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Assisted Living in Waukesha, Wisconsin



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Oak Hill Terrace - Waukesha, WI

Oak Hill Terrace

1805 Kensington Dr

Waukesha, WI 53188

1-855-222-1541

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Oak Hill Terrace is a senior housing community located at 1805 Kensington Dr in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with an average per-household income of $65,359. With roughly 36,000 poeple living in ...

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Summit Woods - Waukesha, WI

Summit Woods

2501 Summit Ave

Waukesha, WI 53188

1-855-224-5130

Located at 2501 Summit Ave, Summit Woods is a senior care facility serving Waukesha, Wisconsin. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with a median family income of $65,359. It is heavily populated, with around 36,000 ...

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CLE Clarion Manor - Waukesha, WI

CLE Clarion Manor

21325 Clarion Ln

Waukesha, WI 53186

1-855-238-4376

Located at 21325 Clarion Ln in Waukesha, Wisconsin, CLE Clarion Manor is an 8 bed senior care facility. With about 35,000 poeple living in the zip code of 53186, the neighboring area has a dense population. It is ...

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Hil Canaan - Waukesha, WI

Hil Canaan

443 Freeman St

Waukesha, WI 53189

1-855-243-3078

Located at 443 Freeman St, Hil Canaan is a senior housing community serving Waukesha, Wisconsin. The community is in a predominantly well-to-do area, with a median household income of $79,656. With around 27,000 individuals living in the zip ...

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Hil Fleetfoot - Waukesha, WI

Hil Fleetfoot

1316 Fleetfoot Dr

Waukesha, WI 53186

1-855-229-7494

Hil Fleetfoot is a senior housing facility located at 1316 Fleetfoot Dr in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with approximately 35,000 poeple living in the 53186 zip code. With an average per-family income of $57,104, ...

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Hil Greenmeadow - Waukesha, WI

Hil Greenmeadow

204 Greenmeadow Dr

Waukesha, WI 53188

1-855-240-2530

Hil Greenmeadow is a senior housing community located at 204 Greenmeadow Dr in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The community is in a predominantly middle class area, with an average per-family income of $65,359. With about 36,000 individuals living in the ...

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Hil Greenway - Waukesha, WI

Hil Greenway

1329 Greenway Terrace

Waukesha, WI 53186

1-855-224-5130

Hil Greenway is a senior care facility located at 1329 Greenway Terrace in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with an average per-family income of $57,104. With approximately 35,000 individuals residing in the ...

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Dilana House - Waukesha, WI

Dilana House

W274 S4025 Timber Trail

Waukesha, WI 53189

1-855-243-3078

Located at W274 S4025 Timber Trail in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Dilana House is an 8 unit senior housing community. The facility is in a primarily upscale area, with a median household income of $79,656. With roughly 27,000 individuals living ...

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Linden Court - Waukesha - Waukesha, WI

Linden Court - Waukesha

2330 Michigan Ave

Waukesha, WI 53188

1-855-241-4685

Located at 2330 Michigan Ave, Linden Court - Waukesha is a senior care facility in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with a median household income of $65,359. With approximately 36,000 people residing ...

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Linden Heights - Waukesha, WI

Linden Heights

427 N University Dr

Waukesha, WI 53188

1-855-233-7205

Linden Heights is a senior housing facility located at 427 N University Dr in Waukesha, Wisconsin. With about 36,000 individuals residing in the 53188 zip code, the neighboring area is densely populated. It is a largely middle income ...

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Merrill Hills Manor - Waukesha, WI

Merrill Hills Manor

3211 Fiddlers Creek Dr

Waukesha, WI 53188

1-855-222-1541

Merrill Hills Manor is a senior care facility located at 3211 Fiddlers Creek Dr in Waukesha, Wisconsin. With a median household income of $65,359, the facility is in a mostly middle income area. It has a dense population, ...

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Avalon Square - Waukesha, WI

Avalon Square

222 Park Pl

Waukesha, WI 53186

1-855-229-7494

Avalon Square is a senior housing community located at 222 Park Pl in Waukesha, Wisconsin. With approximately 35,000 people residing in the zip code of 53186, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is a mostly middle class ...

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Waukesha, a suburb of Milwaukee, is an attractive retirement destination with a rich history, numerous art and recreation venues as well as multiple robust health care facilities. It has ranked as one of the nation’s best cities for living, and features a low crime rate and a higher concentration of restaurants and movie theaters than the typical American city. Here, seniors can explore boutique shops and museums and enjoy world-class entertainment at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Waukesha hosts festivals for every season and offers plenty of opportunities for golfing, fishing, hiking and horseback riding.

There are 31 assisted living providers in Waukesha. According to the Genworth Financial 2020 Cost of Survey, these facilities cost an average of $5,073 per month. This is higher than the national average of $4,300.



The SeniorScore for Waukesha, Wisconsin



The SeniorScore is a compilation of data points that measure how well a city meets the needs of its elderly population, taking into account weather, access to health care, senior care costs and other relevant factors. Waukesha’s SeniorScore is 76, which is above Wisconsin’s statewide average of 71 and the national average of 72. The city earned its highest scores in Health & Safety, at 74, and General Quality of Life at 68.

Waukesha’s Health & Safety score was influenced by its low crime rates and excellent medical and senior care provisions. There are 12 hospitals within close range, including ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Aurora West Allis Medical Center and Ascension Saint Francis Hospital. A high number of Medicare-registered physicians practice within the city limits, and 391 pharmacies are nearby. Additionally, there are 206 senior living communities in or near Waukesha.

Seniors living here benefit from low precipitation levels, mild summers and above-average water quality. However, these advantages are tempered by frigid winters, poor air quality and dense overall population, resulting in Waukesha’s General Quality of Life score of 68. For a city of this size, there are relatively few shopping centers and parks, which brought its Recreation & Leisure score down to 63. Nonetheless, retirees can visit 92 golf courses, 121 grocery stores, 105 health clubs and 185 churches in or around the city.

Waukesha’s Finances score was also 63, due in part to high property and state income tax rates. Wisconsin doesn't tax Social Security income but fully taxes retirement account withdrawals and private pension income. Assisted living prices and the overall cost of living in the city are higher than national averages as well.



SeniorScore™ for Waukesha, Wisconsin



The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.

76

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Waukesha scores higher than the Wisconsin average of 71.
  • Waukesha scores higher than the national average of 72.
74

Health & Safety

  • There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 12 hospitals within close range of the city, including Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Waukesha Cnty Mental Hlth Ctr, and Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare- Elmbrook Memorial.
  • There are 206 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Berkshire at Kensington, Waukesha Springs Health and Rehabilitaion Center, and Laureate Group - Oak Hill Terrace.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 80.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 391 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
63

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (24% of residents).
  • There are 92 golf courses in or around the city, including Merrill Hills Country Club, Morningstar Golfers Club, and Moor Downs Golf Course.
  • There are 9 parks near the city center, including Retzer Nature Center, Minooka Park, and Brookfield Soccer Park.
  • There are 185 churches in or near the city, including St Matthias Episcopal Church, St Mary\'s Catholic Church, and First Baptist Church-Waukesha.
  • There are 21 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 121 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 5 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 105 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
63

Finances

  • The property taxes average 4.50% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.51% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 5.88%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Wisconsin has an average state income tax of 4.35%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $76,685, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $64,783, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $30,547, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $48,930 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $121,545 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $16,900 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $52,624 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 6.16%, which is low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
68

General Quality of Life

  • Waukesha receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Waukesha has very harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • This city has above average water quality.
  • Waukesha has a dense population density of 1,502.4 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Waukesha have a short daily commute time.
  • The city has a high public transportation ridership.
  • Waukesha has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very high graduation rate of 93.56%.

 
 

Assisted Living Costs in Waukesha, Wisconsin



Due to Waukesha’s proximity to Milwaukee, it's likely to have similar assisted living costs. This makes Waukesha more expensive than the average American city for assisted living, according to the Genworth Financial 2020 Cost of Care Survey. The median price for this level of care is $5,073 per month, which is $773 more than the national average of $4,300 and $673 over Wisconsin’s statewide average of $4,400.


Waukesha is the second-most expensive area in Wisconsin for assisted living. Almost 100 miles to the north in Appleton, seniors pay the state’s steepest price for assisted living, with an average cost of $5,500. Residents in Green Bay, located around 130 miles north of Waukesha, see Wisconsin’s lowest median price of $3,800. Forty-six miles southeast in Racine, facilities charge $4,650 per month. In Sheboygan, situated about 70 miles to the north, fees are somewhat higher at $4,950. In the Janesville area, about 60 miles to the southwest, the average monthly cost is $3,975. Fees are slightly higher but still under Waukesha’s average in the more northerly cities of Eau Claire and Wausau. Seniors here pay respective costs of $4,000 and $4,100 per month for assisted living.

  • Waukesha/Milwaukee: $5,073
  • Racine: $4,650
  • Sheboygan: $4,950
  • Appleton: $5,500
  • Green Bay: $3,800
  • Janesville: $3,975
  • Eau Claire: $4,000
  • Wausau: $4,100

 
 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Waukesha, Wisconsin



Aging & Disability Resource Center of Waukesha County

Waukesha County’s Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) offers a wide range of information and assistance to help residents aged 60 and older access aging-related resources. The ADRC can connect seniors with elder benefit specialists who are trained Medicare SHIP counselors who can help them understand their options and navigate the county, state and federal systems to obtain available public and private benefits and entitlements.

514 Riverview Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53188

(262) 548-7848 or (866) 677-2372

https://www.waukeshacounty.gov/HealthAndHumanServices/adrc/adrc-benefits-counseling/

Board on Aging and Long-Term Care

Wisconsin’s Board on Aging and Long-Term Care’s ombudsman program advocates for the rights and quality of life of long-term care facility residents. The program's staff and volunteers can provide Waukesha assisted living residents with confidential counseling and mediation for any concerns or grievances with treatment, food quality, safety, abuse or neglect. Each highly trained regional ombudsman can also assist seniors with choosing an assisted living facility that meets their needs and budget. These confidential services are provided to seniors at no cost.

1402 Pankratz Street, Suite 111, Madison, WI 53704-4001

(800) 815-0015

http://longtermcare.wi.gov/

Legal Action of Wisconsin

Legal Action of Wisconsin’s SeniorLAW program offers free legal advice to income-eligible Waukesha seniors aged 60 and older. Benefits specialists can provide information and advice regarding civil legal concerns involving government benefits, such as Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security, long-term care, elder abuse and consumer law. Attorneys can also represent clients in civil court cases as warranted.

633 West Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 2000, Milwaukee, WI 53203

(855) 947-2529

https://www.legalaction.org/contact-us/milwaukee-and-waukesha-office

Waukesha County Division of Veterans Services

Waukesha County’s Veterans Services Division supports and advocates for the area’s veterans, their dependents and survivors. The staff works to ensure that clients obtain all state and federal benefits they're entitled to through their service. This can include collecting necessary documents, completing and filing applications for VA disability compensation, VA pensions and pension supplements such as Aid and Attendance benefits, which may help seniors cover the cost of assisted living. They can also provide guidance on applying for VA healthcare coverage.

514 Riverview Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53188

(262) 548-7732

https://www.waukeshacounty.gov/veterans


 
 
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much do assisted living facilities cost in the state of Wisconsin?

Answer
Assisted living in Wisconsin costs about $128 daily (ranging from $30 to $325), $3,850 monthly (ranging from $911 to $9,750), and $46,200 per year (ranging from $10,932 to $117,000). By comparison, the US averages are $117 daily, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 per year.

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How much is assisted living in Waukesha?

Answer
With an average cost of $4,078 per month, or $48,930 annually, assisted living in Waukesha, Wisconsin ranges from roughly $2,599 to $5,573 monthly.

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What services are included with assisted living?

Answer
Services offered in assisted living facilities commonly include help with bathing, toileting assistance, help with chores, basic health care, and assistance with medication.

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What assisted living facilities in Waukesha accept Medicaid?

Answer
Luther Manor, Virginia Highlands Health and Rehabilitation Center , Cedar Community, Muskego Health Care Center, and Samaritan Health Center accept Medicaid for assisted living in Waukesha.

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What are the demographics of Waukesha?

Answer
The surrounding metropolitan area is home to 1,761,128 people, but there are 95,015 living within the city limits. Approximately 24% of the population are over 55.

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