Walters Second Chance Of Milwaukee

Walters Second Chance Of Milwaukee is an assisted living community in Milwaukee, WI.

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3043 North 29Th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53210

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

4.5 from 48 reviews
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Overall Review of Walters Second Chance Of Milwaukee

differentiator 15 reviews mention this

Recovery support feels life-changing

Residents describe the program as helping them get sober and start over.

Across many reviews, residents say this place helped them stay clean, recover after a hard period, and build a new routine. Several people specifically mention long-term sobriety and that the community helped them regain stability in their lives. A few reviews also describe the setting as a recovery-focused environment that supports a transition from treatment or jail back into the community.

common 6 reviews mention this

Andy and family are consistently praised

Andy and his family are described as approachable and deeply involved in helping residents.

Multiple reviewers call out Andy by name and describe him as kind, caring, and willing to go above and beyond. People also mention that he helps with resources and support, and that the family helps maintain an environment where recovery can take place. Even among the less positive reviews, the theme of “resources and help” comes up as part of the mixed picture.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Location is a recurring concern

Some reviewers question the neighborhood and describe it as a bad fit.

A couple of reviews raise concerns about the neighborhood, including one that calls the area “drug central” and another that notes a “bad neighborhood.” One of these also still characterizes the community as a valuable resource, which suggests the location criticism is paired with partial acceptance of the support the program provides. Overall, the location shows up as the clearest recurring downside in the reviews.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

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

Transportation

  • General Mitchell International (9 miles away) General Mitchell International (9 miles away)

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

This part of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offers a convenient and diverse array of amenities for those considering senior living. With multiple hospitals and pharmacies in close proximity, residents can have easy access to healthcare services. The area also boasts various restaurants, cafes, and parks, providing opportunities for dining out and enjoying outdoor activities. Additionally, there are places of worship nearby for spiritual fulfillment. For medical needs, there are reputable physicians and healthcare facilities within a short distance. Overall, this neighborhood offers a well-rounded environment with essential services for seniors looking to settle down in the area.

Hospitals

  • Wheaton Franciscan - St. Joseph Campus (1.3 miles)
  • Aurora Sinai Medical Center (2.5 miles)
  • Aurora Psychiatric Hospital (3.6 miles)
  • Froedtert Pavilion (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Company Brewing (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.5 miles)
  • Veggas Pub (2.5 miles)
  • The Tracks (2.6 miles)
  • Estabrook Beer Garden (2.8 miles)
  • Casablanca (2.8 miles)
  • Glorioso's Italian Market (3 miles)

Parks

  • Estabrook Park (2.8 miles)
  • Kern Park (2.8 miles)
  • Red Arrow Park (3 miles)
  • Lakeshore State Park (3.8 miles)
  • Hoyt Park (4 miles)
  • Atwater Park (4 miles)
  • Paliafito Park (4.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Milwaukee Intermodal Station (3.2 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (5.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.3 miles)
  • Colectivo Lakefront (3.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (5 miles)
  • Colectivo Coffee (5.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Redemption Lutheran Church (4 miles)
  • Honey Creek Church (4.2 miles)
  • Northwest Baptist Church (4.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Froedtert Clinical Cancer Center (4.4 miles)
  • Froedtert Hospital (4.4 miles)
  • Aurora Advanced Healthcare (5 miles)
  • Aurora Nephrology (5.1 miles)
  • Rheumatic Disease Center (5.3 miles)
  • Aurora Health Center (5.4 miles)

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