Prairie Village Retirement Center
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Columbus, NE

Prairie Village Retirement Center

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Columbus, NE

Overview of Prairie Village Retirement Center

Prairie Village Retirement Center, situated in Columbus, Nebraska, stands out as a not-for-profit retirement community, ensuring genuine and reliable services. Emphasizing the values of freedom and independence without compromising on security and support, Prairie Village has well-trained staff dedicated to providing top-notch assisted living and independent living options. Their thoughtfully designed apartments prioritize comfort and character, with a range of studio or one-bedroom units and beautiful outdoor spaces that residents can enjoy.

The community is equipped with essential features such as an emergency call system and medication administration, ensuring residents’ safety and well-being. Each apartment is designed for a laid-back lifestyle, featuring amenities like carpet and vinyl flooring, individual control for heating and air conditioning, smoke alarms, and more. Prairie Village Retirement Center is not just a place to live; it’s a haven where residents can embrace a relaxed and fulfilling life in a community that prioritizes their needs and preferences.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 60 Rank #130 / 225Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th 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.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #172 / 285Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 172nd 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyPlatte
License NumberALF138

Ownership & Operating Entity

Prairie Village Retirement Center is administered by Dawn Pavel.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(402) 564-4588

Pricing & Financial Information

Entry Fee$1,500

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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 2014 · 12 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 7 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 2014 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (100% 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. 052 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 100% 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. 713 This facility has had 46% fewer total inspections than the Nebraska average (7 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 46% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Prairie Village Retirement Center

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Places of interest near Prairie Village Retirement Center

Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to Prairie Village Retirement Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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

Prairie Village Retirement Center 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 Prairie Village Retirement Center

Is Prairie Village Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Prairie Village Retirement Center has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Prairie Village Retirement Center?

According to NE state health department records, Prairie Village Retirement Center's license number is ALF138.

Are pets allowed at Prairie Village Retirement Center?

Yes, Prairie Village Retirement Center allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Prairie Village Retirement Center?

Dawn Pavel is the administrator of Prairie Village Retirement Center.

How many beds does Prairie Village Retirement Center have?

Prairie Village Retirement Center has 60 beds.

Has Prairie Village Retirement Center had any deficiencies?

Prairie Village Retirement Center has no reported deficiencies since 2014 according to records from Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Are there photos of Prairie Village Retirement Center?

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