Serving as the most populous city in Wisconsin, Milwaukee offers views of forests and bluffs near the western shore of Lake Michigan, and it houses 46 assisted living residences. In 2024, the monthly cost of residential care in this region comes to approximately $6,183, which trends significantly higher than the state median of $5,500 and the national standard fee of $5,350.
In this guide, we list 305 reviews unbiased reviews of assisted living facilities in the Milwaukee region, providing diverse perspectives of the local quality of care. Overall, these facilities gain a consumer satisfaction score of 3.9 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
1904 E Belleview Place, Milwaukee, WI 53211
2.5
(2 reviews)
"We went to visit Abundant Life Manor assisted living facility while in the area, searching for a place for our aunt to live. They graciously allowed us to take a tour, despite the fact that we did not have an appointment. We could immediately see t..."
$6,000
7932 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
8011 W Brentwood Ct, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
7927 W Bender Ave #1 - #4, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
4660 W Brentwood Court, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
8120 W Bender Ave (#1 - #4), Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
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8246 W. Casper, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
5157 N. 45th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
10401 W Bradley Road, Milwaukee, WI 53224
At Ameira Orchids Assisted Living, we ensure the safety and comfort of our residents. Our home is designed to give each resident a sense of independence and belonging. Staff and residents are family members to us and make our home a cheerful and comfortable place to reside. We strive to help our residents be as independent as possible, but are here to help when they need it. We also focus on spiritual health with worship services. We offer opportunities for engagement with a variety of activities. We have professional staff members who can perform free assessments to determine the level of care needed. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$5,550
5708 N 90th St, Milwaukee, WI 53225
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
8128 W Clovernook, Milwaukee, WI 53223
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
5151 N 45th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
6334 N 105th St, Milwaukee, WI 53225
The Right Way Family Home offers licensed Adult Foster Care Homes for aging and cognitively impaired adult residents. Our staff is comprised of courteous, dependable, motivated caregivers who attend to the daily needs of our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. Whether a resident needs assistance with one or two activities of daily living (such as bathing, grooming, medication management, transferring, etc) or all activities of daily living, we feel blessed to be able to provide that help. TRW/Ross Family Homes has been offering care to those who need it for 23 years. We would be honored to care for your loved one.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Wisconsin Department of Health Services Division of Quality Assurance Provider Search
$3,000
3800 N 92nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53222
4.4
(12 reviews)
"We were very impressed with St. Anne's Salvatorian Campus. They offered everything that we were looking for in assisted living. It was very highly recommended by a few of our friends, and so we had a very good tour experience. We first looked at a ..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
5790 S. 27th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53221
4.2
(14 reviews)
"The rooms on the rehab unit are new, modern and clean. The rooms have a mini fridge, microwave, are all private, and have a shower inside of the room. Staffing was short at times, but with covid happening I am seeing short staffing everywhere includi..."
$4,000
1840 N PROSPECT AVE, Milwaukee, WI 53202
4.7
(4 reviews)
"It was comfortable. It has a nursing care component. It was larger with higher storage. It appealed to the community with art exhibits and they had performers who came in for the residents. They also had field trips and the staff was wonderful. I wou..."
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2505 East Bradford Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
3.9
(11 reviews)
"My father has lived at Eastcastle in independent living for 13 years. He loves it there and has many friends. Recently, he was ill and needed rehab and was sent to the Health and Rehab Center. The staff on the 5th floor is exceptional. From the thera..."
$3,850
1400 W. Sonata Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53221
3.7
(13 reviews)
"We toured Wilson Commons. They have a variety of options available for independent living as well as assisted living. They have units that are detached from the large building and more like ranch homes. The meals were optional, and you sign up when y..."
$1,045
10851 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..."
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1400 N. Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202
4.6
(3 reviews)
"I've committed myself to go to Chai Point. I've done my tours and worked it out and that's typically the best for me. Part of the reason I'm going here is that I'm Jewish. It's a 2-bedroom apartment that we plan on getting. It's a little smaller than..."
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Assisted Living
Gvps1
1.0
Review of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Greenfield
The brick and mortar is fine but the staff is terrible. Good luck if you need assistance going to the bathroom. Do yourself a favor and avoid this place.
Assisted Living
Maria
4.0
Review of Villa St Francis
We toured Villa St. Francis Assisted Living. They were very organized, and someone was waiting for us to give us the tour. She went through everything. She gave us a brochure listing the services...
Assisted Living
Annomynous
1.0
Review of Abundant Life Manor
I have a half a room,hard to move around. Not wheelchair acceptable or just barely. The room doesnt get cleaned. I take my own trash out. Severely understaffed to where people do not receive care...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey suggests that Milwaukee seniors pay around $6,183 per month for assisted living. This price runs almost $700 higher than Wisconsin’s norm, exceeding the national median of $5,350. While facilities in Racine and Madison charge about $6,100 and $5,973, respectively, seniors in Fond du Lac pay higher rates of roughly $6,800.
Milwaukee
$6,183
Wisconsin
$5,500
United States
$5,350
Racine
$6,100
Fond du Lac
$6,800
Janesville
$6,044
Madison
$5,973
For many Milwaukee seniors, paying for assisted living involves a combination of public health insurance programs, veterans’ benefits and personal resources. Understanding these options can help seniors and their families effectively budget for care.
Wisconsin’s state Medicaid program provides waivers for qualified seniors that can help pay for supportive services at assisted living care facilities. Though the waivers do not cover room-and-board costs, they do set a limit on what a facility can charge for those services.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Assisted living prices in Milwaukee are projected to rise by 18% or $866 in just three years. Between 2022 and 2024, prices are expected to jump from $4,815 to $5,681. Although long-term care prices have been rising steadily for years, consumers are facing above-average increases due to inflation. Statewide, assisted living prices are expected to increase 30% from $4,269 to $5,606, compared to 18% nationally. Other regional cities, such as Waukesha, Kenosha and Menomonee Falls, are seeing increases similar to Milwaukee that will push monthly rates up from $700 to $875.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $4,815 | $5,275 | $5,681 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Wisconsin | $4,269 | $4,992 | $5,606 |
| Waukesha | $4,865 | $5,330 | $5,740 |
| Kenosha | $4,827 | $5,288 | $5,695 |
| Menomonee Falls | $3,919 | $4,294 | $4,624 |
Milwaukee’s seniors anticipate assisted living fees of around $6,183 per month. While home health care costs about $300 more, in-home care rates trend roughly $1,400 lower. On the other hand, nursing home rates run thousands of dollars higher, with seniors spending approximately $12,197 on semi-private accommodations.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,483
Assisted Living Facility
$6,183
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,197
There are many resources in Milwaukee,WI that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Wisconsin state page.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee County DHHS Division on Aging | 888-947-6583 | This division includes Milwaukee’s Area Agency on Aging and the Aging and Disability Resource Center, providing seniors with a single entry point for community-based services and supports. It administers nutrition programs, transportation and case management, and it has information specialists who provide referrals for services. |
| Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin Food Pantry | 414-931-7400 | The Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin Food Pantry has a network that includes shelters, meal programs and hundreds of food pantries, including many in Milwaukee. Seniors can contact this program to find local food distribution sites and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers. |
| Meals on Wheels | 414-289-6874 | The Meals on Wheels Program delivers hot, nutritious meals on weekdays to housebound seniors unable to prepare their own meals due to physical or cognitive limitations. The program serves those aged 60 and over, and individuals must be home during their delivery window. |
| SeniorLAW | 855-947-2529 | Legal Action of Wisconsin operates SeniorLAW, which offers comprehensive civil legal services to those aged 60 and over. Seniors can contact this program for help with understanding assisted living contracts, applying for public benefits and assigning powers of attorney. |
| Revitalize Milwaukee | 414-312-7531 | Revitalize Milwaukee helps seniors remain in their homes through chore services, critical repairs and the Asthma Safe Homes Program. It administers occupational therapy assessments for those aged 62 and over to help ensure their homes are safe and easy to navigate. |
| Wilson Park Senior Center | 414-282-5566 | This county-operated senior center serves those aged 50 and over through social, educational and fitness programs. Some activities it hosts include games, instructor-led stretching and mobility classes and woodshop. |
| Serving Older Adults | 414-933-2332 | SOA operates the Senior Dining Program, which provides daily lunches to those aged 60 and over for $3 at designated meal sites. It also oversees several senior centers throughout the county, including two in Milwaukee. |
| Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute | 414-219-5083 | This program serves seniors and families facing dementia diagnoses through in-home memory assessments, personalized treatment plans and referrals to resources in the community. It also operates the Amazing Grace Chorus program, which incorporates socialization and music education. |
| Milwaukee Public Library Older Adult Programs | 414-286-3000 | The local public library hosts several programs for those aged 60 and over, including book clubs and Technology Tuesday programming. It offers resources such as genealogical research tools, free Gale Courses access and numerous large print and audio books. |
| Social Security Administration | 800-772-1213 or 800-325-0778 (TTY) | The Social Security Administration has representatives who help seniors apply for Medicare and Social Security benefits. The city’s three offices operate on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and visitors should make appointments prior to their arrival. |
| Milwaukee Vet Center | 414-902-5561 | The Milwaukee Vet Center provides free, confidential counseling services for veterans and their families. Additionally, it provides referrals for community-based resources and services for veterans. |
| Clement J. Zablocki Veterans' Administration Medical Center | 414-384-2000 | The local VA medical center specializes in geriatric care and offers treatment for age-related conditions such as memory problems, falls and bone loss. It also provides primary care services and specialties such as podiatry, orthopedics and cardiology. |
Milwaukee Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in WI are required to follow. Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
Assisted living communities in Milwaukee provide a blend of personal care and convenience. These services and amenities encourage an active, engaged lifestyle while promoting maintenance-free comfort. As they compare assisted living centers in the region, seniors often prioritize options with diverse social and recreational opportunities, high-quality dining programs and multiple floor plans to choose from. By understanding the scope of features available, seniors and families can make informed long-term care decisions.
To learn more about these features and get personalized assistance in finding the right long-term care solution, contact a Caring.com Family Advisor today.
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