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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Riverside, NE

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 19 independent living facilities in Riverside, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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You may also consider nearby communities such as Omaha, Papillion and Gretna.

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The staff treats the residents with patience, respect, and dignity. I have worked at many facilities and had loved ones and friends who I visited often. I have never seen residents treated with such dignity...
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.
Discover the sweet life at Marquis Place of Elkhorn, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Our property invites residents to come together and enjoy the luxury of spacious apartments. Each of our units combines the very best safety features along with...
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5 stars for all. You can tell that the staff there really, genuinely care about their residents. Highly recommend Walnut Grove Retirement.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Walnut Grove Retirement is Omaha's Premier independent living community. Walnut Grove Retirement Resort comprises 129 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one,  two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Walnut Grove Retirement is an...
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My apt suites me fine. People are friendly and manage is very helpful. There are several activities every day to keep mind a body busy. I’ve met a number of residents since I arrived. They have all been...
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.
Senior Living Apartments in ElkhornCome as Strangers, Live as Friends® at Connect55+ Elkhorn, located in the charming historic town of Elkhorn, Nebraska. Featuring state-of-the-art amenities and maintenance-free living, seniors can enjoy a carefree retirement in a friendly environment! Connect55+...
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The amenities are wonderful, the apartments are spacious. The kitchen is often short staffed and this can lead to longer wait times for meals. The maintenance staff can also take awhile to fill requests. The...
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.
For The Brant at Gretna, senior living is synonymous with living well. From our calendar of in-community events to our wellness programs and lifestyle models of care tailored to each resident's needs—including independent living, assisted living and specialized memory care–we serve the residents...
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5 on all. Great experience. Staff is awesome. I definitely would recommend this community to other families. My dad has passed away, but while he was there they took amazing care of him!!
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.
Overlooking a 60 acre lake, Elk Ridge Village includes Independent Apartments, Assisted Living Residences, Alzheimer's Care Suites, Villas, and a beautiful Clubhouse. Elk Ridge Village On The Lake is located near the west edge of the Omaha metropolitan area in the beautiful Elk Ridge neighborhood...
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Thank you Silverridge for taking such great care of my mom!! You have an amazing way of caring for family. The staff is amazing and does very well with people with dementia.
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.
SilverRidge is located in Gretna, NE, right underneath the old water tower, next to the high school. We have been part of the community for 16 years and love being a part of this small but growing community. We are a family owned and operated business. Lisa Sedlacek-Arp is the Assistant Executive...
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I want to thank [name removed] for her time and professionalism in helping place our mother in your community. She provided us with being more comfortable in placing our mother in a safer place. Thank you...
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.
Valley Lakes is a beautiful community located on 16 acres of tranquil countryside, on the South side of Valley, NE. At Valley Lakes, you can live your life and leave your worries behind! Our assisted living community is the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence, yet need some...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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
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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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.
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Heritage At Legacy
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.
Photo of Assisted Living At Lakeside Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Lakeside Immanuel Signature Community
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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My parents have never been happier. The food is really good and the staff is amazing. The rooms are beautiful and overall decor is top notch. I can't believe there are still rooms available! There are...
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.
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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, 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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.

Cost of independent living in Riverside, NE

The average cost of senior living in Riverside is $3,067 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springfield, NE with an average of $2,793 per month.

Independent living costs in Riverside, NE, vs. nearby cities

Riverside, NE
$3,067/mo
$3,194/mo
$3,753/mo

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

Riverside, NE
$3,067/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Riverside, NE, vs. other senior living options

$4,529/mo
Independent Living
$3,067/mo

Independent living costs in Riverside, NE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,330/mo
Studio
$5,342/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,365/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,590/mo

Senior living costs in Riverside 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: Riverside, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiverside, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$3,067/mo$3,309/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,524/mo$4,158/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,529/mo$4,138/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Riverside, NE:$3,067/mo
Nebraska:$3,309/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Riverside, NE:$4,524/mo
Nebraska:$4,158/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Riverside, NE:$4,529/mo
Nebraska:$4,138/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Riverside, NE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Riverside 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 Riverside, NE

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Riverside 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Riverside, NE$3,808/mo$3,345/mo+13.8%
Nebraska$3,328/mo$2,977/mo+11.8%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Riverside, NE
2024 average cost:$3,808/mo
2023 average cost:$3,345/mo
Percent change:+13.8%
Nebraska
2024 average cost:$3,328/mo
2023 average cost:$2,977/mo
Percent change:+11.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Riverside

Recent reviews for independent living in Riverside

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.

Via Christe Assisted Living and Memory Care in Omaha, NE

5.0
Our mother has only been at Via Christe for a week and a half but it has been a wonderful experience so far! {name removed} worked with us and moms doctor to sort out medications. Mom loves her room and has started to participate in the daily activities. Everyone has been friendly and welcoming. ...
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Mable Rose Estates in Bellevue, NE

5.0
Our loved one lived at Hillcrest Mable Rose, and we couldn't have been happier with the place! It was a beautiful community, they took great care of the residents, and they did a wonderful job with the meals! We had no complaints at all with the services they provided! The only issue we had was ...
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Riverside independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverside independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverside, 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 Riverside 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 Riverside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverside, NENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverside 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 Riverside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riverside, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverside 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 Riverside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riverside, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
31.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
36.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
47%
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Marquis Place, Walnut Grove Retirement Community and Connect55 Plus Elkhorn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Riverside, Nebraska. See full list of communities.

There are 19 independent living facilities near Riverside, Nebraska. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Riverside, 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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