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Activities have picked up nicely. The staff is very friendly and always looking out for the residents. We really like the location. It's close to all medical and stores. Mom's apartment is very roomy with a...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our senior living community in Menomonee Falls, WI, is a warm, lively environment where our residents get compassionate care and help with their daily routine. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to...
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Moms been here for 10 years. The staff are like family and it’s quiet clean and the apartments new and up to date. There’s a Lake Geneva trip coming up and usually something scheduled to do. There’s a nice...
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.
Forest Ridge, a Wimmer Senior Community, is your affordable hometown senior community. We feature 259 residences with 1 bedroom, 2 bedrooms with 2 bath, and 1 bedroom with den apartments, many with patio or balcony. If you join our community as an independent resident and your needs change, you...
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Brookdale Brookfield Assisted Living has been a good choice for our family member. They provide a safe, caring environment with many activities inside and outside the building. The onsite Physical and...
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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Very nice size apartments. They offer free cleaning 2 times monthly heat and electricity included only must get a microwave and cable on your own. Staff are very friendly and extremely helpful with anything...
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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Just a very wide variety of care. From independent to end of life. And a resident once out of money can be put on Medicaid and stay. Most staff are wonderful. Very friendly and helpful.
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.
Luther Manor’s Wauwatosa Life Plan Community offers a wide range of programs and services including Independent Living, Supportive Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Hospice Care.We know you have options. We are grateful that you’re considering Luther Manor...
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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
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cedar Glen Independent Living Community for adults 55 and better is the first component of a 17 acre multi-family housing development in the city of Wauwatosa. The 80 unit senior housing building, which opened March 2012, offers income affordable apartment homes for those with low to moderate...
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Review from our experience in June 2023 - There were multiple changes in management while we were there. The current Director had only been there for a few months before my mom passed, so I don't know if...
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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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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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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Photo of Bluemound Home
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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
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.
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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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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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...
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.
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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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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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
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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 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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The Décor caught our attention, then after touring and speaking with staff we made our decision. Very friendly and caring staff.
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.
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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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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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
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.
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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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
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.
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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Oaks Landing features premier 55+ apartments in Glendale, WI for a maintenance-free lifestyle. Our beautifully designed one and two bedroom apartments offer a refined style priced at an attractive rate in your North Shore neighborhood.You will be impressed with our spacious floor plans, open...
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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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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Wauwatosa, WI

The average cost of senior living in Wauwatosa is $3,330 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cudahy, WI with an average of $3,229 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wauwatosa, WI vs. nearby cities

Wauwatosa, WI
$3,330/mo
$3,301/mo
$3,316/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wauwatosa, WI vs. the state and national average

Wauwatosa, WI
$3,330/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Wauwatosa vs. other types of senior living

$4,552/mo
Independent Living
$3,330/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Wauwatosa, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$6,170/mo
Studio
$4,904/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,115/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,897/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wauwatosa over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wauwatosa

Recent reviews for independent living in Wauwatosa

Birchrock Castle in Mukwonago, WI

5.0
I would recommend Birchrock Castle to others because it's small, family-like, cozy and clean. My mom has been there for less than a month, so I'm not sure about the food, and my mom is not fussy, but I heard the food is homemade. The staff is kind. Communication with the family has been good, so ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Varied activities to cater to residents' interests. Several reviews highlight the wide range of activities provided by different communities, keeping residents engaged and active. At New Perspective North Shore, residents enjoy a monthly ambitious schedule full of opportunities, while Library Square mentions friendly and patient staff that ac ...
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Thoughtful and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently praise the friendly and welcoming nature of community staff members. At Oak Hill Terrace, staff is described as very friendly and patient, while Convent Hill notes the extra kindness shown by manager [name removed]. At Holiday Village at the Falls, although some staffi ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of the facility. Multiple reviews emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of various facilities. At The Arboretum, residents mention the clean and quiet living environment, while Holiday Village at the Falls expresses satisfaction with the kept common areas. However, some residents note maintenance challenges s ...
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Flexible independent living options. Several reviews comment on the freedom and flexibility that comes with independent living. At Layton Terrace, residents appreciate the availability of larger apartments with multiple bathrooms and full kitchens. Others, like Maria Linden Senior Living, mention the convenience of having pets. ...
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Warm and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews frequently mention the warmth and friendliness present in various communities. At Maria Linden Senior Living, the management and staff are described as friendly and helpful, while Regency Brookfield notes the caring community atmosphere. Residents at Laurel Oaks and Oak Hill Terra ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. Residents and their families frequently mention the quality and variety of meal options offered at different communities. At New Perspective North Shore, the menu options are praised, while Hart Park Square notes the excellent food and food services. Some residents, like those at Howard Vil ...
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Wauwatosa independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wauwatosa independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wauwatosa, 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 Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
24%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.6%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.2%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
20.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wauwatosa, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
32.5%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.7%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.3%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.7%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
19.5%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
46.2%
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