Oak Park Place Of Wauwatosa in Milwaukee, WI

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Oak Park Place Of Wauwatosa in Milwaukee, WI

Oak Park Place Of Wauwatosa is an assisted living and memory care community in Milwaukee, WI.

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1621 Rivers Bend, Milwaukee, WI 53226

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 140 reviews
5 stars
107
4 stars
19
3 stars
4
2 stars
4
1 stars
6

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Oak Park Place Of Wauwatosa Costs & Pricing

Oak Park Place of Wauwatosa offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, with monthly costs reflecting the quality and amenities provided. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $4,813, which is significantly higher than the Milwaukee County average of $3,841 and the Wisconsin state average of $3,999. The pricing for one-bedroom units further underscores this trend, with a monthly fee of $5,649 compared to Milwaukee County's more economical rate of $3,057 and Wisconsin's average of $3,412. While Oak Park Place may be positioned at a premium within the local market, it likely offers enhanced services and a richer living experience that justify the higher costs.

Floor plansOak Park Place Of WauwatosaMilwaukee CountyWisconsin
Studio$4,813$3,841$3,999
1 Bedroom$5,649$3,057$3,412

Overall Review of Oak Park Place Of Wauwatosa

common 22 reviews mention this

Care staff earn consistent praise

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind, responsive, and attentive.

Across reviews, families and residents describe staff who treat people with patience and respect, and who follow up when concerns come up. Multiple accounts mention feeling supported during move-in and care transitions, with communication and responsiveness standing out. Some residents also specifically mention staff kindness during everyday moments, like helping with needs and supporting routines.

common 16 reviews mention this

Dining and desserts are a highlight

Food quality and meal service are frequently mentioned positively.

Several reviews praise the food, describing it as tasty, well-prepared, and served with enough variety that residents do not get bored. Others mention specific moments like chef involvement at events, desserts being especially good, and menus being adjusted or “changed up” over time. A smaller set of reviews raise food as a concern, including complaints about repetition and overall quality.

common 18 reviews mention this

Activities and engagement keep residents busy

Reviews frequently point to activities that help residents stay engaged.

Many families describe regular programming and events that give residents something to do, from daily scheduled activities to outings and group gatherings. Reviews also mention staff connections through activities, and that residents participate and enjoy themselves. In contrast, a few reviews say there are not enough suitable activities for specific needs, such as residents on the memory care floor.

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Memory care is described as secure

Residents in memory care are described as being cared for in a secure setting.

Some reviews mention the memory care environment using locked/secured design to reduce wandering risk. Others describe staff involvement in dementia-related routines, including reminders and support during daily care. A review also raises concerns about consistency and specific care tasks on the memory care floor, so experiences are not uniform.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Price runs high versus benchmarks

Pricing is a recurring concern, especially for value.

Several reviews explicitly point to cost as a downside, including comments that it is expensive and that value may not match expectations. Other families note that the overall pricing fit was a factor in choosing the community, but the price still comes up as something to evaluate closely. This theme aligns with the listed price ranges that sit well above county and state benchmarks.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Concerns include staffing and housekeeping

Some reviews report understaffing and lapses in cleaning or care follow-through.

A number of reviews describe understaffing at times, with consequences like missed needs, falls not handled as expected, or delays in care tasks. There are also complaints about cleanliness in rooms or common areas, including issues with laundry/housekeeping and when cleaning was not done as promised. On the other hand, many other reviewers report the building as clean and well maintained, so these concerns appear inconsistent.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 20 resident community capacity 20 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Garden view Garden view
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • General Mitchell International (11 miles away) General Mitchell International (11 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Milwaukee, Wisconsin offers a variety of amenities suitable for senior living. With multiple pharmacies in close proximity, accessing medication and healthcare services is convenient. There are reputable physicians and hospitals nearby, ensuring quality healthcare options. The area also boasts several parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, there are diverse dining options ranging from fast food to casual dining establishments. Places of worship provide spiritual support, while cafes offer social opportunities for meeting with friends or enjoying a cup of coffee. Overall, this neighborhood provides a balanced mix of essential services and recreational options for seniors looking to reside in a vibrant community in Milwaukee.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
  • Aurora Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Swan Service-U Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Aurora Health Center (0.7 miles)
  • Froedtert Hospital (1.8 miles)
  • Aurora Advanced Healthcare (1.9 miles)
  • Froedtert Clinical Cancer Center (1.9 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group (3.1 miles)
  • Lincoln Avenue Clinic (3.4 miles)
  • Drs. Roy and Associates (4.5 miles)

Parks

  • Wil-O-Way Underwood Park (0.8 miles)
  • Elm Grove Village Park (1.4 miles)
  • Hoyt Park (1.7 miles)
  • Dousman Stage Coach Inn Museum (2.6 miles)
  • Greenfield Park (3.1 miles)
  • West Allis West Milwaukee Recr (4.7 miles)
  • The Big Backyard (5 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.7 miles)
  • Sluggo's Sports Pub & Grill (1.8 miles)
  • Culver's (2.4 miles)
  • Brass Monkey (2.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Froedtert Pavilion (1.9 miles)
  • Aurora Psychiatric Hospital (2.4 miles)
  • Rogers Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan - St. Joseph Campus (4.3 miles)
  • Surgicenter - Children's Wisconsin (4.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Honey Creek Church (2.3 miles)
  • Northwest Baptist Church (3.4 miles)
  • Redemption Lutheran Church (5.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Silverspot Cinema - The Corners of Brookfield (5.5 miles)

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