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Waunakee Valley Senior Living

801 Klein Dr, Waunakee, WI 53597 · Dane County

Waunakee Valley Senior Living is a senior living community located in Waunakee, WI and offers Independent Living Patio Homes, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Services, and Adult Day Services

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 60% 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

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Waunakee

Waunakee Valley Senior Living is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Waunakee, WI, with 94 certified beds and an average of about 57 residents per day. It operates as part of the Trilogy Health Services network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $32,856 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.52 hrs/resident/day)
•$32,856 in federal fines

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Waunakee, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 94
Avg. residents/day: 57
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Trilogy Health Services
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 525098

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	$9,890–$12,800/mo (median $11,030)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$2,160–$7,770/mo (median $6,360)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Madison 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: 3.52; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.60; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 56.6%; 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): 5
Federal fines: 2 ($32,856)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2026-04-09
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-09Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-04-09Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2026-04-09Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

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
2024-11-11	Fine	$16,055
2024-08-06	Fine	$16,801
2024-08-06	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Pet friendly
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Fitness center
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

801 Klein Dr, Waunakee, WI

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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4.5

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Common questions about Waunakee Valley Senior Living

How much does Waunakee Valley Senior Living cost?

Waunakee Valley Senior Living does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Waunakee, WI area typically runs $9,890–$12,800 per month (median $11,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Waunakee Valley Senior Living's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Waunakee Valley Senior Living?

Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Waunakee Valley Senior Living?

Waunakee Valley Senior Living has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Waunakee Valley Senior Living have availability?

Typically 60% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Waunakee Valley Senior Living offer?

Waunakee Valley Senior Living in Waunakee, WI offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 94 beds.

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