.4%
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