Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home, and memory care services for adults 55 and older, and you'll find a two-story building at 5715 N Meade St that's surrounded by quiet walking paths, patios, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels like an extended family for many, and they've made sure there's a mix of spacious apartments and luxurious townhome villas, with sound-proof walls and concrete floors for peace and quiet, and you can pick from one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and even studio options ranging from 548 to 856 square feet, with the larger villas providing two bedrooms, two baths, and an attached garage, and each home has washer and dryer hookups if you want them. People who live in Primrose enjoy maintenance-free living since staff take care of chores like lawn mowing, repairs, and housekeeping, and meals are made from scratch every day by a Certified Executive Chef, Scott Finley, who leads the kitchen at Hilltop Farms, and there's a dining room for regular shared meals, plus a bistro that gives another spot to visit with neighbors. The building has community features like a billiards room, game and activity rooms, a TV lounge with fireplace, a library, a chapel, a pub, and a computer lounge, plus there's a beauty salon and barbershop so everyone can keep up with grooming without leaving the grounds. Residents can take part in arts and crafts, fitness classes, social activities, and health and wellness programs, and staff keep a wellness calendar with scheduled events. Primrose is pet-friendly, and outdoor patios let you relax with your animals or stroll around.
Staff work 24/7, including nurses who can help with daily needs and address medical needs right on site, offering personal care like bathing, grooming, dressing, medication management, wound care, therapy, and even occupational and podiatry care, and there's specialized support for diabetic and non-ambulatory residents as well as those needing incontinence care. Independent living options are meant for adults who don't need assistance but want community and peace of mind, and people who need more help can move into the assisted living apartments, which have privacy, safety features, and are located close to key areas like dining, salons, and activity centers, and families can also choose the Silver Lace Memory Care community for residents living with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia, and this area provides a specialized, supportive setup with its own programs, a memory care support group, plenty of emotional and physical attention, and both a memory care calendar and a focus on individualized plans. Medical services, therapy (on-site and through telehealth), and respite care are available, and you'll find a strong staff team working hard every day. The community takes long-term care insurance, aims for a care-free lifestyle, and allows a move through different levels of care as health needs change, and special features like an emergency response system, fire sprinkler system, WiFi, cable TV, and handicap-accessible rooms help make life easier. Residents can use scheduled transportation for shopping, outings, or appointments. Unique programs like Primrose Life Enrichment and the Primrose Artisan Dining Signature Program invite engagement and variety, and the philosophy of "This is Living!" shapes daily life and activities at Primrose, where staff focus on personal connection, happiness, and well-being, all while keeping things as simple and supportive as possible.
