Kirkland Crossings
700 Quinlan Drive, Pewaukee, WI, 53072
4.8
(6 reviews)
"Kirkland Crossings, located in Pewaukee, WI, is a senior living provider that offers a variety of care types including Independent Living, A..."
READ MOREAssisted living provides residential care for those who need help with some activities of daily living. These communities offer personal care services, housekeeping and laundry services, meals and recreational programming. In addition to residents’ living quarters, many communities feature indoor and outdoor common areas where residents can visit with friends and family, and some feature amenities such as pools, fitness centers and computer labs. Rates vary depending on location and amenities, with the average facility charging $5,073 per month, higher than both the state and national averages.
This guide provides more information on local senior care costs as well as a summary of the agencies and programs that serve seniors.
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700 Quinlan Drive, Pewaukee, WI, 53072
4.8
(6 reviews)
"Kirkland Crossings, located in Pewaukee, WI, is a senior living provider that offers a variety of care types including Independent Living, A..."
READ MORE222 Park Place, Waukesha, WI, 53186
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I have been to Avalon Square. It was a good experience. I had minimal interaction with the staff, but I think they were all good. The ones I met were very, very courteous, responsive, and attentive. The facilities were very clean and very nice. The d..."
READ MORE3933 Prairie Hill Lane, Greenfield, WI, 53228
4.1
(12 reviews)
"I would say it is fresh, airy, clean, large, welcoming, friendly, and very communities-oriented with lot of large rooms for getting together and lots of programs and activities. I think the food and everything was really excellent. It wasn’t cheap, b..."
READ MORE3207 N 36th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53216
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Excellent care. Therapy was helpful and practical. Staff was amazing. Food was good, especially the soup. Guests were warmly welcomed by the staff...."
READ MORE1234 S. 112th Street, West Allis, WI, 53214
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Castle Homes in West Allis is one of several from their agency. The building is a ranch style home with four large bedrooms; each is shared by 2 people. It is a very "homey" feeling. It has a normal kitchen and living room and great room. The h..."
READ MOREW235N6350 Hickory Drive, Sussex, WI, 53089
4.3
(3 reviews)
"The Courtyard at Sussex seemed to be very clean. The food looked good. The facility is 18 months old, so it's clean and in good shape...."
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3585 S 147th Street, New Berlin, WI, 53151
3.5
(17 reviews)
"We liked Heritage at Deer Creek very much. If it was closer, we probably would have chosen it for my wife. Everyone we talked to seemed very friendly and very warm. We had a good feeling about it. There was good scenery when looking out the window. T..."
READ MORE1701 E Broadway, Waukesha, WI, 53186
4.6
(5 reviews)
"My friend moved to New Perspective. They have wonderful activities. I couldn't go to the activities, though I'm looking forward to going to them because of the COVID. There are card games, there is a puzzle room, she has a pool, a workout room, and a..."
READ MORE10101 W WISCONSIN AVE, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226
4.3
(8 reviews)
"The staff at St. Camillus are always so incredibly kind. They take a lot of time out with each resident who lives there, and complete their jobs thoroughly, kindly, and with a smile. Also, there are so many different support staff at St. Camillus t..."
READ MORE1061 Cecelia Drive, Pewaukee, WI, 53072
3.9
(11 reviews)
"The staff is so nice. They are really like our family. Cecelia Place always passes what our family considers "the smell test", they keep moms room clean, neat and smelling fresh. The rooms are spacious, bigger than any room we have ever seen. The fo..."
READ MORE5020 S. 107th Street, Greenfield, WI, 53228
4.4
(7 reviews)
"The tour at Heritage Lexington was fantastic. The person who gave me the tour was Kelly and she was extremely knowledgeable. I was impressed with the small, homey atmosphere and everybody seemed very friendly, very nice, and very clean. Overall, that..."
READ MOREWest 156 North 4881 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051
4.1
(8 reviews)
"I had a great experience at Dickson Hollow. It's a very nice place. I had a full tour. They've got very knowledgeable people, and I got to talk to a couple of the residents. It was a very positive tour. I saw an apartment in assisted living and it wa..."
READ MORE8220 Harwood Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI, 53213
4.5
(4 reviews)
"I chose this place because I used to live there and I'm familiar with the area. They have a lot of amenities. They have the continual service and that's what I was primarily considering. The staff are very friendly. ..."
READ MORE10851 W. Donna Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53224
4.5
(4 reviews)
"My mother is going to Garden Terrace. We loved it. The staff was very nice and very informative. It was a very nice facility. Everything was wheelchair accessible. Her room has very nice views out of the window, it's very accommodating, and she got w..."
READ MORE2501 Summit Avenue, Waukesha, WI, 53188
4.4
(5 reviews)
"I'm living at Summit Woods. I'm on the fourth tier of assisted living. It's a nice-looking building. It's kept clean. There's a family room, a dining room, and a foyer in the front of the building. There are one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Th..."
READ MORE3023 S 84Th St, West Allis, WI, 53227
3.5
(13 reviews)
"Village at Manor Park was a big community and had all the facilities. My mom used to have her own apartment, and she also had rehab. I used to have lunch with my mom and the food was fine. I felt like I knew more about my mother than the caregivers t..."
READ MORE3939 South 92nd Street, Greenfield, WI, 53228
3.8
(9 reviews)
"We went to Clement Manor. It was very welcoming, more like a hotel, just clean, and a very warm feeling. The staff was very knowledgeable. I felt that they were very caring and answered all questions without hesitation. I saw an exercise group, and d..."
READ MORE425 N. University Drive, Waukesha, WI, 53188
2.7
(21 reviews)
"I don't have a lot to say about Linden Grove because we're not allowed inside, but my parents were very happy when we saw them today. My dad rated Linden Grove as excellent. They're very happy, and he's not easy to please. My dad said the food is fan..."
READ MORE8220 Harwood Avenue, Wauwatosa, WI, 53213
4.0
(3 reviews)
"Lutheran Home was very clean, well-kept, and quite nice. The staff also seemed very nice and committed. It's a fairly nice location, and the rooms are just average-sized. I think the pricing is fairly reasonable. If someone has a Lutheran or Christia..."
READ MORE3553 South 41st St., Milwaukee, WI, 53221
3.8
(5 reviews)
"I'm at Landmark at the Terrace. They just changed a couple of months ago. It's even worse than it was when St. Clare had it. I wasn't aware that it was complete assisted living when I came here because I had told my caseworker that I was looking for ..."
READ MOREThe Wisconsin Department of Health licenses and monitors assisted living facilities in Brookfield. The department enforces rules pertaining to the scope of care, staffing and recreational programming to ensure a high standard of living for residents.
Brookfield is a relatively pricy option for assisted living, averaging $5,073 per month according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. This is several hundred dollars higher than the state average of $4,400 and the national rate of $4,300.Â
The only surveyed city with more expensive care than Brookfield is Appleton, where local facilities charge $5,500 per month. In Racine, seniors pay $4,650, and in Eau Claire, monthly care costs average $4,000. Green Bay is among the cheapest cities for assisted living in Wisconsin at $3,800 per month. Â
Brookfield
$5,073
Wisconsin
$4,400
The United States
$4,300
Appleton
$5,500
Green Bay
$3,800
Eau Claire
$4,000
Racine
$4,650
Assisted living rates in Brookfield average $5,073 per month. While this is expensive compared to residential care costs in other Wisconsin cities, this level of care is among the most affordable within the city. Homemaker services, which feature a similar scope of care in the individual’s own home, is $50 less per month at $5,023, but it doesn’t include housing and meal costs. Home health aides provide some skilled nursing services in the individual’s home for $5,243. Adult day health care is the cheapest option at $1,322, and nursing home care is the priciest at $9,429 for shared rooms and $11,376 for private rooms.Â
Homemaker Services
$5,023
Home Health Aide
$5,243
Adult Day Health Care
$1,322
Assisted Living Facility
$5,073
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,429
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$11,376
Note: Care cost data for Brookfield was not available, so data for the closest city, Milwaukee Area, was used instead.Â
Brookfield seniors who are frail and low-income may be able to receive help paying for services received in assisted living through the Family Care and Personal Care programs, although the services covered are limited.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Older adults in Brookfield have the support of several nonprofit agencies and programs that help them make decisions regarding their care and living arrangements. The following table features free and nonprofit resources that provide legal assistance, options counseling and connections to local services. Â
ResourceÂ
ContactÂ
ServiceÂ
Greater Wisconsin Area Agency on AgingÂ
(608) 243-5670Â
The Greater Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging provides a range of supportive services to seniors in Brookfield and the surrounding region. This nonprofit agency connects older adults with veterans’ services, legal advocacy and assistance, guardianship services and health insurance options counseling. It can also help older adults connect with services in the community, including nutrition consultations, transportation and durable medical equipment rentals.
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Waukesha CountyÂ
(262) 548-7848Â
The county’s ADRC provides a single point of access to a broad range of community-based services for older adults. Through this local nonprofit agency, seniors can obtain benefits counseling, which can help them identify public programs that can help cover assisted living expenses. The agency also provides information and referrals for services in the community, congregate meals, specialized transportation and support groups.
Waukesha County Division of Veterans ServicesÂ
(262) 548-7732Â
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Veterans in Brookfield and the surrounding region obtain various services through the county’s Division of Veterans Services. At the local office, which is about 8 miles from Brookfield in Waukesha, staff members screen veterans for eligibility for local, state and federal benefits. These include Aid and Attendance and pension programs, which can help cover assisted living expenses.
Brookfield Senior Community CenterÂ
(262) 796-6675Â
Brookfield Senior Community Center hosts a range of social and recreational programs for those aged 55 and over in Brookfield. At this center, members participate in activities such as line dancing, quilting groups, drawing classes and fitness programs. The center is open on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and membership is free to those who reside in Brookfield.
(800) 815-0015Â
The statewide long-term care ombudsman program provides advocacy services for those in assisted living. Through the state agency, seniors can contact a local volunteer ombudsman for assistance with comparing assisted living facilities, identifying options for paying for services and information regarding residents’ rights. The ombudsman can also investigate reports of abuse or neglect.Â
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Greater Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging | (608) 243-5670 | The Greater Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging provides a range of supportive services to seniors in Brookfield and the surrounding region. This nonprofit agency connects older adults with veterans’ services, legal advocacy and assistance, guardianship services and health insurance options counseling. It can also help older adults connect with services in the community, including nutrition consultations, transportation and durable medical equipment rentals. |
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Waukesha County | (262) 548-7848 | The county’s ADRC provides a single point of access to a broad range of community-based services for older adults. Through this local nonprofit agency, seniors can obtain benefits counseling, which can help them identify public programs that can help cover assisted living expenses. The agency also provides information and referrals for services in the community, congregate meals, specialized transportation and support groups. |
Waukesha County Division of Veterans Services | (262) 548-7732  | Veterans in Brookfield and the surrounding region obtain various services through the county’s Division of Veterans Services. At the local office, which is about 8 miles from Brookfield in Waukesha, staff members screen veterans for eligibility for local, state and federal benefits. These include Aid and Attendance and pension programs, which can help cover assisted living expenses. |
Brookfield Senior Community Center | (262) 796-6675Â | Brookfield Senior Community Center hosts a range of social and recreational programs for those aged 55 and over in Brookfield. At this center, members participate in activities such as line dancing, quilting groups, drawing classes and fitness programs. The center is open on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and membership is free to those who reside in Brookfield. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 815-0015 | The statewide long-term care ombudsman program provides advocacy services for those in assisted living. Through the state agency, seniors can contact a local volunteer ombudsman for assistance with comparing assisted living facilities, identifying options for paying for services and information regarding residents’ rights. The ombudsman can also investigate reports of abuse or neglect. |
Brookfield-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
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