Brookdale Sussex sits close to Sussex Village Park and you can get to downtown Milwaukee and places like the Milwaukee Public Museum or Pabst Theater pretty quick if you want to. The place offers studio apartments that have private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and people usually bring in their own artwork and photos to make it feel like home, and some units come furnished while others let you bring your own stuff. There's cable or satellite TV, an emergency call system for safety, and both Wi-Fi and internet if you like to stay connected. The community welcomes pets, so folks can bring their animals with them. Outside, there's a patio with comfortable chairs, a grill, shade from an umbrella, and even raised garden beds if you like gardening or just sitting outside.
Inside, there's a dining room with round tables, comfortable chairs, wood-style floors, warm decorations, and gentle lighting, making it a pleasant spot for meals. There are big living rooms and other common areas with sofas, armchairs, a TV, larger windows, and a cozy area with a fireplace and a round table if you want to sit and talk with others. There's a beauty salon with a proper chair, hair dryer, a big mirror, and a place for washing hair which residents use, and a library for folks to pick up a book or sit and read a bit.
Brookdale Sussex offers different help depending on what you need. If you need help with things like bathing, dressing, or getting around, staff can provide that in a way that lets people keep as much of their independence as possible, and the place makes personalized care plans for everyone. There are also memory care services here for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, and the place tries to make those areas safe and comfortable to prevent wandering or confusion. If you're an active senior who doesn't need as much care, independent living is an option too, where you don't have to worry about chores or maintenance. For those who need more support, there's assisted living, nursing, continuing care, home care assistance, and residential care homes where people share a living space and have a caregiver.
Amenities cover laundry service, transportation, and walking paths outside. Folks can take part in scheduled outings and recreational activities, and there are special events, health and wellness programs, and something they call signature programs which add a bit more variety. Meals are planned by a chef and usually aim to be healthy and tasty. The community also has lots of places to hang out, both in main areas and quieter spaces, and there are extra rooms for activities, dining, and even secondary bedrooms for visitors or other needs.
Brookdale Sussex is recognized as a verified community that keeps up with licensing, so you know they meet certain standards. Staff are often described as helpful and friendly, and people visiting usually feel welcome. There's a focus on both safety and independence, plus the place tries to feel like a real home, not an institution. The address is W240 N6351 Maple Ave., Sussex, WI 53089. With a strong set of options for care and services, lots of amenities, and a homelike feel, the community suits people with different needs, whether someone wants independence, requires more daily help, or memory care.
