Families and residents repeatedly describe the staff as engaged in day-to-day care.
Across the reviews, people mention caring, knowledgeable caregivers and teamwork, including nurses, CNAs, therapy staff, and administration. Several reviewers also point out responsive communication and support for residentsâ needs, including concerns being addressed promptly. A smaller set of reviews raises the opposite concernâdescribing neglect, poor responsiveness, and treatment that felt unkindâso experiences appear mixed.
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Rehab therapy gets specific praise
Rehabilitation therapy is a frequent focus, with multiple reviewers naming PT, OT, and speech therapy.
Many reviewers talk about rehab as a major part of their experience, with specific praise for physical therapy and occupational therapy. Several also mention speech therapy or a therapy team that provides education, and one review describes major improvement while receiving therapy services. Others describe shorter rehab stays more generally, while a negative review says call light response and communication were problems during a rehab stay.
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Food quality comes up often
Dining is repeatedly mentioned, including day-to-day meal quality and dessert.
Residents and families describe the food positively, including reviews that say meals are amazing or very good and that residents get dessert. One reviewer even notes a food preference concern when fish is on the menu, which suggests meals are memorable either way. A different reviewer complains about a poor nutritional program, so opinions on dining are also not uniform.
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Activities include group games
Activities are described as engaging, with organized group options.
Several reviews say the community provides fun, structured activities for residents, including group games and crafts. One reviewer specifically calls out activities like bingo and baking, and another highlights that there are activities available for residents. A negative review focuses more on staffing and communication than on activities.
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Renovations are mentioned by families
Renovations and rebuilding efforts are mentioned as improving how the facility feels.
Two reviews explicitly reference renovations and changes that make the place feel more homelike and improved compared to an earlier period. One of those also credits leadership and multiple departments for coordinating with families during the stay.
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Wound and neglect concerns appear in reviews
A couple of reviews describe serious wound-related neglect concerns.
Some negative reviews report extreme neglect tied to wound treatment, including accounts of pressure-related injuries progressing and being mishandled. These comments also link the wound outcomes to staff practices and promptness of care. Other reviews describe wound care positively, including reassurance that needs were being met, so the overall picture is divided.
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Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Clintonville, Wisconsin, offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With several places of worship nearby, such as Family of Christ Assembly of God and Calvary Apostolic Church, seniors can find spiritual fulfillment within the community. Transportation options include Truck City Taxi and Clintonville Airport for easy access to medical appointments or leisurely outings. Pharmacies like Erickson Pharmacy and Walgreens are conveniently located for medication needs. Parks like Pickerel Point Memorial Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Several dining options, including Cindy B's and Culver's, offer a range of choices for meals. Nearby healthcare providers such as Gilling Dental and Thedacare Orthopedics Plus ensure access to quality medical care. Overall, this area of Clintonville is a welcoming and convenient place for seniors looking to relocate.
Places of Worship
Family of Christ Assembly of God (0.1 miles)
Calvary Apostolic Church (0.5 miles)
Faith Lutheran Church (1 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (1.2 miles)
Family of Christ Assembly of God (2.5 miles)
Jerabek, Todd R (3.4 miles)
St Peter's Pella Opening (3.4 miles)
Transportation
Truck City Taxi (0.7 miles)
Clintonville Airport (1.8 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (1.9 miles)
Bus Stop (10.8 miles)
Tim's Taxidermy (11.7 miles)
Shawano City Cab (12.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Erickson Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Shopko Shawano (11.4 miles)
Dreier Pharmacy (12.5 miles)
Walgreens (12.7 miles)
Parks
Pickerel Point Memorial Park (0.8 miles)
Clintonville Park & Recreation (0.9 miles)
Sturgeon Park (11.8 miles)
Diamonds By The Tank (11.9 miles)
Heritage Park (12.7 miles)
Restaurants
Cindy B's (0.9 miles)
Culver's (1.1 miles)
A&W Restaurant (1.6 miles)
Riverside Tavern (2.9 miles)
Cruise-In (6.9 miles)
Grumpys (6.9 miles)
Pigeon River Brewing Co. (7.3 miles)
Cafes
Living Room Coffee Shop (1 miles)
Physicians
Gilling Dental (7.4 miles)
Thedacare Orthopedics Plus - Joshua K Modder MD (11.4 miles)
Theda Care Physicians (11.4 miles)
Forefront Dermatology Shawano, WI (11.4 miles)
Modder, Joshua Dr-Wisconsin Institute of Urology (11.4 miles)
Forefront Dermatology Shawano (11.4 miles)
Dermatology Associates (11.8 miles)
Hospitals
Thedacare Ambulatory Surgery Center-Shawano (11.4 miles)
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