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Legacy Assisted Living in Pewaukee, WI

Legacy Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Pewaukee, WI.

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N26 W26511 College Avenue, Pewaukee, WI 53072

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Overall Review of Legacy Assisted Living

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Care staff earn strong trust

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who feel genuinely caring.

Many reviewers say the caregivers, director, and broader team are professional while staying warm and attentive to individual needs. Several specifically mention responsive communication and support when care needs change, along with staff who help residents feel comfortable. A few reviewers also describe a family-like atmosphere and teamwork that extends to how families are treated. A small number of critical reviews dispute this, describing poor oversight and neglectful behavior.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Scheduled activities and community events stand out in many experiences.

Reviewers often describe daily activities as engaging rather than dull, including resident-focused programs and occasional events. One reviewer notes residents are visibly involved during visits, and another highlights games, music, and art. There are also quieter impressions from at least one reviewer who felt there was less activity than expected. Another review points to engaging communal areas while also noting some additional items families may need to purchase separately.

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Clean, well-kept building

Multiple reviewers comment on a clean, well-maintained environment.

Several reviews mention the facility looks clean and well kept, with some calling out cleanliness directly. Others describe the setting as attractive and private, and a number of people say the building feels modern or new. One reviewer also notes cleanliness alongside positive care coordination and resident comfort. In contrast, the most negative reviews cite concerns about hygiene and cleanliness-related issues.

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Care coordination includes medication help

Medication support and care adjustments are described by reviewers.

A few reviewers highlight that staff handle care plan changes efficiently and follow through on medical needs as circumstances change. One reviewer specifically mentions a nurse working closely with residents and family to ensure medical needs are met. Another describes staff as providing medication support and attending to needs consistently enough that their loved one is doing well.

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Meals are a mixed point

Dining quality is discussed, with both positive and negative notes.

Some reviewers praise the meals, describing the food as tasty and noting a nice dining room experience. At least one reviewer mentions lunch choices and food handling details, including concerns about protein options and the availability of alternatives. Another reviewer references improvements over time and credits kitchen staff for consistently good food. Overall, dining shows up as an area where experiences can differ by what was served and how well alternatives were handled.

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Costs can shift for families

Some families report extra costs or changes tied to payment status.

One critical review says financial circumstances led to changes in room assignment and communication, describing the experience as shifting once private-pay ended. Another review states that while a monthly fee covers most services, certain “essentials” may need to be ordered separately at additional cost. Together, these comments point to a need to clarify what’s included for ongoing care and day-to-day supplies.

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Features

Housing

  • 32 resident community capacity 32 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Security gate Security gate
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • General Mitchell International (21 miles away) General Mitchell International (21 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • 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

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • 5 O'Clock Club (0.4 miles)
  • Artisan 179 (1.3 miles)
  • Doc's Dry Dock (1.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.9 miles)
  • Arby's (1.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Express Scripts (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Orthopaedic Associates Wisconsin (2.1 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Medical GRP (2.3 miles)
  • ProHealth Care Building (2.6 miles)
  • Moreland Ear Nose & Throat (3.5 miles)
  • Sanicola Shawn M DPM (4.5 miles)
  • Froedtert Sussex Health Center (4.9 miles)
  • Prohealth Care Medical Center (5 miles)

Parks

  • Lake Park Park (2.9 miles)
  • Wagner Park (3.3 miles)
  • Waukesha Parks Rec & Forestry (3.3 miles)
  • Glacier Cone Park (4 miles)
  • Fox Brook Park (5.4 miles)
  • Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit (6.6 miles)
  • Cushing Memorial State Park (7.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Mama D's Coffee (4.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.5 miles)
  • Black Canyon Coffee (6.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital (4.2 miles)
  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital (4.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Congregational Church (4.7 miles)
  • Riverglen Christian Church (7 miles)

Theaters

  • Hillside Cinema Delafield, Wi (5 miles)
  • Silverspot Cinema - The Corners of Brookfield (6.1 miles)

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