Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care under one roof, allowing residents to transition between levels of support without leaving the campus. The community accepts individuals who wander or elope, need oxygen, live with diabetes managed by oral medication, injections, or sliding-scale insulin, and those who may become combative. It is equipped to manage moderate dementia conditions, providing structured Memory Care programming and environmental safeguards designed for safety and orientation.
Daily clinical oversight is strengthened by an RN or LPN on staff, a nurse on call around the clock, and an awake night shift. Residents who are at risk of wandering are protected through a wander guard system and personal emergency response pendants that alert staff. On-site podiatry services and a therapy room reduce the need for outside appointments. Full-assistance help with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting is available, and staff can support transfers involving walkers, wheelchairs, or simple standby supervision.
Apartment choices include options with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, individual temperature controls, cable hookups, and the ability to paint or decorate. Weekly housekeeping and scheduled laundry services are provided, though not every unit contains every listed feature, so families should verify availability during a tour.
Meals follow a set menu with alternate selections and diet modifications that cover mechanical chopped, puréed, and thickened-liquid diets. Snacks are available throughout the day, and staff monitor food intake for residents who need assistance or have medical nutrition orders.
Residents have access to on-site parking, designated outdoor smoking areas, pet-friendly policies, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, a barber/beauty shop, exercise room, movie room, internet access, communal gardens, a library, and regular religious services. Scheduled transportation is provided for appointments and errands. It's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.