Independent Living Communities in Wausau, WI

"I have been a resident in the independent living apartments. for a year now. I have been so impressed with the way everyone makes you feel at home and welcome. We are truly a family here, and the love and goodwill are fabulous. Having no family in Wausau, Forest Park Village makes me feel safe and among friends."

"Applegate Terrace is a relatively brand-new place, very well kept, and very appealing. So far, everything has been top notch; I do not have any complaints. I was there for a week, and the nursing staff and the assistants were totally fine and quite active with things that they can be involved in. The food looked good, and the dining area was pleasant. It was a beautiful location; you can look out at the mountain. I think the food is good, and mom has put on weight."

"My parents have moved into the Primrose Retirement Community of Wausau. Everyone has been very open and welcoming. They've had a great reach out to them for being new. People were stopping in, checking if they wanted to attend any of the activities and things planned. They've had an opportunity to pretty much eat with someone new every day. It's probably been about as easy as a transition as I would have expected it to be. It is still challenging leaving their house, but they felt that the people there cared for them and their well-being. My parents' room has a nice walk-in closet, large bathroom space, plenty of storage between hallway closets, cabinets, and things like that. There are lots of room for that. There's a nice view out the window because it's more of a country setting. There is a wide variety of food. You can request an alternative 24 hours ahead of time if you don't like what is being served the next day. For the amenities, there is a movie theater, an ice cream parlor, a pub, a gaming room, and an exercise room. They have bingo, crossword puzzles, card games, sing-a-longs, and community movie nights. It has a covered front porch area with rocking chairs. It has a back green area with a gazebo, picnic tables and benches. Maintenance and upkeep have been wonderful. Like when we moved in, all the flooring was replaced and updated. They have a maintenance person on-site, so any time there is an issue, you just talk to him, and he will take care of it. He hung up my parents' paintings and their decorations in their apartment. The place is very clean and very nice. They have been doing a great job. They have been very good. They have been great at communicating with me, too, which is very nice. They accept pets, and that's one of the huge things. My parents had a concern with their dog last night, and the members called me to just say, 'We haven't heard from your parents for a while. They went to the emergency vet and we're just worried about them.' So they're good at checking in and making sure and taking an interest in their lives."

"We went to VitaCare Living Stratford. The staff was very helpful and welcoming, answered all our questions, and proudly showed us their facility, so we're very happy with our reception there. They have outdoor spaces. Along each side of the building, that's the long part of the building, there was an overhang awning thing with chairs and a little outdoor table. And then on one side of the building it was uncovered so you could sit in the sun. So, there were two at least that we saw. One was quite large on one side of the building, and then a smaller gathering place on the other."

Willow Brooke Point Senior Living is located in the charming community of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, a town in the central part of the state. The city is home to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus and is the host of the world's largest trivia contest, an annual 54-hour marathon event that draws hundreds of entrants. During the week, residents may choose to visit the local farmer's market for fresh fruits, vegetables and meats or spend time browsing the local shops in the downtown district. The focus of Willow Brooke Point is to provide independence and individual wellness plans for every resident. For those who simply seek a retirement community, the independent living wing offers apartment-style living with maintenance, housekeeping and meals included in the monthly rent. For seniors who need a bit more help with medication management, personal hygiene or getting around, the assisted living community provides 24-hour care from professional aides. Cozy common areas with comfortable couches and fireplaces offer seniors places to gather with friends or quietly read a book. Each private apartment has a television, Wi-Fi and an emergency call button. Different social events are planned throughout the week, including off-site trips. A private dining room is available for family events or special occasions.

"Willow Brooke Point Senior Living had some nice folks and it's a nice place. I went there a couple of years ago and had lunch with someone from the company, and the food was excellent. The staff were very informative, concerned, and have all the good attributes you could think of. One particular room that I saw was pretty nice because it looked out over a little pond. They had a good dining area as well and it was just very clean. It's a place where I would move if I had to."