Wisconsin sits in the northern portion of the Midwest and is often referred to as “America’s Dairyland,” due to the state’s large number of dairy farms. Besides having great cheese, Wisconsin is known as a northern oasis, with many lakes and streams throughout the state – Wisconsin has some of the highest concentrations of fresh water in the country. Popular local pastimes include fishing, boating, hunting, and cheering on the Green Bay Packers. Whether you prefer spending time outdoors or enjoy living in a major city like Milwaukee, Wisconsin has got you covered.
Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 120 independent living communities in Wisconsin. The median monthly cost of independent living in Wisconsin is about $2,400.
1-6: I give a 5+ (#4 doesn't really apply I don't think, as we are independent). This is a phenomenal residence. The Resident Services & Maintenance staff are top notch. They are really focused on us. We...
Doesn't care to do activities, he's a farmer don't care but ma enjoys them. Dad comes from not much money so everything costs to him.
My direct experience is with the dementia care floor where my dad lives but my Aunt and Uncle live in the senior housing which are apartments but also offer all meals and activities. And they LOVE it and...
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...
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.
After visiting more than six communities, I determined that Hickory Park was the best fit for me. I was impressed with the Director of Sales and Marketing and the entire management team. They made an...
Just to clarify its my Mother in law living there, but she seems to really like it and is very happy with her apartment and the people she's met.
My husband and I have lived here now for 15 months. All the residents seem happy and we enjoy being with people our own age. We appreciate the free transportation they give us to our many clinic appointment...
The Ridge at Madison is a very nice community. Everyone seems very friendly. The staff here do as an excellent job with the residents.
I would certainly recommend. As with that industry as a whole, Dimensions was occasionally short staffed. The people that worked there were extremely dedicated and compassionate.
My mom has lived in Century Oaks nearly 3 years. She entered in a medical state of needing care; recovering from broken ankles, surgery, in treatment for cancer also, struggling physically, weak, and...
Mom has been very very happy there their closest thing to being and feeling independent but having constant care and not having to worry about taking her meds. Overall very very impressed with everything...
We love that everything is included. Definitely feels safe and well-cared for. My mother-in-law can be very particular...but she's been happy there. Lots of activities to do if she chooses. She's in a...
My mom and I got excellent care during her stay and especially while she was passing away. The staff were compassionate and attentive. The building is beautiful and well taken care of. I highly recommend...
Looking for a great place? You've found it with friendly neighbors, excellent management, and in tandem with Bellin Home Health, couldn't say enough of the great support recuperating from the hospital and...
Wisconsin only regulates independent living communities if they share a building or campus with an assisted living or memory care facility. Though some communities have their own residency requirements, like residents needing to be 55+, stand-alone independent living communities otherwise only follow general housing and rental regulations.
Independent living communities must follow assisted living and/or memory care regulations if they share a building or campus with them. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ Division of Quality Assurance licenses and inspects these facilities to confirm they meet the state’s standards.
Since Wisconsin doesn’t regulate stand-alone independent living communities, landlords and tenants only need to comply with general housing and apartment guidelines. Landlords’ obligations to tenants include:[01]
Likewise, tenants are responsible for:[01]
The Fair Housing Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act aim to protect prospective residents from prejudice. The Wisconsin Fair Housing Law further protects people from discrimination based on:[02]
Landlords must also make reasonable accommodations and modifications when necessary. Reasonable accommodations are changes in rules, policies, practices, or services that allow someone with a disability to fully use and enjoy the dwelling. Examples such as allowing service animals despite having a no-pets policy and reserving a parking space near the entrance of the building qualify.
Reasonable modifications are similar but refer to physical changes to a property to allow someone to fully enjoy and access it. Modifications are made at the expense of the person with a disability and include things like installing adding grab bars to a bathroom or lowering the entry threshold of a unit.[03]
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State-mandated inspections don’t occur for stand-alone independent living communities. However, the Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection advises tenants to inspect the property before renting and seven days after the lease begins to notify the landlord of any defects.[01]
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ Division of Quality Assurance inspects and monitors assisted living and memory care facilities. Wisconsin has three types of assisted living facilities the department inspects: residential care apartment complexes (RCACs), adult family homes (AFHs), and community-based residential facilities (CBRFs).
You can dive into more detail on our Wisconsin assisted living page.
The department’s online provider search tool is available to locate a regulated facility’s inspection, violation, complaint, and SoD reports. You can find a specific facility by its geographical information or using the provider/facility type category and selecting any of the boxes under the “assisted living facilities” button. The long-term care ombudsman service is also available if you have any questions about a facility’s violation history.
Wisconsin Department of Health Services
1 West Wilson Street
Madison, WI 53703
Phone: 608-266-1865
State of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. (2024). Tenants’ Rights and Responsibilities.
Department of Workforce Development. (2024). Wisconsin’s Fair Housing Law & Complaint Process.
Wisconsin State Legislature. (2024). Apprentice, Employment, and Equal Rights Programs.
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