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Martin House in Fond Du Lac, WI

Martin House is an assisted living community in Fond Du Lac, WI.

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909 Martin Avenue, Fond Du Lac, WI 54935

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2.6 from 49 reviews
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Overall Review of Martin House

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Repairs and upkeep get criticized

Residents describe recurring repair problems and frequent delays getting issues fixed.

Several reviews complain about basic upkeep, including pest and mold concerns and multiple issues around heat and hot water. Others describe major unit problems such as plumbing and ventilation failures, along with maintenance difficulties. One review also says maintenance requests led to charges and dissatisfaction with how repairs were handled. Even positive comments still call out the need for a more dependable maintenance crew.

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Safety concerns and police presence

Residents repeatedly mention unsafe conditions and frequent police attention in the area.

Multiple reviews describe neighbors they view as reckless, including reports of fights, vandalism, and general disorder. Several comments also mention being bothered by police presence or wasted police resources. At least one resident specifically points to gang activity and drugs, and another says the property is not safe for kids. Overall, the safety concerns show up again and again across reviews with very different star ratings.

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Management is described as unprofessional

Reviews frequently criticize the onsite manager’s attitude and responsiveness.

Residents describe an unprofessional office experience, including locked office hours and a negative tone from staff. Several reviews also call the onsite manager rude or accuse her of lying about events or property conditions. There are also complaints about how maintenance-related costs are handled and about ongoing refusal to replace items over time. One review even suggests the place could improve with a better management team.

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It works for low-income families

Some residents say the community is a good fit for low-income families.

A smaller cluster of reviews frames the property as a helpful option for people managing on a limited budget. One review calls out the suitability for low-income families, and another describes it as income based for families. Another resident’s positive note aligns with that theme even when they don’t go into specifics about day-to-day services.

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Buildings and location are viewed positively

Some reviews praise the buildings’ appearance and the community’s location.

While many comments focus on problems, a few reviews mention the buildings being beautiful and generally nice. One review also highlights the location as a plus. These positive remarks are limited compared with the complaints, but they do appear alongside the more critical feedback.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 4 resident community capacity 4 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Places of Worship

  • Sisters Of Agnes (0.3 miles)
  • Apostolic Christian Church (0.4 miles)
  • Salem United Methodist Church (1.7 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church (1.8 miles)
  • Institutional Ministries (1.8 miles)
  • Bread of Life Family Worship Center Church (1.8 miles)
  • Holy Family Catholic Community (2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Millers Pub (0.7 miles)
  • Gillies frozen custard (0.9 miles)
  • Tucker's Hamburgers (0.9 miles)
  • Sebastian's Steak House (0.9 miles)
  • Culver's (1 miles)
  • The Sweet And Salty Pig (1.1 miles)
  • Eaton's Fresh Pizza & Catering (1.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Fox Valley Wellness Center (0.8 miles)
  • Fond Du L.Ac. Psychiatry (1 miles)
  • Agnesian Healthcare Plastic Surgery & Cosmetic Services (1 miles)
  • Fond Du L.Ac. Regional Clinic South - Alan W Roetker MD (1 miles)
  • Richard Schaefer, MD (1.1 miles)
  • Adam Strittmatter, DO (1.1 miles)
  • Audiology Center of Fond Du L.Ac. (1.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Agnesian Health Shoppe (0.9 miles)
  • Canadian Drug Service (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Agnesian Pharmacy West (1.6 miles)
  • Mercury Marine-Div of Brunswick, Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Agnesian Pharmacy Plus (1.7 miles)
  • Kremer Pharmacy & Gift (1.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Fond Du L.Ac. Surgery Center (1.1 miles)
  • Fond Du L.Ac. County Health Care Center (1.6 miles)
  • St. Agnes Hospital (1.7 miles)
  • SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital - Fond du L.Ac. (1.7 miles)
  • Agnesian Healthcare (1.7 miles)
  • Forefront - Fond Du La (2.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Cellar District (1.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Quality Cab (2.1 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (2.7 miles)
  • Fond du Lac Skyport (FLD) (2.9 miles)

Parks

  • Lakeside Park (3 miles)
  • Rotary Voyageur Playground (3.1 miles)

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