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Manorcare Health Services - Appleton Costs & Pricing
Manorcare Health Services - Appleton offers competitive pricing for its long-term care services compared to the wider regional and state averages. For a private room, residents can expect to pay $3,330 per month, which is significantly lower than both Winnebago County's average of $4,438 and the state average of $4,339. Conversely, the cost for a semi-private room at Manorcare stands at $4,470 - slightly above the county's average of $3,771 but higher than Wisconsin's overall average of $3,977. This pricing structure indicates that while private accommodations represent a more economical choice at Manorcare compared to other options in the area, semi-private offerings come at a premium relative to local norms. Overall, individuals seeking care at Manorcare will find beneficial options tailored to different preferences and financial considerations.
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Manorcare Health Services - Appleton
Winnebago County
Wisconsin
Private
$3,330
$4,438
$4,339
Semi-Private
$4,470
$3,771
$3,977
Overall Review of Manorcare Health Services - Appleton
caveat9 reviews mention this
Call lights and staffing draw concern
Several reviewers describe delays or failures to get timely help.
Some families report that help wasn’t easy to reach, including call lights that weren’t answered and long waits when assistance was requested. Others describe weekend coverage problems and situations where staff seemed stretched, such as people waiting for basics or needing help to mobilize even when it was expected. A few reviewers also contrast this with staff they found polite or helpful, but the responsiveness issues still show up repeatedly.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Food is a recurring criticism
Food quality and consistency come up as a frequent complaint.
Several residents and family members say meals were unappealing, served cold, or arrived wrong. A few also describe dietary concerns that went beyond taste, including trouble getting appropriate help with eating and limited nourishment. On the positive side, other reviewers credit dietary staff and describe food as very good, which makes the overall experience uneven across reviews.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness issues are mentioned often
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness problems in rooms and common areas.
A number of reviewers describe the facility as dirty, with mentions of filthy rooms, bugs, and showers with mold. Others describe stronger examples like mattresses or belongings not being handled well. While some reviews say the building was clean or improvements were underway, the negative cleanliness feedback appears frequently enough to stand out.
common6 reviews mention this
Therapy experience varies by reviewer
Rehabilitation and therapy quality is a mixed theme across reviews.
Some reviewers praise physical therapy and rehabilitation staff as knowledgeable and caring, describing meaningful progress after injuries or surgery. Others report that therapy time was withheld, insufficient, or poorly carried out, with negative effects on recovery. A few comments also suggest that therapy staff felt stronger than other parts of day-to-day care.
common3 reviews mention this
Activities and special events get praise
Residents are described as having activities and events.
Several reviewers mention enjoyable activities, including holiday events and resident-focused programming. One review also notes that pets being brought in helped brighten residents’ days, and others describe the presence of ongoing scheduled activities. Even where other parts of the stay were criticized, these activity-related comments are still present in the feedback.
common4 reviews mention this
Pricing comes in below benchmarks
Pricing is generally positioned below county and state benchmarks.
The published price ranges place both private and semi-private options below the stated county and state levels. For families comparing budgets, this can matter when deciding between units, especially given how widely reviews describe day-to-day experiences. Reviews include strong differences in care experiences, so the lower pricing may be best weighed alongside the specific issues families report.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
104 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Outagamie County Regional (6 miles away)
Austin Straubel International (21 miles away)
Community operated transportation
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
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
St Elizabeth Hospital Auxiliary (0.1 miles)
St Elizabeth Hospital (0.2 miles)
Icu (2 miles)
Appleton Medical Center (2.1 miles)
Martha Siekman Cancer Center (2.1 miles)
Valley Thermography (2.5 miles)
Physicians
Saint Elizabeth Hospital Rehabilitation Center (0.1 miles)
Dr William C. Kwasny, MD (0.1 miles)
St Elizabeth Hospital Heart, Lung & Vascular Center (0.2 miles)
UW Health Children's Health Center (0.2 miles)
Affinity Medical Group OB-Gyn (0.2 miles)
Fox Valley Hematology-Oncology (0.2 miles)
Audiology and Hearing Services (0.5 miles)
Restaurants
Houdini's Escape Gastropub (0.1 miles)
Riverside Bar & Grill (0.3 miles)
Maple Tree Restaurant and Pancake House (0.5 miles)
Fratellos Waterfront Restaurant (0.5 miles)
Red Ox (0.6 miles)
Arby's (0.6 miles)
Appleton Yacht Club (0.8 miles)
Pharmacies
Ascension Rx - Appleton Prescription Center (0.1 miles)
Manorcare Health Services - Appleton offers competitive pricing for its long-term care services compared to the wider regional and state averages. For a private room, residents can expect to pay $3,330 per month, which is significantly lower than both Winnebago County's average of $4,438 and the state average of $4,339. Conversely, the cost for a semi-private room at Manorcare stands at $4,470 - slightly above the county's average of $3,771 but higher than Wisconsin's overall average of $3,977. This pricing structure indicates that while private accommodations represent a more economical choice at Manorcare compared to other options in the area, semi-private offerings come at a premium relative to local norms. Overall, individuals seeking care at Manorcare will find beneficial options tailored to different preferences and financial considerations.
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104 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
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
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Excellent access to healthcare, dining, parks, and nearby amenities.
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