North of Lake Winnebago, Appleton overlooks the Fox River in Western Wisconsin. The region supports the needs of elderly individuals by hosting 106 assisted living facilities. The 2024...
Keep reading to find out more about assisted living in Appleton. This guide features 415 reviews reviews of senior living communities across the area, which collectively earn a 4.0 out of 5 stars star rating.
1130 N Westfield St, Oshkosh, WI 54902
4.7
(4 reviews)
My husband and I visited Evergreen's independent living a few weeks ago and liked it quite well. I thought it was nice, and it seemed like a lot was going on all the time. We saw one apartment. We wanted a 2-bedroom, and we liked how they just finish...
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N1916 Greenville Drive, Greenville, WI 54942
4.7
(8 reviews)
My husband has already moved into Living Tree Estates. It's been very good so far. He's only been there for a couple of weeks. The staff is very friendly, very skilled, open, and informative. His room is quite large, very clean, and very adequate. Th...
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1750 Irish Road, Neenah, WI 54956
4.6
(3 reviews)
Care Partners Assisted Living in Fox Crossing - Neenah is amazing. Everybody's so friendly. Brenda is the director there. She is amazing, too. My mom was not thrilled to go, but she's made friends and goes to every meal where they meet. She's got a b...
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825 Cobblestone Lane, Kimberly, WI 54136
4.6
(32 reviews)
We visited Aspire Senior Living. They're friendly and I love the place. The staff member was awesome. They showed us everything and showed us all around. We saw all their amenities and they explained the meal plans that they have there and all the en...
$2,290
1130 N Westfield St, Oshkosh, WI 54902
4.5
(9 reviews)
My mother has been moved into a nursing home at Evergreen. What I really liked about it is the staff. They have been just wonderful. I can't go in, and I can only see my mom through the window. She's in isolation right now, so I have not been in her ...
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130 Byrd Ave, Neenah, WI 54956
4.5
(2 reviews)
My mother-in-law has moved into Emerald Ridge. The reason I chose this place is because her room is a one-bedroom apartment, and she wouldn't have to move if she got more sicker over time. They will upgrade the services for her. It is very homey. The...
$3,200
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3851 Jackson St, Oshkosh, WI 54901
4.5
(2 reviews)
My dad has moved into The Courtyard at Oshkosh. It's very nice, and the whole staff is extremely nice, too. It has been wonderful, and I don't have anything bad to say about it. His room is a decent size. There has not been as much activity with the ...
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900 Meadow Lane, Neenah, WI 54956
4.5
(2 reviews)
My mom has lived at American Grand Assisted Living for the past six years. Staff are very caring and kind. They are also prompt one Mom uses her call light. This facility is also very pretty very modern decor. It’s always clean and smells great and ...
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820 Schelfhout Lane, Kimberly, WI 54136
4.5
(2 reviews)
We toured Frontida of Kimberly Assisted Living and Memory Care. All of the workers were very open and caring. There were two separate facilities that they designated. Memory care was very well thought out and planned. They had a lot of activities to ...
$5,350
215 North Westfield Street, Oshkosh, WI 54902
4.5
(2 reviews)
Gabriel's Villa is close to my home that's why we chose it for my mom. It was the right size as far as the number of residents. They had about 49 residents. It has an excellent reputation in the community. My mother has memory issues and I felt t...
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1463 Kenwood Dr, Menasha, WI 54952
4.4
(10 reviews)
What an amazing place m, the second I walked in I felt maybe a bit overwhelmed. But the director was so helpful and mad me and and family feel at ease. They are all very thoughtful and detailed orientated, it’s clear to see that they respect there jo...
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2790 Elm Tree Hill, Howard, WI 54313
4.4
(10 reviews)
New Perspective | Howard was absolutely beautiful. When I drove up to that, it felt like a resort. It did not feel like a nursing home/assisted living facility at all. It was gorgeous. The rooms were beautiful. Absolutely. Everything was so clean. I'...
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1018 W Murdock Ave, Oshkosh, WI 54901
4.3
(3 reviews)
My grandparents were residents up until their passing. After being in a traditional nursing home with mediocre care my family decided to move them to Century Oaks and couldn't have been more pleased. They had dementia and just didn't get enough sti...
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1031 Anderson Dr, Green Bay, WI 54304
4.3
(3 reviews)
The rooms are very clean and the staff makes the residents feel wanted and appreciated. Residents can also take advantage of all of the great activities in the assisted living building....
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1880 Scheuring Road, De Pere, WI 54115
4.3
(3 reviews)
My parents have moved into Sage Meadow of De Pere Assisted Living and Memory Care. It's a very caring, clean, and an excellent community. They have friendly staff. The food is excellent. They have bingo, exercise, and therapies (physical and occupati...
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107 East Beckert Road, New London, WI 54961
4.2
(4 reviews)
We found my mom a place, and we got her into St. Joseph Residence. They proved to be a much better fit for us. They pay more attention to details. There's better communication among the staff. The food is good. People were sitting around playing card...
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131 E. North Water Street, Neenah, WI 54956
4.2
(9 reviews)
We are leaning towards New Perspective Island Shores for my mom. It looked awesome and was everything that I could have expected. They have beautiful rooms, a beautiful cafeteria, and a kitchen. You can order food throughout the day. It's top-notch. ...
$2,700
316 E. Fourteenth St, Kaukauna, WI 54130
4.1
(11 reviews)
My uncle is at St. Paul Elder Services. For the most part, it's been very good. The only thing is that once we finally got him set up to go in there, it was a little difficult to get a hold of people, and to get phone calls back. Other than that, his...
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990 West American Drive, Neenah, WI 54956
4.1
(8 reviews)
This facility is AMAZING! My mother had a rather short stay…she passed away within a week. She was determined to be able to go home. The rooms are very nice and spacious. We were able to bring in her own dresser, reclining lift chair, end table and l...
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2501 HARRISON ST, Oshkosh, WI 54901
4.0
(1 reviews)
Summit House assisted living facility was one of the places we visited while in Wisconsin looking at facilities for our uncle. The grounds were beautifully landscaped. The tree-lined walkways looked peaceful and easy to navigate. The lovely exterior...
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Assisted Living
Mary
4.0
Review of Eagle Point Senior Living
Eagle Point Senior Living was a beautiful facility. It was gorgeous. You can't beat the views and the quality of workmanship that was done on the building. It's right on the river and there are...
Assisted Living
Mary
1.0
Review of Apple Creek Place I
The rooms are adequate. The food is awful. There are no activities. There are no housekeepers. I couldn't get help with anything. They constantly messed up my medications and towards the end of my...
Assisted Living
Phyllis Millious
5.0
Review of Dimensions Living Appleton
The rooms are plenty spacious. The food has a very good selection for those looking for variety. The staff were overall, so good with my Dad. He had his 10 favorites, each one giving him special...
As reported in Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, typical costs in Appleton sit around $5,830, which is costlier than both the state and national medians. Green Bay proves less expensive, costing $5,200 per month. However, many cities have higher rates, including Madison, where costs run about $140 higher than in Appleton. Additionally, facilities in Milwaukee assess an even greater fee of $6,183.
Appleton
$5,830
Wisconsin
$5,500
United States
$5,350
Green Bay
$5,200
Milwaukee
$6,183
Madison
$5,973
Racine
$6,100
According to data reported by Genworth Financial’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living care in Appleton costs an average of $5,138 per month. This is several hundred dollars more expensive than the Wisconsin average of $4,600 and the national median of $4,500.
Appleton seniors who are frail and low-income may be able to receive help paying for services received in assisted living through the Family Care and Personal Care programs, although the services covered are limited.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.
Costs vary between different types of senior care in Appleton. Assisted living positions itself as the most affordable care type at $5,830. In nursing homes, costs nearly double, reaching a monthly total of $11,482 for semi-private accommodations. Home health care proves more expensive still at $12,679, but it does afford seniors the ability to receive medical services at home.
Home Health Care
$12,679
Assisted Living Facility
$5,830
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,482
There are plenty of free resources for assisted-living bound seniors in Appleton. Below are some resources for seniors looking into assisted living as well as resources for those who are already there, those who want to get around town or join a social club, and even for those in need of durable medical equipment.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging and Disability Resource Center of Calumet, Outagamie, and Waupaca Counties | (920) 832-5178 | This ADRC is an information hub tasked with helping Appleton's older adults access help regarding assisted living and other types of long-term care. In addition to employing elder benefits specialists who can help seniors navigate issues with Social Security and similar programs, the ADRC offers health and wellness classes for older adults. |
| Make The Ride Happen | (920) 225-1719 | This nonprofit organization helps Appleton seniors get around the Fox Valley area by connecting them with existing public transportation lines and volunteer drivers. It also helps older adults apply for reduced bus fare. Per-ride donations are encouraged but not required. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 815-0015 | The Long-Term Care ombudsman operates as part of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and is responsible for investigating complaints against assisted living communities. These may include physical, mental or financial abuse, breaches of privacy and denial of services. The ombudsman can also provide advice regarding establishing powers of attorney and finding financial support for assisted living. |
| Thompson Center on Lourdes | (920) 939-3088 | This local nonprofit senior center works to create social outlets and educational opportunities for Appleton adults aged 50 and over. It hosts billiards, cribbage and pickleball games as well as technology classes and informational sessions on health topics. It also houses the regional location of the state of Wisconsin's Office for the Blind and Visually Impaired, which offers adaptive equipment, rehabilitation services and legal resources for people with vision issues. |
| Larsen-Winchester Lions Club Medical Equipment Loan Locker | (920) 427-3244 | Located in Larsen, about 20 minutes southwest of Appleton's city center, this Lions Club loan locker allows Outagamie County residents to check out medical equipment at no cost. Equipment includes bed pans, crutches, wheelchairs, blood pressure monitors and more. All equipment must be picked up on-site; no delivery option is available. |
South Milwaukee-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set Appleton Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.
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