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Assisted Living in Waukesha, Wisconsin

The city of Waukesha sits at the western edge of the Milwaukee metropolitan area, approximately 14 miles from the city, and it’s home to a high percentage of seniors. According to the latest census estimates, 13.6% of Waukesha’s residents are aged 65 and over, compared to 10.5% in Milwaukee. Waukesha County as a whole has an even higher percentage of seniors — 19.2% of its residents are aged 65 and over. The city is a relatively safe area to live, both in terms of violent and property crime, which occur at lower rates than the national averages. The crime rates stand in stark contrast to the city of Milwaukee, which has a violent crime rate that’s more than seven times higher than that of Waukesha.

Waukesha’s assisted living communities are priced slightly higher than those in the surrounding area at an average of $4,400 per month. Within the city are 21 assisted living communities, with another 19 in the surrounding area. 

4 Assisted Living communities in Waukesha, WI | 20 nearby communities

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1. Mission Creek

3217 Fiddlers Creek Drive, Waukesha, WI, 53188

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living

1805 Kensington Drive, Waukesha, WI, 53188

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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LindenGrove Communities in Waukesha, Waukesha, WI

3. LindenGrove Communities in Waukesha

425 N UNIVERSITY DR, Waukesha, WI, 53188

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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Cle - Clarion Manor, Waukesha, WI

4. Cle – Clarion Manor

21325 Clarion Ln, Waukesha, WI, 53186

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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20 matching communities nearby Waukesha

1. Harbour Village

5700 Mockingbird Lane, Greendale, WI, 53129

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Aria at Mitchell Manor

2330 S. 54th Street West Allis, West Allis, WI, 53219

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Heritage West Allis

7801 – 7901 W. National Avenue, West Allis, WI, 53214

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Heritage

S64W13780 Janesville Road, Muskego, WI, 53150

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Layton Terrace Senior Living

9200 W LAYTON AVE, Greenfield, WI, 53228

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. The Arboretum Senior Living

W180n7890 Town Hall Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Oak Park Place Wauwatosa

1621 Rivers Bend, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. Heritage Elm Grove

800 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, 53122

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Library Square Senior Living

1820 S. 75th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. LakeHouse Menomonee

N84W17147 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Brookdale Brookfield Woelfel Road

660 Woelfel Road, Brookfield, WI, 53045

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Wilkinson Woods Senior Living

999 E. Summit Avenue, Oconomowoc, WI, 53066

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Robins Landing Brookfield

2800 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. Lakewood Assisted Living and Memory Care

4065 N. Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Heritage at Deer Creek

3585 S 147th Street, New Berlin, WI, 53151

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Legacy Assisted Living

N26W26511 College Ave, Pewaukee, WI, 53072

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Clifden Court

6801 W Loomis Rd, Greendale, WI, 53129

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Hart Park Square Senior Living

6600 West River Pkwy, Wauwatosa, WI, 53213

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Heritage Lexington

5020 S. 107th Street, Greenfield, WI, 53228

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. Heritage Lake Country

2975 Village Square Drive, Hartland, WI, 53029

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

Paying for Assisted Living in Waukesha, Wisconsin

The Cost of Assisted Living in Waukesha

Wisconsin’s assisted living communities have an average cost that’s roughly in line with the national average — the state average is just $100 per month higher, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Most neighboring states are slightly more affordable, including Minnesota, Michigan and Iowa. Illinois, however, is more expensive by an average of $175 per month.

$5073

Waukesha

$4400

Wisconsin

$4300

The United States

$4283

Minnesota

$4200

Michigan

$4575

Illinois

$4073

Iowa

Waukesha’s average cost for assisted living is just over $5,000 per month, whereas most nearby cities have costs just below that amount. Racine and Fond du Lac have costs just under $4,700 per month. Madison and Sheboygan average much closer to Waukesha at around $5,000. Janesville is significantly more affordable, with an average cost that’s roughly $1,100 per month lower than that of Waukesha.

$5073

Waukesha

$4400

Wisconsin

$4650

Racine

$3975

Janesville

$4956

Madison

$4950

Sheboygan

$4686

Fond du Lac

Note: Data for Waukesha was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Milwaukee, was used instead.

Waukesha Assisted Living Financial Assistance

Seniors, people with disabilities and some other categories of people may be eligible for Wisconsin Medicaid, which provides coverage for health care, long-term care and more. Medicaid programs in the state vary in their eligibility requirements, most of which relate to age, disabilities and income. Programs for seniors include help paying for prescription drugs, Medicare Part A and B premiums and deductibles. Additionally, residents of Waukesha County may be eligible for the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).

Read more about financial assistance and eligibility on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.

Waukesha Assisted Living Resources


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Aging & Disability Resource Center of Waukesha County(262) 548-7848 / [email protected]The ADRC for Waukesha County serves as a central point of contact for seniors, people with disabilities and their family members who need help locating, accessing and understanding the various aging-related options and resources in the area. Services that are most applicable to assisted living residents include help with benefits counseling, dementia care, managed long-term care and support groups.
Eras Senior Network(262) 549-3348
[email protected]
This nonprofit organization helps seniors, people with disabilities and caregivers in Waukesha and Milwaukee counties. It coordinates over 2,300 local volunteers who provide services that include transportation, nutrition, housing and faith-based initiatives. Eras also operates the Friendly Phone Calls and Friendly Visitors programs, which are designed to reduce social isolation. Residents who are aged 60 and over and those with disabilities are eligible for services.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County(414) 263-8100United Way is a nonprofit organization with offices and volunteer centers in Waukesha and Milwaukee. It funds more than 85 programs in these counties, many of which directly affect seniors and people with disabilities. United Way helps in the areas of financial and housing support, socialization and activities, support networks, access to health care and other health and wellness initiatives.
Waukesha County Division of Veterans Services(262) 548-7732 / [email protected]The county Veterans Services Office (VSO) helps veterans, their dependents and survivors in many ways — some of which may be very useful for residents of assisted living communities. Generally, the most valuable service provided by a VSO is helping local veterans navigate the maze of eligibility requirements and paperwork needed to access VA pensions and other financial assistance that can be used to cover some or all of the cost of long-term care for seniors.
Wauwatosa Hart Park Senior Center(414) 471-8420This senior center is located approximately 10 miles east of Waukesha. It consists of a 52-acre park, nature areas and trails as well as a curling rink, which is popular with local seniors. The center also provides seniors with lunches, birthday parties, games such as bridge and Wii, educational classes and free income tax preparation. Assisted living residents and their family members may benefit from the knowledgeable staff if they have questions or need a referral.

Waukesha Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Waukesha’s assisted living communities are officially referred to as community-based residential facilities (CBRFs). The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is responsible for licensing, regulating and inspecting all such facilities within Waukesha and the state as a whole. Read more about the requirements on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.