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Best Assisted Living in Nebraska

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 286 homes in Nebraska

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Nebraska Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Assisted Living around Nebraska The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

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Gateway Vista
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Lincoln (Culler)
80No 71 Medicaid and Medicare (80)18 90.0% A+Tonya NoackGateway Properties, Inc.168885
Remington Heights Retirement
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RH

Retirement Homes

Omaha (West Omaha)
79Yes 45 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed25 36.7% A+Heather Holmes-7325
Riverside Lodge Retirement Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Grand Island
75Yes 35 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed37-A+Kimberly Andrews-7000
Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Omaha (Millard)
75Yes 76 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 81.3% -Douglas WilliamsWell Nebraska Tenant Llc11747
Aksarben Village Senior Living Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Omaha (South Central Omaha)
105Yes 48 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed10-A+Colleen JonesMid O, Lp7000
Westgate Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Omaha (South Central Omaha)
80Yes 50 Studio / Deluxe / 1 Bed35 75.0% A+Verlynn WinnickiSnh Neb Tenant Llc6411
Ridgewood Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Bennington
88Yes 6 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed16 72.7% A+Sarah GebhardtGahc3 Bennington Ne Alf Trs Sub, Llc11426
The Heritage at Shalimar Gardens
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Fremont (East 29Th Street)
100Yes 43 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 49.0% -Michelle CallahanShalimar, Llc8524
Valley Lakes
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Valley (Orchard Gardens Assisted Living & Retirement Community)
64Yes 18 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 87.5% -Joseph Braga-95313
Morningside of Concord
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Concord
105Yes 29 Studio / 1 Bed-----200749
Heritage Ridge
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bellevue
160Yes 44 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed18 54.4% A+Autumn Durham-3112
Symphony Pointe
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Elkhorn
115Yes 16 Private Rooms---Shawn LahrLive Good Omaha, Llc1000
The Heritage at Legacy
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Omaha (West Omaha)
135No 11 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed10 57.8% A+Shelley Miller-8212
Broadwell Senior Living Kearney
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Kearney
90Yes 4 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---Twila Knaggs-0000
AVIVA Woodlands
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Lincoln (Gable Pines Road)
107No 12 -- 79.4% -Candyce HaydenLincoln 9421 Opco, Llc8200
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Shiloh Place is an assisted living facility located in Fremont, Nebraska. It offers a family-like environment with various support services, including home-cooked meals, transportation, and access to religious services. The facility welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and provides a safe and comfortable living arrangement.
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Shiloh Place is an assisted living facility located in Fremont, Nebraska. It offers a family-like environment with various support services, including home-cooked meals, transportation, and access to religious services. The facility welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and provides a safe and comfortable living arrangement.

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Fallbrook Assisted Living & Memory Care is a senior living community located in Lincoln, NE. It offers a lifestyle focused on providing security and comfort for residents. The facility provides both assisted living and memory care services.
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Fallbrook Assisted Living & Memory Care is a senior living community located in Lincoln, NE. It offers a lifestyle focused on providing security and comfort for residents. The facility provides both assisted living and memory care services.

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Lakeview Living is an assisted living facility located just south of Lincoln in Firth, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including traditional long-term care, post-acute care, hospice care, and respite care. Residents enjoy amenities such as housekeeping, dining with table service, and various recreational activities.
Overview of Lakeview Living
Lakeview Living is an assisted living facility located just south of Lincoln in Firth, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including traditional long-term care, post-acute care, hospice care, and respite care. Residents enjoy amenities such as housekeeping, dining with table service, and various recreational activities.

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Meadowlark Pointe is an assisted living facility located in Cozad, Nebraska. It offers various levels of assisted living care and activities for residents. The facility is locally owned and operated by Cozad Community Health System.
Overview of Meadowlark Pointe Assisted Living
Meadowlark Pointe is an assisted living facility located in Cozad, Nebraska. It offers various levels of assisted living care and activities for residents. The facility is locally owned and operated by Cozad Community Health System.

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Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is committed to promoting health, healing, and wellness at every level for residents. It offers long and short term care services, orthopedic rehab, cardiac recovery, and skilled nursing. The facility provides individualized care plans and has a dedicated staff to support residents' recovery.
Overview of Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus is committed to promoting health, healing, and wellness at every level for residents. It offers long and short term care services, orthopedic rehab, cardiac recovery, and skilled nursing. The facility provides individualized care plans and has a dedicated staff to support residents' recovery.

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Off Broadway Apartments is a senior living facility in Broken Bow, Nebraska. It offers assisted and independent living with a focus on providing a homelike atmosphere and personalized care. Residents enjoy three meals a day, social opportunities, and a supportive environment.
Overview of Off Broadway Apartments
Off Broadway Apartments is a senior living facility in Broken Bow, Nebraska. It offers assisted and independent living with a focus on providing a homelike atmosphere and personalized care. Residents enjoy three meals a day, social opportunities, and a supportive environment.

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Prairie Winds Assisted Living is located in Doniphan, Nebraska. It provides an environment that encourages independence while offering care and services. The facility emphasizes a family atmosphere and community involvement.
Overview of Prairie Winds Assisted Living
Prairie Winds Assisted Living is located in Doniphan, Nebraska. It provides an environment that encourages independence while offering care and services. The facility emphasizes a family atmosphere and community involvement.

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Oxbow Living Center is a senior housing community in Ashland, Nebraska. It offers assisted living and memory care services in a secure environment. Residents can enjoy great food, social activities, and a caring staff.
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Oxbow Living Center is a senior housing community in Ashland, Nebraska. It offers assisted living and memory care services in a secure environment. Residents can enjoy great food, social activities, and a caring staff.

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Highland Park Assisted Living provides a quality of care and a quality of life unsurpassed by competitors. It offers personalized assistance, supportive services, and dignified care in a family setting. The facility is dedicated to creating a warm, cheerful, and attentive atmosphere for seniors.
Overview of Highland Park Assisted Living
Highland Park Assisted Living provides a quality of care and a quality of life unsurpassed by competitors. It offers personalized assistance, supportive services, and dignified care in a family setting. The facility is dedicated to creating a warm, cheerful, and attentive atmosphere for seniors.

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Cottonwood Villa

450 SOUTH MAIN STREET, AINSWORTH, NE 69210
Cottonwood Villa provides assisted living services for a great life. It is located in Ainsworth, a thriving rural community in north central Nebraska. The facility offers a full range of health services and social activities throughout the year.
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Cottonwood Villa provides assisted living services for a great life. It is located in Ainsworth, a thriving rural community in north central Nebraska. The facility offers a full range of health services and social activities throughout the year.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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