Ramsey Woods Memory Care
3210 E. Ramsey Ave., Cudahy, WI, 53110
"Ramsey Woods Assisted Living offers gracious residential living in a home-like setting in Cudahy, Wisconsin. Our community is located on bea..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in South Milwaukee provide personal care services, housekeeping, meals and recreational programming, promoting a worry-free lifestyle for older adults. The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey shows that on average, seniors in the South Milwaukee region pay $5,073 per month for this level of care, which is considerably higher than state and national medians.
This guide gives an overview of assisted living in South Milwaukee, including the pros and cons of living here and how much seniors pay for care services. It also lists local nonprofit agencies that help older adults find the care options that suit their needs.
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3210 E. Ramsey Ave., Cudahy, WI, 53110
"Ramsey Woods Assisted Living offers gracious residential living in a home-like setting in Cudahy, Wisconsin. Our community is located on bea..."
READ MORE9329 S 48Th St, Franklin, WI, 53132
3.5
(10 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is at Elizabeth Residence Franklin. The level of care that the staffing provides is phenomenal. They are caring and loving, and there's a consistency of care. There's very little turnover and we're very happy with that. She's been th..."
READ MORE1910 W Ohio, Milwaukee, WI, 53215
4.3
(3 reviews)
"I think Villa St. Francis was an excellent place. We have chosen it because it meets Mary's needs specifically. We have spoken to at least a dozen residents, and they all said they're happy that they're there. I am very pleased. It appeared to be man..."
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 MORE2222 West Bolivar Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53221
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The facility overall was fairly decent. The location could be slightly more scenic but it's certainly not as depressing as other locales I am aware of. The amenities overall are acceptable; nothing too fancy but not incredibly impressive either. The ..."
READ MORE3750 E HAMMOND AVE, Cudahy, WI, 53110
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The Hammond House assisted living facility was a place on our list to visit in the region as an option for our aunt. We could see that the residents there were content and well cared for when we arrived. It was apparent that this was a very nice, li..."
READ MORE1110 W Oakwood Road, Oak Creek, WI, 53154
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We visited Oakwood Terrace while in the area checking out facilities for our uncle. The building exterior looked well tended, as did the nicely landscaped and manicured trees, walkways, seating areas and lawns. There was a nice vibe and though we ha..."
READ MORE4719 Kingdom Court, Racine, Racine, WI, 53402
3.4
(5 reviews)
"Thank you to the loving Willowgreen staff for caring for our family and going the extra mile. Getting information about care that is specific and meaningful is often very difficult. We are so happy with the way that you helped us to know what to do..."
READ MORE3460 E Barnard Avenue, Cudahy, WI, 53110
3.0
(2 reviews)
"Cudahy Place worked good and I cant complain. I have been here for a year and everything's OK. The staff is nice and the food is good. They serve three meals a day. The management is good and they have a lot of activities. They manage the medication..."
READ MORE4900 S. 68th Street, Greenfield, WI, 53220
2.3
(3 reviews)
"This is a nice facility. Cozy, and up kept very well! Clean, home made meals and desserts! I had a unexpected tour here, and the house was beyond clean and homey! Staff is very friendly,professional, and very knowledgeable about this field of care. A..."
READ MORE7550 South 13th Street, Oak Creek, WI, 53154
"Matthews Senior Living communities are an attractive option for seniors who may no longer be comfortable living in their own home but don’t ..."
READ MORE3660 East Denton Avenue, Saint Francis, WI, 53235
"Matthews Senior Living communities are an attractive option for seniors who may no longer be comfortable living in their own home but don’t ..."
READ MOREThe Wisconsin Department of Health Services monitors assisted living facilities, also referred to as community-based residential facilities, in South Milwaukee. This department outlines the services these facilities must provide and regulates staffing and staff training, nutrition and medication services and intake and discharge requirements. It also investigates reports of abuse or neglect in residential facilities.
In South Milwaukee, older adults pay $5,073 per month for assisted living services. This is considerably higher than the state and national respective rates of $4,400 and $4,300.
Assisted living facilities in South Milwaukee charge $5,073 per month for services, making it among the most expensive communities in Wisconsin to obtain this type of care. However, the city is an affordable alternative to Appleton, which has the highest surveyed rates in the state at $5,500. In Fond du Lac, monthly rates are higher than the state median but several hundred dollars lower than in South Milwaukee at $4,686. In Janesville, seniors pay $3,975 for services, and in Green Bay, assisted living rates are the lowest in the state at $3,800.
South Milwaukee
$5,073
Wisconsin
$4,400
The United States
$4,300
Janesville
$3,975
Fond du Lac
$4,686
Green Bay
$3,800
Appleton
$5,500
Seniors who need personal care services have several options to choose from, depending on the level of care they need and whether they want to live in a private home or community setting. Assisted living residents pay $5,073 per month on average for housing, personal care, meals and housekeeping services. Older adults who live at home and arrange services through in-home care agencies typically pay $5,053 for homemaker services and $5,243 for care from home health aides. Adult day health care is a cost-effective alternative at $1,322 monthly. Nursing home residents pay the highest monthly care costs of $9,429 for shared rooms and $11,376 for private rooms.
Homemaker Services
$5,053
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 South Milwaukee was not available, so data for the closest city, Milwaukee, was used instead.
South Milwaukee 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.
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.
Finding the right assisted living facility in South Milwaukee is easier with professional help from information specialists, options counselors and long-term care advocates. The following table features local nonprofit programs and agencies that help seniors navigate their care options, apply for public benefits that can help pay for services and connect with social and recreational programming in the community.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Grobschmidt Senior Center | (414) 768-8045 | The local senior center has a variety of educational, cultural, social and recreational programs for older adults in the South Milwaukee region. It hosts daily congregate meals, which individuals can sign up for in-person or over the phone. |
Milwaukee County Department on Aging | (414) 289-6874 | The Milwaukee County Department on Aging administers a range of programs and services to South Milwaukee residents aged 60 and over. It hosts online Medicare classes to help older adults understand their health insurance benefits, choose the right Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan and resolve issues related to denied claims. It also houses the region’s long-term care ombudsman program, which protects the rights of those in residential care. |
Milwaukee Regional Office | (800) 698-2411 | The Milwaukee VA Regional Office provides benefits counseling to older veterans and their spouses or survivors in South Milwaukee and the surrounding region. At this location, individuals are screened for eligibility for VA health insurance, medical care, counseling services and emergency financial assistance. The office can also help veterans apply for pension programs and Aid and Attendance or determine eligibility for veterans’ home placement, which can help control out-of-pocket care costs. |
Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee | (414) 727-5300 | The Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee provides free civil legal advice and assistance to those aged 50 and over. Its legal professionals help seniors access public benefits that may help cover assisted living, such as Medicaid, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. It can also help older adults address issues related to the quality of care in assisted living facilities. |
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program | (414) 488-6500 | RSVP has volunteer opportunities for those aged 55 and over in the South Milwaukee region. Through this program, older adults participate in pen pal programs, classroom tutoring and the Intergenerational Heritage Fair. They can also serve their community through food pantry support or as greeters and ushers at performing arts venues. |
South Milwaukee-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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