Cranberry Court Assisted Living in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, is a single-story community that's been serving seniors since 2001, and the place has full accessibility features like wheelchair accessible showers, full tubs, and wide entrances, which is helpful for folks with mobility needs, and you see, everything from the hallways to the dining rooms stays easy to get around whether you use a walker or a wheelchair, and they've got safety features including a 24-hour call system and staff around the clock so someone's there if you need help, plus staff help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management, and they really do try to create personalized care plans that listen to each resident's needs as those needs change over time, and, well, if you need more help later on, they let you stay and add the care you need, like non-ambulatory care, dementia support under a waiver, hospice care, respite care for short-term stays, and medication management, all in an environment where folks are treated with dignity.
They've put a focus on activity programs that help people stay active and encourage independence, and you'll find a full schedule every week with activities, social events, devotional services both onsite and offsite, entertainment, and educational programs, which is nice if you want to keep your mind and body moving, and there are specialized activities like sensory-based programming-sometimes called snoezelen-plus reminiscence therapy, which can help with memory issues and give folks a chance to share their stories, and there are scenic walking paths and resident-tended gardens for those who like to spend time outdoors, along with raised gardening beds.
In the building, there's a restaurant-style dining area, a TV lounge with free satellite TV, a library, a piano and organ, fireplaces in the common areas, a beauty and barber salon with an onsite beautician, an outside patio garden, and Wi-Fi throughout so you can stay connected, and the staff is always present during transportation services, offering transportation both complimentary and at cost depending on what you need, with parking if you have your own car.
Housekeeping and laundry get taken care of, so you don't have to worry about keeping up with chores, and the community allows seniors over 55, focusing on creating a supportive, family-style home where everyone can downsize and find more time for activities and time with friends, and they make an effort to foster connection with neighbors and families, encouraging laughter and making memories together, and there's a calm, warm environment throughout the facility.
Healthcare is coordinated by a small team-since the company has 2-10 employees-so the care remains consistent and personal, aiming to balance independence with support, and the community uses a resident-centered approach so if someone needs a change in medical support, services can adapt with them.
Cranberry Court sits close to shopping, restaurants, and medical offices, which makes running errands or getting appointments done easier for folks who like to get out now and then, and with a community score of 8.6 from Seniorly, many find it a good place for assisted living, memory care, and even short stays if needed, all while living in a home-like setting that supports comfort and independence as people age.
