New Perspective Waukesha, located in Waukesha, WI, is a vibrant senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a contemporary, well-maintained environment. The community accommodates a range of care needs, providing personalized assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and medication management. In addition to 24-hour caregiving support, residents benefit from on-site health services, including regular visits from podiatrists and access to psychiatric and behavioral health professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to wellness.
The community features a wide array of amenities designed to promote an active and engaging lifestyle. Residents enjoy three chef-prepared meals daily in a welcoming dining room, with menus that accommodate various dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are available for medical appointments, shopping trips, and local outings, enhancing residents’ independence and connection to the greater Waukesha area. Fitness programs are tailored for all ability levels, including group exercise classes, walking clubs, and access to a fitness center equipped with senior-friendly equipment. Social, educational, and recreational activities are scheduled regularly and may include art classes, live entertainment, movie nights in the on-site theater, gardening in raised beds, and group outings to local attractions.
Accommodations at New Perspective Waukesha are modern and thoughtfully designed, offering a selection of spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Each residence features a private bathroom, kitchenette, ample closet space, individually controlled heating and cooling, and emergency call systems for added safety and peace of mind. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services are included, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their daily lives.
The memory care program at New Perspective Waukesha follows a person-centered approach, with dedicated staff trained in dementia care providing structured routines, therapeutic activities, and secure environments tailored to the unique needs of residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Life enrichment programming includes sensory stimulation, music therapy, and reminiscence activities to foster meaningful engagement and connection.
Resident and family feedback is mixed, as is common in senior living, with some families praising the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the attentiveness of staff, especially for those in independent living. Others have expressed concerns about staffing levels, supervision, medication management, cleanliness, communication, and administrative areas such as billing and deposit refunds. As of mid-2024, there have been no significant changes or notable events reported in connection to the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,083 and range up to $4,630. The average price in the community is $3,142, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,738. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
