Assisted Living Facilities in Mequon, WI
Mequon is an affluent suburban community located just 20 miles from Milwaukee. The city is home to 24,382 residents, and seniors represent nearly 25% of the population. Ozaukee County has the highest concentration of older adults in southeast Wisconsin. Mequon ranks well for its livability. The area has several green spaces and nature preserves, including Virmond Park, which overlooks Lake Michigan. Residents can also discover local history at the Jonathan Clark House, a 19th-century homestead and former meeting place for the area’s early settlers.
Seniors who want to enjoy more of the area’s amenities may consider assisted living. This form of residential care is suitable for adults who are active and independent but need occasional help with personal care or household tasks. Senior living communities in Mequon charge $5,073 per month, according to Genworth Financial’s Cost of Care Survey for 2020. Although this is higher than the state and national average, rates include accommodations, meals, personal care and recreational activities.
This guide features information about local providers and average prices. We’ve also included a directory of free resources to help with long-term care planning.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Mequon, WI
StoryPoint Mequon
6751 W. Mequon Road, Mequon, WI, 53092
Great management and caregivers. My mother loves her unit and tells me all the time how great the food is. StoryPoint was recommended by a friend and we are so happy with our decision.
Great management and caregivers. My mother loves her unit and tells me all the time how great the food is. StoryPoint was recommended by a friend and we are so happy with our decision.
Cedarhurst of Mequon
10803 North Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI, 53092
I toured this community for my mom. The apartments are spacious and have a full kitchen.
Staff was very knowledgeable and you could tell they cared about the residents. They also offer a pendant
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I toured this community for my mom. The apartments are spacious and have a full kitchen.
Staff was very knowledgeable and you could tell they cared about the residents. They also offer a pendant program for residents which is a call light button.
They have a fun activities calendar with at least 4 activities a day. The apartments come with Wi-Fi, cable and bathrooms have a walk in shower, apartment controlled heating and cooling. The apartments are big.
They offer housekeeping, laundry services, 3 meals a day. They did invite both myself and mom in for lunch and a tour. Also, transportation for any appointments that mom has.
A plus of this community is the is right off the expressway and close to hospitals, drs offices and shopping area.
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I toured this community for my mom. The apartments are spacious and have a full kitchen.
Staff was very knowledgeable and you could tell they cared about the residents. They also offer a pendant
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I toured this community for my mom. The apartments are spacious and have a full kitchen.
Staff was very knowledgeable and you could tell they cared about the residents. They also offer a pendant program for residents which is a call light button.
They have a fun activities calendar with at least 4 activities a day. The apartments come with Wi-Fi, cable and bathrooms have a walk in shower, apartment controlled heating and cooling. The apartments are big.
They offer housekeeping, laundry services, 3 meals a day. They did invite both myself and mom in for lunch and a tour. Also, transportation for any appointments that mom has.
A plus of this community is the is right off the expressway and close to hospitals, drs offices and shopping area.
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Ovation Sarah Chudnow
10995 N Market St, Mequon, WI, 53092
Sarah Chudnow was a very big place. I saw a large number of staff, as it was an assisted living, a memory facility, and a physical therapy facility. The staff seemed to be very busy, and I was able to
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Sarah Chudnow was a very big place. I saw a large number of staff, as it was an assisted living, a memory facility, and a physical therapy facility. The staff seemed to be very busy, and I was able to talk to only one girl, and her name was Connie. She was very courteous. She answered all of my questions. The rooms were very spacious. I thought they had the largest rooms of all the facilities that I toured. They were pet friendly. That one probably had the most to offer, but it just seemed a little impersonal to me. It had the feel of a larger hospital rather than a retirement home. As it is a bigger place, my mom would have to walk farther to attend to her dog’s needs.
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Sarah Chudnow was a very big place. I saw a large number of staff, as it was an assisted living, a memory facility, and a physical therapy facility. The staff seemed to be very busy, and I was able to
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Sarah Chudnow was a very big place. I saw a large number of staff, as it was an assisted living, a memory facility, and a physical therapy facility. The staff seemed to be very busy, and I was able to talk to only one girl, and her name was Connie. She was very courteous. She answered all of my questions. The rooms were very spacious. I thought they had the largest rooms of all the facilities that I toured. They were pet friendly. That one probably had the most to offer, but it just seemed a little impersonal to me. It had the feel of a larger hospital rather than a retirement home. As it is a bigger place, my mom would have to walk farther to attend to her dog’s needs.
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Menomonee Place
N84W17147 Menomonee Ave, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051
I toured Menomonee Place and it was a wonderful experience. It was amazing. It was affordable, it was clean, and everybody there was friendly. The staff during the tour, Dawn, was wonderful. I looked
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I toured Menomonee Place and it was a wonderful experience. It was amazing. It was affordable, it was clean, and everybody there was friendly. The staff during the tour, Dawn, was wonderful. I looked at the studio and it’s pretty big for a studio. They do games, they do the food, they have physical therapy, and they have a salon. They have everything you need. The staff answered all my questions.
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I toured Menomonee Place and it was a wonderful experience. It was amazing. It was affordable, it was clean, and everybody there was friendly. The staff during the tour, Dawn, was wonderful. I looked
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I toured Menomonee Place and it was a wonderful experience. It was amazing. It was affordable, it was clean, and everybody there was friendly. The staff during the tour, Dawn, was wonderful. I looked at the studio and it’s pretty big for a studio. They do games, they do the food, they have physical therapy, and they have a salon. They have everything you need. The staff answered all my questions.
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The Arboretum Senior Living
W180 N7890 Town Hall Road, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051
The Arboretum Senior Living seemed like a good place. They had good units and apartments in a nice setting, but it didn’t provide the level of service we needed. The staff members were pleasant. The r
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The Arboretum Senior Living seemed like a good place. They had good units and apartments in a nice setting, but it didn’t provide the level of service we needed. The staff members were pleasant. The rooms were nice, sunny, and a good size.
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The Arboretum Senior Living seemed like a good place. They had good units and apartments in a nice setting, but it didn’t provide the level of service we needed. The staff members were pleasant. The r
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The Arboretum Senior Living seemed like a good place. They had good units and apartments in a nice setting, but it didn’t provide the level of service we needed. The staff members were pleasant. The rooms were nice, sunny, and a good size.
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HarborChase of Shorewood
1111 East Capitol Drive, Shorewood, WI, 53211
HarborChase of Shorewood is located in the quiet suburb of Shorewood, Wisconsin, close to Lincoln Park, Metro Market and the Milwaukee River. Residents love that they can choose to eat their meals at
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HarborChase of Shorewood is located in the quiet suburb of Shorewood, Wisconsin, close to Lincoln Park, Metro Market and the Milwaukee River. Residents love that they can choose to eat their meals at any time of the day in the restaurant-style dining room. Families appreciate the kind and caring staff who make sure that they are always informed of any medical issues and go out of their way to help the residents. HarborChase of Shorewood residents mention the wide range of amenities at this facility including a coffee bistro, workout room, library and craft rooms.
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HarborChase of Shorewood is located in the quiet suburb of Shorewood, Wisconsin, close to Lincoln Park, Metro Market and the Milwaukee River. Residents love that they can choose to eat their meals at
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HarborChase of Shorewood is located in the quiet suburb of Shorewood, Wisconsin, close to Lincoln Park, Metro Market and the Milwaukee River. Residents love that they can choose to eat their meals at any time of the day in the restaurant-style dining room. Families appreciate the kind and caring staff who make sure that they are always informed of any medical issues and go out of their way to help the residents. HarborChase of Shorewood residents mention the wide range of amenities at this facility including a coffee bistro, workout room, library and craft rooms.
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Heartis Village North Shore
100 W. River Woods Parkway, Glendale, WI, 53212
My mother moved to Heartis Village North Shore. It’s awesome; they work hard to make it feel like a community. They assured me, and I was able to see happy residents. So I know that my mom is going to
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My mother moved to Heartis Village North Shore. It’s awesome; they work hard to make it feel like a community. They assured me, and I was able to see happy residents. So I know that my mom is going to be cared for. There’s so many amenities and those are wonderful as well. She can get her hair done, she can get a manicure and pedicure. My mom is a southern belle, so she likes to have those things available to her, and they have those there, including a hand massage and foot massage. We visited eight places, and this one was the best. I didn’t get to sample their food, but the residents seem to brag about it. The facility is beautiful. They had a bird expert come in and talked to the residents about birds, and they have happy hour. They have a rosary group once a week and a prayer group, and that’s important for my mom. There’s a couple of people that play cards and poker, so they’re going to do a poker group on Tuesdays.
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My mother moved to Heartis Village North Shore. It’s awesome; they work hard to make it feel like a community. They assured me, and I was able to see happy residents. So I know that my mom is going to
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My mother moved to Heartis Village North Shore. It’s awesome; they work hard to make it feel like a community. They assured me, and I was able to see happy residents. So I know that my mom is going to be cared for. There’s so many amenities and those are wonderful as well. She can get her hair done, she can get a manicure and pedicure. My mom is a southern belle, so she likes to have those things available to her, and they have those there, including a hand massage and foot massage. We visited eight places, and this one was the best. I didn’t get to sample their food, but the residents seem to brag about it. The facility is beautiful. They had a bird expert come in and talked to the residents about birds, and they have happy hour. They have a rosary group once a week and a prayer group, and that’s important for my mom. There’s a couple of people that play cards and poker, so they’re going to do a poker group on Tuesdays.
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Milan Estates
715 E. Milan Drive, Saukville, WI, 53080
My sister is at Milan Estates. We chose it because of the size. They are very attentive, and we are extremely satisfied with their service so far. The staff has been very kind and very welcoming. She
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My sister is at Milan Estates. We chose it because of the size. They are very attentive, and we are extremely satisfied with their service so far. The staff has been very kind and very welcoming. She has no complaints about the food, so I think it’s been good. It’s a beautiful facility, and so far, we’re very happy. It’s a good location for our family, and it’s very centralized to a lot of the siblings. It was just a good fit.
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My sister is at Milan Estates. We chose it because of the size. They are very attentive, and we are extremely satisfied with their service so far. The staff has been very kind and very welcoming. She
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My sister is at Milan Estates. We chose it because of the size. They are very attentive, and we are extremely satisfied with their service so far. The staff has been very kind and very welcoming. She has no complaints about the food, so I think it’s been good. It’s a beautiful facility, and so far, we’re very happy. It’s a good location for our family, and it’s very centralized to a lot of the siblings. It was just a good fit.
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Ebenezer Christian Home LLC
3207 N 36th Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53216
Excellent care. Therapy was helpful and practical. Staff was amazing. Food was good, especially the soup. Guests were warmly welcomed by the staff.
Excellent care. Therapy was helpful and practical. Staff was amazing. Food was good, especially the soup. Guests were warmly welcomed by the staff.
Laurel Oaks Senior Living
1700 W. Bender Road, Glendale, WI, 53209
We went to look at Laurel Oaks Senior Living. The director was not available at that time, so it was pretty much a tour of what rooms they had available. It wasn’t too much about the program and how
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We went to look at Laurel Oaks Senior Living. The director was not available at that time, so it was pretty much a tour of what rooms they had available. It wasn’t too much about the program and how to proceed. The facility is beautiful and it looks like a park. The maintenance person really knew a lot about the facility, so he answered the questions that he could answer. The rooms looked comfortable, and some were more spacious than others, but they still looked like it was a great place to have as their own.
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We went to look at Laurel Oaks Senior Living. The director was not available at that time, so it was pretty much a tour of what rooms they had available. It wasn’t too much about the program and how
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We went to look at Laurel Oaks Senior Living. The director was not available at that time, so it was pretty much a tour of what rooms they had available. It wasn’t too much about the program and how to proceed. The facility is beautiful and it looks like a park. The maintenance person really knew a lot about the facility, so he answered the questions that he could answer. The rooms looked comfortable, and some were more spacious than others, but they still looked like it was a great place to have as their own.
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Azura Assisted Living and Memory Care of Fox Point
7770 North Point Washington Road, Fox Point, WI, 53217
Willowbrook Place
205 Green Bay Road, Thiensville, WI, 53092
willow brook has the most amazing staff and wonderful fun activities for everyone!
my mom loves the art and of course happy hour on Thursdays!
the apartments are beautiful and the facility is extrem
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willow brook has the most amazing staff and wonderful fun activities for everyone!
my mom loves the art and of course happy hour on Thursdays!
the apartments are beautiful and the facility is extremely clean and well kept.
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willow brook has the most amazing staff and wonderful fun activities for everyone!
my mom loves the art and of course happy hour on Thursdays!
the apartments are beautiful and the facility is extrem
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willow brook has the most amazing staff and wonderful fun activities for everyone!
my mom loves the art and of course happy hour on Thursdays!
the apartments are beautiful and the facility is extremely clean and well kept.
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Ellen’s Home of Germantown South
W150 N11127 Fond du Lac Ave., Germantown, WI, 53022
My mother received excellent care at Ellen’s Home Germantown South. It was very clean as far as what we could see through the window. She was very happy, and she was actually doing very well. Her hear
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My mother received excellent care at Ellen’s Home Germantown South. It was very clean as far as what we could see through the window. She was very happy, and she was actually doing very well. Her heart just couldn’t hold on to anything anymore. The food was very good and the staff was very good. We were very pleased with it. She was really doing fantastic and getting her strength and everything else back, but she had congestive heart failure. We never were able to get inside the facility with COVID, but she was very pleased with it and she said it was clean. Everybody was happy, and everybody took care of everybody. It was very clean and very well kept from the outside. She participated in their exercise program, their crafting program, and she played bingo.
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My mother received excellent care at Ellen’s Home Germantown South. It was very clean as far as what we could see through the window. She was very happy, and she was actually doing very well. Her hear
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My mother received excellent care at Ellen’s Home Germantown South. It was very clean as far as what we could see through the window. She was very happy, and she was actually doing very well. Her heart just couldn’t hold on to anything anymore. The food was very good and the staff was very good. We were very pleased with it. She was really doing fantastic and getting her strength and everything else back, but she had congestive heart failure. We never were able to get inside the facility with COVID, but she was very pleased with it and she said it was clean. Everybody was happy, and everybody took care of everybody. It was very clean and very well kept from the outside. She participated in their exercise program, their crafting program, and she played bingo.
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Frontida of Germantown
N109W17525 Virginia Ave, Germantown, WI, 53022
The staff is always interactive with my dad. He and all the residents all look well kept. The staff always has dad ready when I call to ask them to have him ready to go out.
The staff is always interactive with my dad. He and all the residents all look well kept. The staff always has dad ready when I call to ask them to have him ready to go out.
McKinley Place
W56N225 McKinley Boulevard, Cedarburg, WI, 53012
My mother in law gets TERRIBLE service here. It’s greatly understaffed. She is ignored as many of the residents are, when they call for help. She is missed from pick up at dinner time and states that
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My mother in law gets TERRIBLE service here. It’s greatly understaffed. She is ignored as many of the residents are, when they call for help. She is missed from pick up at dinner time and states that the food selection is minimal at best ,and very unpalatable. For an Ozaukee County facility, and especially a CEDARBURG elder care home, this is unimaginable. Promises of more staff are just lies. The injuries lately are numerous. I would not recommend this place and would like my mother in law to leave.
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My mother in law gets TERRIBLE service here. It’s greatly understaffed. She is ignored as many of the residents are, when they call for help. She is missed from pick up at dinner time and states that
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My mother in law gets TERRIBLE service here. It’s greatly understaffed. She is ignored as many of the residents are, when they call for help. She is missed from pick up at dinner time and states that the food selection is minimal at best ,and very unpalatable. For an Ozaukee County facility, and especially a CEDARBURG elder care home, this is unimaginable. Promises of more staff are just lies. The injuries lately are numerous. I would not recommend this place and would like my mother in law to leave.
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Lincoln Village Senior Living
1330 W Lincoln Avenue, Port Washington, WI, 53074
I toured Lincoln Village Senior Living and I thought they did a great job. It’s a huge place and they have a lot of amenities, but I think it was just too big for my mom. I think if she would have sta
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I toured Lincoln Village Senior Living and I thought they did a great job. It’s a huge place and they have a lot of amenities, but I think it was just too big for my mom. I think if she would have started assisted living ten years ago in her life and gotten her place there, I think she would have been fine with it, but it’s almost too overwhelming for her now to be placed there for the first time. It’s a big place, but it’s beautiful.
The staff was very professional, very personal, and willing to answer any questions that my mom had. I thought she did a nice job. They have everything from a couple of bedroom facility rooms to single rooms to studios. It’s like a little town. It’s very cute. The dining area was nice. It’s separated and felt like you were truly going to a dining area. It looked very nice.
They pretty much offered everything. They have a meal plan, a wellness plan, and games. They also have little sitting areas inside and out. They have a lot to offer their residents. For my mom, it would be too much to get around because she’s on oxygen, but if you’re pretty mobile and can ambulate around it’d be a great transition place because it’s more apartment living. This has got elevators in it and it’s just a total setup. It’s very impressive. They seem to know their residents, but it’s very spaced out. It’s a more independent living, to me, than it is assisted living.
The staff was energetic and very professional. She knew her job and knew the place. But I don’t know that she went out of her way to do anything above and beyond. I thought she was very helpful, but I wouldn’t say I left wowed or impressed that I would go and place my mom there.
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I toured Lincoln Village Senior Living and I thought they did a great job. It’s a huge place and they have a lot of amenities, but I think it was just too big for my mom. I think if she would have sta
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I toured Lincoln Village Senior Living and I thought they did a great job. It’s a huge place and they have a lot of amenities, but I think it was just too big for my mom. I think if she would have started assisted living ten years ago in her life and gotten her place there, I think she would have been fine with it, but it’s almost too overwhelming for her now to be placed there for the first time. It’s a big place, but it’s beautiful.
The staff was very professional, very personal, and willing to answer any questions that my mom had. I thought she did a nice job. They have everything from a couple of bedroom facility rooms to single rooms to studios. It’s like a little town. It’s very cute. The dining area was nice. It’s separated and felt like you were truly going to a dining area. It looked very nice.
They pretty much offered everything. They have a meal plan, a wellness plan, and games. They also have little sitting areas inside and out. They have a lot to offer their residents. For my mom, it would be too much to get around because she’s on oxygen, but if you’re pretty mobile and can ambulate around it’d be a great transition place because it’s more apartment living. This has got elevators in it and it’s just a total setup. It’s very impressive. They seem to know their residents, but it’s very spaced out. It’s a more independent living, to me, than it is assisted living.
The staff was energetic and very professional. She knew her job and knew the place. But I don’t know that she went out of her way to do anything above and beyond. I thought she was very helpful, but I wouldn’t say I left wowed or impressed that I would go and place my mom there.
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Ellen’s Home of Port Washington
1800 Granite Ln, Port Washington, WI, 53074
We toured Ellen’s Home of Port Washington and it looks like a newer place. It’s in a beautiful subdivision. Sonja, our tour guide, did a fantastic job of touring us. They call it a senior assisted liv
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We toured Ellen’s Home of Port Washington and it looks like a newer place. It’s in a beautiful subdivision. Sonja, our tour guide, did a fantastic job of touring us. They call it a senior assisted living, but I would say it felt more nursing home. It was the very first place that we went to.
The rooms were more like studio apartments. They were not bad, but in comparison to everything else that I’ve seen now, they were my least favorite. They were clean and you have some space in them, and I liked the fact that it was ranch-style, and everything was on one level. But they weren’t as nice as the other places if I was to compare.
The dining area was very nice. It seemed homey. It was spaced out so that if you wanted to eat with or dine with a friend, you could, and if you wanted to eat by yourself, you could do that, too.
It seemed like they have an activity director or somebody who was in charge of activities, but I didn’t see it in action. They seem to take a lot of photos of the residents doing stuff, and they had plenty of offerings according to their folder. I just wasn’t there long enough to get a good feel. It sounded like you do some shopping trips, and they bring in some people to do tea time and bingo.
Sonja was wonderful. She’s worked there and worked her way up to a leadership position. She is very proud of their facility and there was a lot of kudos to them for it because I do think they take good care of it. However, it reminded me more of a nursing home and not assisted living. I felt like the age of the residents was more nursing home. I think my mom would have felt like I was dumping her up there to die rather than it being like the next phase in her life. But Sonja was energetic, answered any questions that I have, and was very professional. She met us at the door. She couldn’t have done a better job of the tour in trying to explain their facility and what they could offer. She was great.
I’m scoring based on assisted living and what I was looking for. To me, I was touring because I wanted an assisted living place, and I didn’t feel like that’s what they were.
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We toured Ellen’s Home of Port Washington and it looks like a newer place. It’s in a beautiful subdivision. Sonja, our tour guide, did a fantastic job of touring us. They call it a senior assisted liv
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We toured Ellen’s Home of Port Washington and it looks like a newer place. It’s in a beautiful subdivision. Sonja, our tour guide, did a fantastic job of touring us. They call it a senior assisted living, but I would say it felt more nursing home. It was the very first place that we went to.
The rooms were more like studio apartments. They were not bad, but in comparison to everything else that I’ve seen now, they were my least favorite. They were clean and you have some space in them, and I liked the fact that it was ranch-style, and everything was on one level. But they weren’t as nice as the other places if I was to compare.
The dining area was very nice. It seemed homey. It was spaced out so that if you wanted to eat with or dine with a friend, you could, and if you wanted to eat by yourself, you could do that, too.
It seemed like they have an activity director or somebody who was in charge of activities, but I didn’t see it in action. They seem to take a lot of photos of the residents doing stuff, and they had plenty of offerings according to their folder. I just wasn’t there long enough to get a good feel. It sounded like you do some shopping trips, and they bring in some people to do tea time and bingo.
Sonja was wonderful. She’s worked there and worked her way up to a leadership position. She is very proud of their facility and there was a lot of kudos to them for it because I do think they take good care of it. However, it reminded me more of a nursing home and not assisted living. I felt like the age of the residents was more nursing home. I think my mom would have felt like I was dumping her up there to die rather than it being like the next phase in her life. But Sonja was energetic, answered any questions that I have, and was very professional. She met us at the door. She couldn’t have done a better job of the tour in trying to explain their facility and what they could offer. She was great.
I’m scoring based on assisted living and what I was looking for. To me, I was touring because I wanted an assisted living place, and I didn’t feel like that’s what they were.
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Riverview Village
W176N9430 Rivercrest, Menomonee Falls, WI, 53051
Riverview Village was very expensive, and the rooms were very small. It was more like a nursing home than an assisted living facility. The staff seemed fine. The rooms need to be more updated for assi
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Riverview Village was very expensive, and the rooms were very small. It was more like a nursing home than an assisted living facility. The staff seemed fine. The rooms need to be more updated for assisted living. It was very clean, the common areas were very nice, but my mom was turned off by the rooms. They didn’t seem to have as much available for residents to do as some of the other places.
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Riverview Village was very expensive, and the rooms were very small. It was more like a nursing home than an assisted living facility. The staff seemed fine. The rooms need to be more updated for assi
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Riverview Village was very expensive, and the rooms were very small. It was more like a nursing home than an assisted living facility. The staff seemed fine. The rooms need to be more updated for assisted living. It was very clean, the common areas were very nice, but my mom was turned off by the rooms. They didn’t seem to have as much available for residents to do as some of the other places.
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Ellen’s Home of Germantown
N113W16358 Sylvan Circle, Germantown, WI, 53022
well if I have to be honest I went to visit this place in hopes to place my father. I found it very clean but upon my arrival I found it hard to get someones attention, there was a woman I then found
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well if I have to be honest I went to visit this place in hopes to place my father. I found it very clean but upon my arrival I found it hard to get someones attention, there was a woman I then found out was the manager sitting on a computer and had looked up and did not bother to stop and address me and my father. I then found a staff member who was helpful but the snapping of the bubble gum was a bit obnoxious. It may have just been a bad day for everyone that particular day but any day like that is one too many for me .. sorry you will not be taking my father .. he deserves much better
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well if I have to be honest I went to visit this place in hopes to place my father. I found it very clean but upon my arrival I found it hard to get someones attention, there was a woman I then found
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well if I have to be honest I went to visit this place in hopes to place my father. I found it very clean but upon my arrival I found it hard to get someones attention, there was a woman I then found out was the manager sitting on a computer and had looked up and did not bother to stop and address me and my father. I then found a staff member who was helpful but the snapping of the bubble gum was a bit obnoxious. It may have just been a bad day for everyone that particular day but any day like that is one too many for me .. sorry you will not be taking my father .. he deserves much better
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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Mequon
Regardless of the community you choose, all assisted living facilities in Mequon and surrounding areas must meet safety standards enforced by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance. This agency regulates four types of assisted living centers classified as adult day care facilities, adult family homes, community-based residential facilities and residential care apartment complexes.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Mequon
- Mequon is more pleasant than most communities in Wisconsin based on climate data. Seniors can expect chilly winters with above-average snowfall and lows in the teens. However, rainfall is average, and summers are pleasant with highs in the low 80s.
- Seniors who have advanced medical needs or are interested in preventive care are in an excellent location. Nearly two dozen hospitals are located in the greater Milwaukee area, and Mequon’s Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital Ozaukee specializes in treating heart failure. Mequon also has 442 physicians per 100,000 residents compared to the U.S. average of 210.
- Individuals who have chronic medical conditions, such as asthma or COPD, should be aware that Ozaukee County has poor air quality. Although it received an A rating for 24-hour particulates, the American Lung Association gave it an F for ozone pollution. Seniors may need to take extra precautions during the summer months and on high-ozone days.
- The cost of living in Mequon is approximately 25% higher than the national average. Real estate costs are the driving factor behind this statistic. However, most other costs, including utilities, transportation, health care and groceries, are on par with the U.S. median.
- Mequon’s cost of living is also influenced by local tax rates. Sales tax is affordable at 5.6% compared to 7.3% in other parts of the country, but income tax is slightly higher than the national average at 6.3%. Although Social Security benefits are exempt, other forms of retirement income are taxed at this rate.
- Crime rates in Mequon are 70% lower than the U.S. average, which makes it an appealing location for families and older adults. Low levels of violent crimes and property-related offenses earned the community an A+ rating from AreaVibes. Assisted living facilities also provide enhanced security features.
Paying for Assisted Living in Mequon
According to Genworth Financial, assisted living facilities in Mequon charge $5,073 per month, higher than the state and national average.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Mequon is one of the most expensive locations for assisted living in southeast Wisconsin. Seniors in the area pay $673 more than the state median of $4,400 and $773 more than the national average of $4,300. Rates are also higher than other metropolitan areas in the region. Prices in Madison and Sheboygan are approximately $125 lower. Seniors in Fond du Lac save $387 per month, and those in Racine save $423.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
With an average cost of $5,073 per month, assisted living is cheaper than many forms of long-term care. Seniors who want to live at home and can travel to a community-based facility typically pay $1,322 per month for adult day health care. Rates increase to $5,053 per month for homemaker services and $5,243 for a home health aide. Seniors who require a higher level of medical support can expect to pay roughly twice as much for skilled nursing based on average rates of $9,429 for a semiprivate room and $11,376 for a private room.
Note: Care cost data for Mequon was not available, so data for the closest city, Milwaukee, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mequon
Mequon 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.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Mequon
Seniors in Mequon and southeast Wisconsin can take advantage of various government-sponsored services designed to improve their well-being and connect them with community-based resources. Learn more about some of the most comprehensive resources below.
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(262) 284-8120
The Ozaukee County Aging and Disability Resource Center is a one-stop-shop for information about long-term care, senior nutrition programs, transportation and government benefits. Staff members provide one-on-one consultations to help seniors and disabled adults access appropriate services and cut through the red tape associated with applications and appeals.
(608) 243-5670
GWAAR is a nonprofit government-affiliated agency that provides information about state and federal programs available to seniors, disabled adults and caregivers in Mequon and more than 70 counties and tribal areas statewide. In addition to planning for the state's future long-term care needs, it provides elder law resources, guardianship assistance, senior employment opportunities and information about preventing Medicare fraud.
(262) 238-8326
Located in Port Washington, this county agency provides informational services and application assistance to help veterans and dependents qualify for local, state and federal benefits. These programs can help with medical services, transportation and long-term care. Individuals who receive a military pension may qualify for a financial supplement designed to cover the cost of personal care provided at home or in an assisted living facility.
(262) 376-7774
Seniors and retirees looking for a way to stay active while giving back to the community can find a variety of volunteer opportunities through Ozaukee Family Services. Mequon residents can serve as volunteer drivers or provide grocery shopping assistance. The organization also needs individuals who can perform basic household maintenance and handyman chores or are willing to volunteer at annual fundraisers and special events.
(800) 815-0015
The Board on Aging and Long Term Care manages the state's Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and Medigap Helpline. The ombudsman for Ozaukee County serves current and prospective long-term care residents by providing information about assisted living facilities and residents' rights. It also accepts complaints and works with providers to resolve disputes and concerns about the quality of care.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mequon
Mequon-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.
