Autumn Village Assisted Living at 915 Elm Ave. East in Menomonie, Wisconsin, stands out because folks can choose from one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments, plus larger family homes, and everything is easy to get around in with wide elevators and doorways for wheelchairs. The place goes by the care philosophy that each person gets the right level of personal care, and there's specialized support, with help for people needing memory care under the Menomonie Memory Care program, which is built for folks living with dementia and needing a safe, steady place where wandering is less likely. There's a big focus on making life engaging and social, so residents find daily activities like outings, arts, movie nights, and gatherings where neighbors actually get to know each other, plus a chapel with weekly services, a salon for regular visits from a beautician, laundry and housekeeping staff, a garden, walking paths, lounges with comfortable chairs, and a whirlpool spa room, which seems to help with relaxing after a long day or easing sore muscles in a quiet setting.
The meals are pretty well planned, three homecooked ones a day, using organic foods and keeping in mind special diets like for folks with diabetes or allergies, so no one has to fuss over food prep, and the dining area lets in natural light. Residents get personal, respectful help with bathing, dressing, and medication if they need it, and there's a registered nurse on site plus aids around the clock with a 24-hour call system for quick help if anyone needs assistance, especially for people who live alone or have trouble moving around on their own. For transportation, staff help get folks to doctor visits or grocery stores if they need a ride, and there are options for people who want to keep some independence but still benefit from a community and its many supports. The place offers housekeeping, linen services, and emergency alert systems in every living space, plus things that make life more comfortable like air-conditioning, internet, cable, Wi-Fi, kitchenettes, and a phone in every room. There's home care too, for folks who want to stay in their apartments but need occasional non-medical help and company.
The building is a certified RCAC (Reservation Contract Assisted Living Care) that's part of the not-for-profit American Lutheran Communities and has a long history, serving seniors and adults with disabilities for over seventy years, keeping a Christian feel and hometown touch while also having skilled staff for extra medical care, including for those who need help with incontinence, mobility, diabetes, or post-hospital rehab. There's recognition for how friendly and supportive staff can be, and for activities that help people stay sharp, active, and feel less alone. The facility feels safe and secure, good for people who want to come and go in their own time, and the place has peaceful outdoor spots next to Wakanda Park. The general atmosphere is kind, and the building has a neighborhood feeling, with shared spaces like lounges, dining rooms, recreation rooms, arts rooms, and a garden, all meant to let older people live how they choose, whether they're mostly independent or need more daily care. With thirty-two apartments and help available for nearly anything someone might need, Autumn Village Assisted Living offers a variety of ways for seniors to keep living life on their terms but without all the worry about day-to-day chores, meals, or medical needs, and folks there can still see friends, family, and neighbors on a daily basis just like they always have.
