Best Assisted Living in Lincoln, NE

Updated May 2026

We analyzed 18 homes in Lincoln, NE

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

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Avg. Monthly cost: $5,000

National average: $5,600

Monthly cost range: $4,500–$7,100

National average: $3,400 – $8,200

Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:6 to 1:12

National average: 1:6

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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)	80 Facility 80 NE AVG 82 Rank #85 / 228	No	71 Facility 71 NE AVG 46 Rank #43 / 298	Medicaid and Medicare (80)	18 Facility 18 NE AVG 28 Rank #45 / 57	90.0% Facility 90.0% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #32 / 190	A+	Tonya Noack	Gateway Properties, Inc.	16	8 Facility 8 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #136 / 196	8 Facility 8 NE AVG 7 Rank #98 / 196	85 Facility 85 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #142 / 196	5.3 Facility 5.3 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #176 / 196
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)	107 Facility 107 NE AVG 82 Rank #57 / 228	No	12 Facility 12 NE AVG 46 Rank #269 / 298	-	-	79.4% Facility 79.4% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #86 / 190	-	Candyce Hayden	Lincoln 9421 Opco, LLC	8	2 Facility 2 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #48 / 196	- Facility - NE AVG 7 Rank #1 / 196	0 Facility 0 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #1 / 196	0.0 Facility 0.0 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #1 / 196
The Residence at Gramercy	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 (A Street)	130 Facility 130 NE AVG 82 Rank #36 / 228	Yes	53 Facility 53 NE AVG 46 Rank #127 / 298	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	79.2% Facility 79.2% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #88 / 190	-	Sylvia Slatten	Cima Lincoln Gramercy Oppo LLC	6	3 Facility 3 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #63 / 196	2 Facility 2 NE AVG 7 Rank #50 / 196	3 Facility 3 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #48 / 196	0.5 Facility 0.5 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #52 / 196
The Lexington 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.	Lincoln (Pioneers Boulevard)	104 Facility 104 NE AVG 82 Rank #61 / 228	No	57 Facility 57 NE AVG 46 Rank #101 / 298	-	26 Facility 26 NE AVG 28 Rank #32 / 57	88.5% Facility 88.5% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #40 / 190	A+	Stacey Greenfield	The Lincoln Alf, Ltd	7	2 Facility 2 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #48 / 196	1 Facility 1 NE AVG 7 Rank #30 / 196	1 Facility 1 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #30 / 196	0.1 Facility 0.1 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #30 / 196
Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Van Dorn	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 (Van Dorn Meadows)	84 Facility 84 NE AVG 82 Rank #80 / 228	No	55 Facility 55 NE AVG 46 Rank #113 / 298	-	-	-	-	Catherine Horner	Well Nebraska Tenant LLC	-	-	-	-	-
Old Cheney Rehabilitation	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 (Kensington Office Park)	47 Facility 47 NE AVG 82 Rank #170 / 228	No	46 Facility 46 NE AVG 46 Rank #161 / 298	Medicaid and Medicare (47)	-	48.9% Facility 48.9% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #168 / 190	-	Kylee Johnston	Snf Lincoln Operating Company, LLC	10	3 Facility 3 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #63 / 196	2 Facility 2 NE AVG 7 Rank #50 / 196	14 Facility 14 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #76 / 196	1.4 Facility 1.4 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #72 / 196
Southlake Village Rehabilitation & Care Center, Inc.	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. 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.	Lincoln (Andermatt Drive)	126 Facility 126 NE AVG 82 Rank #43 / 228	No	26 Facility 26 NE AVG 46 Rank #233 / 298	Medicaid and Medicare (126)	42 Facility 42 NE AVG 28 Rank #3 / 57	88.9% Facility 88.9% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #37 / 190	A+	David Bergmann	Vsl Lincoln Southlake, LLC	30	13 Facility 13 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #167 / 196	13 Facility 13 NE AVG 7 Rank #166 / 196	68 Facility 68 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #126 / 196	2.3 Facility 2.3 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #85 / 196
Pemberly Place	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 (Portsche Heights)	140 Facility 140 NE AVG 82 Rank #27 / 228	No	20 Facility 20 NE AVG 46 Rank #248 / 298	-	8 Facility 8 NE AVG 28 Rank #55 / 57	-	-	Tracy Magill	-	3	- Facility - NE AVG 6.6 Rank #1 / 196	- Facility - NE AVG 7 Rank #1 / 196	0 Facility 0 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #1 / 196	0.0 Facility 0.0 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #1 / 196
The Waterford At Williamsburg 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.	Lincoln	44 Facility 44 NE AVG 82 Rank #188 / 228	No	34 Facility 34 NE AVG 46 Rank #208 / 298	-	26 Facility 26 NE AVG 28 Rank #32 / 57	79.5% Facility 79.5% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #84 / 190	-	Jura Michael	The Waterford Group, Inc.	9	5 Facility 5 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #94 / 196	3 Facility 3 NE AVG 7 Rank #67 / 196	3 Facility 3 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #48 / 196	0.3 Facility 0.3 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #37 / 196
Tabitha Residence – Cove House	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 (Williamsburg Park Apartments)	50 Facility 50 NE AVG 82 Rank #155 / 228	No	61 Facility 61 NE AVG 46 Rank #76 / 298	-	-	65.2% Facility 65.2% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #136 / 190	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Country House at Lincoln (70th & O)	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.	Lincoln	-	No	70 Facility 70 NE AVG 46 Rank #45 / 298	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Country House at Lincoln (84th & Pine Lake)	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.	Lincoln (Covenant)	-	No	23 Facility 23 NE AVG 46 Rank #239 / 298	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Tabitha Nursing and Rehabilitation Center	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. 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.	Lincoln (Witherbee)	208 Facility 208 NE AVG 82 Rank #5 / 228	No	59 Facility 59 NE AVG 46 Rank #85 / 298	-	-	81.7% Facility 81.7% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #70 / 190	A+	-	-	28	19 Facility 19 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #186 / 196	11 Facility 11 NE AVG 7 Rank #147 / 196	100 Facility 100 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #164 / 196	3.6 Facility 3.6 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #121 / 196
Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center	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. 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.	Lincoln (Normal Boulevard)	97 Facility 97 NE AVG 82 Rank #68 / 228	No	21 Facility 21 NE AVG 46 Rank #245 / 298	Medicaid and Medicare (97)	53 Facility 53 NE AVG 28 Rank #2 / 57	62.9% Facility 62.9% NE AVG 72.3% Rank #141 / 190	A+	Crystal Schell	Holmes Lake Operations LLC	21	10 Facility 10 NE AVG 6.6 Rank #146 / 196	12 Facility 12 NE AVG 7 Rank #157 / 196	79 Facility 79 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #136 / 196	3.8 Facility 3.8 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #128 / 196
Fallbrook Assisted Living & Memory 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	131 Facility 131 NE AVG 82 Rank #34 / 228	No	15 Facility 15 NE AVG 46 Rank #262 / 298	-	-	-	-	Administrator Katie Mathiesen	-	3	- Facility - NE AVG 6.6 Rank #1 / 196	- Facility - NE AVG 7 Rank #1 / 196	0 Facility 0 NE AVG 50.8 Rank #1 / 196	0.0 Facility 0.0 NE AVG 2.6 Rank #1 / 196

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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What is the average cost of assisted living in Lincoln, NE?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Lincoln, NE is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Lincoln, NE?

Assisted living in Lincoln, NE typically ranges from $4,500–$7,100 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Lincoln, NE?

Assisted living facilities in Lincoln, NE typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Lincoln, NE?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~40–50 licensed assisted living facilities in Lincoln, NE.

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.

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Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Van Dorn

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Old Cheney Rehabilitation

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Pemberly Place

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The Waterford At Williamsburg Assisted Living

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Country House at Lincoln (70th & O)

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