Birchwood Highlands Apartments 55+

Birchwood Highlands Apartments 55+ sits in Rothschild, Wisconsin, right near Ascension Saint Clare's Hospital and with quick access to Wisconsin State Route 29, which makes getting around easy for appointments or errands, and you can also zip over to nearby Weston for even more stores, parks, and spots to eat or grab what you need. This place is made for older adults who want to live on their own but still want some social life and extra support for peace of mind, and only people aged 55 and older are allowed to move in. The building offers both one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, all with fully furnished kitchens, private balconies, and gas forced-air heat with central air conditioning, and there are elevators and locked entrances with intercoms to keep things safe and easy for everyone who can't do stairs. There's a mix of regular-priced and moderate-income apartments under the WHEDA Section 42 Rental Tax Credit Program, making it possible for many different people to live here. Residents can bring cats and dogs, though there are some restrictions on pets, and if you want a pet-free area, that's available too. Birchwood Highlands has a hair salon and a movie theater right inside, plus a fireside community room for gatherings, a Four Seasons room, an outdoor patio, and a "man cave," which is a spot where folks can relax or watch a game together, and there's a game or multipurpose room too for cards, puzzles, or just hanging out. Some people like to spend time in the fitness center, billiards room, or library and computer center, and the building's walking trails and nearby parks give plenty of options to stay active or get some fresh air. Residents can be pretty independent here but they can still get help finding services for long-term care, caregiving, or insurance advice if needed. There's a focus on keeping things secure and private, and staff take steps to protect residents online as well as in the building. Birchwood Highlands aims to create a friendly, social place where folks over 55 can live as active or as quiet a life as they want, and most people say they're pretty happy with the place, with reviews giving it a 4.3 rating out of 19 responses. There's always some kind of social or leisure activity going on, unique community names for rooms and programs, and a steady effort to make sure everyone feels welcome and looked after, whether someone is enjoying a movie night or just reading in the library.