Cottonwood Senior Living

Overview of Cottonwood Senior Living

Cottonwood Senior Living is an assisted living community in Columbus, Nebraska, serving adults age 55 and older. Operated by Columbus AL, LLC, the community is led by Administrator Angela Lurth and Executive Director Terri Groteluschen. With 47 beds in a single-story setting, residents can choose between studio and one-bedroom accommodations. The community has been serving older adults for more than 30 years and is located about 1.5 miles from Columbus Community Hospital.

Support services include rehabilitation, respite care, nursing assistance, and 24-hour staffing to help meet a range of care needs. Residents also have access to wellness programs, organized activities, and restaurant-style dining featuring chef-prepared meals.

State inspection records currently show no outstanding deficiencies. Over the years, complaint investigations have generally been determined to be unsubstantiated, with only a past documentation-related issue noted. This long operating history reflects extensive experience working within state regulatory requirements.

Occupancy is currently around 77%, with 36 of 47 beds filled. Monthly rates begin at $3,880, and both studio and one-bedroom floor plans are available, allowing families to select the layout that best matches a loved one’s preferences and needs.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 47 Rank #167 / 225Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 167th out of 225 homes we track in Nebraska for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Nebraska facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #25 / 58Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 58 homes we track in Nebraska for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Nebraska facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
31 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #185 / 285Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 185th out of 285 homes we track in Nebraska for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Nebraska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
39 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #94 / 177Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 177 homes we track in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 177. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
77% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
36 / 47

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyPlatte
License NumberALF440

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cottonwood Senior Living is legally operated by Columbus Al, LLC, and administered by Angela Lurth.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(402) 563-2097

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Activities
Specific ProgramsWellness Programming, Community Amenities
Operating HoursMonday – Friday 24 Hours, Saturday 24 Hours, Sunday 24 Hours

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,880/month

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Inspection History

In Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health conducts regular inspections to ensure nursing and assisted living facilities meet state and federal standards.

Since 2010 · 16 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 4 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nebraska state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2010 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (92% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (81% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 452 This facility has 92% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (4 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 92% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.52.66 This facility has 81% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NE avg 2.66).↓ 81% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 813 This facility has had 38% fewer total inspections than the Nebraska average (8 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 38% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 278 / 381 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cottonwood Senior Living

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Places of interest near Cottonwood Senior Living

Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to Cottonwood Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.28 miles to nearest hospital (Columbus Community Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Columbus

Info below is compiled from the NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Prairie Village Retirement Center
AL
IL
Columbus
60
Facility 60
NE AVG 81
Rank #130 / 225
Yes
43
Facility 43
NE AVG 47
Rank #172 / 285
Private Rooms--Dawn Pavel-7
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155
Cottonwood Senior Living
AL
Columbus
47
Facility 47
NE AVG 81
Rank #167 / 225
No
39
Facility 39
NE AVG 47
Rank #185 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 29
Rank #25 / 58
76.6%
Facility 76.6%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #94 / 177
Angela LurthColumbus Al, LLC8
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 7
Rank #86 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 155
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 52
Rank #54 / 155
0.5
Facility 0.5
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #51 / 155

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nebraska

Cottonwood Senior Living is located in Columbus, Nebraska.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Nebraska.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
NE

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Nebraska resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NE

Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
NE

Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Age 55+
General Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
NE

Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska 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).
NE

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

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

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for 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 limit
NE

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Senior Living

Who is the owner of Cottonwood Senior Living?

Cottonwood Senior Living is legally operated by Columbus Al, LLC, and administered by Angela Lurth.

Is Cottonwood Senior Living in a walkable area?

Cottonwood Senior Living has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Cottonwood Senior Living?

According to NE state health department records, Cottonwood Senior Living's license number is ALF440.

What is the occupancy rate at Cottonwood Senior Living?

Cottonwood Senior Living's occupancy is 77%.

How long has Cottonwood Senior Living been in business?

Cottonwood Senior Living has been operating for approximately 31 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Cottonwood Senior Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Cottonwood Senior Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at Cottonwood Senior Living?

No, Cottonwood Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

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