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Franciscan Woods

19525 W North Ave, Brookfield, WI 53045 · Waukesha County

Across from Elmbrook Memorial Hospital in Milwaukee, Franciscan Place offers Short-term Rehab with the personalized and compassionate care.

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Brookfield

Franciscan Woods is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Brookfield, WI, with 110 certified beds and an average of about 64 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ascension Living network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.78 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 76.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $120,214 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.12 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•High staff turnover (76.4%)
•13 deficiencies at last survey
•$120,214 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Brookfield options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 110
Avg. residents/day: 64
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Ascension Living
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 525528

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$9,850–$12,750/mo (median $10,980)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Milwaukee prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.12; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.78; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 76.4%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 13
Federal fines: 1 ($120,214)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2024-11-14
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (51 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-22Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-12-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

2025-12-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-05-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-05-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-05-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2025-03-20Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-03-20Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-02-11	Fine	$120,214
2025-02-11	Payment denial	—
2024-11-14	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Gardens / walking paths

Location

19525 W North Ave, Brookfield, WI

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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4.4

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Common questions about Franciscan Woods

How much does Franciscan Woods cost?

Franciscan Woods does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Brookfield, WI area typically runs $9,850–$12,750 per month (median $10,980, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Franciscan Woods's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Franciscan Woods 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Franciscan Woods?

Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 76.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Franciscan Woods?

Franciscan Woods has 51 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Franciscan Woods have availability?

Typically 58% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Franciscan Woods offer?

Franciscan Woods in Brookfield, WI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 110 beds.

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