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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Milwaukee, WI
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If your loved one needs memory care in Milwaukee, A Place for Mom can help. With 119 memory care facilities in Milwaukee, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Milwaukee incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Milwaukee memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Milwaukee, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Martin Drive, Grantosa and Washington Park.
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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.
Frontida's Fardale Home offers a comfortable, home-like environment located on Milwaukee's South Side. The home is designed with large, bright, open living and dining areas that are easily accessible from each resident's private room. The atmosphere supports a sense of community and family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Nothing can replace the special comfort and security you feel at home. That’s why all of us at Matthews Assisted Living & Memory Care are devoted to helping you make your home with us. While others may expect you to adapt to their rules, you’ll find that we adapt to you.Discover our...
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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.
Matthews of Glendale is a CBRF (Community Based Residential Facility) located off of Port Washington Road just north of Good Hope Road in Glendale. It is two 20 bed ranch buildings side-by-side. All units are private studio's with their own bathrooms. We provide higher levels of care than a...
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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.
KindredHearts is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living in a small, personalized home setting and an integrated approach to health care. Community is integral to the success of KindredHearts. It exists not only within the walls of our assisted living...
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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.
We are excited to share that a new Silverado Memory Care Community is coming to Glendale, Wisconsin. Located on the north end of Milwaukee County, Silverado North Shore underscores our commitment to growth and gives us a new opportunity to change lives. The 48,000-square-foot, purpose-built...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Abbey Manor Assisted Living, located in beautiful Elkton, Maryland is a place many like to call home. We at Abbey Manor offer a warm and inviting atmosphere to all of our residents. At Abbey Manor you will find a lovely entrance that has a cozy porch that is enclosed which leads into a large...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Wabash Home, an assisted living home for semi-ambulatory people with mental illnesses, dementia and Alzheimer's, is nowhere near the Wabash River, which runs across Indiana and in between the southern third of Indiana and Illinois. Wabash Home is so named for the street it is on û Wabash Court û...
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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 like the care that my father is getting here. The food is very good. My father is happy doing a lot of the activities with others. We are happy with the cleanliness of the community. The staff are very...
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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.
Matthews of St. Francis has two 20 bed communities side-by-side in a nice quiet neighborhood setting. All units are private studio's with private bathrooms. We highly encourage each resident to furnish and decorate their units with their own personal touch. The community is a licensed CBRF...
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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.
Nothing can replace the special comfort and security you feel at home. That’s why all of us at Matthews Assisted Living are devoted to helping you make your home with us. While others may expect you to adapt to their rules, you’ll find that we adapt to you.Discover our refreshingly different...
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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.
The Michele Home, located on Milwaukee's Northwest side, is designed and professionally staffed for Alzheimer's/Dementia Specialized Care. Personal care, medication and health monitoring, leisure time services, and individual care plans along with information and referral services are all part...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
The Apartments at Elizabeth ResidenceThe Apartments at Elizabeth Residence is a family owned and operated assisted living community located in the village of Bayside, Wisconsin. The sleepy little village is located only miles from Milwaukee and is a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of...
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The facility is a great place to be a resident at. The staff is very friendly and caring. We have had a great experience at this facility. They offer a lot of amenities at this facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Services Included in Monthly Fee: Water and Maintenance services, Daily Evening Meal, Laundry Facilities on each floor with some units having their own laundry, Parking space, Full kitchen with appliances, Carpeting throughout the apartment home, 24-hour Call System, Wellness services, Activity...
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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.
Wisconsin Lutheran Living Center is a caring, secure Christian environment for older adults who need a helping hand. Situated along the beautiful Menomonee River Parkway, our residence features 20 single room suites and 4 double room suites. Each spacious unit has a private bathroom,...
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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.
Cudahy Place Senior Living is a small community based residential facility located in Cudahy, Wisconsin near Patrick Cudahy by Smithfield and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. We are ideal for residents who value their independence but would benefit from assistance with daily activities....
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I am giving Franciscan Place a 5 star, not because "everything" is perfect, that would be realistically impossible. However, they do take very good care of my mom and they strive to do their best. My mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Cost of memory care in Milwaukee, WI
The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee is $4,455 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Francis, WI with an average of $4,388 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Milwaukee, WI vs. nearby cities
Milwaukee, WI
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Milwaukee, WI vs. the state and national average
Milwaukee, WI
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Milwaukee vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Milwaukee, WI by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Milwaukee over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Milwaukee
Recent reviews for memory care in Milwaukee
Birchrock Castle in Mukwonago, WI
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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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Oak Park Place - Oak Creek
4.5
My experience with Oak Park Place has been terrific, from my first tour, through the prep & support for move-in, and to now - the current care and programs for my Mom. She loves the quiet of her apartment, the activities, she says the food is good, and the staff really are there for her when ...
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Heritage Lake Country in Hartland, WI
4.0
We chose this community for my mom so she can be as independent as possible. When she needs help the staff is great. They have lots of activities that she enjoys doing like the exercise classes, cooking classes they go out on field-trips and have movie nights. She eats well and balanced. ...
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Milwaukee review score based on 253 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 253 reviews of 95 Milwaukee memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Milwaukee review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Milwaukee review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Milwaukee memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 253 reviews of 95 Milwaukee memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Milwaukee resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Milwaukee, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Milwaukee memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milwaukee memory care 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 care services in Milwaukee memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Milwaukee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.6%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.9%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Milwaukee memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Milwaukee Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Milwaukee, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Milwaukee memory care
Memory care 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
23.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.3%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Milwaukee memory care
Our memory care 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
42.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
28.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milwaukee memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Milwaukee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Milwaukee, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.8%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.4%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.8%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
46.8%
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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 County Veterans’ Services
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services | Medicaid
- Milwaukee County Department of Aging
- Local elder care attorneys can be found on the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys’ Find A Lawyer database
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Oak Hill Terrace, Meadowmere and Mitchell Manor Oak Creek and StoryPoint Mequon are the top-rated memory care facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 119 memory care facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Milwaukee, Wisconsin are Oak Hill Terrace, Meadowmere and Mitchell Manor Oak Creek and StoryPoint Mequon. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 119 memory care facilities near you in Milwaukee, Wisconsin typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Milwaukee, Wisconsin ranges from $1 to $12689. The average Memory Care cost in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $4,455. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin typically starts at $1. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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- Mukwonago, Wisconsin
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