Century Oaks Assisted Living in Appleton, WI

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Century Oaks Assisted Living

Century Oaks Assisted Living in Appleton, WI

Century Oaks Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Appleton, WI.

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2100 & 2302 East Glenhurst Lane, Appleton, WI 54913

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.7 from 47 reviews
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Century Oaks Assisted Living Costs & Pricing

Century Oaks Assisted Living offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to the broader market in Outagamie County and across Wisconsin. Monthly costs for a studio apartment at Century Oaks are set at $4,000, which is notably lower than the county average of $4,320, while remaining slightly above the state median of $3,999. For those seeking a one-bedroom unit, the rates at Century Oaks are priced at $4,600. This reflects a significant premium over both the county's average of $3,501 and the statewide average of $3,412. These figures indicate that while Century Oaks may be on the higher end for one-bedroom accommodations, it still provides an appealing option for studio living in a competitive landscape.

Floor plansCentury Oaks Assisted LivingOutagamie CountyWisconsin
Studio$4,000$4,320$3,999
1 Bedroom$4,600$3,501$3,412

Overall Review of Century Oaks Assisted Living

common 16 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind and attentive.

Across the reviews, families describe staff as helpful, accommodating, and gentle with their loved ones. Several people specifically thank individual staff members and describe patient, professional care. Even in a more critical review about overall management during the pandemic period, the writer still praises hands-on staff for being caring and compassionate.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Dining quality comes up often

Meals are a frequent point of praise, with some mixed experiences too.

Multiple reviews mention good food and a dining experience people enjoy, including meals served in a dedicated dining room. One family highlights a chef for making great meals and enjoying time together there. Another review expresses frustration with the food changing for the worse at times, including concerns about not-so-good meals.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Activities and social time vary

Some residents enjoyed lots of daily activities, but others report gaps.

Several reviewers describe the community as offering activities and daily opportunities to stay engaged. One person says their great-aunt would be very active and happy after moving in. At the same time, a long negative review describes a period when the resident was confined to her room with limited stimulation and requests for better activities were not met, particularly during the pandemic lockdown period.

common 8 reviews mention this

Clean, well-kept buildings impress

Many reviewers describe the community as clean and visually appealing.

Several reviews highlight a beautiful, clean environment and describe the facility as well maintained. People also mention enjoying the look and feel of the buildings and the care setting itself. Even where the overall experience is criticized, the physical environment and decor are repeatedly described positively.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 67 resident community capacity 67 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Outagamie County Regional (8 miles away) Outagamie County Regional (8 miles away)
  • Austin Straubel International (17 miles away) Austin Straubel International (17 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Appleton, Wisconsin offers a range of amenities and services that may be appealing to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With several medical facilities close by, including oral surgery, oncology, dermatology, and gastroenterology practices, residents can easily access healthcare services. Additionally, there are pharmacies in the vicinity for medication needs. The area also features various parks where seniors can enjoy nature and outdoor activities. Nearby hospitals provide quality medical care in case of emergencies. For dining options, there are a variety of restaurants offering different cuisines, as well as cafes for a casual coffee outing. Places of worship are available for those seeking spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded community with diverse options for senior living.

Physicians

  • Apple Creek Oral Surgery (0.4 miles)
  • FVHO Health & Wellness Center (0.5 miles)
  • Fox Valley Hematology & Oncology (0.5 miles)
  • Dermatology Associates of Wisconsin, S.C. (0.5 miles)
  • Forefront Dermatology Appleton, WI (0.5 miles)
  • Peter Katz, MD, FAAD (0.5 miles)
  • Associates In Gastroenterology Sc (0.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Omnicare (0.8 miles)
  • Shopko Rx Care (1 miles)
  • Pick 'n Save Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Smith Pharmacy (3.2 miles)

Parks

  • Plamann Park (1.4 miles)
  • Erb Park (2.4 miles)
  • Legion Park (3 miles)
  • Jones Park (3.7 miles)
  • Doyle Park (3.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Martha Siekman Cancer Center (2.2 miles)
  • Appleton Medical Center (2.2 miles)
  • Icu (2.2 miles)
  • St Elizabeth Hospital Auxiliary (4.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Culver's (2.2 miles)
  • Northland Neighborhood Sports Pub (2.2 miles)
  • Camelot Camelot (2.4 miles)
  • Dairyland Brew Pub (2.4 miles)
  • Scuba's Pourhouse (2.4 miles)
  • Richmond Street Pub (3 miles)
  • Taco John's (3.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Peter's Lutheran Church & School (2.4 miles)
  • First United Methodist Church (3.3 miles)
  • Holy Spirit Church (3.3 miles)
  • St Bernadette (3.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Seth's Coffee & Bake Shop (3.5 miles)
  • Copper Rock Coffee (3.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Valley Grand Cinema Appleton, Wi (3.9 miles)

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