Best Skilled Nursing in Appleton, Wisconsin
6 communities found
Appleton has 6 skilled nursing communities, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 across 168 reviews read. Medicare star ratings average 3.4 among 5 rated communities, with one earning 5 stars and one earning just 1 star. None of the 6 communities publish pricing or accept Medicaid, and all offer 24-hour staff, medication management, housekeeping and gathering spaces.
- 6communities
- 3.6average rating, 6 rated
- 168family reviews read
Brewster Village
Appleton, Wisconsin
4.8(20)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Renaissance by Rennes - Appleton
Appleton, Wisconsin
4(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Peabody Manor
Appleton, Wisconsin
3.8(8)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Edenbrook Appleton
Appleton, Wisconsin
3.2(44)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rennes Health & Rehab Center - Appleton
Appleton, Wisconsin
3.1(31)
Home health
Meadowbrook at Appleton
Appleton, Wisconsin
2.8(54)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Appleton
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (20 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brewster Village earns a 4.8 rating from 20 reviews, with praise for compassionate nursing care, though a couple of reviewers mention slow call-light response.
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Renaissance by Rennes - Appleton
4 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Renaissance by Rennes - Appleton is described as warm and well-run, with attentive care and good food, though some reviewers raise concerns about communication and staffing.
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3.8 (8 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Peabody Manor gets mixed feedback: some praise cleanliness and friendly staff, while others describe lapses in communication, medication management, and discharge planning.
- 4
3.2 (44 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Edenbrook Appleton reviews are split between praise for kind nurses and therapists and reports of unanswered call lights, missed medications, and poor food quality.
- 5
Rennes Health & Rehab Center - Appleton
3.1 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living, Home Health, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rennes Health & Rehab Center - Appleton draws praise for attentive rehab care, alongside reports of slow call-light response, missed medications, and communication breakdowns.
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2.8 (54 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Meadowbrook at Appleton offers short-term rehab and long-term care, with reviews divided between compassionate care and lapses in therapy, safety, and follow-through.
What families say about skilled nursing in Appleton
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Appleton communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
All 6 communities are praised for caring, attentive staff, and 67% are praised specifically for medical and nursing care, with half noted for cleanliness and building upkeep. At the same time, 83% of communities have concerns raised about medical and nursing care, and 67% face complaints about staff attitude, staffing levels and turnover, and communication with families.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 67%
- Cleanliness 50%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Food and dining 33%
Concerns raised
- Medical and nursing care 83%
- Staff attitude 67%
- Staffing levels and turnover 67%
- Communication with families 67%
“Buddy has been in here for 12 years. Pretty nice people. Nurses are nice, give him grief like he does them, so i like that. Administration wise, not sure on how they To deal with.”
Skilled Nursing in Appleton: the figures
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.4 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (6), medication management (6), 24-hour staff (6), housekeeping (6), laundry service (5), private rooms (5).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Wisconsin
Most families in Wisconsin pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of their own pockets at the start, drawing on savings, retirement income and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a policy was purchased years earlier, can offset part of the monthly cost, and it is worth reviewing the policy language closely since coverage for assisted living versus memory care sometimes differs. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet service and financial requirements may also be able to use VA Aid and Attendance to help with the cost of care, and this benefit is worth asking about early since the application process can take some time.
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Skilled Nursing near Appleton
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neenah7.4 mi | 10 | 3.9 / 5 | 7.4 mi |
| Oshkosh19.2 mi | 21 | 4.2 / 5 | 19.2 mi |
| De Pere20 mi | 6 | 4.1 / 5 | 20 mi |
| Green Bay25.2 mi | 46 | 3.9 / 5 | 25.2 mi |
| Fond du Lac34.2 mi | 14 | 4.2 / 5 | 34.2 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on November 6, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Appleton, 168 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Appleton ask about.
- Home Care in Wisconsin: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Appleton: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Appleton, Wisconsin?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 skilled nursing long term care communities in Appleton, Wisconsin, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Appleton are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Brewster Village (4.8★, 20 ratings), Renaissance by Rennes - Appleton (4★, 11 ratings), Peabody Manor (3.8★, 8 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Appleton?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Appleton has assisted living (32 communities), independent living (14 communities), memory care (13 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities), at-home care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Appleton?
Families rate Appleton skilled nursing long term care communities 3.6 out of 5 on average, across 168 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Appleton skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Appleton communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 67%), cleanliness (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are medical and nursing care (83%), staff attitude (67%), staffing levels and turnover (67%).
How do Appleton nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Appleton carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.4 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Appleton bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
