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    $1,710/month

    Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living

    1805 Kensington Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program
    • Respite program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 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
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.61·(232)

    Overall rating

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

      4.1
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      3.1

    Pros

    • Compassionate and attentive nursing and caregiving staff
    • Engaged life-enrichment program with diverse daily activities
    • Restaurant-style dining with chef-driven menus and pastries
    • Spacious apartment layouts and large closets
    • Continuum of care including memory care and skilled nursing
    • Well-maintained common areas and bright bistro
    • Supportive transition and move-in assistance
    • Active social community with frequent outings and events
    • Religious services and chapel programming
    • Pet-friendly community and outdoor courtyard with gazebo
    • On-site therapy and rehabilitation services
    • Secure building with multiple care levels
    • Convenient location near transit and shopping

    Cons

    • Inconsistent housekeeping and laundry operations
    • Variable meal quality and uneven accommodation of special diets
    • Staffing variability leading to uneven care delivery
    • Gaps in clinical-incident response and family communication
    • Sanitation and incontinence-care concerns in some resident rooms
    • Variability in staff professionalism and conduct
    • Aging infrastructure with ongoing renovation needs
    • Visitor parking limitations and limited secure outdoor seating
    • Fee structure perceived as high and sometimes opaque
    • Pest-control concerns in some areas
    • Allegations of theft and privacy breaches
    • Elevator/key-access complexities affecting resident mobility

    Summary of reviews

    Oak Hill Terrace presents a mixed but clear profile: many families and residents describe a warm, active community with strong life-enrichment programming and a cadre of caregivers and nurses who are engaged and personable. The facility offers a full continuum of care — independent living through memory care and skilled nursing — and several reviewers praised the transition support, knowledgeable marketing and wellness staff, and successful coordination with outside services such as hospice and therapy when functioning well.

    Care quality and staff performance are central strengths and central sources of variability. Numerous accounts highlight attentive, compassionate caregivers, timely medication administration, and staff who know residents by name. At the same time, there are recurring accounts of staffing variability, lapses in clinical incident response, and inconsistent professionalism on certain shifts. Reviewers described situations that point to gaps in emergency-response procedures, in-room clinical monitoring, and family communication; these operational gaps are an important consideration when evaluating clinical reliability.

    Dining and activities are commonly cited as positives. Many reviews praise a chef-driven dining program, made-from-scratch pastries, restaurant-style service, and a comprehensive activity calendar that includes outings, religious services, musical entertainment, and crafts. However, meal quality and accommodation of dietary restrictions are uneven across reports: some residents experienced excellent food and weight gain, while others described cold or bland meals and difficulties obtaining appropriate diet adjustments. Activity engagement also appears strong overall but may be less consistent on some floors or during staffing shortages.

    Facility condition and operations reflect a campus in transition. Several reviewers noted bright, well-kept common spaces, a sunny bistro, courtyard and gazebo, and roomy apartment options. The building is older in places and renovation work is ongoing; this contributes to a mix of newly updated areas and spaces needing improvement. Operationally, housekeeping and laundry services are frequent sources of complaint — with inconsistent cleaning cadence and occasional sanitation and incontinence-care concerns reported — and pest-control issues and parking limitations were raised in some accounts.

    Management and administrative patterns show clear strengths in move-in support and individualized attention from certain staff members, alongside concerns about accountability and transparency in fee structure and handling of incidents. Marketing, activities, and front-desk teams received repeated praise; conversely, reviewers raised concerns about inconsistent follow-through, delays in housekeeping or laundry, and perceived opacity around charges. A small number of serious allegations (theft/privacy breach and other misconduct) were mentioned and have been red-flagged by families; these point to the need for clear incident-reporting and remedial processes.

    In sum, Oak Hill Terrace will likely appeal to prospective residents who prioritize an active social environment, chef-driven dining, and continuity of care across levels. Families considering the community should weigh those strengths against operational inconsistencies that have been described — especially in housekeeping, dietary accommodations, staffing reliability, and incident response — and should ask targeted questions during tours about cleaning protocols, emergency procedures, staffing patterns by shift, medication and vitals monitoring, pest-control measures, and fee transparency. A careful, in-person evaluation with focus on the specific apartment, floor staffing, and current renovation status will help prospective residents and families make an informed decision.

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    Location

    Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living is located at 1805 Kensington Dr, Waukesha, WI, 53188.

    About Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living

    Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living in Waukesha, Wisconsin, offers a range of care options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care, and skilled nursing care, so residents can find the right level of support as their needs change, and the campus has a bright, remodeled look with accessible spaces that feel comfortable and home-like, and they've got cozy studios and roomy one- and two-bedroom apartments, some even with private balconies and kitchens, so that residents can choose the space that fits them best. The place keeps things lively with daily activities like fitness classes, hobby groups, happy hours, and community events, along with shopping trips, sightseeing drives, and outings to local restaurants or parks, and there's group transportation for those events, and you know, having things to do helps everyone stay connected, which is important as folks get older and want to hold onto their interests and friendships and have that sense of belonging.

    Staff members at Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living are well-trained and available around the clock, and they help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, or medication reminders, making sure everyone gets what they need without giving up their independence unless it's really necessary, and if someone's living with dementia or Alzheimer's, the Memory Care team provides a safe and supportive place, using programs geared toward cognitive health and making the surroundings calm and familiar, which brings relief to both the residents and their families.

    There are plenty of amenities, too, with beautiful courtyards, inviting lounges, an in-house beauty and barber shop, and spaces for spiritual and group activities, and you'll find a full-size refrigerator and cozy kitchenette in several apartments, with layouts ranging from about 284 up to 840 square feet, so there's room to stretch out, and meals are served each day with options for special diets and a focus on both taste and nutrition, since food really is an important part of daily life for older adults. Physicians, therapists, psychiatrists, and podiatrists visit on-site, and there's an in-house pharmacy, which helps if you need extra medical support without having to travel far.

    Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living won the 2024 Best of Senior Living Award from A Place for Mom, and while there's always more that can be done, the staff seem dedicated to personalizing care for each resident, offering tools for families to help with planning and caregiving, and doing their best to foster friendships, comfort, and a real sense of community, all right near local shops, parks, and medical centers in Waukesha, where neighbors still say hi on the street and folks enjoy both privacy and togetherness, as much or as little as they want.

    About Sinceri Senior Living

    Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living is managed by Sinceri Senior Living.

    Sinceri Senior Living is a premier senior living management company founded in 1986 by Jerry Erwin and headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. Originally operating under the name JEA Senior Living, the company has grown substantially over its nearly four decades of operation to become a major player in the senior care industry. Today, Sinceri operates 83 communities across 21 states, serving approximately 5,330 seniors nationwide with a comprehensive range of living options designed to meet diverse care needs and lifestyle preferences.

    The company offers three distinct levels of senior care: independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care through their signature "Meaningful Moments" program. Their assisted living services include 24-hour licensed supervision, medication management, nutritious dining programs, and their exclusive "Elevate" Life Enrichment Program, which addresses four key wellness dimensions - physical, emotional, social, and intellectual aspects. The Meaningful Moments memory care program takes a unique person-centered approach, focusing on each resident's individual history, passions, and interests to create meaningful connections and engagement opportunities for those affected by Alzheimer's and related dementia conditions.

    Sinceri's philosophy centers on treating residents like family and fostering genuine bonds between those who live and serve in their communities. Their mission emphasizes honoring the aging process while providing exceptional, person-centered care that empowers residents to maintain their independence and live their best lives regardless of care needs. The company believes that everyone deserves dignity, respect, and opportunities for joy and meaningful experiences, which drives their holistic approach to senior care that goes beyond basic safety and comfort to create truly enriching living environments.

    The company has earned significant industry recognition, including certification as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years and multiple Forbes honors, including ranking as #78 among America's Best Midsize Employers in 2021 and recognition as one of America's Best Employers by State for Washington. In recent years, Sinceri has experienced substantial growth through strategic partnerships with major healthcare REITs including National Health Investors and Ventas, adding multiple properties in 2024 while maintaining strong operational performance with seven consecutive quarters of NOI growth and achieving pre-pandemic occupancy levels across their stabilized portfolio.

    People often ask...

    Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $1,710 per month.

    Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement community.

    There are 37 photos of Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living on Mirador.

    Yes, Oak Hill Terrace Senior Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 1805 Kensington Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188.

    No, Oak Hill Terrace 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 number0018806
    StatusActive
    Facility typeCommunity-based Residential Facility
    License classRegular
    Capacity128 residents
    LicenseeOHT OPCO LLC
    Care servedAdvanced Aged, Irreversible Dementia/alzheimer's
    EffectiveJune 1st, 2023

    Inspection Reports

    10

    Reports

    1

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    5

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    27 Apr 2026Inspection
    Identified no deficiencies during an abbreviated survey.
    27 Apr 2026Complaint
    Investigated a complaint; found no deficiencies identified and the complaint was unsubstantiated.
    22 Jul 2025Self
    Found no deficiencies. The investigation concluded no deficiencies were identified.
    27 Nov 2024Complaint
    Identified that proof-of-use records for Schedule II drugs were not audited daily, signed, and dated as required.
    • 83.37(1)(j)Proof-of-use record
    18 Apr 2024Verification
    Verified no violations were cited after the verification visit; the prior citation was corrected.
    16 Jan 2024Complaint
    Investigated and found that an environmental hazard near a resident's bed caused a severe burn, indicating inadequate safeguards against heating equipment.
    • Wis. Admin. Code 83.32(3)(n)Rights of Residents: Safe environment
    11 Jan 2024Inspection
    Found no deficiencies identified during the licensure survey at Oak Hill Terrace.
    11 Jan 2024Verification
    Verified no deficiencies identified during the verification visit.
    13 Sept 2023Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found deficiencies in cleanliness/odor control, hazards in resident rooms, and window safety; three deficiencies were identified.
    • —Cleanliness and odors not maintained
    • —Hazards not eliminated in resident rooms
    • —Window safety/openability deficiencies
    24 Aug 2023Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and identified a deficiency related to resident self-determination when a camera was in a resident's room; the device was removed after staff stated cameras were not allowed in that room.
    • Type AWisconsin Stat. §50.09Self-determination

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