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Assisted Living in Wauwatosa, WI

Wauwatosa, a western suburb of Milwaukee, is home to 48,387 people, approximately 18% of whom are senior citizens, higher than the national average. The city enjoys a sales tax rate that’s roughly 2% below the national average and sees exceptionally low rates of violent crime. Wauwatosa seniors have easy access to top-tier health care, with two of Wisconsin’s top three hospitals located less than 20 minutes away in Milwaukee: Froedtert Hospital and Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center

When considering moving out of a traditional home environment in your later years, you’ll need to determine the level of support you want from your long-term care. If you need mild to moderate help with day-to-day activities, you may find that assisted living is the right call for your situation. Genworth Financial reports that the average monthly cost of assisted living in Wauwatosa is $5,324.
 
In this guide, we’ll take a look at some topics regarding assisted living care in Wauwatosa, including the price of such care nationwide and in other Wisconsin cities. This overview also includes a list of publicly and privately funded programs designed to support Wauwatosa’s older residents.

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

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1. Oak Park Place Wauwatosa

1621 Rivers Bend, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Hart Park Square Senior Living

6600 West River Pkwy, Wauwatosa, WI, 53213

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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Luther Manor, Wauwatosa, WI

3. Luther Manor

4545 N 92nd, Wauwatosa, WI, 53225

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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Close to Home Senior Care, Wauwatosa, WI

4. Close to Home Senior Care

12231 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226

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

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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20 matching communities nearby Wauwatosa

1. Harbour Village

5700 Mockingbird Lane, Greendale, WI, 53129

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Mission Creek

3217 Fiddlers Creek 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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3. Aria at Mitchell Manor

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

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Heritage West Allis

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

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Oak Park Place Oak Creek

1980 W Rawson Ave, Oak Creek, WI, 53154

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Heritage

S64W13780 Janesville Road, Muskego, WI, 53150

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Layton Terrace Senior Living

9200 W LAYTON AVE, Greenfield, WI, 53228

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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8. The Arboretum Senior Living

W180n7890 Town Hall Rd, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. StoryPoint Mequon

6751 W. Mequon Road, Mequon, WI, 53092

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

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Heritage Elm Grove

800 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI, 53122

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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11. Library Square Senior Living

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

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 867-8105

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12. Trustwell Living at Oak Creek Place

3829 S Chicago Ave, South Milwaukee, WI, 53172

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. LakeHouse Menomonee

N84W17147 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 876-4096

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14. 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 (877) 881-2933

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15. HarborChase of Shorewood

1111 East Capitol Drive, Shorewood, WI, 53211

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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16. Brookdale Brookfield Woelfel Road

660 Woelfel Road, Brookfield, WI, 53045

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Ellen’s Home of Germantown

N113 W16358 Sylvan Cir, Germantown, WI, 53022

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 949-3278

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18. Laurel Oaks Senior Living

1700 W. Bender Road, Glendale, WI, 53209

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. Sylvan Crossings at Creekside Estates

6180 S Creekside Estates, Cudahy, WI, 53110

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 996-2447

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20. Robins Landing Brookfield

2800 N Calhoun Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005

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 >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Wauwatosa

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Wisconsin. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Wauwatosa

On average, Wauwatosa seniors pay $5,324 a month for assisted living care, though exact prices vary based on staff levels, care options and similar factors. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Wauwatosa

Wawatosa’s costs for assisted living are roughly 15% higher than the average statewide and national costs. Throughout Wisconsin, the average price for assisted living care is $4,600; nationally, the average is $100 lower at $4,500.

$5324

Wauwatosa

$4600

Wisconsin

$4500

The United States

Few Wisconsin cities are as expensive as Wauwatosa with regards to assisted living care. Racine, located on the Wisconsin/Illinois border, has the state’s highest prices at $5,450. In central Wisconsin, Appleton’s price of $5,138 and Oshkosh’s price of $5,157 are also close to Wauwatosa’s. State capital Madison’s monthly price is $4,800, roughly $200 over the U.S. average. Green Bay reports rates of $4,450 a month, while Fond du Lac’s average monthly price is $4,175.

$5324

Wauwatosa

$4800

Madison

$5450

Racine

$5138

Appleton

$4175

Fond du Lac

$5157

Oshkosh

$4450

Green Bay

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

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Wauwatosa

More ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wisconsin

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Wisconsin.

Wauwatosa Assisted Living Resources

ResourceContactService
ERAS Senior Network(414) 488-6500This community nonprofit serves seniors throughout Milwaukee County. Its menu of services includes a volunteer-run transportation program that can help you get to medical appointments, mental health support groups for both seniors and their caregivers, and expert-led seminars on how to avoid common scams perpetrated on older adults.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education(414) 227-3186Adults 50 and over may sign up to audit senior-focused classes at UWM by paying a low membership fee and a per-class fee. While classes can’t be taken for credit through this program, participants do not need to pay regular tuition. Class topics include astronomy, music history and political science.
Wauwatosa Hart Park Senior Center(414) 471-8495The Active Older Adults program at this city-run recreation center provides a social and physical outlet for Wauwatosa’s seniors. Card games, a daily congregate meal program, group trips into the Milwaukee area and exercise classes help you stay fit and make new friends.
Milwaukee County Older Adult Transportation Service(414) 289-6874This shared-ride service allows seniors to set up low-cost or no-cost curb-to-curb transportation for medical appointments, grocery trips, election voting and similar needs. You can use the service for most trips that take place fully inside Milwaukee County or within 5.5 miles of its borders.
Wauwatosa Public Library(414) 471-8484Adult-focused events at this library include book clubs, art classes, movie discussion groups and knitting circles. The library also hosts money management and tax preparation seminars, which can be useful for seniors developing their retirement budgets.

Wauwatosa Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Wauwatosa area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Wisconsin