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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Waukesha, WI
If you’re looking for independent living in the Waukesha area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Waukesha. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 66 independent living facilities in Waukesha, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hawthorne Glen, Wick Field and Martin Drive.
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They have been excellent. They are very clean and very friendly. She doesn't like their food at all. They should have a computer for the residents to use, to check emails and things. Other than that we have...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Matthews of Hartland is a 20 bed RCAC (Residential Care Apartment Complex) with all private studio units with their own private bathrooms and kitchenettes. The community is located off of North Shore Drive and Maple Avenue in Hartland. Nothing can replace the special comfort and security you...
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I would really like to thank [name removed] for all her assistance moving my brother into Applewood New Berlin. She went above and beyond making the transition go smooth on moving day. I wasn't able to go...
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.
Robin’s Landing is focused on our residents’ health, wellness, and personal enrichment. Our amenities include a beautiful spa room, spacious activities area, and a multi-media center where residents can enjoy their favorite movies and sporting events. We provide beauty/barber services,...
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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.
Robin’s Landing is focused on our residents’ health, wellness, and personal enrichment. Our amenities include a beautiful spa room, spacious activities area, and a multi-media center where residents can enjoy their favorite movies and sporting events. We provide beauty/barber services,...
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Our loved one moved here from a precious community and it has just been a night and day experience in comparison, we would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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My mother is still taking some time to adjust to her move into this community. However I do feel she is safe, and in good hands. I do feel comfortable with her move to this facility, I have no problem with...
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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.
Sussex is a nice rural community with easy access to retail, restaurants, park and is a convenient drive other urban locations. Brookdale Sussex is a sister community to 3 other Brookdale properties in Brookfield. Brookdale Sussex is the only Assisted Living and CBRF in Sussex and is...
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Mom had a pretty good experience with the rehabilitation department. The food was excellent. The community was beautiful. Mom did not feel the therapists were as good as the ones at the community she is at...
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.
Congregational Home is a non-profit, faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a Rare Full Continuum of Care for seniors: Short-Term Subacute Rehabilitation, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing Home Care and Hospice Care – all under one roof. ...
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The owner is very friendly and very helpful. I think there is an aid or two that could use some improvement - there is one that my mother doesn't really like. I think it is very valuable - I'm getting what I...
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.
The Bluemound Home is our 20 bed home we accept residents who are both ambulatory and semi-ambulatory. Our residents can use canes, walkers or wheelchairs.The second floor is easily accessible by elevator. Every room is private,with own bathroom. Families may decorate and bring in...
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We have a beautiful campus, with 14, 2 story buildings and a paved walking path around the campus. We have 1 bedroom, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom or 2 bathrooms and we have 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms plus a den...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brookfield Highlands is conveniently located in Waukesha, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments for Active Seniors age 55 or better.Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the convenience of on-site walking trails, nearby shopping and...
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My mom moved in at 92, having lived in our family home for 63 years. It could have been a rough transition, but it was really good. All credit goes to the staff at Avalon Square. From front desk to nursing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Avalon Square is a beautiful, vibrant senior living community encompassing an entire city block in historic downtown Waukesha. Cultural activities, parks, and a charming mix of shops and restaurants are all within walking distance. Construction of Avalon Square was completed in 2003, consisting...
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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...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Parkwood Highlands is conveniently located in New Berlin, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments and townhomes for Active Seniors age 55 or better with some reserved for moderate income seniors.Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the...
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I have lived at Ruby Commons for almost a year. My experience is safe and a terrific place to live! Friendly residents, an excellent activity director, always busy with something going on. The dining room...
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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.
“Our Family Welcomes Your Family” is Heritage Place Brookfield!! Our apartment complex personifies a warm, fun, and independent lifestyle at its finest. Heritage is family owned and managed in a professional and kind manner, combined with a loyal and passionate staff dedicated to serving its...
Provides: Home Care, Senior Apartments
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Berkshire at Sunset: a very active, completely independent living, apartment community, exclusively for those aged 55 or better. Located in the growing and popular dining and shopping area of Sunset Drive in Waukesha, we are a small community near everything. At Sunset, we understand the...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Silvernail is an affordable senior housing community located in the village of Pewaukee, Waukesha County, WI. The community itself is located directly across from the Willow Run Golf Course and just down the street from the Western Lakes Golf Club. Pewaukee is home to large Pewaukee Lake and...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent living for the 50+, non smoking seniors offering a variety of floor plans, activities, and amenities.Privately owned and operated Quail Pointe Management prides itself on it's commitment to offer the very best in active senior living.
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 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 refreshingly different approach...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Those 55 and better are invited to embrace a more connected way of senior living at Highlands at Aero Park. From friendly neighbors to attentive team members, it’s our goal to create an independent senior community that you’re proud to call home.Located in the Village of Menomonee Falls and on...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Waukesha, WI
The average cost of senior living in Waukesha is $3,247 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hales Corners, WI with an average of $3,204 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Waukesha
Recent reviews for independent living in Waukesha
Birchrock Castle in Mukwonago, WI
5.0
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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ProHealth Care Regency Senior Communities - Muskego
5.0
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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LakeHouse Menomonee in Menomonee Falls, WI
4.8
The staff members are all definitely friendly, and we do think they offer good activities. We think it is nicely ran, everyone there is very nice. We would recommend this community to a family or friend.
Waukesha independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waukesha independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waukesha, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waukesha independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waukesha partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Availability of select dining options in Waukesha independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Waukesha communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waukesha, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waukesha independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Waukesha offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Frequently Asked Questions
Parkwood Highlands Apartments 55+, The Waterford at Hartford and Oak Hill Terrace are the top-rated independent living facilities near Waukesha, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 66 independent living facilities near Waukesha, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Waukesha, Wisconsin are The Waterford at Hartford, Oak Hill Terrace and Meadowmere and Mitchell Manor Oak Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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