Great views of a small prairie, and woods, out back. They also offer a good amount of space for…read moregardening to their residents, many of whom plant vegetables there. There are deer, woodchucks, raptors, songbirds and even a family of turkeys living in the immediate vicinity. There is also a small City of Madison park adjacent, giving a place for visiting grandchildren to play out-of-doors.

From the owner: Helping older adults lead lives of growth, happiness, health and security has been the focus of…read moreOakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries for more than six decades. At the center of our longstanding mission are two non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Communities we own and manage in Madison, Wisconsin.

The management is very unprofessional. Communication and not customer oriented. They leave a…read moreresidence at blame for the staff lack of upkeep in their apartment.

Poor quality of care...meds withheld, lack of patience from some caregivers, Administration un…read morecooperative in resolving issues.

Years ago a loved one was in the skilled nursing section of Capitol Lakes. I was struggling to…read morelower him into his wheelchair while a nursing assistant who was in the room did not lift a finger to help me. He slid to the floor. Another time I visited and my loved one was sitting in his wheelchair in a puddle of pee which had pooled on the floor. Another time I was berated by a staff member because she couldn't find his shoes, which were in his closet, like I told her. I also got accused of stealing food from the kitchen, which turned out to be unfounded. I tripped and fell coming out of the elevator because it wasn't level with the floor. Hopefully the place has improved.

Our family moved my parents into Capitol Lakes in October of 2009. Out of all tre retirement…read morefacilities located in Madison, Capitol Lakes was chosen for a host of reasons, and after almost 10 years, we are all happy with Capitol Lakes. First and foremost is the location, only 2 blocks from the square. Secondly, Capitol Lakes has multiple levels of care, including Senior Housing, Assisted Living and a Nursing Home that includes Dementia Care. In Senior Housing, all unites have a full kitchen. There are also 3 restaurants. Including The Seasons, The Cafe and The Lunchbox. There are Heated garages and large, walk-in storage lockers. There is a large health facility with 2 swimming pools, a hot tub andhigh end exercise equipment. There is an on-site beauty salon. They also provide classes, lectures and programs on a daily basis. Everyone shopping for retirement residences must take a look at Capitol Lakes!

In-home care has arrived late or not at all. office says this is not standard or ok, but it recurs…read morewithin a day or two. 2 stars because when they do show up, they are kind and competent.

I agree with the other Reviews -- 1st thing to understand: the various BrightStar's -- they are a…read moreFRANCHISE operation (picture: McDonald's) that people Buy Into: they have limited training -- I think it's just 4 days. Yes, those commercials by the founder that appear on TV -- claims are laughable! Often the spiel from the sales team is way different from what you actually get from who shows up at your door! You do Not want to place the health, well-being, security of your loved one in their poorly trained, less-than-compassionate hands.

The food is bad and they serve a lot of thin soup and sandwiches. Staff is overwhelmed and…read moreoverworked. There is constant staff turnover, from the bottom to the top of the organization. They do not clean enough and we have to go over to clean the room. We are looking for a new pace for our family member. Do NOT recommend.

Unfortunately I have to agree with the previous comments about keeping their promises. While mom…read morewas mobile and lucid and didn't require much care it was fine. As the years passed and her needs increased, the care did not keep up even when paying for the extra care. Would not recommend.

I have enjoyed Eden Vista Madison very much. The staff are friendly and helpful, the environment is…read moreclean. The food is excellent- try their salad bar! The care is great and the aids truly care and know about the residents likes and dislikes. They offer variety of care.

One of the nicest cleanest facilities I have been too. I had to place my dad there and the staff…read morewas the reason I chose Prairie Gardens. They have a great program with a lot of activities and care at the time he needed. Thank you so much for all you did for my dad!

From the owner: Prairie Gardens Assisted Living has proudly served seniors in our community for over 25 years,…read morebuilding a reputation for compassionate, dependable care. As one of the reliable assisted living facilities in the area, we are a locally and family-owned community deeply committed to creating a warm, supportive environment where residents feel at home and truly thrive. Our long-term staffing means residents and their families can count on familiar faces, consistent routines, and personalized attention tailored to individual needs. Families comparing assisted living facilities and assisted living communities can also take advantage of our free assessments and flexible 30-day contracts, making it easier to explore care options with confidence.

Great residents, great staff, very comfortable place to work. Kitchen staff is wonderful. Love…read moreseeing satisfied residents with their meals. Its pretty fun getting to know them all.

We have been very happy with the move for my in-laws to New Perspective in February 2025. The…read morebuilding is beautiful and offers so many activities and events. The meals have been great and my father-in-law especially looks forward to eating in the dining room and having three hot meals a day. It is nice that we can stop by anytime and join them for a meal - and we have done this many times. They are working with physical therapy for strengthening and improved balance. In the month they have lived there, their health has improved thanks to better nutrition, more physical activity, and more socialization. The staff have been kind and helpful and if there is a question or concern, simply reaching out corrects it. The staff have gotten to know my in-laws and understand their needs and how they can help. They have adjusted quicker than we expected to the move, and feel at home in their new apartment. We are thankful to have them living so close to us and know that they are in a safe and healthy environment. We are grateful to the staff at New Perspective!

My husband has Alzheimers and has been at Karmenta for about 31/2 years. He was sent there from the…read moreVA hospital after a fall. The first thing I remember was waiting for a bed. At first I was peeved cuz they knew we were coming. Turned out the wait was because they had sent a man to Janesville to pick up a special mattress for him as he had a sore on his backside. Janesville was the nearest place to get what was needed for his comfort. Also that first night I found myself surrounded by caring people who understood what we were going thru. Most of those people are still there. The director who was there at the time has now been replaced by Glen. I have to be honest and say that he and I had a few troubles in the beginning, but it was more a lack of communication than anything else. Most recently Glen is responsible for providing my husband with a special wheelchair that keeps his feet up. This was done because my husband does not willing bend his knees. I couldn't be more grateful. Every 6 mos or so I attend a 'care meeting' with his head nurse, and social worker to make sure I am happy with the care he is getting. I feel safe in saying he is getting the best care available outside of private pay, which would be impossible for us. LuAnne R.

Nurse refused to provide my post op pain meds, filed complaint and had the director come talk to me…read moreabout opiod use. Saw the Cnas repeatedly abused, the Director Glen is an arrogant you know what. Loved my main nurse Shirley but that place should be shut down