Matthews Of Horicon sits in a quiet neighborhood at 713 Horicon Street in Horicon, Wisconsin, and is part of the Matthews Senior Living communities, and this place tries to feel like home right from the start, where you'll notice they have a house cat named "Winnie" who wanders the halls and seems to like meeting new people, and the community itself offers both studio and one-bedroom apartments, which come fully furnished for those who'd rather not bring their own things, with private and shared room options and even pet-friendly units if a resident wants to keep their companion by their side. Residents can get help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and moving from a bed into a wheelchair, and every room has an emergency call system, so someone can always get help 24/7, since staff is always on-site, and the administrator often works directly with staff and enjoys visiting with residents and families.
People who live here will get meals provided, with options for special diets including allergy-sensitive and diabetes-friendly food, which takes away the headache of cooking or planning for every meal, and there are laundry and housekeeping services so residents don't have to worry about chores piling up, and someone can help set up a new room or move personal items if that's needed. Matthews Of Horicon supports people with medication management, blood sugar checks, including help with insulin, and has care for both assisted living and memory care, catering to individuals with Alzheimer's or other dementias, and there's always coordination with local healthcare providers as well.
There are plenty of chances to make friends and get involved, whether it's through organized activities-like movie nights, arts and crafts, walking paths out in the garden, or joining in on community or resident-run programs-plus indoor and outdoor common spaces where folks gather and talk or play games, and there's a lounge, a dining room with all-day restaurant-style service, an arts room, and even a beautician onsite, so seniors who like to keep up with haircuts find that easy enough. For spiritual needs, the community has devotional services held both onsite and offsite and sits near a local church, while transportation services mean residents can get to appointments or trips outside the community if they need to.
The staff is well trained, friendly, and available day and night, always ready to help with whatever a resident might need, and everyone tries to treat each person here like family, aiming for a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels comforting and lets people live as independently as possible. The apartments are described as comfortable and roomy, and while the place isn't overly large, with about 30 beds and three different kinds of studio layouts, there's plenty of space for quiet time or getting together with neighbors. Matthews Of Horicon also offers short-term respite stays for those who need help for only a little while, and there's even home care available, where aides help seniors outside the main community with daily support and companionship. All in all, someone who wants to keep their independence-but still needs daily help and likes a spot where people genuinely care-might find this community's blend of care, activities, and a homey environment just what they've been looking for, with opportunities to get a tour, meet staff like the administrator and caregivers, and see whether life here feels like a good fit.