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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fitchburg, WI
If you’re looking for independent living in the Fitchburg area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Fitchburg. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 83 independent living facilities in Fitchburg, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like East Dayton Street Historic District, Sherman Avenue Historic District and Marquette Bungalows Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Madison, Middleton and Oregon.
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The staff members are a 5 plus, they are so friendly and we are getting ready to move our loved one in and she is really looking forward to the arts and crafts. Before we even toured this community we wanted...
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.
Sage Meadow Middleton offers quality care through our assisted living and memory care programs. This is a comfortable, relaxed community with a friendly atmosphere and dedicated, 24-hour staff. With the goal of nurturing mind, body, and spirit, Sage Meadow Living features both structure and...
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I have lived here a year now and feel like I’m part of a big family. I really like the people, they are so caring and nice. The food is so good! [name removed] keeps me full and is great!
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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.
Do more every dayLive your life to the fullest with a little help from us. If you’re looking for freedom and fun in senior living, we might be the right fit for you. Located in Middleton, Wisconsin, near Madison, you’ll have the care you need if you need it at our Assisted Living community. We...
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We are a Senior Property for ages 55 and better! Our location couldn't be more convenient... close to shopping and on the busline! Our newly updated and affordable apartments are designed for your comfort and convenience! Sherman Glen offers you everything you'll need for your independent...
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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.
Meadow Grove is a vibrant senior community that is located off Cottage Grove Road in Madison, Wisconsin. Make yourself at home in one of our 60 apartment homes and enjoy the convenience of being close to shopping, restaurants, medical services and much more. All apartments feature full...
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I moved into Westminster in June 2020. I must say it was the best move I made after selling my house. My sister [name removed] lived at Westminster for 9 years before she passed away in 2016. She absolutely...
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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.
On Madison’s far east side, Westminster 55+ Adult Community is easy to find. One block from the Richmond Hill Neighborhood and minutes from East Towne Mall, Westminster offers one- and two-bedroom apartment homes in a variety of floor plans plus underground parking. Common areas not only include...
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I can’t imagine a better assisted living place for my mother than Camomile 1. First, she has a great apartment – living area, sleeping area, kitchen alcove, bathroom and two large closets. Great windows...
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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.
Chamomile Assisted Living, LTD is located in a tranquil area of Madison, Wisconsin. Our community is close to several large public parks and nestled between quiet residential neighborhoods. It is an ideal place for our residents to call home, and we find that visitors and family guests often have...
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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.
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.
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.
Chapel Valley in nestled in a park-like setting in Fitchburg, WI just 15 minutes away from Madison's beautiful State Capitol building, the new Overture Performing Arts Center and the University of Wisconsin. Our campus includes 111 distinctive senior apartments that are housed in two traditional...
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.
Chapel Valley in nestled in a park-like setting in Fitchburg, WI just 15 minutes away from Madison's beautiful State Capitol building, the new Overture Performing Arts Center and the University of Wisconsin. Our campus includes 111 distinctive senior apartments that are housed in two traditional...
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Would be nice to have resident manager on site for 49 hours per week. Apartments are in pretty good condition. Bathroom stalls could be updated so they are higher to accommodate handicap. Staff is helpful...
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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.
Chapel Valley Housing II is a senior housing community located in the beautiful, residential area of Fitchburg, Dane County, Wisconsin. Our property has a park-like setting with numerous walking paths and spacious outdoor areas for relaxing outdoors. We're also only about 15 minutes away from all...
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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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The Resident Manager made my move so easy. She worked overtime to get my papers completed and lease signed so I could move in on the day I wanted. Went above and beyond to help me -- much appreciated.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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I'm still working so I'm paying the highest rate but it includes all the utilities so I don't think that's that bad. There is no housekeeping or meals or anything. You're all on your own there. They have...
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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.
Located on the recently renovated South Side of Madison, Burr Oaks is a 62+ Adult Community located on a 1.4 acre development consisting of a newly constructed, three-story elevator-serviced building providing 50 units of affordable housing to independent adults.
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I do not have anything negative to say about this community. The staff team make themselves available when I call if I have questions. My mother was very reluctant to go to assisted living, however they made...
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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.
Oregon, Wisconsin is home to Main Street Quarters Assisted Living residence. According to Money magazine, the residence is located in one of the best places to live. Surrounded by historical buildings and homes, the residence is conveniently located close to downtown and only twenty minutes from...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Four Winds Assisted Living is an assisted living community that is located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Verona, WI. Verona is located just 10 miles outside of the downtown area of Madison, WI. You get the quiet neighborhood with the ease of being able to visit Madison if the need...
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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.
Prairie Oaks II 55+ Adult Community is located in the Prairie Oaks Neighborhood in the town of Verona. Prairie Oaks II has 36 one and two bedroom apartments for the persons 55 and better. Prairie Oaks was built on the promise of independent, carefree living for adults.
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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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Fitchburg, WI
The average cost of senior living in Fitchburg is $4,141 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Albany, WI with an average of $2,842 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fitchburg, WI vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fitchburg, WI vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Fitchburg
Recent reviews for independent living in Fitchburg
Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue
5.0
Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge Independent Living Apartments a CCRC in Madison, WI
4.0
The week day staff is compassionate and well trained and employed by Oakwood. The weekend staff is hired from an agency and the care and compassion is lacking. They are working on fixing this but claim there are not enough people interested in this type of work.
Milestone Senior Living Stoughton
4.0
The staff that is there are wonderful, they have done a great job given the circumstances but there is a high turnover rate outside of the day to day staff. The director is trying her best, but communication with the staff and families has started to lack. The life enrichment coordinator is ...
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Fitchburg independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fitchburg independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fitchburg, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fitchburg, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fitchburg, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
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38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
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27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Middleton, Park Glen Apartments and The Waterford at Fitchburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fitchburg, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 83 independent living facilities near Fitchburg, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fitchburg, Wisconsin are The Waterford at Fitchburg and The Ridge at Madison. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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