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Milwaukee is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 366 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Milwaukee, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Milwaukee is about $6,579, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

To learn more, browse our 4606 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Okauchee, Beaumont and Okauchee Lake.

 

Nursing Homes Facilities near Milwaukee, WI

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All categories for Forest Haven I give a 5. Reason is simple. Each person from the owner [name removed] on down is professional, warm, helpful and likes what they do. They have the best interests of all...
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.
Forest Haven is an assisted living community built in the beautiful village of Fredonia, Wisconsin, which is located in Ozaukee County. The area is quiet and peaceful. When the weather is warm there are great parks to visit in the area. And, when the weather turns colder, the snow covers the...
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My dad was a resident at Library Terrace Suites from July 2021 until he passed in January 2024. From day one, I knew he was in a place where he wasn’t just cared for—he was truly cherished. With only about...
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.
Small enough to be home-like yet large enough to offer the amenities and services one might expect in larger senior communities. Library Terrace offers a continuum of care in a long-established, single-family home neighborhood. Located adjacent to the Kenosha Southwest Neighborhood Library, the...
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The staff , activities are FANTASTIC!!! EMILY & LUNA, STACY deserve stars ?? on the caregiver walk of Fame??. It's always clean, staff is so nice, I feel so welcomed!!! I looked at 13 other places. Thank...
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.
Frontida Memory Care of Elkhorn is a purpose-built home for people who have dementia. It is a secure building with delayed egress doors, on the outskirts of Elkhorn across the road from the Evergreen Golf Club. The suites are cozy and specifically designed for people with memory loss. The...
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The staff and quality are great. There is a lack of building/office service outside of 8-5. The apartment size is good. The community needs a regular grocery size and watch for walking college kids.
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.
Fairhaven Senior Services has much to offer! No matter what stage of life you're at or what level of care you may need, Fairhaven Senior Services can provide the help you need. If you're planning for a retirement community, please consider a move to Fairhaven. It could prove to be the best move...
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What we love about The Village at Victory Lakes is the staff team - they are so friendly, workable and were very understanding of our families situation. During the beginning transitions and while we were...
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.
The Village at Victory Lakes, located in Lindenhurst, Illinois on a 38-acre campus with a picturesque, lush prairie setting, offers an active, enriching lifestyle with everything you need now and in the future, including: *Independent Living *Assisted Living *Skilled Nursing Care and...
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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.
Inspiration Ministries is an assisted living community for people with disability. Located in Walworth, WI, the village of Walworth is in Walworth County and home to about 2,800 people. Walworth is a small town that's on Lake Geneva with 40-acres of beautiful trails and paths. Residents can go...
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My mother left her home of nearly 40 years to be closer to me after her significant other passed away. We chose Reena Senior Living and I couldn't be happier with our decision. The facility is beautiful and...
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.
NOW OPEN! Aster Retirement Community of Fort Atkinson is a brand new assisted living/independent community that will capture the spirit of city convenience and accessibility while embracing the neighborhood feel. This beautiful community will include 60, studio, one bedroom and two bedroom,...
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Excellent care of loved ones. Experienced, respectful, competent staff. Patient, understanding, and kind towards patients and families. If I could give them 10 I would.
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.
At The Heathers at Ringwood you can choose a Private or Shared setting at affordable monthly fees. The rural acres are full of wildlife, and old trees with many birds nesting. The comfortable common areas inside create a warm environment along with the relaxing outdoor space and activities for...
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There has been quite a bit of turnover in the management staff lately but it hasn't affected the day to day care as far as I've seen. All of the staff is very friendly and helpful.
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.
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Main reasons we chose Kenosha Place - Location..near myself, & my siblings. And, the cleanliness. It's also decorated very nicely, with large windows.. cheerful looking. Overall it is a great place for a...
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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[Name removed] the owner works hard and is very loyal to the residents that live here. They definitely trust her. Last time I visited the building there was a line of residents waiting by her office. She...
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.
South Milwaukee Group Home's staff members are hand-picked and among the most highly skilled in the assisted living industry. They understand the needs of our residents and work around the clock, seven days a week to help fulfill those needs. They are kind, caring and compassionate. Residents...
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I loved the place Facility is kept very clean Staff is loving and caring Food could be better or so my Dad told me He was there 10 months and passed away [date removed] Recommend virtual reality activities...
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.
Providing the finest in independent and assisted living, Cecelia Place is for individuals who are able to live on their own and may need supportive services. Conveniently located in Pewaukee and within walking distance of over 60 retail businesses and restaurants. Four major medical clinics and...
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The overall experience with Hamilton House is great, we are very happy. The cleanliness of the community is excellent and the staff is very friendly, caring and helpful. We have been pleased with the quality...
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.
Maintain Comfort & IndependenceIndependence is key at Hamilton House. Our staff strives to provide it for each one of our residents, no matter their lifestyle. However, it never hurts to take away those tasks and chores that can eat up your time and energy.Get some time and comfort back in...
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The staff, cleanliness, warmth and activities make Azura a very special place for people with Alzheimer's disease. There are a few people who could improve their attitude, but on a whole the staff is...
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.
At Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Fox Point, we promise each resident will experience a personalized MOSAIC of exceptional care and engagement, based on our core values: RESPECT, RECOVERY, INNOVATION, RETAIN, and BE EXCEPTIONAL.Our Fox Point community is purposefully designed to meet...
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It's a nice, new place. The people are nice and it's close to where my mother lived anyway so she's still in the neighborhood. It's really clean because it's new and they keep up with it very well. They have...
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.
Creek Side Manor is a small, semi-private assisted living community nestled in the rural suburb of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, just outside of Milwaukee. Living so close to the vibrant city, residents have access to a wealth of cultural and historical avenues of entertainment. In addition, the area...
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I have found Bickford a beautiful place fur respite and healing. The facility is well laid out and homey. After my injury I needed more time to recover. Bickford provided that. Thank you to the staff. Yuri...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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They have had problems keeping a decent cook, so meals are not the best some days. Although the facility is nice, many of the apartments lack outside facing windows, which really impacts their mental health...
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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The ownership is new and I believe the administrative staff continues to refine and improve where needed. When issues are reported, action is taken. I would recommend them for assisted living and mild...
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.
At Lakehouse Cedarburg, our assisted living community in Cedarburg, WI, we provide personalized, attentive care in a warm yet stimulating environment. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and our full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours per day to provide...
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As a family member, finding the right place for a loved one is an incredibly challenging and emotional decision. After extensive research and numerous visits to various assisted living facilities, we chose...
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.
Serenity Villa Assisted Living    A Forever Home~We Offer luxury assisted living services for the elderly who need help with daily living. Home cooked meals, snacks and special diets are prepared everyday and are included along with laundry and housekeeping. We have Certified...
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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
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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.
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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I wasn't a resident there, so I really don't know that much. the place was clean staff seemed friendly. The apartment was very nice. That is all I know.
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.
Home Harbor Assisted Living combines the convenience and care seniors need with the independence they cherish. Whether you're looking for yourself or a loved one, you'll find a welcoming community, personalized care, and opportunities to stay active, social, and connected.Our community offers...
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We chose Evin at Oconomowoc because of the convenient location for our family. We also initially just had a great first impressed about the place, the staff and facility itself. I would recommend them to...
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.
EVIN IS CURRENTLY FULL WITH A WAITLIST!! Evin at Oconomowoc is the newest senior living community in Lake Country! Located along Silver Lake Street on the site of the former Town and Country YMCA, and alongside the public 18-hole Paganica Golf Course, Evin isn’t just a place to live, it’s a place...
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I have been very happy with this service. I liked that staff that was able to get me a caretaker for the needs for my mom. The care taken did not mind coming far for the assistance that we needed.The care...
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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Whitewater, WI provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment....
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Our mother has been living at Oak Hill for 2 years and we are very happy with the care she receives. The staff is very attentive and friendly with her and us. The residents are all very friendly 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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Oak Hill Supportive Living community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all...
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I'm so grateful for the excellent care my mom receives at Anita's Gardens of Grafton. This is a smaller homelike facility which is perfect for Mom who suffers from dementia. The staff are friendly and...
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.
Located in Grafton, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, Anita’s Gardens of Grafton is one of three communities owned and operated by Bridgette, named after her mother Anita. This community is large in size but has few rooms. We keep them large to give all residents more of a feeling of home. There’s...

Cost of nursing homes in Milwaukee, WI

The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee is $6,579 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waukesha, WI with an average of $6,373 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Milwaukee, WI, vs. state and national averages

Milwaukee, WI
$6,579/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Milwaukee, WI, vs. other senior living options

$7,760/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,579/mo

Nursing homes costs in Milwaukee, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,173/mo
Private
$6,577/mo

Senior living costs in Milwaukee vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 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.
Nursing Homes$6,579/mo$6,162/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$5,771/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,760/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,741/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Milwaukee, WI:$6,579/mo
Wisconsin:$6,162/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Milwaukee, WI:$5,771/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Milwaukee, WI:$7,760/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Milwaukee, WI:$2,741/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Milwaukee, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Milwaukee, WI

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes 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 average 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$6,562/mo$6,351/mo+3.3%
Wisconsin$6,343/mo$6,152/mo+3.1%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Milwaukee, WI
2024 average cost:$6,562/mo
2023 average cost:$6,351/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$6,343/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Milwaukee

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Milwaukee

Dimensions Living Sheboygan

4.8
They are overwhelmed not having a director at the moment. Staff are great with residents. The facility is wonderful. My mom was really going down hill with her Dementia and she is thriving! I could not be happier. I know they are struggling not having a director at the moment but I feel they ...
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Casa del Mare Memory Care in Kenosha, WI

5.0
This is a fantastic community, my father is doing well here. He loves the place and we are satisfied. A place for mom was amazing with all they help they provided. My sister says they are providing him with great care. We are pleased with everything they have done for us.

Spero Heritage in Watertown, WI

4.7
Heritage Homes is my choice for the place I call "home". It offers the amenities I value, such as central air conditioning, a parking garage that is easy to navigate in, craft room usage for my prized stash of craft materials, spacious living in square footage the size of a house, quiet home ...
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Milwaukee nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milwaukee nursing homes 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 nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes 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
62.3%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.4%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.7%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.6%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.8%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.3%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.5%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Milwaukee nursing homes

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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.2%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Milwaukee nursing homes

Nursing homes 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
18.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
34.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Milwaukee nursing homes

Our nursing homes 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
26%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
26%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milwaukee nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Milwaukee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Milwaukee, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.8%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
49.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
21.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.8%
0.4%
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Related senior services in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Milwaukee 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.

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Library Square, Laurel Oaks and Hickory Park Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
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