Cottages of Madison at Madison, WI

Cottages of Madison

5555 Burke Road, Madison, WI 53718

About Cottages of Madison

The Cottages of Madison has been a trusted choice for senior care for more than 20 years. Our community provides CBRF-assisted living and is licensed to support individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory or neurological conditions. Families in Madison know The Cottages of Madison as a safe, caring, and welcoming place for their loved ones.

At The Cottages of Madison, we believe senior living should feel like home. That is why our community is designed with both private and shared spaces that balance comfort, familiarity, and connection. We have three unique cottages—Applewood, Elmwood, and Oakwood—each home to only 16 residents. This small, close-knit design makes it easy for neighbors to build friendships and for staff to give more personalized attention. With a low caregiver-to-resident ratio, our team can focus on each person while still creating a warm and active community for all.

The Cottages of Madison also offers an Age-in-Place Program, which means residents do not have to move when their care needs change. Instead, we adjust the level of support as needed, so residents can continue living in the same familiar setting surrounded by friends and caring staff. This thoughtful approach gives families peace of mind knowing their loved one can stay in one place while receiving the right level of care, no matter how needs may grow over time.

Life at The Cottages of Madison is filled with compassion, safety, and opportunities to connect. Whether a resident is living with memory challenges or simply needs extra help with daily activities, our team provides care in a way that preserves dignity and independence. Families and residents alike appreciate the balance of privacy, community, and security that makes our cottages truly special.

Senior living options at The Cottages of Madison include Assisted Living and Memory Care.

Care and support at Cottages of Madison

Cottages of Madison offers the following levels of care in Madison:

  • Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
  • Memory Care: Secure, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, with structured daily routines.

Residents also have access to diabetic care, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. Ask the team how care plans are assessed and updated as needs change.

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Living spaces and amenities

Living options at Cottages of Madison include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Features include air conditioning, accessible design, Wi-Fi and high-speed internet, wheelchair-accessible showers, bathtubs, ground-floor apartments and cable or satellite TV. Common areas include a TV lounge, a meeting room, a central fireplace, indoor lounges, outdoor seating areas and an outdoor patio, making it easy to spend time with neighbors and visiting family.

Dining at Cottages of Madison

Residents don’t need to cook, as meals are provided, with anytime dining, guest meals for visiting family, meals prepared by a professional chef, room service and special dining programs. Dietary options include gluten-free, kosher, low-sodium, no-sugar and vegetarian meals. There is also a private dining room for family occasions.

Activities and daily life

Residents can stay active and social with stretching classes, reminiscence programs, devotional activities on-site, holiday parties, gardening club, trivia games, yoga / chair yoga, karaoke and birthday parties, among 11 listed activities. On-site recreation includes a piano or organ and raised garden beds. To make day-to-day life easier, the community provides housekeeping and laundry service.

Cottages of Madison is pet friendly. For getting around, the community offers easy access to public transit.

Senior living near Cottages of Madison in Madison, WI

Cottages of Madison is located at 5555 Burke Road, Madison, WI 53718. To see how it compares with other local communities, browse assisted living and senior care in Madison or explore senior living across Wisconsin.

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Helpful guides for families

Questions to ask when you visit Cottages of Madison

  • What is included in the monthly fee, and what costs extra?
  • How are care needs assessed, and how often is the care plan reviewed?
  • What dementia training do memory care staff receive, and how are secure areas managed?
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day and overnight?
  • Can we join for a meal or an activity during the visit?

Frequently asked questions about Cottages of Madison

What types of care does Cottages of Madison offer?
Cottages of Madison offers assisted living and memory care in Madison, WI. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at Cottages of Madison?
Cottages of Madison offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does Cottages of Madison allow pets?
Yes. Cottages of Madison is listed as pet friendly. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does Cottages of Madison provide transportation?
Cottages of Madison offers easy access to public transit. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is Cottages of Madison located?
Cottages of Madison is at 5555 Burke Road, Madison, WI 53718, in Madison, Wisconsin.

How much does Cottages of Madison cost?
Pricing at Cottages of Madison depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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Healthcare

  • Diabetic Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Additional Information about Cottages of Madison

Rooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Semi-Private
  • Studio

Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Bath Tubs
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Dining Venues

  • Private Dining Room

Meals

  • Anytime Dining
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • Kosher
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Professional Chef
  • Room Service
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Vegetarian

Shared Spaces

  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • TV Lounge

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Recreation

  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds

Activities

  • Activities On-site
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Gardening Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Karaoke
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Trivia Games
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Languages

  • English

Transportation

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit

Parking

  • Resident Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Pet Friendly

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