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.
60-bed community Rank #131 / 227Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 227 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #174 / 296Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 174th out of 296 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyPlatte
License NumberALF138
Prairie Village Retirement Center is administered by Dawn Pavel.
Emergency SystemsYes
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Fax(402) 564-4588
Entry Fee$1,500
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
0 deficiencies
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 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)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 52 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 100% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on March 11, 2021, confirmed the facility met all statutory requirements with no deficiencies and maintained licensure for 60 beds.
- A June 21, 2017 complaint investigation found no pest control issues and substantiated no violations after unannounced inspection and staff interviews.
- Prior inspections and renewals consistently confirmed compliance with fire safety and assisted-living regulations, with no complaints or deficiencies reported over multiple years.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Prairie Village Retirement Center
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1.9 miles from city center
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.
| Prairie Village Retirement Center | AL IL | Columbus | 60
Facility
60
NE AVG
82
Rank
#131 / 227 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
NE AVG
46
Rank
#174 / 296 | Private Rooms | - | - | Dawn Pavel | - | 7 | 1
Facility
1
NE AVG
8
Rank
#29 / 157 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
15
Rank
#1 / 157 | -
Facility
-
NE AVG
52
Rank
#1 / 157 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#1 / 157 |
| Cottonwood Senior Living | AL | Columbus (29Th Avenue) | 47
Facility
47
NE AVG
82
Rank
#169 / 227 | No |
39
Facility
39
NE AVG
46
Rank
#187 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed | 31
Facility
31
NE AVG
28
Rank
#24 / 57 | 76.6% | Angela Lurth | Columbus Al, LLC | 8 | 6
Facility
6
NE AVG
8
Rank
#86 / 157 | 2
Facility
2
NE AVG
15
Rank
#49 / 157 | 4
Facility
4
NE AVG
52
Rank
#54 / 157 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#51 / 157 |
Financial Assistance for
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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.
Are there photos of Prairie Village Retirement Center?
Yes — there are 31 photos of Prairie Village Retirement Center in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Prairie Village Retirement Center?
Prairie Village Retirement Center is located at 3000 39Th Ave, Columbus, NE 68601.
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