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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.
Luther Manor at River Oaks in Mequon welcomed its first 16 residents in the year 2000. Nestled in a quiet, wooded area overlooking the Milwaukee River, Luther Manor at River Oaks offers supportive, assisted living and 24-hour care services.Unique to Luther Manor at River Oaks is the ability to...
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We chose St. Rita Square because they were flexible in regards to what your needs are. They have also remained flexible throughout our time here. They have a ton of amenities available and it is in a great...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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My family and loved one have had a good experience with Autumn Bay. The staff are kind, caring, and helpful. Everyone is friendly. This truly feels like a family atmosphere. There are meals and...
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.
Autumn Bay of Pewaukee Autumn Bay of Pewaukee, Waukesha County, Wisconsin, is a small, family-owned assisted living community. It provides care to a range of different residents who range from needing short-term care to long-term or memory care options. There is even a special section of the...
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My dad has not had one complaint since he has moved in here. He toured this facility 3 times, he enjoyed that the room sizes were big and the meals were fantastic. I would say the friendliness and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
If you or a loved one are looking for a caring, vibrant senior community, Clement Manor is the perfect choice. With a highly experienced staff, newly remodeled facility and a wide range of amenities, our goal is to provide ongoing care that goes above and beyond. You have options. Our continuum...
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As healthcare provider we always want to make sure that patients/residents needs are met physically, emotionally and spiritually. I am so impressed with Legacy and all the new changes that have been made to...
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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.
Dimensions Living Pewaukee West delivers a premier senior living experience in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. The community offers a serene retreat with an outdoor patio, raised garden beds, and beautifully maintained grounds. Cozy indoor common areas provide inviting gathering spaces with comfortable...
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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.
It's easy to see how CLE Haven-Bayside offers an assisted living experience with a difference. Personalized, quality care and supportive surroundings help create the ideal setting for meeting personal care needs. Friendly, caring and specially trained staff members are here 24 hours a day to...
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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 at the Woodland Ridge of Greenfield, WI, the Crestview 55+ Adult Community is proud to provide an excellent choice in housing for active adults. Crestview offers 76 income eligible apartments in one- and two- bedroom floor plans. While located close to all the shopping, restaurants, and...
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Moved here from Michigan, was scared and heartbroken at the time as I had just lost my husband, and everything was so new. However, you are so welcomed by staff and especially the residents you soon feel...
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.
New assisted living apartments with unique support services for aging in place. Housekeeping included, three hot meals a day served in a dining room setting, transportation and social events. All units include heated underground parking, washers and dryers, heat, electric and wifi. Willowbrook...
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It is good so far for me, I am a new resident. Everything in my apartment is fine. There is no staff here to help. They do have some activities here for participation.
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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 Hill 55+ Adult Community sits on the Woodland Ridge of Greenfield campus which incorporates a mature wooded conservancy. Prairie Hill has 68 one and two bedroom income eligible apartments for persons 55 and better. Come visit this beautiful property to see all that it has to offer.
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We are so greatful that we found this apartment for my mom. It is trendy looking, the rent is reasonable, the neighbors are very friendly. There are plenty of activities if you want to partake in them. If...
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.
High Grove 55+ Adult Community sits on the Woodland Ridge of Greenfield campus which incorporates a mature wooded conservancy. High Grove has 61 luxurious one and two bedroom apartments for those 55 and better. Visit High Grove to see in person what this beautiful property has to offer.
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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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Hill Crest 55+ Adult Community is a 41 unit apartment building situated in the Woodland Ridge neighborhood in a warm and friendly community.
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5 for all. Except the care services & the meals and dining, those don't apply because it is independent living. What I like the most about Parkwood Highlands is how friendly and helpful the staff is; other...
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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.
Parkwood Highlands is conveniently located in New Berlin, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments and townhomes for Active Seniors age 55 or better with some reserved for moderate income seniors.Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the...
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I have never ate the food from here.. but have heard good things. I love that there are ways to meet new people and do things without having to drive. The facility is always clean, and the apartments are...
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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.
Brookfield Highlands is conveniently located in Waukesha, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments for Active Seniors age 55 or better.Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the convenience of on-site walking trails, nearby shopping and...
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5 stars or higher! Highlands at Wildwood Lake is a beautiful well maintained independent apartment complex for those over 55. I have no complaints and no criticism. There are no meals provided. There is no...
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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.
Highlands at Wildwood Lake is conveniently located in Menomonee Falls, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments for Active Seniors age 55 or better.Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the convenience of on-site walking trails around our lake,...
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They have been extraordinarily wonderful to me. The staff is very good and happy to assist you. I really appreciate and enjoy the people who live here.
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.
The Highlands at Riverwalk, conveniently located in Mequon, WI, offers multiple styles of spacious one and two bedroom apartments to Active Seniors age 55 or better. Our community lies in a beautiful park-like setting, with a walking path to the Milwaukee River. Enjoy the convenience of nearby...
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The management and staff are friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, some of the newer residents are not as respectful as they should be of other residents and their property, e.g. spilling liquids in the...
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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I recommend 100%! A friendly, involved, & extra kind community. [name removed] is a very hard working, motivated & welcoming Manager, & [name removed] running the office also, is very sweet. I’ve lived here...
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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I have lived at Ruby Commons for almost a year. My experience is safe and a terrific place to live! Friendly residents, an excellent activity director, always busy with something going on. The dining room...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
“Our Family Welcomes Your Family” is Heritage Place Brookfield!! Our apartment complex personifies a warm, fun, and independent lifestyle at its finest. Heritage is family owned and managed in a professional and kind manner, combined with a loyal and passionate staff dedicated to serving its...
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I was previously a resident at Wildwood Highlands Apartments 55+. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Wildwood Highlands Apartments to others.
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.
Wildwood Highlands is conveniently located in Menomonee Falls, WI, and offers a variety of spacious one and two bedroom apartments and townhomes for Active Seniors age 55 or better. Our community offers all the amenities of suburban living with the convenience of on-site walking trails, nearby...
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Really friendly and helpful manager/owners that genuinely care about a resident's needs. Garden spaces, monthly activities, and church services keep my Aunt busy. Good location and affordable rent that fits...
Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
Dupar Assisted Living (DALE) provides residential long-term care housing that is state regulated and monitored.DALE provides oversight and services to meet the residents' individualized scheduled needs, based on the residents' assestments and service plans and their unscheduled needs as they...
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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.
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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.
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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.
Luther Manor is a nonprofit Life Plan Community based in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Our 29-acre welcoming campus offers residents a loving, Christian atmosphere where they can enjoy carefree retirement living. We provide an array of amenities and services, including a variety of senior living options...

Cost of independent living in Butler, WI

The average cost of senior living in Butler is $3,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenfield, WI with an average of $3,250 per month.

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

Butler, WI
$3,353/mo
$3,329/mo

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

Butler, WI
$3,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$4,589/mo
Independent Living
$3,353/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,896/mo
Studio
$4,546/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,943/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,639/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Butler over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Butler

Recent reviews for independent living in Butler

Birchrock Castle in Mukwonago, WI

5.0
I would recommend Birchrock Castle to others because it's small, family-like, cozy and clean. My mom has been there for less than a month, so I'm not sure about the food, and my mom is not fussy, but I heard the food is homemade. The staff is kind. Communication with the family has been good, so ...
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Regency Muskego

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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.

Butler independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Butler independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Butler, 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 Butler 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 Butler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Butler, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
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12.9%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.3%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Butler 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 Butler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Butler, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Butler 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 Butler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Butler, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.7%
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
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33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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