Frontida of Manitowoc is an assisted living community in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, designed to support seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living and specialized memory care. The facility primarily serves residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or other memory loss conditions, offering a secure, purpose-built environment tailored to their needs. Memory care at Frontida of Manitowoc is delivered in a community specifically accommodating memory loss, with intentional design elements such as indoor walking paths and secure access to promote safety and orientation for residents. The community is focused solely on memory care, with features and programming structured to support cognitive well-being and independence to the greatest extent possible.

Care and medical support at Frontida of Manitowoc include diabetes care, medication management, and regular health coordination services. Medication management involves staff assisting residents with the proper administration of prescriptions and scheduling of doses, as well as medication coordination between healthcare providers and pharmacies to ensure continuity of care. The facility supports residents with diabetes through regular monitoring and management in alignment with individual care plans. Incontinence care services are available, as is ambulatory care for residents who need monitoring or assistance with mobility. A secured community environment is maintained to prevent wandering and ensure resident safety. The facility is equipped with a therapy room to support rehabilitation and physical or occupational therapy services, as well as access to audiology and podiatry care. Personal grooming needs are addressed with an on-site barber/beauty salon. Staff are available to offer hands-on assistance with bathing, eating, and dressing as needed, and provide full support with toileting tasks.

Transportation services at Frontida of Manitowoc are provided at cost for both medical and non-medical purposes, assisting residents in attending medical appointments, personal errands, or off-site activities as necessary. These transport services are coordinated by the facility to support comprehensive care and sustain residents’ connections to the broader community.

Feedback from residents and families is mixed. Positive comments often reference a caring and supportive staff, who are described as responsive and attentive to both resident and family needs. The facility itself is typically noted for its clean and comfortable amenities, bright communal spaces, and the sense of security it offers. However, some families have expressed concerns about inconsistent staffing, staff professionalism, and communication, especially with medication management and dementia care. Other reported issues include frequent administrative turnover, delayed or incorrect medication delivery, and occasional lapses in personal care routines. There have also been comments highlighting organizational instability and challenges in obtaining paperwork. While there are residents and families who feel well supported and reassured by their experience, satisfaction can vary significantly, depending largely on staffing stability and communication practices. Some reports do note ongoing improvement efforts and gradual progress in addressing concerns.

Costs at this community start at $3,120 and range up to $6,789. The average price in the community is $4,954, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,743. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.