St. Rita Square is a senior living community located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, adjacent to the historic St. Rita Catholic Church. The community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care accommodations, with a particular focus on providing tailored support for older adults who require assistance with daily activities. With its modern facilities and connections to Milwaukee’s Italian Heritage community, St. Rita Square fosters a supportive environment where residents can engage with both the on-site amenities and the broader local neighborhood.
Assisted living residents at St. Rita Square have access to a wide range of care and medical support services. On-site staff provide full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as support for self-care in eating. Medication management and diabetes care are available, ensuring residents can easily follow prescribed treatment plans. The facility also offers ambulatory care and incontinence management, delivered by trained caregivers. Memory care, available in a secured environment known as the Blue Grotto, is staffed by individuals trained in supporting residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s-related needs, with a focus on respectful, compassionate, and individualized care. St. Rita Square accepts residents with psychiatric conditions and offers regular attention from visiting optometrists and podiatrists. Additional amenities include a barber and beauty salon, indoor and outdoor walking paths, clubs and social communities, fitness programs, and both yoga and chair yoga classes, all designed to support physical and social well-being.
Social engagement and security are emphasized throughout the community. Residents can participate in organized clubs, fitness programs, and community events, benefiting from common areas designed for interaction. The environment is secured to support those in memory care, with particular attention paid to indoor and outdoor walking paths that allow safe movement around the property. The dining program supports nutritional needs, and the facility offers modern, comfortable living spaces, which are consistently noted by residents and families for their cleanliness and maintenance.
Transportation services at St. Rita Square include complimentary transportation for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service is designed to assist residents in attending medical appointments, as well as facilitating participation in off-site activities, shopping, or personal errands, helping maintain their independence and connection to the wider community.
Reviews from residents and families highlight the professionalism, warmth, and attentiveness of the staff, with many naming individual team members for their exceptional dedication during transitions and daily care. The environment is frequently described as supportive and welcoming, contributing to improved well-being for residents. While reviews are predominantly positive, some concerns have been raised about the adequacy of care for individuals needing higher levels of support, and sporadic feedback mentions workplace issues from former employees. Overall, St. Rita Square is recognized for offering a wide range of care services, modern amenities, and a secure, engaging residential environment in Milwaukee.
Costs at this community start at $2,475 and range up to $8,429. The average price in the community is $5,452, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,738. The cost of senior 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.