High Ridge Manor sits in New Berlin, WI, offering a senior living community with different care levels like independent living, assisted living, memory care, and home care, so seniors can find the help they need without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. The place has cooking facilities and kitchens or kitchenettes for those who still like to cook on their own, but there are also nutritious meals made with good ingredients for everyone, which is handy if making dinner starts feeling like a chore, and you can always eat together in the dining room. The building's designed with safety in mind, having things like sprinkler systems, fire alarms, smoke detectors, and elevators so getting around's never too complicated, even for those with mobility concerns, and there are accessible units, washers and dryers on-site, and walk-in showers. High Ridge Manor's got activities going most days-social events, arts and crafts, wellness programs, and games that help keep bodies and minds active, with a game room, a fitness center, salon and barbershop, wifi, and guest parking on the property so family and friends can visit without trouble.
For seniors dealing with memory issues like Alzheimer's or dementia, the staff keeps daily routines structured to help limit confusion, and there's specific support to stop wandering, which brings peace for families. Folks seem to mention the staff's well-known for being helpful and kind, creating a friendly environment where people feel less alone. Maintenance and housekeeping help keep things tidy, and service coordination is available, so getting help or finding resources doesn't fall through the cracks. There's long-term care insurance accepted here, and for those who need extra help, personal care assistants are on staff, along with support for laundry and getting around in a wheelchair. Pets are allowed here, with some restrictions, which is nice for animal lovers who can't imagine living without their companions.
High Ridge Manor focuses on those aged 62 and older, with some apartments set aside specifically for low-income seniors through HUD programs, including Section 202 and Section 8 (202), which often means paying about 30% of monthly income for rent, or a set community-wide rent if not using income-based assistance. Gas, water, sewer, and trash are all included in the rent, while electric bills get a utility allowance. If you do want to move in, the process is pretty standard, needing paperwork like photo ID, Social Security card, proof of income, credit references, and sometimes a bank statement, with guidelines that make sure the place remains fair and open to all eligible seniors, following the Fair Housing Act and Wisconsin law. Lutheran Social Services manages the property, working in partnership with other organizations like the Sisters of the Divine Savior, who bring more than a century of experience helping seniors, and they're pretty well known for looking out for older adults, refugees, and vulnerable families.
The community offers a smoke-free environment, both in shared spaces and residences, and it connects residents with health and wellness programs, education, arts, and spiritual support if needed, also letting people take part in affordable housing and community empowerment efforts if they want-a rare find for folks interested in being part of something larger. High Ridge Manor also has partnerships with hundreds of congregations, which helps bring more people together for activities and social engagement, all while professional property managers and an on-site office staff keep things running smoothly. For those looking for active or independent living, there are senior apartments laid out with bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms, dining areas, full bathrooms, and good-sized closets, so things don't feel cramped and you can keep a sense of privacy. Hadley Terrace Apartments is also part of the community, with 60 units designated for supportive senior housing, focusing on those 62 and up. The location is close to hospitals, doctors, dining, and entertainment, so getting out for an appointment or to meet friends is straightforward, and like most good places, applications are handled fairly, with clear rules about income and age. High Ridge Manor isn't the fanciest or flashiest place, but it offers a solid, safe, and supportive home for seniors, especially those who want to keep some independence while having help nearby if they need it.
