Clare Meadows

    7700 S. 51st St, Franklin, WI 53132
    • Independent Living

    Clean apartments, caring staff, happy

    I toured the community and liked what I saw - clean, spacious apartments with healthy, varied meals and great amenities (exercise area, underground parking, party room) plus a peaceful wooded view. Staff are friendly, accommodating and available 24/7 - Beth was excellent and made my mom's move-in smooth. Mom is happy, enjoys the chapel and common areas, and is meeting new people. I'm very pleased and would recommend taking a look.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    4.25·(8)

    Overall rating

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    2. 4
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.3
    • Staff

      4.6
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • friendly and accommodating staff
    • clean, well-maintained facility and apartments
    • healthy, varied meal program
    • on-site amenities (exercise area, luxury party room, underground parking)
    • engaging common areas and chapel
    • active social opportunities and community atmosphere
    • affordable pricing
    • 24/7 staff availability and relocation assistance
    • accessible bathroom safety features (grab bars)
    • pleasant wooded views and grounds
    • convenient proximity to shopping

    Cons

    • limited immediate availability and long waitlist
    • layout and walking distances challenging for residents with mobility limitations
    • carpeted apartment flooring with limited hardwood options
    • location off main thoroughfares may feel remote for some visitors

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviewers express a largely positive view of Clare Meadows, highlighting a clean, spacious facility with a welcoming community and a range of amenities. Families and residents frequently describe staff as friendly, accommodating, and helpful during tours and move-in; specific staff members were singled out for providing strong relocation support. The property is described as affordable relative to its offerings and is recommended by several families as worth touring.

    Care and staff: Feedback emphasizes consistent, accessible staffing, including 24/7 availability and hands-on assistance during relocation and settling in. Staff–resident interactions are characterized as respectful and supportive; one or more staff members were noted for making the transition easier for new residents. There are no recurring clinical-care concerns in the summaries provided; rather, the pattern is one of attentive, service-oriented staff presence.

    Dining and activities: The dining program is described as offering healthy meals with a good variety. Activities and social opportunities appear to be available and valued—residents and families mentioned common spaces, chapel services, and opportunities to meet new people. Reviewers indicate that programming and communal spaces contribute positively to social engagement and quality of life.

    Facilities and environment: The building and apartments are described as clean, spacious, and well-maintained. Notable onsite features include an exercise area, an event/luxury room for gatherings, underground parking, and grab bars in bathrooms. Several reviewers appreciated the wooded views from higher floors and the quiet, pleasant grounds. Some residents expressed a flooring preference (favoring hardwood over carpet) which may reflect unit finishes rather than overall maintenance.

    Management and availability: Management appears responsive and organized during tours and move-in; families reported quick tours and thorough assistance. A consistent operational constraint is limited immediate availability—there is a waitlist and units may not be available at the time of inquiry. Prospective residents should plan for potential delays in move-in timing.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: Clare Meadows scores well on staff responsiveness, community atmosphere, cleanliness, and value. Potential visitors should be aware of two practical considerations: the facility layout and walking distances can be inconvenient for people with mobility limitations, and there is a waitlist that can delay placement. Prospective residents who prioritize social programming, amenity access, and a quiet, wooded setting are likely to view the community favorably; those requiring easier internal walkability or immediate unit availability should confirm unit layouts and current occupancy before deciding.

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    Location

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    Clare Meadows is located at 7700 S. 51st St, Franklin, WI, 53132.

    About Clare Meadows

    Clare Meadows is a senior apartment community for people aged 55 and older, located at 7700 South 51st Street in Franklin, Wisconsin, close to restaurants, parks, hospitals, and entertainment. The property has 135 apartments, offering one- or two-bedroom floor plans that range from 640 to 1,080 square feet, with both income-eligible and market-rate options available. Most apartments come with decks or patios, ample closet and storage space, multiple TV cable and phone jacks, and window coverings throughout, along with fully applianced kitchens and individually controlled heat and air conditioning. Rent covers heat, water, and municipal services, and the whole place is smoke-free, with pets allowed, especially cats.

    Residents use heated underground parking, elevators that go to all floors, and secure building entry with private intercoms. The common areas include a chapel or meditation room, conference room, club room with a community kitchen, library spaces, media room with computer and internet access, fitness room, and a professionally staffed hair salon. There's onsite banking, mailboxes inside the building, and Wi-Fi in the club room, so folks can keep connected without trouble. Weekly catered meals are available, and van service helps with shopping trips around town, so people still have independence while getting support.

    Clare Meadows has 24-hour emergency maintenance, an urgency call system, and professional on-site managers looking after building maintenance and resident safety. The staff help coordinate social, educational, and entertaining activities, which means residents can stay active and engaged, if they want to be. The grounds are surrounded by trees, so the setting feels peaceful and relaxed, important for many as they get older. People who need extra care, such as dementia support, have special services designed for comfort and quality of life, making Clare Meadows a practical and calm environment for seniors seeking independent living with a variety of conveniences and amenities.

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    No, Clare Meadows does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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