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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Milwaukee, WI for 2024

Famous for baseball and beer, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is home to over 590,000 residents, of whom 10.5% are aged 65 and over. Seniors here have access to an array of geriatric health providers, including the trailblazing Acute Care for the Elderly Unit at Aurora Sinai Medical Center and the Acute Care for Elders Unit at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital.

Outside of a hospital, nursing homes offer the highest level of care available for many elderly people. These facilities provide around-the-clock custodial care, personal assistance and access to medical care from skilled nurses, physicians and therapists. Due to the services provided, nursing facilities are the most expensive senior care option for Milwaukee residents. At $9,429 per month, the cost of nursing home care in the city is significantly higher than the U.S. average of $7,756. Home health care and assisted living are more affordable yet effective alternatives for people who don’t require this level of care.

This guide provides detailed cost information for the different care types available in Milwaukee. It also lists some resources to support local seniors.

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Nursing Home Costs in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

In Milwaukee, semiprivate rooms in nursing homes cost an average of $9,429 per month, while private rooms cost $11,376 per month.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Comparing average prices for semiprivate rooms in nursing homes, the $9,429 monthly cost in Milwaukee is $1,673 above the national average of $7,756. Milwaukee also exceeds Wisconsin’s state average of $8,684 by $745.

Milwaukee nursing homes are also more expensive than those in nearby Wisconsin cities. The average cost here is $152 more than in Racine and $639 over the cost in Sheboygan. Seniors in Fond du Lac see a cost saving of $1,527 compared to their peers in Milwaukee. However, nursing home residents in Janesville pay $183 more than local seniors.  

Milwaukee

$9,429

Wisconsin

$8,684

The United States

$7,756

Racine

$9,277

Sheboygan

$8,790

Fond du Lac

$7,902

Janesville

$9,612

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

To determine the most appropriate placement for an elderly loved one, it’s helpful to compare costs for other types of senior care in Milwaukee. Adult day care is the most affordable choice with an average cost of $1,322 per month. Home care and assisted living are almost on par at $5,053 and $5,073, respectively. Home health aide services are slightly higher at $5,243. Nursing home care is the most expensive option at $9,429 for a shared room and $11,376 for a private room.

Home care

$5,053

Home health care

$5,243

Adult day health care

$1,322

Assisted living

$5,073

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$9,429

Nursing home (private room)

$11,376

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Many Milwaukee seniors and their families turn to local resources for information and support. These services may help delay a senior’s transition to a nursing facility. They can also help older citizens and their families understand their options for nursing home care in preparation for the time when it’s needed.

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Meals on Wheels(414) 289-6874The Meals on Wheels program delivers hot, nutritious low-cost meals to homebound Milwaukee residents. Meals are delivered at noontime, Monday through Friday. To qualify, seniors must be aged 60 or older, or disabled, and unable to prepare their own meals or travel to a community dining site. 
Milwaukee County Department on Aging(414) 289-6874The Milwaukee County Department on Aging provides free, confidential counseling regarding long-term care options and public and private benefits. Counselors can offer help with long-term care planning and accurate information on local resources including transportation and respite care.
Love Thy Neighbor Foundation(414) 562-6666The nonprofit Love Thy Neighbor Foundation coordinates and shares information on community resources to enhance the quality of life for seniors in Milwaukee County. Through the Foundation’s website, seniors and their families can find resources for in-home care, financial planning, transportation services, veterans’ benefits, legal services and home repairs and maintenance, among others. 
Eras Senior Network(414) 488-6500Eras Senior Network offers supportive services to seniors at no cost, such as friendly visits and phone calls, help with letters, bills and forms. The organization also arranges transportation, outdoor maintenance/yard work services and minor home safety modifications.

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