Appleton Area Health Services, sometimes called Apple Ridge, gives seniors a place to live that's meant to be comfortable, safe, and easy to manage, and you'll notice right away the farm-view setting makes things feel peaceful. The community has several care levels, from independent living with little help needed, to full assisted living and skilled nursing care for folks who require a lot of medical attention after an illness or surgery, and they even offer memory care for those living with Alzheimer's or dementia, which means there's always 24-hour support and special programs to help with memory. People can choose how much support they want-lots of tenants pick independent living so they get their own kitchen with a fridge and electric stove, their own temperature controls, and a choice of floor plans and walk-in closets, but there's always help if needed, like daily living assistance, help with medications, and even help bathing or getting dressed for those who need it.
The community is staffed by trained professionals at all times, with a Registered Nurse doing regular check-ins during the week and on call all day and night just in case, and they've got a full systems of emergency calls that connect direct to Appleton Area Health, so folks won't need to worry about getting help in a hurry. There's plenty to keep busy with, too, since they plan lots of activities like baking, exercise, bingo, entertainment, shopping trips, happy hours, church services, and more, plus they've got a chapel, a fireside lounge, a craft room, and a library right in the building. Seniors can make use of guest rooms, laundry facilities on each floor, inter-campus transportation, underground heated parking, and even get around town on the city bus, and when it comes to meals, they serve three every day plus afternoon snacks and coffee.
Amenities focus on comfort and safety, with a building security system running 24 hours, elevator service, spacious rooms, and services like housekeeping and personal care so maintenance isn't a burden. Payment options cover private pay, Long Term Care Insurance, Elderly Waiver, and approval for Group Residential Housing, and everything is provided under an Assisted Living License from the Minnesota Department of Health. They help with health needs from primary and urgent care to rehabilitation and wound care, and they run clinics and programs under names like Madison Healthcare Services, Johnson Memorial Home Care, and Sonshine Home Health Care, so no matter what kind of care or support someone needs, there's a good chance Appleton Area Health Services has something ready.
