Milwaukee, WI · Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF)
Assisted Living Inspection Lookup in Milwaukee, WI
Verify license status and inspection records for 58 nearby communities before you tour. Regulated by Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
How to search in Milwaukee
- On the Wisconsin portal, search "Milwaukee" or ZIP 53202
- The Milwaukee metro has approximately 58 licensed communities — compare at least 3
- Filter or search near Shorewood if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Wauwatosa if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Brookfield if proximity to family matters
- Search Wisconsin DHS CBRF directory by county
- Verify Family Care enrollment for Medicaid residents
Popular areas to search near
- Shorewood
- Wauwatosa
- Brookfield
- Mequon
- Whitefish Bay
- • Facility won't provide recent state survey or inspection results
- • High administrator or director turnover (ask how long current director has been there)
- • Staff unable to answer basic questions about dementia care or medication policies
- • Strong chemical odor, unclean common areas, or residents appearing unattended during tour
- • Pressure to sign contract before touring or before care assessment
FAQs — Milwaukee
How do I look up assisted living inspections in Milwaukee, WI?▾
Use the Wisconsin Department of Health Services official portal. Search by "Milwaukee" or ZIP code 53202, then review survey citations, complaint investigations, and current license status for each community you're considering.
How many assisted living facilities are in Milwaukee?▾
The Milwaukee metro area has approximately 58 licensed Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) communities. Always verify the specific facility's license and latest survey — counts change as facilities open and close.
Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Milwaukee?▾
Some WI Medicaid waiver programs may cover care services (not always room and board) in participating facilities. Use our free Wisconsin Medicaid checker for a preliminary screening.