Villa Ciera Senior Apartments

Villa Ciera Senior Apartments sits in Kenosha, Wisconsin, at 1940 27th Ave, real close to Lake Michigan's harbor and a short drive to Petrifying Springs Park, so you've got plenty of chances to get out and enjoy the fresh air year-round, and it's nestled in Lou DeMarco Village, just about five minutes from downtown Kenosha. The building stands three stories tall with elevators for easy access, and the community welcomes seniors who are 62 and older, though there are some options and programs for people starting at 55, and it's meant for those who want independent senior living, with some assisted living and memory care offered, too. Housing includes roomy one- and two-bedroom apartments, some with walk-in closets and private outdoor patios or balconies, individually controlled heat and air conditioning, and the usual home features like kitchen space, and you'll find furnished apartments if you want them, but there may be an extra fee for that.

There's a smoke-free policy in all the building and grounds, controlled access doors for security, 24-hour emergency maintenance if anything breaks, and a professional resident manager stays on-site, keeping an eye out and helping things run smoothly. Residents get assigned parking, with underground garage spots available for a monthly fee, plus plenty of outdoor parking for everyone else who needs it. Coin-operated laundry rooms make doing chores easy, and mailboxes are inside so you don't have to go out in the cold or rain to get your mail. Apartments come with wired internet access, and if you're looking to keep busy, Villa Ciera has a good-sized list of activities-there are recreational, educational, and social events like games, coffee hours, music events, potlucks, fitness sessions, as well as programs to keep minds sharp and bodies moving. The community room and kitchen host many of these activities, and there's also a business center with internet access, a lounge, library, and fitness room, plus some pleasant indoor and outdoor shared areas where you can visit with friends or get some fresh air.

Pets are allowed, but they limit that to cats who are at least one year old, and you'll need to have them spayed or neutered. Meals are another part of life here, with chefs and planners putting effort into using good ingredients and keeping the food tasty and nutritious, and there's medication management offered along with some help with daily routines like bathing and dressing for those who need it. There's staff around to help with chores, and the idea is to keep living as simple and hassle-free as possible. Villa Ciera is described as a warm, neighborhood-like place, with friendly staff who are helpful and show plenty of kindness, and residents are encouraged to join in social and enrichment activities so folks don't feel isolated.

Renters need to show they earn at least three times the rent before taxes, sign a 12-month lease, and pay a security deposit that's equal to half a month's rent, with a $25 application fee per applicant. Utilities like heat, water, and municipal services are included, and all apartments have individually controlled heating and cooling. With scheduled tours, you can walk through the building, meet the staff and current residents, and see for yourself what life is like at Villa Ciera Senior Apartments.