About
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.
Who Was Anita?
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.
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.
We believe elders deserve to be honored with warmth, dignity, and respect.
Family
We create connections that extend beyond care—because here, your family becomes part of ours.
Service
We see caregiving as a sacred trust, carried out with love, responsibility, and dedication.
Compassion
We lead with empathy, meeting each resident where they are with patience and understanding.
Respect
We honor the individuality, history, and dignity of every person who calls Anita’s Gardens home.
Bridgette Benavides
CEO
Kathleen Benavides
CFO
Nick Benavides
COO
Janet Bell
Regional Director of Operations
Kristin Wood
Executive Director - Brookfield
Sonja Perez-Depies
Executive Director - Saukville
Wendy Robertson
Executive Administrator
Shannon Gehringer
Assistant Director
Shelley Gilbert
Community Coordinator
Michelle Schmitt
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cheryl Larson
Registered Nurse
Steven-Zaccone
Kitchen Manager
Connor Lacosse
Office Administrator
Andrea Eichler
Program Manager