Best Senior Living in Waukesha, Wisconsin
22 communities found
Waukesha offers 26 senior living options, including 22 residential communities and 4 agencies, with an average rating of 3.8 across 17 rated communities based on 2,722 reviews read. Community sizes vary, with 6 small, 3 mid-sized, and 4 large communities among the 13 with known sizes. No published pricing is available for any of these communities, and none currently accept Medicaid.
- 26options listed
- 3.8average rating, 17 rated
- 2,722family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
- 6small homes, 10 or fewer
Brookfield Highlands Apartments 55+
Waukesha, Wisconsin
4.7(242)
Independent Living
From $1,920/moOak Hill Terrace Senior Living
Waukesha, Wisconsin
4.7(157)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
From $3,080/moThe Waters of Pewaukee
Waukesha, Wisconsin
4.8(25)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
From $6,050/moAvalon Square
Waukesha, Wisconsin
4.4(25)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Downing Home
Waukesha, Wisconsin
5(1)
Assisted Living
Iberias House of Hope
Waukesha, Wisconsin
5(1)
Assisted Living
St Coletta Greenway Terrace
Waukesha, Wisconsin
5(1)
Assisted Living
Ccls Oakdale Drive
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Ccls Victoria Drive
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Di Lana House
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Hil Fleetfoot
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Marion House
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Assisted Living
Best-rated senior living in Waukesha
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Brookfield Highlands Apartments 55+
4.7 (242 reviews)· Independent Living
Brookfield Highlands Apartments 55+ holds a 4.6 rating from 234 Google reviews, though no specific comments describe daily life there.
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Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living
4.7 (157 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Oak Hill Terrace is described as warm and family-like, with attentive staff, tasty dining, and a full activity calendar.
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4.8 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
The Waters of Pewaukee carries a 4.9 Google rating from 24 reviewers and describes itself as an active, hospitality-focused campus.
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4.4 (25 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Avalon Square offers assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing on one campus, rated 4.4 from 25 Google reviews.
- 5
4.1 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Summit Woods sits in a wooded, secluded area near downtown Waukesha and Milwaukee, holding a 4.1 rating from 28 reviews.
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Complete Care at Kensington (Kensington Care and Rehab Center)
4.1 (102 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 150 units
Complete Care at Kensington shows mixed experiences, with some praising compassionate end-of-life care and others reporting neglect and poor communication.
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3.9 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living· 34 units
LSS Aspen Center functions more as a residential recovery program, with feedback split between valued structure and reported safety and oversight concerns.
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Mission CreekVerified
3.7 (46 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Mission Creek reviews are divided, with praise for warm caregivers and good food alongside concerns about understaffing and management responsiveness.
- 9
3.7 (47 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
New Perspective Waukesha is mostly seen as lively and well-kept with friendly staff, though one review raised concerns about management and safety oversight.
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Crisis Resource Center-Waukesha County
3 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living· 14 units
Crisis Resource Center-Waukesha County is described as a supportive, short-term crisis program with compassionate staff and a straightforward self-referral process.
What families say about senior living in Waukesha
Counted across the review summaries of 18 Waukesha communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff and food and dining, each mentioned by 44% of 18 communities, followed by activities and social life and building and grounds, each at 39%. On the concern side, communication with families tops the list at 67%, followed by cost and billing at 50% and staff attitude at 33%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 44%
- Food and dining 44%
- Activities and social life 39%
- Building and grounds 39%
- Medical and nursing care 22%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 67%
- Cost and billing 50%
- Staff attitude 33%
- Building and upkeep 28%
“I’ve been a resident of Brookfield Highlands for three and a half years and am very happy with my situation. Staff and maintenance are friendly and helpful. Any maintenance requests have been handled promptly.”
“Avalon Square is wonderful! My mom has been living in the Arbor, the memory care unit for 6 months and I never worry as each and every employee has been so kind and caring to my mom. They go above and beyond to make the residents feel loved and well cared for. I fully recommend this facility.”
“My father really enjoys living here at Oak Hill Terrace! The care is outstanding! I enjoy going to visit with him with my dog Archie. Such a friendly wonderful place to be.”
Senior Living in Waukesha: the figures
- •Of the 13 with a known size, 6 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •4 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 1 out of 5: 0 rated four stars or better, 4 rated one star.
- •Among the 5 that publish a starting price, prices start at $1,920 a month with a median of $2,660.
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (18), 24-hour staff (18), medication management (17), emergency call system (17), gathering / activity spaces (17), wheelchair accessible (16).
How families pay for senior living in Wisconsin
Most families in Wisconsin pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of their own pockets at the start, drawing on savings, retirement income and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a policy was purchased years earlier, can offset part of the monthly cost, and it is worth reviewing the policy language closely since coverage for assisted living versus memory care sometimes differs. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet service and financial requirements may also be able to use VA Aid and Attendance to help with the cost of care, and this benefit is worth asking about early since the application process can take some time.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Wisconsin.
Senior Living near Waukesha
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pewaukee4.4 mi | 12 | 4.1 / 5 | 4.4 mi |
| Brookfield6.8 mi | 20 | 4.1 / 5 | 6.8 mi |
| New Berlin7.3 mi | 10 | 4.1 / 5 | 7.3 mi |
| Muskego9.8 mi | 6 | 3.8 / 5 | 9.8 mi |
| West Allis10.7 mi | 25 | 3.7 / 5 | 10.7 mi |
| Wauwatosa10.8 mi | 10 | 3.8 / 5 | 10.8 mi |
| Menomonee Falls11.5 mi | 17 | 4.1 / 5 | 11.5 mi |
| Greenfield11.6 mi | 15 | 4.1 / 5 | 11.6 mi |
All of Wisconsin: Senior Living in Wisconsin. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 26 communities listed in Waukesha, 2,722 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; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Waukesha ask about.
- Home Care in Wisconsin: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Waukesha: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Waukesha, Wisconsin?
MyLivingChoice lists 26 senior living communities in Waukesha, Wisconsin, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Waukesha?
Among Waukesha communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $1,920/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,141/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Waukesha are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include ProHealth Care (4.8★, 1703 ratings), Commonheart Home Health (4.8★, 89 ratings), The Waters of Pewaukee (4.8★, 25 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Waukesha?
Beyond senior living, Waukesha has assisted living (18 communities), independent living (6 communities), memory care (6 communities), home health (4 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Waukesha?
Families rate Waukesha senior living communities 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 2,722 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Waukesha senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 18 Waukesha communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 44%), food and dining (mentioned for 44%), activities and social life (mentioned for 39%). The most common concerns are communication with families (67%), cost and billing (50%), staff attitude (33%).
Are there small senior living homes in Waukesha?
Yes. Of the 13 Waukesha communities with a known size, 6 have ten residents or fewer, 3 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Waukesha nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Waukesha carry an overall star rating, averaging 1 out of 5. 0 are rated four stars or better and 4 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.