Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton

Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton is an Independent Living Home in Wisconsin

Primrose Retirement Community of… is an Independent Living Home in Wisconsin

Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton

5715 N Meade St, Appleton, WI 54913 View Map

Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton is an Independent Living Home in Wisconsin

Primrose Retirement Community of… is an Independent Living Home in Wisconsin

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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.

(920) 212-3472

Managed by Steve Gromala

Executive Director

Steve Gromala serves as the Executive Director at Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton. He leads the community in providing affordable senior housing with modern amenities and first-class services. Steve is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, care-free retirement lifestyle where residents enjoy luxurious accommodations and engaging activities in a welcoming environment.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 76
Bed community size
76-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
7 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 10 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility Type
CERTIFIED
License Date
September 19, 2018

Additional licensing details

County: OUTAGAMIE
Waiver certified: No

Ownership & operating entity

Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton is legally operated by MARK MCNEARY, and administrated by APPLETON RETIREMENT LLC.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: STEVEN GROMALA

Additional Policies & Features

Gender Served: Both

Rate Information

Monthly Rate Range $4,475 - $6,935

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 548 / 768 / 856 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

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$5,145 - $10,985
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Amber Rogotzke
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Appleton
$4,475 - $6,935
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MARK MCNEARY
1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

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Primrose Retirement Community of Appleton Reviews

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Norbert Keuler
I've been at Primrose a little over 2 yrs. I am very happy living here. All of the staff are very nice and friendly.

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Address 5.4 miles from city center

Address 5715 N Meade St, Appleton, WI 54913

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Family Care Program
WI Medicaid Family Care
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • WI Specifics: Managed care model; rural/urban balance.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Wisconsin resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • WI Specifics: High rural demand; ADRC coordination.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)
  • General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • WI Specifics: Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.
  • Services: Personal care (custom hours), respite, home mods, equipment, transportation, support services.
SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance
  • General: Age 65+, WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.
  • Asset Limits: None.
  • WI Specifics: Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.
  • Services: $5 generic/$15 brand copays (Level 1); deductibles ($500-$850) for higher levels; covers most Rx drugs.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • WI Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)
Wisconsin WHEAP
  • General: Age 60+ prioritized, WI resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • WI Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.
  • Services: Heating/electric aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max), weatherization.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WI resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified.
  • WI Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth).
  • WI Specifics: High rural veteran use; supports care costs.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Property Tax Deferral Loan Program
Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan
  • General: Age 65+, WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$24,980/year (household).
  • Asset Limits: Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.
  • WI Specifics: Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.
  • Services: Deferred tax payment (~$500-$1,500/year avg.).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
  • General: Age 60+, WI resident, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • WI Specifics: Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.
  • Services: Vouchers (~$45/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Wisconsin Seniors

WI Medicaid Family Care

Family Care Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Wisconsin resident, Medicaid-eligible, long-term care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • WI Specifics:
    Managed care model; rural/urban balance.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($65/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
WI NFCSP Respite

Wisconsin Caregiver Support Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Wisconsin resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • WI Specifics:
    High rural demand; ADRC coordination.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Wisconsin IRIS

IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WI resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • WI Specifics:
    Flexible budget; serves ~20,000; participant hires caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (custom hours), respite, home mods, equipment, transportation, support services.
Wisconsin SeniorCare

SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, WI resident, US citizen/qualified immigrant, not on full Medicaid.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$24,980-$34,980/year (Level 1-2B, individual); varies by level.
  • Asset Limits:
    None.
  • WI Specifics:
    Four benefit levels; serves ~50,000 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: $5 generic/$15 brand copays (Level 1); deductibles ($500-$850) for higher levels; covers most Rx drugs.
Wisconsin Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, WI resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • WI Specifics:
    Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Wisconsin WHEAP

Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ prioritized, WI resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • WI Specifics:
    Covers gas, electric, wood; crisis aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Heating/electric aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max), weatherization.
Wisconsin SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WI resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified.
  • WI Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; Goodwill/AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Wisconsin VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WI resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth).
  • WI Specifics:
    High rural veteran use; supports care costs.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Wisconsin Property Tax Deferral Loan

Property Tax Deferral Loan Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, WI resident, homeowner, live in home 6+ months/year.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$24,980/year (household).
  • Asset Limits:
    Home equity < $500,000; limited other assets.
  • WI Specifics:
    Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; interest ~2%-3%.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Deferred tax payment (~$500-$1,500/year avg.).
Wisconsin SFMNP

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, WI resident, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • WI Specifics:
    Vouchers (~$45/season); serves ~15,000 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Vouchers (~$45/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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