Our Story, Your Home.

Anita’s Gardens is a third-generation, family-owned network of assisted living and memory care communities across Southeastern Wisconsin. Our dedicated, carefully chosen staff provide warmth, respect, and attentive care in homelike settings filled with comfort and stimulating activities.

The Heart Behind Anita’s Gardens

Anita Benavides

Anita Benavides was more than a name, she was a mother, a caregiver, and the heart behind everything we do.

A devoted mother of ten and a beloved friend, Anita lived her life in service to others. Her warmth, strength, and compassion created a legacy that continues to shape every community we build, where care feels personal, dignity is honored, and everyone is treated like family.

Culture

At Anita’s Gardens, our culture is rooted in what we call our "Culture of Caring", a living tradition inspired by Anita herself.

Our Culture of Caring is the legacy we carry forward for every resident we serve.

Values

We believe every elder deserves to be honored with warmth, dignity, and respect, cared for as we would our own family, in a place filled with comfort and belonging.

FAMILY

At Anita's Gardens, we believe that family goes beyond bloodlines; it’s about the bonds we form, the laughter we share, and the memories we create together. Here, every resident is embraced as a cherished member of our extended family, where companionship flourishes in a caring environment filled with warmth and understanding. As we nurture these connections, we cultivate a vibrant community where each individual feels valued and supported, ensuring that the spirit of family is woven into every moment of care, celebrating the uniqueness of each person while honoring the legacy of love that guides us.

SERVICE

At Anita's Gardens, we embrace caregiving as a sacred trust, a profound commitment that transcends mere duty, infusing every interaction with love, compassion, and unwavering dedication; it is within this ethos that our team cultivates meaningful connections, ensuring that each resident feels valued and cherished in a nurturing environment designed to foster both comfort and joy, where the spirit of family is woven into the very fabric of our care.

COMPASSION

At Anita's Gardens, compassion is the cornerstone of our care philosophy, guiding us to truly understand and honor the unique journeys of each resident; with open hearts and listening ears, we create an atmosphere where patience and understanding flourish, ensuring that every individual feels seen, valued, and embraced, as we meet them right where they are on their path, nurturing not just their physical needs but also their emotional and social well-being, fostering connections that span beyond caregiving into genuine friendship, and embodying the spirit of community that Anita herself cherished.

RESPECT

At Anita's Gardens, we celebrate each individual by honoring their unique stories and experiences, recognizing that every person carries a rich history that deserves respect and dignity; our commitment to creating a nurturing environment inspires us to embrace the diverse backgrounds of our residents, ensuring that everyone feels valued and included in our vibrant community where kindness and understanding thrive, and where every interaction reflects the deep respect we hold for the precious lives we are privileged to care for.

Bridgette Benavides

Bridgette Benavides

CEO

Kathleen Benavides

Kathleen Benavides

CFO

Nick Benavides

Nick Benavides

COO

Janet Bell

Janet Bell

Regional Director

Kristin Wood

Kristin Wood

Executive Director - Brookfield

Sonja Perez-Depies

Sonja Perez-Depies

Executive Director - Saukville

Wendy Robertson

Wendy Robertson

Executive Administrator

Shannon Gehringer

Shannon Gehringer

Assistant Director

Shelley Gilbert

Shelley Gilbert

Community Coordinator

Michelle Schmitt

Michelle Schmitt

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cheryl Larson

Cheryl Larson

Registered Nurse

Steven-Zaccone

Steven-Zaccone

Kitchen Manager

Connor Lacosse

Connor Lacosse

Office Administrator

Andrea Eichler

Andrea Eichler

Program Manager

Marisa Foley

Marisa Foley

Program Manager

Get In Touch

Email Us:
info@anitasgardens.com

Call Us: 262-235-4888

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