Park Glen Apartments is a senior community on Madison's East Side for folks who are 55 and older, and the place is called affordable because it uses the Low Income Housing Tax Credit to keep rents down for people with lower incomes-right now, a one-person household has to stay under $54,540 a year, and for two it's $62,340. These are apartments where you'll find both one- and two-bedroom units, and even a one-bedroom-with-den option, with floor plans that include private baths, full-size washers and dryers, dishwashers, and some have private balconies or patios if you like fresh air. People can choose from layouts with either one or two baths, and every unit's got heat, water, and hot water included in the rent, but you pay your own electric. The apartments have controlled access, underground heated parking, off-street parking, and if you have a pet, there's the chance to bring them along, because pets are considered, though always check the latest policy.
This place says it's built for independent seniors, but it also can support those who need help with daily living, like getting dressed, bathing, taking medicine, or even getting a meal, and there are care types like assisted living, memory care, respite, and even hospice, for those times when you need more help. For meals, you'll find some options provided, and indoor spaces are no-smoking, so folks don't have to worry about smoke in the halls or their rooms.
What makes Park Glen different from some other places is the big balcony space they've got, and the apartments themselves are said to have spacious floor plans and well-laid out kitchens, so you can cook if you want, or join others for catered dinners, potlucks, or parties that happen pretty often. There are social activities, such as casino trips, lunch outings, games, and holiday gatherings, and staff put effort into helping residents stay independent and social, with extra support only when it's needed. There's beauty and barber services, devotional gatherings, and activities both onsite and off, so everyone gets a chance to get out and about, or just enjoy the landscaped grounds. Both men and women can live here, depending on the policies for each unit, and some people say they enjoy the community feel and the way everyone looks out for each other while still having their own apartment.
Amenities also include wheelchair accessible showers, complimentary transportation, garage parking, laundry included in rent, and the place is committed to Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity standards. The community's got a luxury look but sticks to its promise of being affordable, and people seem to appreciate the balance of independence, support, and social life they get at Park Glen Apartments. The website that's usually connected to Park Glen has some restricted access or security rules, so online information might be limited, but the focus here is on comfort, ease, and living well as you age in place.
