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Brookdale Sussex

Brookdale Sussex is an assisted living community in Sussex, WI.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room featuring a fireplace, dining table, and ample natural light.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, and a large window.
  • Living Room

    Cozy living space with a round table, chairs, and a piano.
  • Building

    A single-story residential building with a porch and a driveway, surrounded by trees.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom featuring a bed, sofa, and standing lamp by the window.
  • Dining

    An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a wooden floor.
  • Landscaping

    A sunny backyard patio featuring a raised garden bed, outdoor furniture, an umbrella, and a barbecue grill.
  • Bathroom

    A well-lit bathroom vanity area with a mirror, chair, and sink.

W240 N6351 Maple Avenue, Sussex, WI 53089

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

4.3 from 55 reviews
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4 stars
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Brookdale Sussex Costs & Pricing

Brookdale Sussex offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to broader regional and state averages. For a semi-private room, the monthly cost at Brookdale Sussex is $2,910, which stands in stark contrast to the higher rates found in Waukesha County at $4,369 and Wisconsin's average of $3,977. Similarly, the studio option at Brookdale Sussex is priced at $3,305, again more affordable than the county's average of $4,225 and only slightly below the state level of $3,999. This pricing structure highlights Brookdale Sussex as an appealing choice for those seeking quality care while remaining mindful of budget considerations.

Floor plansBrookdale SussexWaukesha CountyWisconsin
Semi-Private$2,910$4,369$3,977
Studio$3,305$4,225$3,999

Overall Review of Brookdale Sussex

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff feel consistently attentive

Residents and families often describe the staff as professional, kind, and attentive.

Many reviewers describe a welcoming, supportive atmosphere where staff treat people with respect and take time to respond to needs. Several mentions call out leadership and professionalism, including the executive director and the care team. Even among the more critical reviews, some staff members are described as kind and patient, while the issues tend to be tied to staffing consistency or care follow-through.

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Dining and home-style meals

Meals are a frequent bright spot in reviews, with many comments focused on taste and service.

Across multiple reviews, residents and visitors mention that the dining experience is enjoyable, with compliments for food quality and the dining room environment. Some reviewers specifically mention home-like or home-cooked meal experiences, while others reference comfort foods and kind dining staff. A minority of comments are negative on food, but the overall tone in reviews leans positive.

  • An empty dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a wooden floor.
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Activities support staying involved

Reviews frequently mention activities that help residents stay engaged.

Several reviewers describe a steady calendar of activities and events, including group gatherings and lighter social programming. A few notes connect the community feel to ongoing resident involvement during visits, while others mention specific activity types like games, religious or devotional activities, and holiday events. One review also suggests that a particular loved one didn’t participate as much as expected, which points to activity interest varying by person.

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Assisted living care is described

Residents needing assisted living support are often described as receiving help with day-to-day needs.

Many reviews talk about care and assistance in day-to-day routines, including safety and support during transitions. Some reviewers praise personalized attention and trust in leadership to ensure care needs are met. There are also concerns raised about staffing coverage and follow-through—such as laundry, bathing prompts, and housekeeping—which suggests that care quality can depend on staffing consistency.

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Rooms can feel small and basic

Some reviewers say the rooms feel small or more basic than they expected.

Several reviews describe studio living spaces as small, basic, or not apartment-like enough for their preferences. A couple of notes mention comfort factors like lighting or room layout, and at least one reviewer ties the size and hallway layout to accessibility challenges when moving with wheelchairs. Others still report satisfaction with cleanliness and safety, but room size comes up as a common limitation for those evaluating fit.

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Features

Housing

  • 20 resident community capacity 20 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs 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 on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • 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)

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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Sussex, Wisconsin, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to seniors. With several physicians' offices and pharmacies conveniently located within a few miles, access to healthcare is easily accessible. The presence of multiple restaurants provides dining options for every taste, while nearby parks offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. In addition, the availability of cafes allows for socializing and enjoying a warm cup of coffee. For entertainment, there are theaters within driving distance for those who enjoy movies. Close proximity to hospitals ensures that medical care is readily available when needed. Places of worship also provide spiritual fulfillment for those seeking religious services. Overall, this area in Sussex offers a mix of conveniences and recreational opportunities that could make it an appealing choice for senior living.

Physicians

  • Froedtert Sussex Health Center (0.8 miles)
  • Sussex Chiropractic Office (0.9 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Medical GRP (3.5 miles)
  • Town Hall Health Center (5.1 miles)
  • ProHealth Care Building (5.4 miles)
  • Drs. Roy and Associates (5.7 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group (6.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Pick 'n Save Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.4 miles)
  • Express Scripts (5.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (6.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.7 miles)
  • Artisan 179 (3.9 miles)
  • The Station Pub & Grill (4.3 miles)
  • Doc's Dry Dock (4.5 miles)
  • Joe Mama's Bar & Grill (4.7 miles)

Parks

  • Lake Park Park (2.3 miles)
  • Menomonee Park (2.8 miles)
  • Wagner Park (3.9 miles)
  • Fox Brook Park (4.9 miles)
  • Imperial Estate Park (4.9 miles)
  • Waukesha Parks Rec & Forestry (7.2 miles)
  • Richfield Nature Park (8.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (4.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.5 miles)
  • Mama D's Coffee (8.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Menomonee Falls Cinema Menomonee Falls, Wi (5.9 miles)
  • Silverspot Cinema - The Corners of Brookfield (7.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital (7.8 miles)
  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital (8.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Congregational Church (8.5 miles)

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