Senior care in Madison, WI
32 verified senior living communities in Madison, WI across 4 care types. Compare ratings, read family reviews, and request pricing for free.
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Senior living snapshot
What to know about senior living in Madison
- Communities
77
Listed in Madison
- Avg rating
4.0 / 5
269 family reviews
- Verified
0
Operator-managed listings
- Care types
4
Available locally
Public records and government data for families
Five sources we recommend when researching Madison. All free, all government-published.
Crime + safety data
Verified crime statistics for Madison, sourced from local law enforcement.
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Hospitals + nursing-home quality
Star ratings, inspection reports, and complaint history for nursing facilities in Wisconsin.
Medicare Care Compare
VA medical centers
Locate the nearest VA medical center, community-based outpatient clinic, or VA-approved provider in Wisconsin.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Wisconsin Medicaid + senior services
Eligibility, Home and Community Based Services waivers, and Area Agency on Aging contacts for Wisconsin.
Eldercare Locator (ACL.gov)
HUD Fair Market Rent
Federally-published rent benchmarks for the Madison area, used to price subsidized senior housing.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Browse by care type in Madison
Pick the level of care first. Pricing, amenities, and the services available all vary by care type.
AL
Top assisted living in Madison
Assisted living provides personal care, meals, and daily support for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but not full medical supervision.
SNF
Top nursing homes in Madison
A skilled nursing facility (SNF, often called a nursing home) provides 24-hour licensed medical care and rehabilitation for seniors with serious health conditions.
HC
Top home care in Madison
Home care brings personal-care services and companionship into the senior's own home rather than moving them into a community.
IL
Top independent living in Madison
Independent living is community housing for active seniors who want amenities, social life, and freedom from home upkeep without daily personal-care services.
Cost of living near Madison
Wisconsin is slightly below the national average in the US, being nearly 3%. Utilities, transportation, and miscellaneous costs all share that they are a bit below the national average. Groceries are about a percent higher, unfortunately. However, Wisconsin shines because the housing costs are over 11 points lower than the national average, with the median home cost being over $100K less than what you will pay in other areas. Overall, it can be a state where you could have a comfortable retirement, but this can depend on where you live and your overall budget.
- Overall
- 97.3
- Grocery
- 100.9
- Housing
- 88.6
- Utilities
- 98.1
- Transport
- 97.8
- Misc.
- 98.9
100 = US average. Wisconsin statewide; Madison-specific data may vary.
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Common questions about senior living in Madison
- How many senior living communities are in Madison, WI?
- Madison, WI has 32 senior living communities across 4 care types including assisted living, nursing homes, home care.
- What care types are available in Madison?
- Local options include assisted living, nursing homes, home care, independent living. Choose the care level first; pricing, amenities, and required services all vary by care type.
- How much does senior living cost in Madison?
- Wisconsin is slightly below the national average in the US, being nearly 3%. Utilities, transportation, and miscellaneous costs all share that they are a bit below the national average. Groceries are about a percent higher, unfortunately. However, Wisconsin shines because the housing costs are over 11 points lower than the national average, with the median home cost being over $100K less than what you will pay in other areas. Overall, it can be a state where you could have a comfortable retirement, but this can depend on where you live and your overall budget. Pricing in Madison varies by apartment size and care level; request a written cost breakdown from each community on your shortlist.
- Does Medicare or Medicaid cover senior living in Madison?
- Medicare doesn't cover assisted living, independent living, or senior apartments. It does cover medically necessary short-term skilled nursing care after a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid programs in Wisconsin may cover some services for eligible residents; coverage and eligibility vary by program.
- How do I tour senior living communities in Madison?
- Request pricing through SeniorSite and we'll send you availability and tour information from the communities you're considering. Most communities welcome both scheduled tours and drop-in visits during business hours.
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