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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Nebraska City, NE

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A month after we decided on Bickford, we moved my dad there, and it was a great fit. My dad enjoyed the last six months of his life there, and I was able to visit often. Bickford called me a few times when...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Bickford, there's always something exciting happening in our senior living community. Picture your loved one relishing freshly-cooked meals, always assured of a friendly caregiver's presence, and a schedule overflowing with lively activities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, committed...
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My Mom loves Keystone Villas. She said the people are beautiful. She really enjoying the meals and being able to socialize with people her age. Thank for giving us peace of mind!
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Skyline Assisted and Independent Living, you will discover more than our well-appointed community and extensive range of services. You will find a warm dedicated staff committed to creating a place you will be delighted to call home. From nutritious healthy meals, fun interactive activities,...
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While i was there, the management could of used a little improvement and they could of used a different manager. They were very nice to me but she was not very pleasant with other residents. The apartments...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Charles Senior Housing is a 55+ independent living apartment complex situated in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. Nestled in the Near South neighborhood, you’ll find quaint restaurants, scenic bike routes, historic architecture of neighboring homes, and beautiful churches. With the Nebraska...
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Staff is useful and friendly, although not always available or there when my mother needs them. You can ring the front desk but sometimes it can take some time to get assistance. Other than that great...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our senior apartments bring a whole new concept to senior living to Omaha! Woodbridge Senior Village is an independent living senior apartment campus for people 55+ years young that is neither a government sponsored program, nor a Buy-In retirement community. Comfortable & spacious,...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bloomfield Forum is a fully independent living community providing security, social opportunities, eleven different floor plans and a complement of amenities - located in the heart of Omaha! Bloomfield Forum a locally owned non-profit corporation that is democratically governed by an elected...
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It's a beautifully designed and decorated place that truly focuses on the social aspect of quality living for older adults. One Friday I was there, there was live music and drinks in the main area and it was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My wife and I are very pleased with the place. We like the location, it is near a park, a fire station for emergencies and the other residents are friendly. I should add that the facility has been sold to...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Tregaron Senior Residences is a 55 or better independent living, tax credit community that accepts Section 8 vouchers. This community has 1 and 2 bedroom apartments that feature a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, washer and dryer hook ups and central A/C. Don't fret about rising energy...
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I have lived here for 8 mos. I as amazed when I first saw my appartment. It appeared t have been completely remodled. Everything was completely clean, fresh and absolutely new looking. the tenants are very...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mission House Vue Apartments is a senior apartment community for people who are age 62 and over and for the disabled under age 62. The apartments are 1 bedroom units with income based rent. The property has an elevator and secured entrance with inside laundry, mail boxes and garbage...
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Very great experience moving in and settle in staff was wonderful and tenants are great haven't seen a better place yet the cleanliness and the upkeep of the property is 100% great very safe and secure place...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Malone Manor is an affordable, older adults housing community. It's 50-unit, three-story senior living community is set amidst a lovely park-like setting. Directly across the street is a popular city park, boasting many trails for hikers and bicyclists alike. The Joanne Maxey Senior Center (right...
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The staff is amazing. They truly care. They also have so many activities for the residents. It keeps them involved and encourages socialism and that's very important. It's quite expensive but worth every...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Maintenance super fast and super nice. [name removed] and her staff so helpful and through during the process. I have noticed hallways, trash areas and property kept very clean. My sister feels safe there
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Windsor Manor Shenandoah is an assisted living facility located in Shenandoah, Iowa. At this facility there are 40 apartments that are one or two bedrooms and have 1 bathroom. Each one has their own kitchen or kitchenette. Our staff is available for the residents 24 hours a day, 7 days per week....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bellevue Place Apartments is a senior apartment community for people who are age 62 and over and for the disabled under age 62. The apartments are 1 bedroom units with income based rent. The property has an elevator and secured entrance with inside laundry, mail boxes and garbage...

Cost of independent living in Nebraska City, NE

The average cost of senior living in Nebraska City is $3,203 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Plattsmouth, NE with an average of $2,727 per month.

Independent living costs in Nebraska City, NE, vs. nearby cities

Nebraska City, NE
$3,203/mo
$4,189/mo
$3,231/mo

Independent living costs in Nebraska City, NE, vs. state and national averages

Nebraska City, NE
$3,203/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Nebraska City, NE, vs. other senior living options

$4,513/mo
Independent Living
$3,203/mo

Independent living costs in Nebraska City, NE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,951/mo
Studio
$4,699/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,208/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,803/mo

Senior living costs in Nebraska City vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Nebraska City, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNebraska City, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$3,203/mo$3,309/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,520/mo$4,158/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,513/mo$4,138/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Nebraska City, NE:$3,203/mo
Nebraska:$3,309/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Nebraska City, NE:$4,520/mo
Nebraska:$4,158/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Nebraska City, NE:$4,513/mo
Nebraska:$4,138/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Nebraska City, NE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Nebraska City and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Nebraska City, NE

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Nebraska City have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Nebraska City, NE$3,413/mo$2,992/mo+14.1%
Nebraska$3,423/mo$3,005/mo+13.9%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Nebraska City, NE
2024 average cost:$3,413/mo
2023 average cost:$2,992/mo
Percent change:+14.1%
Nebraska
2024 average cost:$3,423/mo
2023 average cost:$3,005/mo
Percent change:+13.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Nebraska City

Recent reviews for independent living in Nebraska City

Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA

4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA

4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews for Bloomfield mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff, with some residents and family members even considering them like old friends. They are attentive to residents' needs and go above and beyond to ensure their comfort and happiness.
Variety of activities and outings. Reviews for Bloomfield highlight the diverse range of activities offered at the community, including puzzles, card games, social events, movies, and even outings to grocery stores and shopping malls. Residents appreciate the opportunity to stay engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Multiple reviews for Bloomfield praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, with comments about the pristine bathrooms, nicely decorated apartments, and well-tended gardens and walking trails. The facilities are kept in excellent condition.
Individualized attention to residents' needs. Several reviews for Asher Point Independent Living of Lincoln mention the accommodating nature of the staff, who quickly address residents' needs and make adjustments to ensure their comfort. This personalized attention is much appreciated by both residents and their families.
Excellent and customizable dining experiences. Reviews for Bloomfield consistently emphasize the quality of the food and the flexibility of the dining arrangements, with residents able to choose when and what they eat. This focus on individual preferences and dietary restrictions ensures that every resident looks forward to mealtimes.
Supportive community atmosphere. Throughout the reviews, the sense of community and camaraderie among residents is a recurring theme for Bloomfield, with many residents mentioning the friendships they've made and the way they look out for one another. This welcoming environment is a key factor in residents' overall satisfacti ...
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Nebraska City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nebraska City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nebraska City, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nebraska City independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Nebraska City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
10.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Nebraska City independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Nebraska City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nebraska City independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Nebraska City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Savannah Pines Retirement Community, Marquis Place and Maple Ridge Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nebraska City, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
There are 186 independent living facilities near Nebraska City, Nebraska. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Nebraska City, Nebraska are Bloomfield, Marquis Place and Crown Pointe Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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