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Quick Facts

Starting price
$1,995/mo

25% below the Waukesha median

Licensed capacity
52 residents

Wisconsin DHS

Licensed operator
Chiara Communities Inc

What Families Think

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Summit Woods is an independent and assisted living community in Waukesha, Wisconsin, set in a wooded, secluded area with easy access to downtown Waukesha and Milwaukee. There isn't enough review text available to summarize what families specifically say about their experience here, though the community holds a 4.1 Google rating from 28 reviews.

What reviewers praise

  • Secluded, wooded residential setting
  • Close to downtown Waukesha and Milwaukee
  • Both independent and assisted living options on-site
  • Daily activities and social programming for residents
  • Support across care, dietary, housekeeping, and maintenance

What reviewers flag

  • No published pricing information
  • No detailed reviews available to assess resident experience

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Summit Woods is a senior living community in Waukesha, Wisconsin offering Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Published pricing starts around $1,995 per month. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 28 reviews.

About Summit Woods

Summit Woods is an independent and assisted living community in Waukesha, Wisconsin, designed for active-aging older adults. The community offers vibrant apartments and support services tailored to residents' evolving needs, set within a secluded grove of mature trees that provides a peaceful residential setting.

Located less than ten minutes from Waukesha's downtown area and within thirty minutes of Milwaukee, Summit Woods combines a tranquil environment with convenient access to restaurants, retail, and urban amenities. The community emphasizes lifestyle and social engagement through a robust calendar of daily enrichment activities, special events, and educational programs customized to resident interests, all designed to promote active aging and foster friendships among independent living and assisted living residents.

The community offers a range of programming focused on helping residents socialize, make new friends, and enjoy life according to their own preferences. Staff across management, care, dietary, housekeeping, maintenance, and activities services support residents' wellbeing and daily living.

Types of Care at Summit Woods

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Summit Woods

4.1overall · 28 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (28)

Bluthunder

Mar 2026

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First, I want to say I agree with the posting by Lily H. While I have not seen exactly what she described I have seen enough to believe what she is saying is true. Summit Woods is an older building, and the upkeep is not great. When visiting my family member in warmer weather I noticed the garbage can in front of the building was crawling with maggots. It looked like the trash had not been emptied for some time. The dining room is often dirty as the floors are not cleaned regularly. Parts of the room that are not used and often have cobwebs. I also agree that one particular kitchen staff member is on her phone constantly using an earpiece while serving people. That should never be allowed!<br><br>The care staff are aloof. They will ask how a person is doing but not much else. My family member was supposed to receive a shower and help with ADLS, but we often had to help as he would need to be shaved, need a change of clothes or have an odor.<br><br>I did see the Director scolding a resident in public with staff and other residents around. I was embarrassed for the resident who was scolded. She lives independently. Activities are geared towards a small group of people who regularly attend events. If a person is in Assisted Living, they are not given reminders or made to feel welcome to events. They are given a monthly schedule and that is their notice. They used to have a weekly music group which was the only activity my family member attended and he really liked it. It stopped suddenly with no explanation. He told me not to complain because he is afraid it will come back to him by the Director, but I am doing it anyway. The problems start at the top. Issues are tolerated by the leadership and despite complaints nothing has changed. I can no longer recommend this facility, mainly because of the staff with the one exception - Jennifer in the office. She remains cheerful and helpful.

Joan Klein

Mar 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

I love it here at Summit Woods. I visited here 20 some years ago and knew that I would be living here one day. I`ve been here 4 years now. I have so many new friends and activities every day. I couldn`t be happier. I choose what I want to do each day. I can be as busy or as quiet as I need. Thank you to the great staff here.

Sue Drasch

Jan 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

Great place to live. It like living in a small community. The staff here is just a great source of help.The apartments are nice and cozy. Lots to do here. Games, bingo, cards. Birthday party's. I do love it here!

Nancy Emmans

Jan 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

When I retired (in 2004) I couldn't find my dream retirement community so moved to an ordinary apartment complex. Then I discovered Summit Woods and moved here in 2005. It is still "home". We are like a family. Compared to other comunities I have happened to visit I feel the amenities here are the best value for the price we pay.

Anita Herring

Jan 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

Summit Woods is a great place to live. The people in the office are very helpful and nice. Our activity director comes up with great activities for the residents. There are very friendly residents also. I’m very happy that I live here.

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What types of care does Summit Woods offer?

Summit Woods offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.

How much does Summit Woods cost?

Published pricing at Summit Woods starts around $1,995 per month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection; contact the community for a detailed quote.

Where is Summit Woods located?

Summit Woods is located at 2501 Summit Avenue in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

What do families say about Summit Woods?

Summit Woods carries a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 28 Google reviews. Summit Woods is an independent and assisted living community in Waukesha, Wisconsin, set in a wooded, secluded area with easy access to downtown Waukesha and Milwaukee. There isn't enough review text available to summarize what families specifically say about their experience here, though the community holds a 4.1 Google rating from 28 reviews. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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