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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.
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About this community
Cottonwood Senior Living is legally operated by Columbus Al, LLC, and administered by Angela Lurth.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (92% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (81% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 4 | 52 | This facility has 92% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (4 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 92% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.5 | 2.66 | 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
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
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Total inspections
| 8 | 13 | 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?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
No pets allowed
Room Sizes: 278 / 381 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cottonwood Senior Living
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1.5 miles from city center
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| 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 Lurth | Columbus Al, LLC | 8 | 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.
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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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