Canticle Court sits at 3201 S. Lake Drive in St. Francis, Wisconsin, right on the historic grounds of the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, and for folks looking for senior living, it's got a lot of things people want when they're older, like 48 senior apartments in a quiet setting with green spaces, mature trees, and walking paths for anyone who likes to get fresh air or just be near some peace and quiet. The apartments are spacious, with efficiency and one-bedroom options, and they get plenty of natural light, plus they've got features like ranges, refrigerators, and garbage disposals, and there's heat and electric included, so that keeps things easy. People who use wheelchairs or walkers can get around fine since the design has wider doorways and lever handles, and there's elevators in all the buildings so stairs aren't an issue. They keep things pretty secure with locked lobbies and a telephone intercom for building entry.
They call Canticle Court an independent living community, but they've got lots of added support if you need it, like assisted living and Alzheimer's care, and respite care if someone only needs a short stay, plus supportive living options which means you can stay longer even if your needs change. Sometimes people need help dealing with government programs or finding other kinds of help, and there's assistance for that. The place is maintenance-free, so you don't need to worry about fixing things, and there are coin-operated laundry rooms right on site. People can have pets, which is nice for a lot of folks. There's also a hair salon, a fitness center, indoor and outdoor social spaces, and a small library where people can meet up or just sit for a while.
For health and safety, medical alert pendants come with the apartments, and there are transportation services if anyone needs to get to a doctor or run errands, and the location is close to public bus routes and highways, and things like the Layton Avenue Dermatology Clinic and Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center are nearby, along with at least three hospitals and 14 pharmacies, so help isn't far away if you need it. Everyday life is made a bit easier too, with parks like South Shore Park, Paliafito Park, and several others close by, and there are plenty of places to eat-about 29 restaurants in the area-as well as pharmacies, doctors, and coffee shops like Starbucks and Colectivo Coffee if you want to get out and about. Canticle Court offers activities and amenities that are meant for an active retirement, and there's support for anyone 62 years or older or people with disabilities, including affordable housing options through HUD and income restricted apartments set aside by WHEDA. The community stays smoke-free, and everyone gets the same housing opportunity, no matter their background, since Canticle Court follows all the federal rules on fair housing. The environment feels caring, the architecture is modern, and anyone who wants a peaceful, maintenance-free life with a bit of help nearby can find it there, especially if they're looking for a place with both independence and support as needed.
