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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Berkshire at Sunset: a very active, completely independent living, apartment community, exclusively for those aged 55 or better. Located in the growing and popular dining and shopping area of Sunset Drive in Waukesha, we are a small community near everything. At Sunset, we understand the...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sussex Mills LLC is an independent living senior housing for seniors 55 years or older, located in Sussex, Waukesha County, Wisconsin. Sussex is a village that is dedicated to maintaining a small town atmosphere. The size of Sussex Village is only 7.7 square miles, with a population of almost...
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Parents have only lived there for 3 weeks and so far are happy.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Silvernail is an affordable senior housing community located in the village of Pewaukee, Waukesha County, WI. The community itself is located directly across from the Willow Run Golf Course and just down the street from the Western Lakes Golf Club. Pewaukee is home to large Pewaukee Lake and...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Parkside Commons are senior apartments located in the city of Glendale, WI, which is located in Milwaukee county. The area holds a variety of places to visit and things to see, from going to the beautiful Lake Michigan to visiting Sprecher Brewing Co. Go to iPic Theaters, Neroli Nail Salon or...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Parkside Commons are senior apartments located in the city of Glendale, WI, which is located in Milwaukee county. The area holds a variety of places to visit and things to see, from going to the beautiful Lake Michigan to visiting Sprecher Brewing Co. Go to iPic Theaters, Neroli Nail Salon or...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome home to Jolly Aire Senior Apartments, Menomonee Falls most exciting senior community. Designed specifically for adults 55 years or better, our affordable one-bedroom apartment homes offer spacious floor plans, generous closet space, cable ready hookups and individually controlled heat and...
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From the first moment we walked into this community. we were sold. My brother in law is doing wonderful since his move to this community. We are pleased with all they have done for us. Everyone in the...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mill Pond Senior Living is a senior living center in Ankeny, Iowa is internationally recognized as the senior care for people coming into that part of their lives. We offer a very comfortable and elegant style of living environments and we offer world class care, catering to individuals' needs....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Wabash Home, an assisted living home for semi-ambulatory people with mental illnesses, dementia and Alzheimer's, is nowhere near the Wabash River, which runs across Indiana and in between the southern third of Indiana and Illinois. Wabash Home is so named for the street it is on û Wabash Court û...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I love living in this community. It is so safe and comfortable. I love the underground parking, it really helps for Dr. Appts and groceries along with the elevator. Valerie [removed] is a wonderful manager...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clare Heights Apartments, located on the southern edge of a quiet residential neighborhood, offers 44 units of one and two bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. The convenient location near bus lines, neighborhood shopping centers, restaurants and parks, features trees and professionally...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Michele Home, located on Milwaukee's Northwest side, is designed and professionally staffed for Alzheimer's/Dementia Specialized Care. Personal care, medication and health monitoring, leisure time services, and individual care plans along with information and referral services are all part...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hedwig House is managed by Capri Communities. Our mission is to foster quality of life and independent living for older adults, by providing appropriate and affordable housing and by facilitating access to services. Residents of Hedwig House must be at least 62 years of age and are required to...
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The facility is a great place to be a resident at. The staff is very friendly and caring. We have had a great experience at this facility. They offer a lot of amenities at this facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Services Included in Monthly Fee: Water and Maintenance services, Daily Evening Meal, Laundry Facilities on each floor with some units having their own laundry, Parking space, Full kitchen with appliances, Carpeting throughout the apartment home, 24-hour Call System, Wellness services, Activity...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Wisconsin Lutheran Living Center is a caring, secure Christian environment for older adults who need a helping hand.  Situated along the beautiful Menomonee River Parkway, our residence features 20 single room suites and 4 double room suites.  Each spacious unit has a private bathroom,...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
McAuley Apartments offer affordable housing apartments as well as market rate apartments. Located on Milwaukee’s Lower East side, McAuley Apartments is blocks away from Lake Michigan. The area provides seasonally changing scenery plus hiking and biking trails, tennis courts and all the city...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Love the art programs and trivia nights. [Name removed] encourages feedback and suggestions.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Elm Grove, WI

The average cost of senior living in Elm Grove is $3,253 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greendale, WI with an average of $3,171 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elm Grove, WI vs. nearby cities

Elm Grove, WI
$3,253/mo
$3,282/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elm Grove, WI vs. the state and national average

Elm Grove, WI
$3,253/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elm Grove vs. other types of senior living

$4,456/mo
Independent Living
$3,253/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Elm Grove, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,275/mo
Studio
$4,985/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,864/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,433/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Elm Grove

Recent reviews for independent living in Elm Grove

ProHealth Care Regency Senior Communities - Muskego

5.0
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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LakeHouse Menomonee in Menomonee Falls, WI

4.8
The staff members are all definitely friendly, and we do think they offer good activities. We think it is nicely ran, everyone there is very nice. We would recommend this community to a family or friend.

StoryPoint Mequon

3.8
I have experience theft of meds, clothing and money but have been assured the guilt party is no longer an employee. So far so good

Elm Grove independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elm Grove independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elm Grove, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elm Grove independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elm Grove partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elm Grove, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.2%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.8%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elm Grove independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elm Grove communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elm Grove, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elm Grove independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Elm Grove offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elm Grove, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
27.9%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.7%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.6%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.2%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.7%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.2%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.1%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.6%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
14.8%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Oak Hill Terrace, Parkwood Highlands Apartments 55+ and The Waterford at Hartford are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elm Grove, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 175 independent living facilities near Elm Grove, Wisconsin. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Elm Grove, Wisconsin are Oak Hill Terrace, The Waterford at Hartford and StoryPoint Mequon. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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