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The cost of independent living in Appleton is about $3,465 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 73 options. Read 371 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Grand Horizons is located in a peaceful suburb in the city of Appleton. We are a family-run assisted living home that prides itself on personal care and its professional staff. Residents will enjoy their choice of a single or double room equipped with a private bathroom. Each bathroom features...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
KindredHearts is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living in a small, personalized home setting and an integrated approach to health care. Community is integral to the success of KindredHearts. It exists not only within the walls of our assisted...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Golden Venture Apartments are senior housing community located in the peaceful area of Kaukauna, Outagamie and Calumet counties, Wisconsin. The tranquil senior housing complex rests along the scenic Fox River, providing plenty of chances to view wildlife and nature through the changing...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They just installed new carpets in all the apartments. They are now in the process of installing new appliances and cupboards. They just built a new gazebo overlooking the water. This is in an industrial...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Round House Manor is a 46 apartment Independent Living Senior Community located on the beautiful Fox River in the heart of Kaukauna, WI. We are within walking distance of the downtown area which includes many retail shops, restaurants, and a pharmacy. The name Round House Manor was selected...
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When I came to visit {name removed} made me feel like this is the place to settle in. It is building up in this area.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Living Tree Estates is a lovely, single level home nestled on 7 acres of beautiful, peaceful countryside in Greenville, Wisconsin.  Living Tree Estates offers a clean, home-like atmosphere with walking paths, flower and vegetable gardens and abundant wildlife on the...
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The Assisi Homes of Neenah was the best choice we could have made, thanks to A Place For Mom, we were able to find the perfect place for my loved one. The community is maintained very well, the outside is...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Assisi Homes of Neenah is a senior apartments in Neenah, Wisconsin in Winnebago County. Assisi Homes prides itself on it's outward appearance and high end landscaping that is pleasing to the eye. Patios with tables and chairs and grilling equipment are available for resident's enjoyment. Also...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Valley VNA Senior Services helps seniors and their families make the best choices for living. In fact, we've been serving people like you in our community for nearly 100 years.As an independent, non-profit community organization, Valley VNA Senior Services helps seniors in three important...

Cost of independent living in Appleton, WI

The average cost of senior living in Appleton is $3,465 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winneconne, WI with an average of $3,310 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Appleton, WI vs. nearby cities

Appleton, WI
$3,465/mo
$3,491/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Appleton, WI vs. the state and national average

Appleton, WI
$3,465/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Appleton vs. other types of senior living

$4,311/mo
Independent Living
$3,465/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Appleton, WI by room type

Semi-Private
$5,300/mo
Studio
$5,317/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,551/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,077/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Appleton

Recent reviews for independent living in Appleton

Marla Vista Assisted Living and Memory Care in Green Bay, WI

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful with any questions. They are great with my loved one and he can be difficult at times. They call me if anything happens. The place is always clean. They do the laundry. The move in went as well as one could expect. It is hard for them and hard for me. They ...
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Oak Park Place Menasha

5.0
Oak Park Place Menasha has been a great place for my mom. Mom is in the Memory Care area and they really do a nice job. I’d like to specifically call out the Activities staff, they really keep everyone involved, mom really enjoys it there. The facility is very nice, I would highly recommend it ...
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Berkshire Ashwaubenon Apartments

4.4
Apartment room location in the building is based on income level. Lots of paperwork to be completed to be approved for an apartment. Takes time, be patient!

Appleton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Appleton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Appleton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Appleton independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Appleton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Appleton, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
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6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Appleton independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Appleton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Appleton, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Appleton independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Appleton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Appleton, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
28.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.9%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.4%
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Bellevue Senior Living, Landings of Kaukauna and Dimensions Living Appleton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Appleton, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 73 independent living facilities near Appleton, Wisconsin. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Appleton, Wisconsin are Bellevue Senior Living and Landings of Kaukauna. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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