Meadow Grove sits on the east side of Madison in the Elvehjem neighborhood, set up as a faith-based non-profit retirement community for people 55 and older, with a strong sense of home and a peaceful setting, and you can see folks out walking the trails or visiting the fitness classes while others sit on private patios or balconies that open up to the outdoors. The place has a mix of living options like independent apartments, assisted living, memory care, and neighborhood cottages, with affordable one- and two-bedroom apartments, all with full kitchens, in-unit washers and dryers, individually controlled air and heat, and amenities like high-speed internet, cable TV, and utilities such as water, sewer, and garbage, all included so you really don't have to fuss with a lot of bills. The apartments come with wide closets, carpet and vinyl floors, window coverings, and wheelchair accessible showers, plus a private deck or patio to watch the seasons; there's also free off-street or heated underground parking for residents, which they say is helpful in these Wisconsin winters, and an intercom entry for some peace of mind.
You've got access to continuing care, so if you start off in independent living and need more help later, Meadow Grove gives priority for higher levels of care, like assisted living, memory care for folks with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, and even nursing home services or rehabilitation if you need them. They offer respite care and home care by trained aides for those who want some non-medical help at home for awhile, which can make a big difference for people wanting to stay put, and they've got nurses on staff. Meals come cooked and planned with nutrition in mind, with several dining options, and there's both on-site and off-site activities, so residents can stay social, physically active, and connected to their faith with devotional services. It's a pet-friendly place and welcomes small dogs and cats, with men and women both accepted as residents.
Social spaces like community rooms with kitchens, a business center, an exercise area, library, common rooms with TVs, and a beauty/barber salon give folks reasons to gather, and outside you'll find walking trails and plenty of spots to sit and chat. A 24-hour maintenance service is always on call, and there's easy elevator access for anyone with trouble on stairs, as well as locked mailboxes inside. Staff at Meadow Grove are known for their friendliness and you get the sense that everyone tries to be helpful and kind, with a lot of activities planned for residents and transportation available for appointments, though there might be a cost. Meadow Grove operates as a market-rate community but they do accept Section 8 housing vouchers and other assistance, offering affordable choices for many budgets. It's a non-smoking place and tries to keep things simple, safe, and welcoming for active older adults looking for a straightforward place to call home.
