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The cost of independent living in Milwaukee is about $3,312 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 171 options. Read 1386 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Facility has been recently updated inside, and it is very tastefully done. (Supposedly their are plans for the outside) The staff are very helpful and friendly and seem to enjoy their jobs. There are loads...
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.
Laurel Oaks is a Sinceri senior living community in a quiet Glendale, Wisconsin neighborhood. Those who live in our community experience a Milwaukee North Shore lifestyle with the convenience and peace of mind that a senior living community setting offers. Choose to easily explore the cultural...
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9.4
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45 reviews
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My MIL seems to be really liking it there. It’s easy to communicate with the facility. Always will help when needed. Great food. Friendly people. On the small side, but very quaint which is perfect for my...
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.
Library Square is a Sinceri Senior Living community in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin. With friendly neighbors such as the West Allis Public Library, the West Allis Senior Center, and the Milwaukee VA Medical Center, seniors can enjoy numerous lifestyle activities in our community or around...
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9.4
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The staff are the best. They make this place feel like home. Everyone is kind and I can go to any person who works here with a question. From the caregivers to dining staff, everyone is top notch! A-okay!
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.
Hickory Park Independent & Assisted Living in Greenfield, WI, is conveniently in Milwaukee County. Bordering on Hales Corners, Greendale, West Allis, New Berlin and Franklin, this thriving village is the fourth largest community in Milwaukee County. Minutes away from shopping, doctor's...
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9.2
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It's been a positive experience. We picked this community because it was recommended by friends. We toured the community and had what I was looking for.
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.
Situated in Milwaukee's North Shore near the serene Milwaukee River with Lake Michigan just a few miles away, Heartis Village North Shore is a beautiful backdrop for continuing a life well lived in a community where residents enjoy upscale apartments and amenities offer endless opportunities to...
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I’ve lived here for 7 years and just love the view of nature outside my window! I’ve met many nice friends and love breakfast with my friends! I have worked with many therapist through fox therapy and they...
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.
Offering: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory CareThe New Perspective senior living community near Milwaukee, WI serves seniors living in and around the Milwaukee North Shore area. Find shopping, parks, and Lake Michigan minutes away from our Milwaukee senior living community. Residents...
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My husband and I chose Hart Park because it was close to our daughter’s home and we liked the location. It is in an active urban community. My husband has cognitive issues and I felt I would need help with...
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.
Discover the epitome of senior living at Hart Park Square, nestled in the heart of picturesque Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Our community offers a perfect blend of serene tranquility along the beautiful River Parkway, coupled with convenient proximity to the vibrant Tosa Village, featuring a plethora of...
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My loved one stayed at Villa St. Francis for a 10 day respite stay. They were great with her, but it was just assisted living - not memory care, so she struggled quite a bit. There was no minimum, but a...
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.
Villa St. Francis is nestled in a well-established and well maintained residential area on Milwaukee’s South Side and is sponsored by the Felician Sisters. The hallways are spacious and well lit with built in handrails for your safety and stability. Each private apartment is equipped with a...
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Would like more activities, especially on weekends. Right now there are none on weekends. They need to get a bus so they can take them on outings. Food. Mom doesn't complain in general but weekends are...
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.
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I would rate each of the categories a 5. My brother-in-law loves the place. He does not drive but he has all the conveniences he needs right there. He is also only 10 min from me which helps me when he needs...
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.
VMP (formerly known as The Village at Manor Park) and its affiliates are dedicated to providing a full range of care and services for older adults that respects each individual's personal, physical and spiritual needs. These needs are met through individually tailored services delivered by a...
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33 Floor plans available
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Harbor Chase has been a good fit for my mother-in-law. With only 65 residents (and it’s not full) she doesn’t get lost in the shuffle. Her apartment with the outside patio is great. She real likes it. The...
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.
Ciel of Shorewood is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Shorewood, Wisconsin. Our community is licensed for Medicaid (limited availability) and provides a wide range of care levels for seniors living in and around the Northshore area. With beautiful interior design, along...
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Photo of Eastcastle Place, a CCRC
1818 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
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I’ve had a client that lived at EastCastle Place for the over 10 yrs. It was a home away from home for the couple. They were able to be social and active. Staff was very hands on. Facility is very...
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.
For 135 years and counting, Eastcastle Place has been a beautifully welcoming senior living community in the heart of Milwaukee’s East Side. What makes life rich is all within reach — from the lake and your favorite spots on Downer Avenue to the friend next door who shares your love of life. With...
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Photo of Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Fox Point
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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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
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.
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...
Photo of Howard Village
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My brother was the one who lived there. He died in January. Based on what my wife and I saw, and our dealing is with the staff, I would give them a 5 on all of the areas.
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.
Howard Village is a Laureate Group senior living community in St. Francis, Wisconsin. Many people at Howard Village come from the communities on Milwaukee’s South Shore, choosing to stay in the area where they have worked, raised their families, and maintained their close friends. It’s an active...
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55 Floor plans available
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8.9
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We had a good experience and would recommend this to others. Staff was very good. They took good care of my dad. The activities were very good. Barb who ran the activities was super with my dad. My dad...
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.
Harbour Village is a senior living community in Greendale, Wisconsin that provides independent living, assisted living and memory care services to senior citizens.With a convenient location just outside Milwaukee, Harbour Village retirement community in Greendale offers independent living,...
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My mother was very apprehensive about moving away from a home she lived in for 50 years. But she has adjusted so well she calls me regularly and tells me how happy she is there. Her health has even improved...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Village at the Falls provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Village at the Falls was built in 2005 in pleasant Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, the state's largest village. In the shadow of the beautiful Menomonee River, and with all the big-city attractions of...
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Cleanliness and modern. Dinning room is very nice. My mother's apartment is also very nice and spacious. It is a wonderful place. Wouldn't want my mom any other place
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.
At our Heartis Village communities, we celebrate life, individuality, growth, learning, diversity, social prosperity and overall well-being. When you hear the term “Vibrant Life!” from a staff member or a resident, you’ll notice the phrase is encased with excitement and enthusiasm. That’s...
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Meals were often prepared well in advance and therefore cold. Several times staff were delayed in answering calls to her room. Otherwise, the staff were professional and friendly. Whenever the staff noted 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.
Heritage Elm Grove assisted living community, located in Elm Grove, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, specializes in assisted living, enhanced assisted living, and memory care, making it a great option for people with memory loss, dementia, or Alzheimer's disease. The community sits along tree-lined...
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5's across the board. This place is amazing and my mother loves it. I'm so happy with ProHealth Regency in Brookfield. We would wholeheartedly recommend ProHealth Regency Senior Living to other families.
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.
ProHealth Regency Senior Communities - Brookfield has been serving seniors in Waukesha County for nearly 30 years. Regency – Brookfield senior living apartments and assisted living facility has it all – an incredible 23-acre campus that overlooks a quiet conservancy area with walking trails and...
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I am currently a resident at ProHealth Care Regency New Berlin and everything has been great for me, so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, meals and activities are also great. I...
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.
Regency New Berlin's 31 acre campus is ideally situated, midway between Waukesha and Milwaukee, close to many stores, restaurants and entertainment choices.  The campus'  innovative floor plan is interconnected and user friendly with multi levels of care available.You'll find every...
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My mother made it there. My father never did. While my mom was there she contracted covid and was quarantined. While quarantined, we discovered she was in dementia and had to move her. All happened within...
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 at Deer Creek is an elegant, yet affordable 43 unit Assisted Living Community located in New Berlin, Wisconsin.Choose between studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments. Within each apartment is a kitchenette, private bath and walk in shower, individually controlled...
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Right now the facility is going thru renovations due to sprinkler failure & water damage Outside of that, the facility is very warm & welcoming from staff to other residents. There are planned activities...
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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8.2
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I searched for a new place for a relative with dementia due to elopement and very poor care at the previous dementia care center. Not only are the patients safely housed, Brookdale is clean and has friendly...
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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While no place is perfect, the people were very nice, they seemed to have genuine interest in helping my mom and showed compassion. While the main areas were clean, I wasn't impressed with the level of...
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.
At Azura, we recognize that every part of a person’s day creates a beautiful MOSAIC that when properly put together supports them to live vibrantly. Using our MOSAIC philosophy, we strive to ensure that we know how we can personalize each resident’s care and find moments of joy to enhance their...
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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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Photo of Clifden Court Assisted Living and Memory Care
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[name removed] is at Clifden Court and he is receiving very satisfactory care. They have been helpful in getting him settled in and cared for. Their staff is quite responsive and helpful.
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.
Nestled in historic Greendale, Wisconsin, Clifden Court North is an assisted living community that focuses on quality of life by providing extraordinary care. From local treasures such as Trimborn Farm and the Victorian Era State Historic Site to the newly remodeled Southridge Mall, your home...
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Cost of independent living in Milwaukee, WI

The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee is $3,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Francis, WI with an average of $3,241 per month.

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

Milwaukee, WI
$3,312/mo
$3,333/mo

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

Milwaukee, WI
$3,312/mo
U.S. national average
$4,100/mo

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

$4,537/mo
Independent Living
$3,312/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,418/mo
Studio
$4,810/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,285/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,857/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Milwaukee over time

Milwaukee, WIWI stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Milwaukee

Recent reviews for independent living in Milwaukee

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

Warm and welcoming community environment. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and hospitable nature of the staff and residents at various communities, such as Village at the Falls, Harbour Village, and New Perspective North Shore, creating a sense of belonging and encouragement for new members.
Variety of activities for socializing and staying active. Many reviews highlight the importance of activities in keeping residents engaged and happy, with communities like Harbour Village, Library Square, and Village at the Falls offering a wide range of social events, classes, and outings.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of food and accommodations for individual dietary needs stand out as significant factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as discussed in reviews for Village at the Falls, Maria Linden Senior Living, and Regency New Berlin.
Prompt and effective maintenance and repair services. Residents appreciate the responsiveness of maintenance teams at various communities, such as Harwood Place a CCRC, Layton Terrace, and Harbour Village, ensuring that any issues are addressed in a timely and satisfactory manner.
Secure and peaceful living spaces. Reviews mention the peace of mind that comes with feeling secure in one's living space, with communities like Maria Linden Senior Living, Harbour Village, and Village at the Falls providing a safe and quiet environment for residents.
Supportive and caring staff. Numerous reviews express gratitude for the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their communities, with Village at the Falls, Layton Terrace, and Howard Village being mentioned as standouts in providing compassionate care to residents.
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Milwaukee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milwaukee independent living 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 dietary accommodations in Milwaukee 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 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
13.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.6%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.9%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Milwaukee, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.7%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.9%
46.4%
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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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