Parkview Gardens in Racine, WI

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Parkview Gardens in Racine, WI

Parkview Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community in Racine, WI.

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5321 Douglas Avenue, Racine, WI 53402

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

4.1 from 52 reviews
5 stars
38
4 stars
3
3 stars
0
2 stars
2
1 stars
9

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Parkview Gardens Costs & Pricing

Parkview Gardens offers a range of living accommodations that are priced above the averages for both Racine County and the broader state of Wisconsin. For instance, a studio apartment at Parkview Gardens costs $4,150 per month, which is notably higher than the county average of $3,962 and the state average of $3,999. The cost increases further with one-bedroom units priced at $4,418 compared to just $2,945 in Racine County and $3,412 statewide. For those seeking more space, two-bedroom apartments at Parkview Gardens are available for $5,270 monthly, starkly contrasting with the county's average of $2,459 and Wisconsin's general rate of $3,111. While residents at Parkview Gardens may pay a premium for their accommodations, this investment can reflect the quality and amenities offered by the community.

Floor plansParkview GardensRacine CountyWisconsin
Studio$4,150$3,962$3,999
1 Bedroom$4,418$2,945$3,412
2 Bedrooms$5,270$2,459$3,111

Overall Review of Parkview Gardens

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Memory care feels well supported

Residents’ families specifically describe dementia-focused support that eases difficult moments.

Several reviewers sought memory care because dementia needs were coming, and they report feeling supported once care began. Reviews describe emotional support and consistent engagement from staff, including help with difficult feelings and participation in activities residents can join. One reviewer also calls out respectful, kind treatment in the memory care unit.

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Dining and food quality matter

Food quality and meal routines come up repeatedly in reviews.

Reviewers mention both how residents enjoy meals and how the meal experience is handled day to day. Some describe the facility’s food as good, with meals provided in the common area, while others specifically criticize the food quality. A tour description also notes meals being provided, and one reviewer adds that the community offers three meals per day.

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Cleanliness is a repeated theme

Many reviews highlight a clean building and minimal odor.

Multiple reviewers say the facility stays clean and is well-presented, including descriptions of it smelling nice and lacking unpleasant odors. That includes at least one review explicitly praising the cleanliness of the memory care setting. At the same time, a small number of reviews raise concerns about care-related cleanliness issues in connection with personal belongings.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews repeatedly mention on-site activities and community events.

Reviewers describe a schedule of activities that includes live entertainment and resident-friendly engagement. Several reviews highlight programs that keep residents busy, along with music and physical activities, and one notes that residents enjoy occasional dog visits. Tour and long-stay comments also mention ongoing enrichment such as exercise, games, and regular community events.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Cost and lease terms add pressure

Cost and contract terms are a sticking point for some families.

A number of concerns center on affordability, including one review that states the community was too expensive. Another reviewer notes the requirement for a year-long lease and frames the length as a drawback. One additional review criticizes the overall value, using the language of money being wasted.

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

  • 35 resident community capacity 35 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • General Mitchell International (12 miles away) General Mitchell International (12 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • 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
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • BBQs or picnics BBQs or picnics
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Sensory-based programs Sensory-based programs
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Racine, Wisconsin offers a convenient and accessible location with a variety of resources nearby. There are several medical facilities including Aurora Health Care and Neurological Clinic within a few miles, as well as pharmacies such as Walgreens and CVS. For dining options, there are familiar chains like McDonald's and Culver's, along with local spots like Reefpoint Brew House and Unico. Nearby parks like Racine Quarry Park and Lakefront Parkway provide opportunities for outdoor recreation. In terms of healthcare, Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare - All Saints is close by, offering services like sleep centers and mental health care. Additionally, there are cafes like Wilson's Coffee & Tea for relaxed socializing. For entertainment, Renaissance Cinema in Sturtevant and South Shore Cinema in Oak Creek are within driving distance. Overall, this area provides a mix of amenities that may appeal to seniors looking for a vibrant community with easy access to essential services.

Physicians

  • Aurora Health Care (0.1 miles)
  • Rudy Byron, MD (3.4 miles)
  • Neurological Clinic (4 miles)
  • GI Associates (4 miles)
  • Eye Clinic Of Racine (4 miles)
  • Atrium At Wheaton Franciscan (4.1 miles)
  • Spring Street Medical Offices (4.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.2 miles)
  • Culver's (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.3 miles)
  • Reefpoint Brew House (4.4 miles)
  • Unico (4.6 miles)
  • Burger King (5.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (5.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (4 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.1 miles)
  • Ascension Rx - Racine Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.1 miles)

Parks

  • Racine Quarry Park (3 miles)
  • Racine Lakefront Parkway (5.5 miles)
  • Lake Park (7.3 miles)
  • Petrifying Springs Park (10.1 miles)
  • Runway Dog Exercise Area (10.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare - All Saints (4.1 miles)
  • St Luke's Sleep Center (5.2 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare-All Saints (5.2 miles)
  • Mental Health Service-st Lukes (5.2 miles)
  • R M Lakeshore Investments (5.4 miles)
  • Reach Unlimited (6.4 miles)
  • Froedert Drexel Square Clinic (9.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Wilson's Coffee & Tea (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Renaissance Cinema Sturtevant, Wi (7.2 miles)
  • South Shore Cinema Oak Creek, Wi (10.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Stephen's Catholic Church (7.9 miles)

Transportation

  • MKE Runway (11.7 miles)
  • Concourse D (11.8 miles)
  • Delta Ticket Counter (11.9 miles)
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) (11.9 miles)
  • Security Checkpoint (12 miles)
  • Concourse C (12 miles)

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