Page 10 of Best Assisted Living in Nebraska

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 176 assisted living communities in NE using NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NE
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
The Palm at Regency Square
AL
South Sioux City
38
Facility 38
NE AVG 74
Rank #118 / 137
No
73
Facility 73
NE AVG 45
Rank #16 / 170
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #1 / 104
Administrator Matthew Gieselman-22
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 7
Rank #106 / 127
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 15
Rank #105 / 127
77
Facility 77
NE AVG 52
Rank #99 / 127
3.5
Facility 3.5
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #86 / 127
Midwest Covenant Home
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Stromsburg
51
Facility 51
NE AVG 74
Rank #87 / 137
No
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 45
Rank #126 / 170
-
74.5%
Facility 74.5%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #59 / 104
Administrator Sheila BjerrumMidwest Covenant Home, Inc19
7
Facility 7
NE AVG 7
Rank #94 / 127
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 15
Rank #89 / 127
59
Facility 59
NE AVG 52
Rank #90 / 127
3.1
Facility 3.1
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #81 / 127
Parkview Haven Nursing Home
AL
MC
NH
Deshler
49
Facility 49
NE AVG 74
Rank #95 / 137
No
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 45
Rank #112 / 170
-
57.1%
Facility 57.1%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #86 / 104
Administrator Miranda IsernhagenCity Of Deshler15
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 7
Rank #51 / 127
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 15
Rank #89 / 127
65
Facility 65
NE AVG 52
Rank #93 / 127
4.3
Facility 4.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #106 / 127
Ambassador Health of Lincoln
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lincoln
122
Facility 122
NE AVG 74
Rank #20 / 137
Yes
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 45
Rank #145 / 170
-
57.4%
Facility 57.4%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #85 / 104
Administrator Michael LangeAmbassador Health Of Lincoln28
19
Facility 19
NE AVG 7
Rank #125 / 127
13
Facility 13
NE AVG 15
Rank #116 / 127
79
Facility 79
NE AVG 52
Rank #101 / 127
2.8
Facility 2.8
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #78 / 127
Continental Springs, LLC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
South Sioux City
77
Facility 77
NE AVG 74
Rank #48 / 137
Yes
73
Facility 73
NE AVG 45
Rank #16 / 170
-
61.0%
Facility 61.0%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #78 / 104
Administrator Ericka NilesContinental Springs, LLC21
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 7
Rank #110 / 127
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 15
Rank #105 / 127
95
Facility 95
NE AVG 52
Rank #114 / 127
4.5
Facility 4.5
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #109 / 127
Plainview Manor
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Manor Plainview
39
Facility 39
NE AVG 74
Rank #117 / 137
No
52
Facility 52
NE AVG 45
Rank #68 / 170
-
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #31 / 104
Administrator Juleen JohnsonCity Of Plainview13
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #59 / 127
8
Facility 8
NE AVG 15
Rank #81 / 127
43
Facility 43
NE AVG 52
Rank #82 / 127
3.3
Facility 3.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #83 / 127
Good Shepherd Lutheran Community
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Blair
84
Facility 84
NE AVG 74
Rank #39 / 137
Yes
26
Facility 26
NE AVG 45
Rank #135 / 170
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #70 / 104
Serena SmithBlair Nf Operations, LLC36
22
Facility 22
NE AVG 7
Rank #126 / 127
17
Facility 17
NE AVG 15
Rank #125 / 127
143
Facility 143
NE AVG 52
Rank #126 / 127
4.0
Facility 4.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #97 / 127
Sutton Community Home & Hillcrest View Assisted Living
AL
NH
SNF
Sutton
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 74
Rank #130 / 137
No
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 45
Rank #145 / 170
Medicaid and Medicare (31)
51.6%
Facility 51.6%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #92 / 104
Amy SchelkopfSutton Community Home, Inc17
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 7
Rank #80 / 127
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 15
Rank #89 / 127
72
Facility 72
NE AVG 52
Rank #94 / 127
4.2
Facility 4.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #103 / 127
The Maples at Centennial
AL
IL
North Platte
57
Facility 57
NE AVG 74
Rank #79 / 137
No
68
Facility 68
NE AVG 45
Rank #22 / 170
-
80.7%
Facility 80.7%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #42 / 104
Administrator Johanna HeinisThe Maples At Centennial LLC37
23
Facility 23
NE AVG 7
Rank #127 / 127
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 15
Rank #126 / 127
157
Facility 157
NE AVG 52
Rank #127 / 127
4.2
Facility 4.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #103 / 127
Madison House
AL
Norfolk
46
Facility 46
NE AVG 74
Rank #105 / 137
No
82
Facility 82
NE AVG 45
Rank #6 / 170
-
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #96 / 104
Administrator Candace GibsonOxford Nebraska Capital LLC12
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 7
Rank #106 / 127
8
Facility 8
NE AVG 15
Rank #81 / 127
33
Facility 33
NE AVG 52
Rank #79 / 127
2.8
Facility 2.8
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #78 / 127

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NE assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 176 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Palm at Regency Square

Thirty-eight beds puts The Palm at Regency Square at the small end in South Sioux City, Nebraska. Staff and residents end up knowing each other, which is what a short roster does. Assisted living is the care level, covering dressing, bathing, and taking medication.

Each resident keeps a private living space while that help comes in. A Walk Score of 73 makes the area very walkable, so most errands work on foot.

A resident who no longer drives keeps the outings that do not need a car. Matthew Gieselman is the administrator.

Contact The Palm at Regency Square

Overview of Midwest Covenant Home

Midwest Covenant Home provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living in Stromsburg, Nebraska. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing support around the clock. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Having several care levels can suit someone whose needs change over time, and the Christian living environment may suit a person seeking a faith based setting.

The home has 51 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where residents and staff may become familiar with one another. Both short term and long term stays are available. A resident may come for a temporary placement or remain for an ongoing stay. Physical and occupational therapy are available as rehabilitation services, giving residents access to therapy as part of their care.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes to consider for eligible care. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 53 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nursing time allocated per resident. Administrator Sheila Bjerrum oversees the community. A Walk Score of 31 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride.

Contact Midwest Covenant Home

Overview of Parkview Haven Nursing Home

Parkview Haven Nursing Home provides nursing home, assisted living, and memory care in Deshler, Nebraska. Nursing home care includes nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having several care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change without requiring a move to another community. With 49 beds, Parkview Haven Nursing Home is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private and semi-private rooms are available, offering either an individual room or shared accommodation.

Payment options include Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay. Medicaid can help cover a long stay when savings may not be sufficient, while Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence; private pay means the family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing daily hands-on nursing time for each resident.

Miranda Isernhagen serves as the administrator, and City Of Deshler operates the community. Social events give residents scheduled opportunities to participate in group activities, while church services allow worship on site. A spacious family area provides a dedicated place for visits. The community opened in 1968, and its Walk Score of 35 / 100 indicates a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

Contact Parkview Haven Nursing Home

Overview of Ambassador Health of Lincoln

Dedicated to adults 62+, Ambassador Health of Lincoln offers nursing home and skilled nursing care, assisted living, and independent living in Lincoln, Nebraska. Along with support with daily tasks, the community also provides extended care. Nursing services are also available to ensure residents’ ongoing clinical support.

Administered by Michael Lange, the community has 122 beds, with 57.4% occupancy. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 1 minute per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible services and stays.

On-site rehabilitation, including short-term rehabilitation, is available for someone who needs a temporary setting during recovery. Programs also include adult pulmonary care, pediatric specialty care, and on-site hemodialysis, allowing dialysis treatment to take place on-site. The community also allows pets, so a resident can bring an animal companion when moving into the community.

Contact Ambassador Health of Lincoln

Overview of Continental Springs

Continental Springs offers nursing home, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in South Sioux City, Nebraska. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains their apartment, while memory care provides a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Respite care offers a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. The range of care levels may suit someone whose needs change over time. The community has 77 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 37 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence. Administrator Ericka Niles serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 73 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops or services independently. A salon and spacious lawn with gardening spots give residents places for personal grooming and outdoor gardening. Rehabilitation Services and scheduled local transportation support therapy activities and local outings without requiring a resident to arrange transportation independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet while living at Continental Springs.

Contact Continental Springs, LLC

Overview of Plainview Manor

Plainview Manor provides nursing home, assisted living, respite care, and skilled nursing in Plainview, NE. Nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing support on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while residents maintain their own apartment, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver travels or needs time to recover.

With 39 beds, Plainview Manor is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Rehabilitation services include occupational, speech, and physical therapy, supporting daily activities, communication, and movement during recovery. Short term rehabilitation is available for residents who need temporary care rather than a permanent nursing home stay.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. The community is operated by City of Plainview and administered by Juleen Johnson.

A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some nearby errands independently. The combination of assisted living and skilled nursing can suit a resident whose care needs may grow over time, while respite care gives families a short term care option.

Contact Plainview Manor

Overview of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community

Nestled in the heart of Blair, NE, Good Shepherd Lutheran Community offers a continuum of care tailored to the needs of seniors. Specializing in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living services, the community provides private and semi-private accommodations, including a secured memory support unit. With a commitment to serving the elderly and those in need, its thoughtfully designed facilities ensure comfort and dignity for every resident.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community prides itself on creating a warm and engaging atmosphere, where residents enjoy home-cooked meals, enriching activities, and access to spiritual care. The team is dedicated to fostering connections through social events, exercise programs, and serene outdoor spaces. Rooted in compassion and respect, this community embodies a mission of enhancing life with dignity and grace in a Christ-centered environment.

Contact Good Shepherd Lutheran Community

Overview of Sutton Community Home & Hillcrest View Assisted Living

Sutton Community Home & Hillcrest View Assisted Living provides nursing home, assisted living, and skilled nursing care in Sutton, Nebraska. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps residents with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while they maintain their own living space.

There are 31 beds. The smaller size may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. The community opened in 1964.

Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. Medicaid can help families whose savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Amy Schelkopf serves as the administrator, and Sutton Community Home operates the community.

Rehabilitation services include speech and language pathology and restorative therapy. Residents can receive support with communication and with maintaining daily abilities. A beauty shop provides an on site place for grooming, while the outdoor eating area offers a place to dine outside. The common gathering area supports group activities and visits.

This may be a good fit for someone who needs round the clock nursing care, help with daily tasks while keeping a personal living space, or rehabilitation support for communication and daily abilities.

Contact Sutton Community Home & Hillcrest View Assisted Living

Overview of The Maples at Centennial

The Maples at Centennial offers assisted living and independent living in North Platte, Nebraska. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while residents retain their own living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

There are 57 beds. That makes for a smaller setting where residents and staff may get to know one another. A 68 Walk Score places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident may be able to manage certain outings without a car. Johanna Heinis administers the community, and its two care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Contact The Maples at Centennial

Madison House

1120 North 1St Street, Norfolk, NE 68701
Overview of Madison House

Madison House does its work in Norfolk, NE, and the care it provides is assisted living. At 82, Walk Score puts the area in the very walkable category, so most errands can be run on foot by someone without a car.

Help with dressing, bathing, and medication comes to residents in living spaces that remain their own. Forty-six beds place Madison House among smaller communities, which may suit someone who would rather live somewhere with fewer people to get to know. Oxford Nebraska Capital LLC is the operator, with Candace Gibson as its administrator here.

Contact Madison House

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Nebraska

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Nebraska Medicaid cover assisted living?

Nebraska Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Nebraska) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 176 assisted living facilities in Nebraska. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Nebraska?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Nebraska, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Nebraska?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Assisted Living in Nebraska at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,428The average monthly cost across facilities in Nebraska. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Nebraska. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Nebraska. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90