Best Senior Living in Deforest, Wisconsin
8 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 8 senior living communities in DeForest. Families rate them 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 83 public reviews.
- 8communities
- 4.2average rating, 4 rated
- 83family reviews read
The Legacy of DeForest
DeForest, Wisconsin
4.8(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Fountainhead Homes | Assisted Living and Memory Care
DeForest, Wisconsin
4.5(24)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sienna Meadows Memory Care
DeForest, Wisconsin
5(1)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Parkside Senior Living
DeForest, Wisconsin
4.2(29)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Keyes House
Deforest, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Young House
Deforest, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Deforest Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
DeForest, Wisconsin
1(1)
Assisted Living
Bay Harbor of DeForest Memory Care and Assisted Living
DeForest, Wisconsin
3.4(17)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Best-rated senior living in DeForest
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.8 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Families describe The Legacy of DeForest as a warm, well-run community where staff go above and beyond, particularly for residents with complex care needs like advanced dementia. Reviewers consistently praise the…
- 2
Fountainhead Homes | Assisted Living and Memory Care
4.5 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families overwhelmingly describe Fountainhead Homes as a small, family-run community where staff and management stay consistent over the years and residents receive compassionate, personalized care through the end of…
- 3
4.2 (29 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Parkside Senior Living in DeForest draws largely positive feedback for its warm, family-like atmosphere and dedicated long-tenured staff, with many reviewers praising the home-cooked meals and active social calendar.…
- 4
Bay Harbor of DeForest Memory Care and Assisted Living
3.4 (17 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Reviews for Bay Harbor of DeForest are sharply split: many families praise attentive, caring staff and a clean, well-designed building, while others report serious neglect, staffing turnover, and communication failures.…
What families say about senior living in DeForest
Counted across the review summaries of 6 DeForest communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 83%
- Activities and social life 50%
- Food and dining 33%
- Cleanliness 33%
- Communication with families 33%
Concerns raised
- Staffing levels and turnover 50%
- Communication with families 50%
- Management 50%
- Staff attitude 33%
“Wonderful family! Fountainhead helped us through the very difficult time of moving our Mom to assisted living. They are always there for us with any questions or concerns, and we couldn’t ask for better communication and support. We are so grateful for them ❤️”
“The Legacy has such a wonderful, caring group of people working for them. Their activities director plans so many events for the residents and encourages our family to attend. The facility is clean. The food is great. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for options for their loved ones.”
Senior Living in DeForest: the figures
- •Most common amenities: social activities (6), wheelchair accessible (6), 24-hour staff (6), housekeeping (6), private rooms (6), medication management (6).
Senior Living near DeForest
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Prairie6.2 mi | 16 | 4.3 / 5 | 6.2 mi |
| Waunakee6.6 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 6.6 mi |
| Madison11.3 mi | 35 | 4.1 / 5 | 11.3 mi |
| Middleton12.6 mi | 8 | 4.1 / 5 | 12.6 mi |
| Fitchburg14.9 mi | 7 | 3.7 / 5 | 14.9 mi |
| Verona19.2 mi | 6 | 4.1 / 5 | 19.2 mi |
| Stoughton21.4 mi | 6 | 4.3 / 5 | 21.4 mi |
| Portage23.3 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 23.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on November 5, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in DeForest, 83 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Deforest ask about.
- Home Care in Wisconsin: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Can a Senior Move From Assisted Living to Memory Care? What Families Should Know
- What Type of Senior Living Is Right for Me? A Guide to Finding the Right Level of Care
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Senior Living in Deforest: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Deforest, Wisconsin?
MyLivingChoice lists 8 senior living communities in Deforest, Wisconsin, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Deforest are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Legacy of DeForest (4.8★, 11 ratings), Fountainhead Homes | Assisted Living and Memory Care (4.5★, 24 ratings), Parkside Senior Living (4.2★, 29 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Deforest?
Beyond senior living, Deforest has assisted living (8 communities), memory care (4 communities), independent living (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Deforest?
Families rate Deforest senior living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 83 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Deforest senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Deforest communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 83%), activities and social life (mentioned for 50%), food and dining (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are staffing levels and turnover (50%), communication with families (50%), management (50%).