Explore Open Rooms
1 Contact details
2 What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3 What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4 How soon do you need to find care?
5 Additional details

Thank you for your interest!

Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.

Other Senior care options in Appleton:

Best Independent Living in Appleton, WI

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Dec 2025

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Wisconsin Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Explore home photos

Video Tour: Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Watch this Video to see Appleton's Top-rated Senior Communities
Avg. Monthly cost: $2,117
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $501 - $5,362
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6

Compare Independent Living around Appleton (Metro Area)

Click column headers to sort
Dimensions Living Appleton
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Appleton
95Yes 22 Studio / 1 Bed1 85.3% Dimensions Living Appleton LLCAmber Rogotzke21-
Touchmark on West Prospect
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Appleton (Touchmark Drive)
52Yes 9 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed10 82.7% Touchmark On West Prospect LLCBrian Pryor432
Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Appleton
76Yes 10 1 Bed / 2 Bed7-Appleton Retirement LLCMark Mcneary---
Ridgeview Highlands Apartments & Townhomes 55+
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Appleton
-Yes 62 1 Bed / 2 Bed-------
Acs Clinical Services LLC Appleton
AL
Appleton
1010Acs Clinical Services LLC
Agape 4 - Greenfield
AL
Appleton
837Agape Of Appleton INC
Agape 8 Cherokee St
AL
Appleton
634Agape Of Appleton INC
Agape 9 Kingfisher
AL
NH
Appleton
830Agape Of Appleton INC
Apple Creek Place I
AL
NH
Appleton
22Ameritus Appleton Opco LLC
Apple Creek Place II
AL
NH
Appleton
22Ameritus Appleton Opco LLC
Apple Creek Place III
AL
NH
Appleton
22Ameritus Appleton Opco LLC
Apple Valley
AL
Appleton
624Brotoloc Health Care Systems INC
Appleton Community Living LLC
AL
Appleton
31Appleton Community Living LLC
Appleton Home
AL
Appleton
33Greater Wisconsin Home Care INC
Badger House
AL
Appleton
43Empowerment Living Services LLC
Blizzard House
AL
Appleton
46Empowerment Living Services
Bridge to Hopes and Dreams
AL
Appleton
41Bridge to Hopes and Dreams Inc
Care Partners Assisted Living I
AL
NH
Appleton
2010Care Partners Assisted Living LLC
Caring Corner Byrd St
AL
NH
Appleton
42Caring Corner Home Care Inc
Caring Corner Home Care Inc
AL
NH
Appleton
43Caring Corner Home Care Inc
Casa Clare A Division Of Mooring Program INC
AL
Appleton
2020Mooring Programs INC
Cloverdale
AL
NH
Appleton
614Clarity Care Inc
Country Terrace Appleton
AL
NH
Appleton
1623Country Terrace Of Wisconsin INC
Darboy Assisted Living
AL
Appleton
89BA Israel LLC
Gardens Adult Family Home LLC (The)
AL
NH
Appleton
410Gardens Adult Family Homes LLC (The)
Gardens Adult Family Homes LLC (The)
AL
NH
Appleton
49Gardens Adult Family Homes LLC (The)
Gardens Adult Family Homes LLC (The) Ridge Home
AL
NH
Appleton
47Gardens Adult Family Homes LLC (The)
Glacier Home
AL
NH
Appleton
46Gardens Adult Family Homes LLC (The)
Heartwood Homes Senior Living INC III
AL
NH
Appleton
1821Heartwood Homes Senior Living INC
Heartwood Homes Senior Living INC IV
AL
NH
Appleton
2018Heartwood Homes Senior Living INC
Helens House Grand Chute
AL
NH
Appleton
46Helens House LLC
Helens House Grand Chute Blue
AL
NH
Appleton
46Helens House LLC
Helens House Lourdes
AL
NH
Appleton
41Helens House LLC
Heritage Assisted Living
AL
NH
Appleton
2031Thedacare
Hil Tamarack
AL
NH
Appleton
419Homes For Independent Living Of Wi LLC
Hope Valley
AL
Appleton
41Brotoloc Health Care Systems INC
Jonathon Place
RC
Appleton
415Productive Living Systems INC
Kaylee Lane Adult Family Home
RC
Appleton
418Innovative Services INC
Klister House
AL
Appleton
542Villa Phoenix INC
Limitless Possibilities N9444 County Road N
AL
NH
Appleton
46Limitless Possibilities LLC
Lions Keep
AL
Appleton
53Nobility Reigns LLC
Loppnow Adult Family Home
RC
Appleton
424
Lss Eastwood Crisis Facility
AL
Appleton
823Lutheran Soc Serv of WI and Upper MI Inc
Lss Grandstone
AL
Appleton
822Lutheran Soc Serv of WI and Upper MI Inc
Misty Arbor Senior Living
AL
NH
Appleton
168Misty Arbor Assisted Living LLC
Mooring Programs INC
AL
Appleton
1945Mooring Programs INC
Nobility Reigns Majestic Inn
RC
Appleton
410Nobility Reigns LLC
Panther House
AL
Appleton
34Empowerment Living Services LLC
Pnuma 1
AL
Appleton
58Productive Living Systems INC
Pnuma 2
AL
Appleton
58Productive Living Systems INC
Primrose Memory Care Of Appleton
AL
NH
Appleton
267Appleton Retirement LLC
Province Terrace Villas Long Ct LLC
AL
NH
Appleton
816Province Terrace Villas LLC
Reliance Home Services LLC
AL
Appleton
42Reliance Home Services LLC
Rescare Randys Ln
AL
NH
Appleton
49Rescare Residential Services Wisconsin LLC
Rogers
AL
NH
Appleton
614Clarity Care Inc
Russet
AL
NH
Appleton
714Clarity Care Inc
Shiloh Assisted Living
AL
Appleton
223Shiloh Assisted Living LLC
Van Dyke
AL
NH
Appleton
814Clarity Care Inc
Villa Hope
AL
Appleton
1544Villa Hope INC
Villa Phoenix
AL
Appleton
1745Villa Phoenix INC
Weiland House
AL
Appleton
48Heart And Homes Support Services LLC
Wisconsin Best Home Care Services LLC
AL
NH
Appleton
32Wisconsin Best Home Care Services LLC
Overview of Dimensions Living Appleton

A community that boasts a highly functional lifestyle designed specifically for seniors to maintain an active and independent lifestyle with an upscale independent living, assisted living, and memory care community, Dimensions Living Appleton is what comes to mind when thinking of quality senior care. Nestled in a picturesque environment with a friendly atmosphere., it practices an outstanding and compassionate approach where individuals thrive while living a graceful lifestyle.

Dimensions provide an atmosphere of growth and security, ensuring residents feel comfortable in their new, cozy, home-like environment. A list of essential services offered for senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care options include ADLs, medication management, and stimulating activities. Skilled nursing and rehabilitative residents can experience state-of-the-art technologies that boost their recovery period.

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Contact Dimensions Living Appleton

Overview of Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton

Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton is one of the city’s best independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities. The senior living home programs and activities help individuals develop an active lifestyle and hassle-free living while maintaining independence. Holistic wellness is the goal of the dedicated team of professionals; they ensure that the vibrant home-like atmosphere presents a feeling that elevates their daily living.

Community features include a billiards room, a computer lounge, a chapel, a library, a salon, and a quiet area. Services include handicapped-accessible features, housekeeping, an emergency response system, and washer/dryer hookups.

What does this home offer?

Minimum age icon
Minimum age icon

Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 548 / 768 / 856 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Contact Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton

Overview of Touchmark on West Prospect

Touchmark on West Prospect offers exquisite living for residents of independent living, assisted living, and memory care housing options. Regardless of what kind of living option you are in, management and staff are guaranteed to provide resort-like accommodations with exceptional hospitality. The luxurious and elegant senior living community is a wonderful community that offers a dedicated environment wherein every senior’s need is met.

Touchmark on West Prospect strives to provide its residents with a comfortable lifestyle of everyday living, making it an ideal place to call a new home. Residents have a full kitchen, walk-in closets, air conditioning, central heating, washer, and dryer. Inclusive services include scheduled transportation, housekeeping, religious services, and a full-service salon. Touchmark also provides a private dining room, guest suites, activity rooms, and courtyards– to name a few.

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 351 / 513 / 604 / 638 - 1,981 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Contact Touchmark on West Prospect

Overview of Ridgeview Highlands Apartments & Townhomes 55+

Ridgeview Highlands Apartments and Townhomes is an active 55+ adult community that offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday tasks. Offering a range of opportunities tailor-fit for its residents; seniors can feel inspired to create a better life with the continuum of care provided. Daily chores are left to the staff as residents are encouraged to live hassle-free. Ridgeview is an elegant senior living home that aims to inspire the lives of its residents.

To keep the residents active and allow them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs in the library, media room, or social areas.

What does this home offer?

Minimum age icon
Minimum age icon

Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 689 / 833 / 834 / 840 - 1.365 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Contact Ridgeview Highlands Apartments & Townhomes 55+

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Appleton, WI

What is the average cost of independent living in Appleton, WI?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Appleton, WI is approximately $2,117. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Appleton, WI?

Independent living in Appleton, WI typically ranges from $501 - $5,362 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 independent living communities in Appleton, WI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Appleton, WI?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Appleton, WI, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Appleton, WI?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.