Nursing homes in Hayward, WI

Compare 2 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Hayward, part of the Sawyer area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 4★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.

Residents of Hayward, Wisconsin, and the surrounding Sawyer County area have access to two nursing homes currently evaluated through the federal CMS Care Compare reporting system. These regional facilities maintain an average overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Within the 54843 ZIP code, Water’s Edge stands out as a top-performing facility, earning a perfect 5-star rating under the management of Medical Services, Inc.

What to look for in Hayward

• All homes in Hayward score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
• 2 of 2 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
• 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
• 1 of 2 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

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