Appleton Retirement Community offers competitive pricing for its various room types when compared to the broader market in Outagamie County and the state of Wisconsin. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $1,960 per month, which significantly undercuts both the county average of $4,320 and the state average of $3,999. Moving to one-bedroom accommodations, the community's rate of $2,370 again proves advantageous against the county's $3,501 and Wisconsin's $3,412. Even in two-bedroom units priced at $2,565, Appleton maintains an appealing position compared to the county's average of $2,350 and a statewide average of $3,111. Overall, Appleton Retirement Community presents a financially attractive option for prospective residents seeking quality living arrangements without straining their budgets.
Floor plans
Appleton Retirement Community
Outagamie County
Wisconsin
Studio
$1,960
$4,320
$3,999
1 Bedroom
$2,370
$3,501
$3,412
2 Bedrooms
$2,565
$2,350
$3,111
Overall Review of Appleton Retirement Community
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Staff feel consistently caring
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as genuinely caring and responsive.
Across reviews, families describe staff as kind, attentive, and quick to help, including support when residents press for assistance. Several reviewers also mention that caregivers treated residents with respect and patience, even when needs became more challenging. There are also complaints about management behavior and resident experiences, but even those reviews acknowledge that some individual caregivers are very good.
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Activities are a daily focus
Residents describe plenty of scheduled activities and frequent outings.
Reviews commonly point to a steady schedule of activitiesâgames, social events, and religious servicesâas well as regular opportunities to get out of the building. Some residents and families also mention movie nights and planned day trips, while others emphasize how the activity variety helps keep residents engaged. The community also offers a broad set of planned programming and resident-run activities as part of everyday life.
differentiator
Restaurant-style dining stands out
Dining is described as strong, including restaurant-style meals and room service.
Multiple reviews specifically praise the food, with recurring references to meals that residents enjoy and look forward to. Families also describe dining as more like a restaurant than a cafeteria, and at least one reviewer notes room-service style service. The community offers restaurant-style dining and room service, and it lists meal support options for special dietary restrictions and diabetic diets.
differentiator
Care levels and medication help
Residents can access different care levels and support with medication and daily needs.
Several reviews describe peace of mind related to supervision, medication support, and help with daily needs, including when residents need assistance. One reviewer also mentions clinical-style checkups (such as blood draws) coming to residents rather than requiring every visit to be outside the community. The community offers assisted living and skilled nursing, lists medication management and activities of daily living assistance, and describes nursing-related services including a call system and 24-hour supervision.
caveat
Some families raise concerns
A few reviews describe difficult discharge experiences and extra deposit concerns.
While most reviews are positive, a small number of reviewers express serious concerns about being removed quickly after a fall and describe the process as upsetting for the family member and the household. Those same reviews also raise issues about cost, including pet deposits and additional non-refundable charges. Another reviewer mentions an air-quality concern during flooring work, which is a practical downside related to building updates.
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Prices are well below benchmarks
Pricing is positioned far below county and state benchmarks across unit types.
The published price ranges for studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms sit substantially below both county and state benchmarks. A single reviewer explicitly describes pricing and deposits negatively, but overall, the price positioning is comparatively low versus the stated benchmarks. This matters for families comparing value while also considering the different care options described by residents.
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Features
Housing
104 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Outagamie County Regional (6 miles away)
Austin Straubel International (20 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Meals provided
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Bible study group
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Happy hour
Live well programs
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Appleton, Wisconsin boasts a variety of amenities and services that cater to seniors looking for a convenient and comfortable living environment. Within a short distance, there are multiple cafes offering a cozy atmosphere for socializing, as well as numerous restaurants serving diverse cuisine options. Additionally, there are several places of worship nearby for those seeking spiritual fulfillment. Medical care is easily accessible with various physician offices and pharmacies in close proximity, along with hospitals providing quality healthcare services. Parks provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation, while theaters offer entertainment options for leisure activities. Overall, this area offers a well-rounded community with essential resources for seniors looking to enjoy their retirement years in a vibrant setting.
Cafes
Copper Rock Coffee (0.3 miles)
Starbucks (1.5 miles)
Starbucks (2.4 miles)
Starbucks (2.5 miles)
Restaurants
Rye Restaurant (0.3 miles)
Ambassador (0.3 miles)
Appleton Beer Factory (0.4 miles)
McGuinness Irish Pub (0.4 miles)
Emmett's (0.4 miles)
Good Company (0.5 miles)
Sangria's Mexican Grill (0.6 miles)
Places of Worship
First United Methodist Church (0.3 miles)
St Bernadette (2.1 miles)
Physicians
Lifeline-Thedacare (0.3 miles)
Dr Kagan's Dermatology Practice (0.3 miles)
Kagen Allergy Clinic (0.4 miles)
Jennifer Frank MD (0.4 miles)
Uw Health Fox Valley Family Medicine (0.4 miles)
Mosaic Family Health (0.4 miles)
Motion Synergy (0.6 miles)
Parks
Jones Park (0.4 miles)
Erb Park (0.9 miles)
Pierce Park (1.1 miles)
Alicia Park (1.7 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Motus Rx (0.8 miles)
Home Town Pharmacy (1 miles)
Ascension Rx - Appleton Prescription Center (1.2 miles)
Appleton Retirement Community offers competitive pricing for its various room types when compared to the broader market in Outagamie County and the state of Wisconsin. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $1,960 per month, which significantly undercuts both the county average of $4,320 and the state average of $3,999. Moving to one-bedroom accommodations, the community's rate of $2,370 again proves advantageous against the county's $3,501 and Wisconsin's $3,412. Even in two-bedroom units priced at $2,565, Appleton maintains an appealing position compared to the county's average of $2,350 and a statewide average of $3,111. Overall, Appleton Retirement Community presents a financially attractive option for prospective residents seeking quality living arrangements without straining their budgets.
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104 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Outagamie County Regional (6 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Bible study group
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Happy hour
Wine tasting
English
Competitive pricing with multiple room options and comprehensive care.
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