Riverwalk Senior Living

    477 W Madison St, Waterloo, WI 53594
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Spotless facility, caring staff, recommended

    My mom moved into the brand-new building last year and I'm very pleased. The staff are caring, qualified and attentive; the facility is spotless with cozy single-room apartments, on-site meals, lots of activities (bingo, crafts, card games), and inviting common areas with nice views and a river walk. It's great for independent living with assistance available-I'd recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • 24-hour nursing
    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Administer insulin injections
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Diabetes care
    • Medication management
    • Respite program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Internet
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment

    Transportation

    • Located close to restaurants
    • Located close to shopping centers
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Family private dining rooms
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Family education and support services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.27·(11)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.3
    • Amenities

      3.8
    • Value

      4.3

    Pros

    • Friendly, caring, and qualified staff
    • New, well-maintained building
    • On-site meal preparation and attractive dining area
    • Multiple common areas with comfortable seating and TVs
    • Fitness room and dedicated activity spaces
    • Organized activities (bingo, crafts, cards, seasonal events)
    • Scenic riverside location with paved walking path and views
    • Independent and assisted living options
    • In-unit kitchens and onsite laundry facilities
    • Consistently clean environment and conscientious housekeeping

    Cons

    • Inconsistent administrative availability
    • Unreliable phone and administrative responsiveness
    • Gaps in clinical-incident response and family communication
    • Limited surveillance and monitoring systems
    • Smaller apartment footprints
    • Fewer amenities compared with competing communities
    • Rural location with limited nearby services
    • Additional move-in requirements or fees

    Summary of reviews

    Riverwalk Senior Living presents as a contemporary, well-kept community with strengths in physical plant, dining, and staff bedside manner. Several reviewers praised the recently opened building, noting clean common areas, comfortable seating, and pleasant river views with an adjacent paved walking path. The dining entry and on-site meal preparation were highlighted as attractive features; multiple accounts described in‑house cooking and an impressive dining area. Unit-level amenities such as in‑unit kitchens, a large kitchen, and onsite laundry were also mentioned positively.

    Staff and care quality are recurring positives. Many comments emphasize friendly, conscientious, and qualified staff who provide respectful interactions and attentive day-to-day assistance. Reviewers described the community as suitable for independent living and for residents who need some assistance, and several family members reported that their relatives settled in well and received capable care.

    Programming and amenities support an active social environment. The community offers organized activities including bingo, crafts, card games, and seasonal events, along with spaces for puzzles and exercise. There is a fitness/workout area and a variety of shared lounges and TVs, which reviewers associated with a peaceful, social atmosphere.

    Areas for prospective residents to investigate further include operational responsiveness and safety monitoring. Some families experienced difficulty reaching administrative staff by phone and noted variable management presence. One account described a significant fall with delayed detection and an ensuing injury, which underscores the importance of clarifying emergency response protocols, staff response times, and fall-detection or surveillance capabilities. Reviewers also described limited surveillance coverage and a designated outdoor smoking area that may be distant from the main building; these point to potential gaps in monitoring and campus layout to review.

    Other practical considerations: several reviewers characterized apartments as compact or "mini" units, and some felt the facility offers fewer amenities compared with larger competitors. The community’s small-town, rural setting can be a benefit for those seeking quiet and scenery but may limit access to nearby services. Finally, ask about any additional move-in requirements or fees that families mentioned when comparing communities.

    Overall, Riverwalk appears to provide a clean, modern environment with attentive staff and active programming. Prospective residents and families should tour the site, observe staffing and common areas, and ask specific questions about emergency protocols, monitoring systems, responsiveness, unit sizes, and any extra move-in requirements to determine fit relative to other local options.

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    Location

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    Riverwalk Senior Living is located at 477 W Madison St, Waterloo, WI, 53594.

    About Riverwalk Senior Living

    Riverwalk Senior Living offers a welcoming and comfortable environment designed to help each resident continue their unique story with dignity and support. The community specializes in providing care and daily living assistance to a diverse array of individuals, accommodating those who may require short-term help due to illness, recovery from surgery, or rehabilitation, as well as those who are seeking ongoing assistance as they age. At the heart of Riverwalk Senior Living’s approach is the understanding that no two care plans should ever be the same. The experienced team takes ample time to get to know each resident, working closely to develop individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs and preferences.

    Residents at Riverwalk Senior Living benefit from a broad range of daily services, including meal preparation, personal hygiene support, cleaning, and general supervision. Beyond these essentials, the skilled caregivers place a strong emphasis on building genuine relationships with each individual, recognizing that companionship is key to both trust and quality of life. Through compassionate, person-centered service, caregivers are dedicated to not only helping residents navigate their everyday routines but also fostering meaningful, respectful connections with them.

    For those recovering after surgery or managing health conditions such as arthritis or physical disabilities, Riverwalk Senior Living provides specialized assistance designed to promote a healthy and thorough recovery. Caregivers offer help with essential daily tasks such as mobility, eating, exercising, and grooming, always delivered with the utmost respect and encouragement. These services are rendered by a team of highly trained professionals who are committed to upholding the highest standards of care in the industry.

    Ultimately, the mission at Riverwalk Senior Living is rooted in helping each resident and their loved ones experience life as fully and happily as possible. By focusing on one-on-one attention and care that stands out from larger, less personal settings, Riverwalk Senior Living strives to ensure that each individual can enjoy a supportive, nurturing community where their needs are met and their well-being is the top priority.

    People often ask...

    Riverwalk Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,378 per month.

    Riverwalk Senior Living offers independent living and assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 477 W Madison St, Waterloo, WI 53594.

    No, Riverwalk Senior Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Wisconsin, the Department of Health Services' Division of Quality Assurance licenses assisted living and long-term care facilities through surveys, verification visits, and complaint investigations.

    License number0018285
    StatusActive
    Facility typeResidential Care Apartment Complex
    License classRegular
    Capacity29 residents
    LicenseeAPARA CARE INC
    EffectiveNovember 23rd, 2020

    Inspection Reports

    3

    Reports

    1

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    10 Jun 2026Verification
    Investigated the verification visit and found no deficiencies.
    19 Feb 2026Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in staff training; two of three facility staff lacked documentation of training in fire safety, standard precautions, and the emergency plan.
    • 134Training in fire safety and emergency planning for staff
    21 Nov 2023Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. No citations of noncompliance were issued.

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