
Compare Independent Living around Nebraska
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.
| Tabitha Residence – Cove House | IL AL HC HOS MC NH RC SNF | Lincoln (Williamsburg Park Apartments) | 50
Facility
50
NE AVG
82
Rank
#154 / 227 | No |
61
Facility
61
NE AVG
46
Rank
#75 / 296 | - | - | 56.2% | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation and | IL HC HOS NH SNF | Elkhorn | 140
Facility
140
NE AVG
82
Rank
#26 / 227 | No |
6
Facility
6
NE AVG
46
Rank
#275 / 296 | - | - | 91.4% | - | Administrator Jason Nitz | - | 3 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 157 | 2
Facility
2
NE AVG
15
Rank
#49 / 157 | 3
Facility
3
NE AVG
52
Rank
#47 / 157 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#63 / 157 |
| Brookestone Gardens | IL AL NH SNF | Kearney | 54
Facility
54
NE AVG
82
Rank
#148 / 227 | No |
89
Facility
89
NE AVG
46
Rank
#1 / 296 | - | - | 0 | - | Administrator Andrew Wismer | - | 8 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 157 | 1
Facility
1
NE AVG
15
Rank
#29 / 157 | 5
Facility
5
NE AVG
52
Rank
#60 / 157 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#55 / 157 |
| Heritage Crossings | IL ADC AL NH SNF | Geneva | 30
Facility
30
NE AVG
82
Rank
#221 / 227 | No |
45
Facility
45
NE AVG
46
Rank
#167 / 296 | - | - | - | - | Administrator Sherri Due | - | 17 | 5
Facility
5
NE AVG
8
Rank
#78 / 157 | 11
Facility
11
NE AVG
15
Rank
#120 / 157 | 61
Facility
61
NE AVG
52
Rank
#97 / 157 | 3.6
Facility
3.6
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#103 / 157 |
| Aksarben Village Senior Living Community | IL AL MC | Omaha (South Central Omaha) | 105
Facility
105
NE AVG
82
Rank
#58 / 227 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
NE AVG
46
Rank
#151 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
NE AVG
28
Rank
#52 / 57 | - | A+ | Colleen Jones | Mid O, LP | 7 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 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 |
| Riverside Lodge Retirement Community | IL AL MC RC | Grand Island | 75
Facility
75
NE AVG
82
Rank
#91 / 227 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
NE AVG
46
Rank
#197 / 296 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 38
Facility
38
NE AVG
28
Rank
#14 / 57 | - | A+ | Kimberly Andrews | - | 7 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 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 |
| Bailey Pointe on Van Dorn | IL AL | Lincoln (Van Dorn Meadows) | 84
Facility
84
NE AVG
82
Rank
#78 / 227 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
NE AVG
46
Rank
#128 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | Catherine Horner | Well Nebraska Tenant LLC | 6 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 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 |
| Trinity Village | IL AL HOS | Papillion | 35
Facility
35
NE AVG
82
Rank
#209 / 227 | Yes |
49
Facility
49
NE AVG
46
Rank
#147 / 296 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 20
Facility
20
NE AVG
28
Rank
#41 / 57 | - | A+ | Lyndsy Engel | Omaha Ne 68154 Suite 500 | 5 | 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 |
| Symphony Pointe | IL AL MC RC | Elkhorn | 115
Facility
115
NE AVG
82
Rank
#47 / 227 | Yes |
16
Facility
16
NE AVG
46
Rank
#259 / 296 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | Shawn Lahr | Live Good Omaha, LLC | 1 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 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 |
| The Residence at Gramercy | IL AL RC | Lincoln (A Street) | 130
Facility
130
NE AVG
82
Rank
#35 / 227 | Yes |
53
Facility
53
NE AVG
46
Rank
#126 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | 79.2% | - | Sylvia Slatten | Cima Lincoln Gramercy Oppo LLC | 6 | 3
Facility
3
NE AVG
8
Rank
#55 / 157 | 2
Facility
2
NE AVG
15
Rank
#49 / 157 | 3
Facility
3
NE AVG
52
Rank
#47 / 157 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#51 / 157 |
| Nye Square | IL AL HC MC RC SNF | Fremont (West 23Rd Street) | 50
Facility
50
NE AVG
82
Rank
#154 / 227 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
NE AVG
46
Rank
#154 / 296 | - | 18
Facility
18
NE AVG
28
Rank
#45 / 57 | - | A+ | Belina Brooke | - | 4 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 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 |
| Prairie Village Retirement Center | IL AL | 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 |
| Heritage Ridge | IL AL MC RC | Bellevue | 160
Facility
160
NE AVG
82
Rank
#16 / 227 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
NE AVG
46
Rank
#171 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
NE AVG
28
Rank
#45 / 57 | 54.4% | - | Autumn Durham | - | 3 | 1
Facility
1
NE AVG
8
Rank
#29 / 157 | 1
Facility
1
NE AVG
15
Rank
#29 / 157 | 2
Facility
2
NE AVG
52
Rank
#41 / 157 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#58 / 157 |
| Ridgewood Senior Living | IL AL MC RC | Bennington | 88
Facility
88
NE AVG
82
Rank
#73 / 227 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
NE AVG
46
Rank
#275 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 17
Facility
17
NE AVG
28
Rank
#50 / 57 | 72.7% | A+ | Sarah Gebhardt | Gahc3 Bennington Ne Alf Trs Sub, LLC | 11 | 4
Facility
4
NE AVG
8
Rank
#63 / 157 | 2
Facility
2
NE AVG
15
Rank
#49 / 157 | 6
Facility
6
NE AVG
52
Rank
#62 / 157 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#51 / 157 |
| Crown Pointe | IL AL MC RC | Omaha (South Central Omaha) | 142
Facility
142
NE AVG
82
Rank
#25 / 227 | Yes |
63
Facility
63
NE AVG
46
Rank
#66 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 40
Facility
40
NE AVG
28
Rank
#10 / 57 | - | A+ | Todd Milbrandt | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Broadwell Senior Living in Kearney is a resident-focused community offering comprehensive independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Beyond its well-appointed apartment homes, the community boasts premium interiors and a vibrant ambiance. The environment is thoughtfully designed with well-lit spaces, spacious layouts, and a pet-friendly atmosphere, creating a happy place that enriches the mind, body, and spirit through holistic wellness. The high level of care and diverse amenities provided at Broadwell Senior Living make it a premium option for seniors looking to enjoy a fulfilling and supportive living environment.
This community is characterized by restaurant-style dining with a chef-prepared, seasonal menu, contributing to the overall positive atmosphere. Broadwell Senior Living in Kearney offers a range of amenities, including walking paths, a fitness center, and transportation services. With features like housekeeping, laundry service, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and individualized support, this community ensures every day is stress-free.
Pember Place is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community that has served the people of Lincoln; they have always been the community where they proudly raise residents to thrive and grow as individuals. The senior living community ensures that residents are able to create a home for their residents and staff; a home where memories can be made with the new set of meaningful relationships created. Pemberly Place is where the pursuit of happiness begins, focusing on a lifestyle that is encouraging and empowering for all residents.
It has provided a comfortable environment for its residents with their semi-private and private room options available; as well as laundry and housekeeping services are done for each room, ADLs such as medication management, bathing, grooming are also provided.
For seniors in the Omaha area, The Heritage at Legacy provides a comprehensive continuum of care that adapts to resident needs as they change to promote better and easier living. Settling into a community that prioritizes and celebrates the uniqueness of each resident ensures that the transition from home to The Heritage, is stress-free, exciting, and preserves that touch of home feeling. Independent living assisted living, memory care for those grappling with the challenges of memory loss illnesses like Alzheimer’s and dementia, home health, and hospice care are handled by duly certified and compassionate team members.
Cozy yet elegant living spaces allow residents to relax in the safety and security of The Heritage, while chores like housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, as well as personal care and medical support, are all taken care of. Residents can spend their time doing what they enjoy, maybe learning a new thing or two, forging new friendships in the community, or exploring nearby destinations they’ve always wanted to see, thanks to scheduled transportation services. With so much to do and the time to do these, life at The Heritage is as exciting as it is comfortable.
Located on Ash Street in the rural Nebraska community of Wakefield, Wakefield Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility with 40 beds. It serves residents who require nursing care, rehabilitation, and ongoing medical support. Its current occupancy is 55%. Owned by Wakefield Care Center, it accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, providing families several ways to cover both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term skilled care.
The facility provides daily nurse staffing averaging 5 hours and 25 minutes per resident. It includes registered nursing care, nurse aide care, and licensed practical nursing. This nursing support is an important part of the care provided at the facility.
The home also offers rehabilitation services and partners with PMC Outpatient Therapy. This allows residents to receive therapeutic care either on-site or through outpatient appointments. Those transitioning toward greater independence will benefit from the facility’s Independent Ash Street Apartments on the same campus.
Residents stay an average of 372 days, suggesting that many remain for ongoing care rather than short-term recovery. Wakefield is located in a moderately walkable community with a Walk Score of 50. Visiting family members can run some errands on foot, but most trips require a short drive.
Resting gracefully in Nebraska, Primrose Retirement Community of Grand Island stands as a gem, offering a home for seniors navigating the journey of their golden years. Here, challenges are met with unwavering support. Within these welcoming walls, residents discover a vibrant home where a world of possibilities awaits. From private balconies and serene patios to beautifully manicured raised flower gardens, every space is designed to inspire. Therapy services stand ready to enhance well-being, while the proximity to doctor’s offices and a hospital ensures a sense of security.
The community’s bistro and wellness center beckon, complemented by scheduled transportation for convenience. A library, ice cream parlor, and chapel are among the many offerings that foster connections and cater to diverse interests. Notably, the emergency response system adds an extra layer of reassurance. At the heart of Primrose Retirement Community lies a commitment to providing exceptional assisted living for seniors and independent living services. The warmth and respect exuded by the staff create an environment where residents feel truly valued.
The Heritage at Sterling Ridge in Omaha, Nebraska, serves seniors via a comprehensive care continuum: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care all on one 135-bed campus in West Omaha. It has built experience supporting seniors across multiple care levels and conditions since its inauguration 11 years ago. This includes those with memory loss issues who benefit from specialized programming.
The facility, led by founder and CEO Farhan Khan with administrator Ashley Hinrichs, has a fully licensed team of nurses, caregivers, and aides. Occupants get diligent assistance with housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and personal care, from bathing and grooming to medication management and medical oversight, as part of the home’s extensive support model. Daily life balances care with life quality. An on-site movie theater, salon and barbershop services, fitness and educational classes, plus regular community events keep residents mentally and physically engaged. Meanwhile, the location scores 32 on walkability. This means visitors and residents will mostly rely on transportation, though the West Omaha setting is in a calmer residential neighborhood. The home currently operates at 60 percent occupancy (81 of 135 beds). To cater to different preferences and needs, it offers a blend of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans.
The facility’s inspection record shows it’s performing substantially better than Nebraska’s average, with 94 percent fewer deficiencies annually since the past decade.
For families assessing the care continuum model, where residents can age in place without moving between facilities, the property’s multi-level setup under one management may simplify the transition process. Its long operating history and solid compliance record bolster confidence in its capacity to handle residents’ evolving care needs.
Elk Ridge Village located in Douglas, NE, is a senior living community by Dial Senior Living, which offers independent living conveniences and amenities, as well as assisted living and memory care services. Their independent living option provides their residents with spacious accommodation options that feature big living areas, and comfortable bedrooms, as well as private bathrooms and kitchen.
Additionally they offer an incredible array of amenities aimed to provide its residents with a worry-free, maintenance free lifestyle. From chef prepared dining experiences, residents wouldn’t always need to worry about what to cook next. Transportation to medical appointments, shopping and outings, ensure the safety of the residents whether they are inside or outside the community. And bi-weekly housekeeping services ensure that the community is always clean, creating a safer environment for everyone.
Nestled in the peaceful community of Sandy Springs, GA, the Somerby Sandy Springs Senior Living is a peculiar community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care programs. A wide range of accommodations with different floor plans tailored to the needs of its residents are provided to further enhance convenience and relaxation.
The community is dedicated to providing a set of above-and-beyond amenities and services, including a delectable full-service fine dining, a bistro and social cafe, a library, a media lounge, a salon/spa, a state-of-the-art health and wellness center. Other social activities packed with schedules also add a premium to maximize the living benefits in this beautiful place. At Somerby Sandy Springs Senior Living, seniors can acquire worthwhile experiences.
An independent living community on North 6th Street in Beatrice, Nebraska, is The Kensington Beatrice. It offers private rooms in a mid-rise building, designed for older adults wanting to stay independent and a nearby residential community’s security and convenience. With nearly four decades of history serving Beatrice occupants, the home has been established as a local option for independent living.
The location scores 79 for walkability, so most everyday errands and many essential services are within a comfortable walking distance. This positioning makes it pragmatic for residents and visiting families who value an accessible neighborhood setting in Beatrice’s downtown area. The facility is in a residential pocket of Beatrice that’s easily navigable, supporting occupants preferring to remain active and mobile in their daily lives.
An on-site tour by families thinking of The Kensington Beatrice is the best way to see private room options, learn about daily living arrangements, and get a sense of its culture and offerings.
Gateway Vista is one of the premier senior living communities in Lincoln. Management and staff are dedicated to promoting the standard of living for seniors who need assistance with daily living but still live an independent lifestyle. Gateway Vista is a continuum-of-care community that uniquely approaches senior care where residents are sure to feel like they belong.
Gateway offers a range of services for its specialties: independent living, assisted living, memory care, outpatient therapy, short-term rehab, traditional skilled care, home health care, and respite care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living 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.
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 Independent Living in Nebraska
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 90 independent living communities in Nebraska. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.



















