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Best Assisted Living in Nebraska

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 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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Known as the “Cornhusker State,” Nebraska is a land of open skies, tight-knit communities, and a deep appreciation for its agricultural roots. Life in Nebraska is marked by affordable living, diverse and stunning landscapes, and welcoming assisted living communities, making it an ideal place to spend your golden years. The city’s senior communities provide useful amenities like fitness centers, walking trails, a clubhouse, meeting rooms, and more for residents to enjoy. Whether it’s the friendly faces or the tranquil surroundings, Nebraska provides a warm and welcoming environment for seniors seeking a serene and supportive place to call home.

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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)
80
No
71
Medicaid and Medicare (80)
18
90.0%
A+
Tonya Noack
Gateway Properties, Inc.
8
8
85
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)
79
Yes
45
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
36.7%
A+
Heather Holmes
-
3
2
5
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
75
Yes
35
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
-
A+
Kimberly Andrews
-
0
0
0
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)
75
Yes
76
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
-
81.3%
-
Douglas Williams
Well Nebraska Tenant Llc
7
4
7
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)
105
Yes
48
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
-
A+
Colleen Jones
Mid O, Lp
0
0
0
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)
80
Yes
50
Studio / Deluxe / 1 Bed
35
75.0%
A+
Verlynn Winnicki
Snh Neb Tenant Llc
4
1
1
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
88
Yes
6
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
16
72.7%
A+
Sarah Gebhardt
Gahc3 Bennington Ne Alf Trs Sub, Llc
4
2
6
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
100
Yes
43
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
-
49.0%
-
Michelle Callahan
Shalimar, Llc
5
2
4
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
64
Yes
18
1 Bed / 2 Bed
-
87.5%
-
Joseph Braga
-
5
3
13
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
105
Yes
29
Studio / 1 Bed
-
-
-
-
-
0
7
49
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
160
Yes
44
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
54.4%
A+
Autumn Durham
-
1
1
2
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 (Elkhorn)
115
Yes
16
Private Rooms
-
-
-
Shawn Lahr
Live Good Omaha, Llc
0
0
0
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)
135
No
11
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
57.8%
A+
Shelley Miller
-
2
1
2
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
90
Yes
4
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
-
-
-
Twila Knaggs
-
0
0
0
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
107
No
12
-
-
79.4%
-
Candyce Hayden
Lincoln 9421 Opco, Llc
2
0
0
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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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Tabitha at Prairie Commons is Grand Island’s premier living experience, offering bright and airy apartments and thoughtful amenities. The community provides a full range of quality services for older adults, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living with around-the-clock personal care and enriching activities focused on health and wellness.
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Tabitha at Prairie Commons is Grand Island’s premier living experience, offering bright and airy apartments and thoughtful amenities. The community provides a full range of quality services for older adults, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy maintenance-free living with around-the-clock personal care and enriching activities focused on health and wellness.
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Tabitha Nursing Center at Crete offers top-notch support in a loving atmosphere with all the comforts of home. It features residential-style living with around-the-clock nursing and caregiving support. The center provides a dynamic life enrichment program with various social, recreational, and wellness activities.
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Tabitha Nursing Center at Crete offers top-notch support in a loving atmosphere with all the comforts of home. It features residential-style living with around-the-clock nursing and caregiving support. The center provides a dynamic life enrichment program with various social, recreational, and wellness activities.
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The Oaks at Central City is a senior living facility located in Central City, Nebraska. It offers secure memory care and mental health services, along with skilled nursing and rehabilitation care. The facility is committed to providing quality care tailored to the needs of its residents.
Overview of The Oaks at Central City
The Oaks at Central City is a senior living facility located in Central City, Nebraska. It offers secure memory care and mental health services, along with skilled nursing and rehabilitation care. The facility is committed to providing quality care tailored to the needs of its residents.
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The Pines at Blue Hill is a senior living facility located in Blue Hill, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The facility is committed to providing quality care tailored to the needs of its residents.
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The Pines at Blue Hill is a senior living facility located in Blue Hill, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The facility is committed to providing quality care tailored to the needs of its residents.
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St. Joseph's Hillside Villa is a skilled long-term care community in West Point, NE. It is dedicated to maximizing residents' comfort, well-being, and quality of life. The facility provides various levels of care, including assisted living and skilled nursing.
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St. Joseph's Hillside Villa is a skilled long-term care community in West Point, NE. It is dedicated to maximizing residents' comfort, well-being, and quality of life. The facility provides various levels of care, including assisted living and skilled nursing.
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The Meadows at Ashland is a townhome community located in scenic Ashland, Ohio, in the heart of Amish country. It offers attractive amenities of condominium living. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere and is situated near various attractions.
Overview of The Meadows at Ashland
The Meadows at Ashland is a townhome community located in scenic Ashland, Ohio, in the heart of Amish country. It offers attractive amenities of condominium living. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere and is situated near various attractions.
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The Mulberry at Waverly is a senior living facility located in Waverly, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The facility is committed to providing quality care in a compassionate environment.
Overview of The Mulberry at Waverly
The Mulberry at Waverly is a senior living facility located in Waverly, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The facility is committed to providing quality care in a compassionate environment.
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The Cypress at Midtown is a senior living facility located in Omaha, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The facility is committed to providing quality care tailored to the needs of its residents.
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The Cypress at Midtown is a senior living facility located in Omaha, Nebraska. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The facility is committed to providing quality care tailored to the needs of its residents.
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The Palm at Regency Square is a senior living facility located in South Sioux City, NE. It offers assisted living services to support residents in their daily activities while promoting independence. The facility is part of Avid Healthcare Group, which is committed to providing quality care.
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The Palm at Regency Square is a senior living facility located in South Sioux City, NE. It offers assisted living services to support residents in their daily activities while promoting independence. The facility is part of Avid Healthcare Group, which is committed to providing quality care.
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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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