Jefferson Square

    717 Deforest St, Deforest, WI, 53532
    4.8 · 10 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    5.0

    Wonderful community, small dated units

    I moved in recently and so far it's been absolutely wonderful. The grounds and community center are great-well maintained, quiet, and social when I want (I get invited to clubhouse events but can also stay home). Staff and admissions were helpful and not pushy; maintenance is timely and the property manager is informative. Neighbors have been very welcoming. My apartment is homier and has an attached garage on one level, but units are small and a bit dated, and there isn't 24/7 on-site management. The central location across from schools makes family visits easy.

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    4.80 · 10 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      3.8
    • Meals

      4.8
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.8

    Pros

    • Welcoming, embracing neighbors
    • Helpful and not pushy admissions staff
    • Informative property manager
    • Responsive, timely maintenance
    • Well maintained property
    • Strong community center/clubhouse
    • Clubhouse events and resident invitations
    • Community amenities at no additional cost to residents
    • Quiet environment
    • Central location convenient for family visits
    • One-level living
    • Attached garage
    • Homier apartment layouts
    • Flexible living options (use community center or stay home)

    Cons

    • Units are considered too small
    • Units appear dated/older
    • No on-site management available (per some reports)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is positive, with several consistent themes emerging that highlight Jefferson Square as a welcoming, well-kept community with strong social amenities and helpful staff. Reviewers repeatedly emphasize a warm social environment—neighbors are described as embracing newcomers and the community is characterized as quiet and homelike. The property’s central location, directly across from schools and convenient for family visits, is noted as a practical advantage for residents with nearby relatives.

    Staff and admissions are frequently mentioned in favorable terms. Admissions staff are described as helpful and not pushy, and the property manager is called informative. Multiple reviewers compliment the staff’s friendliness and thoroughness during the move-in or tour process. Maintenance responsiveness is singled out as timely, which supports the impression of a well-run physical plant. Taken together, these comments suggest a positive front-line resident experience when it comes to orientation, initial interactions, and ongoing facility upkeep.

    Facilities and amenities receive consistent praise. The community center/clubhouse is a clear strength—several reviewers call it great or awesome, and note that residents are invited to events there. The fact that these community amenities are offered at no added cost is specifically mentioned and contributes to perceived value. Apartment layouts are described as homier than typical units, and the option to participate in clubhouse activities or stay home is viewed as flexible and resident-centered. Practical features such as one-level living and attached garages are listed as desirable attributes, especially for ease of mobility and convenience.

    There are, however, notable concerns that recur in the reviews. A number of residents or reviewers describe the units as too small, and several explicitly state that units feel old or dated. This suggests a pattern where common areas and community amenities may be well-maintained, while some private living spaces could benefit from updates or larger floor plans. Another point of divergence is management presence: while a property manager is praised for being informative, at least one review mentions the lack of on-site management. This implies possible variability in on-site administrative coverage or differences in expectations about 24/7 management availability.

    Some topics are not covered in the available reviews and should be noted as gaps. There is no substantive commentary on clinical care levels, medical or nursing services, or dining and meal quality—so those aspects remain unknown from these summaries. Prospective residents should therefore ask directly about healthcare services, meal plans, and staffing levels during visits. In addition, because unit condition and size are recurring concerns, visitors should inspect specific apartments to verify layout, square footage, and any recent renovations.

    In summary, Jefferson Square presents as a community with a strong social atmosphere, helpful and friendly staff during admissions, well-maintained common areas, and a valuable, free community center that fosters resident activities. The property’s location, quiet character, and practical features like attached garages and one-level living are definite positives. The main cautions are smaller, older-feeling units and potential variability in on-site management presence. Those considerations should be weighed against the pronounced strengths in community life and upkeep when deciding whether Jefferson Square is a good fit; an in-person visit focused on unit condition and questions about management coverage and services is recommended.

    Location

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    About Jefferson Square

    Jefferson Square sits in Deforest, WI and is a senior living community set up for folks aged 55 and older, with one-level ranch-style units that are about 1,440 square feet and have two bedrooms, attached garages, appliances included, gas fireplaces, bath tubs, and four-season porches, so residents have modern and spacious places to live. The community has a total of 62 units, some with one or two bathrooms, and all the homes are no-frills but comfortable and smoke-free inside, and they're set up for easy access, with wide doors and wheelchair accessible showers for those who need them. There's a clubhouse and community center where residents can go for activities, social events, or just gathering with neighbors, and nobody's charged extra to use them. Residents use these spaces for fitness classes, arts and crafts, and everything from board games to educational events, with organized activities both on-site and off-site so people can stay active, learn, or just spend time together, and there are outdoor common areas and even a loop for walks.

    Jefferson Square offers several types of care and living options, including independent living, assisted living, residential care homes called Residential Care Homes, and secure memory care programs for those with Alzheimer's or dementia that are staffed and designed to help prevent wandering or confusion. There are also skilled nursing facilities and nursing home care for those who need medical and rehabilitation help, and home care services for people who'd rather stay in their own homes but need help with daily things like companionship or non-medical support. Respite care and hospice are available for both short-term recovery and end-of-life support, and adult daycare services are on hand to give daytime supervision, activities, and a safe place for seniors during the day. The staff includes a nurse on call, a doctor on call, and access to a podiatrist, dentist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, and speech therapist, so most needs can be met without leaving the community.

    Residents and visitors both get parking, and there's transportation available for trips to medical appointments or local attractions. The grounds are well-kept, with services like snow shoveling, lawn care, trash removal, and on-call maintenance around the clock, so people don't have to worry about those chores or repairs. Cats and dogs are welcome within the pet policies, and there's a beauty and barber shop on site for haircuts and grooming. Seniors can take part in daily activities meant to keep everyone active and healthy, with plenty of chances to make friends, stay involved, and enjoy the fresh air or outdoor spaces. There's a no smoking rule indoors anywhere, private or public, and the focus stays on providing a safe, relaxed community that covers different care needs, whether a resident is active and independent or needs a fully staffed home with extra care. Snow-bird service is offered for folks who travel, and access to nearby municipal and medical services makes things convenient. With friendly staff around to help out, and choices from full independent living to skilled nursing, Jefferson Square supports a wide range of lifestyles and care levels, all in a simple, neighborly environment.

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