Page 3 of Best Independent Living in Nebraska

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 92 independent living communities in NE using NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NE
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Avg Walk Score: 47/ 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: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Nebraska. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
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.
Good Samaritan Society – Albion
IL
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
MC
RC
Albion
60
Facility 60
NE AVG 81
Rank #102 / 174
No
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 47
Rank #118 / 230
-
42
Facility 42
NE AVG 28
Rank #2 / 53
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #24 / 127
Administrator Gina RankinGood Samaritan Society - Albion19
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 7
Rank #86 / 155
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 15
Rank #100 / 155
53
Facility 53
NE AVG 52
Rank #92 / 155
2.8
Facility 2.8
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #82 / 155
Matelyn Retirement Community
IL
AL
St Paul
66
Facility 66
NE AVG 81
Rank #89 / 174
No
64
Facility 64
NE AVG 47
Rank #49 / 230
--
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #124 / 127
Administrator Paula BosakRenvibe LLC4
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #29 / 155
0.3
Facility 0.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #36 / 155
Grandview Assisted Living Facility
IL
AL
Ord
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 81
Rank #119 / 174
No
62
Facility 62
NE AVG 47
Rank #57 / 230
--
44.0%
Facility 44.0%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #118 / 127
Administrator Megan Gotschall-5
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #29 / 155
0.2
Facility 0.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #32 / 155
Southview Heights
IL
AL
Omaha
70
Facility 70
NE AVG 81
Rank #76 / 174
No
59
Facility 59
NE AVG 47
Rank #67 / 230
--
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #55 / 127
Administrator Raymond Quinn-3
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #29 / 155
0.3
Facility 0.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #36 / 155
Symphony Pointe
IL
AL
MC
RC
Elkhorn
115
Facility 115
NE AVG 81
Rank #35 / 174
Yes
16
Facility 16
NE AVG 47
Rank #207 / 230
Private Rooms--Shawn LahrLive Good Omaha, LLC1
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155
Linden Estates
IL
AL
RC
North Platte
57
Facility 57
NE AVG 81
Rank #110 / 174
No
68
Facility 68
NE AVG 47
Rank #39 / 230
--
77.2%
Facility 77.2%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #67 / 127
Administrator Galeana Huggenberger-9
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 7
Rank #86 / 155
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 15
Rank #64 / 155
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 52
Rank #54 / 155
0.4
Facility 0.4
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #45 / 155
Prairie Village Retirement Center
IL
AL
Columbus
60
Facility 60
NE AVG 81
Rank #102 / 174
Yes
43
Facility 43
NE AVG 47
Rank #144 / 230
Private Rooms--Dawn Pavel-7
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155
Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation and
IL
HC
HOS
NH
SNF
Elkhorn
140
Facility 140
NE AVG 81
Rank #19 / 174
No
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 47
Rank #220 / 230
--
91.4%
Facility 91.4%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #12 / 127
Administrator Jason NitzVsl Elkhorn, LLC3
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 155
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 52
Rank #47 / 155
1.0
Facility 1.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #63 / 155
The Legacy
IL
AL
MC
Lincoln
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 81
Rank #119 / 174
No
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 47
Rank #199 / 230
--
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #55 / 127
Administrator Larry Gadeken-4
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #29 / 155
0.3
Facility 0.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #36 / 155
Pemberly Place
IL
AL
MC
RC
Lincoln (Portsche Heights)
140
Facility 140
NE AVG 81
Rank #19 / 174
No
20
Facility 20
NE AVG 47
Rank #197 / 230
-
8
Facility 8
NE AVG 28
Rank #51 / 53
-Tracy Magill-3
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NE community we track that reports that metric, not just the 92 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society – Albion

Good Samaritan Society, Albion offers assisted living, adult day care, home care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Albion, Nebraska. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs temporary support.

Adult day care serves someone who lives elsewhere during the daytime, home care brings support to a person’s own home, and hospice care addresses end of life needs. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time, or a family seeking short term support while a caregiver travels or recovers. The community has 60 beds, with rooms ranging from studios to two bedroom units, including a two bedroom layout for someone moving in with a companion.

The starting price is $3,541 per month, giving families a monthly figure for initial budgeting, and Medicaid is accepted as a payment option for families using that coverage. Administrator Gina Rankin serves as the administrator. Residents can use the hair salon, library, exercise equipment, chapel, outdoor sitting areas, and walking path, while rehabilitation services and a Caregiver Support program extend support beyond daily living arrangements; religious services and transportation are also available. A Walk Score of 50 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain errands independently.

Contact Good Samaritan Society – Albion

Overview of Matelyn Retirement Community

Matelyn Retirement Community offers assisted living and independent living in St Paul, NE. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. With both care levels available, a resident’s needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 66 beds. Paula Bosak serves as administrator, and Renvibe operates the community. A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, this may allow independent access to certain nearby errands.

Contact Matelyn Retirement Community

Overview of Grandview Assisted Living Facility

Grandview Assisted Living Facility is on North 19th Street in Ord, a small town in Valley County, Nebraska. It runs both assisted living and independent living. That mix gives residents a choice: keep more independence, or lean on more help, and shift between the two as things change. Megan Gotschall serves as administrator. The area is moderately walkable, scoring 62, so a few errands are doable on foot.

The building holds 50 beds, of which 22 are filled at time of writing, which means there’s real room for new residents. Apartments come with a kitchenette, a private thermostat, and utilities, cable, and phone hookups included. The facility stays secured 24 hours a day. Every apartment ties into an emergency call system, and residents carry a wireless pendant, so reaching someone is quick no matter the hour.

Nursing care comes from licensed nurses and CNAs, and staff are present at all hours. They handle medication and step in with personal care when a resident needs it. For families who want a watchful, secured setting, that steady coverage is the point.

Day to day, Grandview serves three home-cooked meals, takes care of housekeeping and laundry each week, and runs scheduled transportation. There’s more here than the basics, too. A chapel, a library, private dining rooms, an exercise room, a beauty and barber shop, a therapeutic whirlpool, and an ice cream and coffee spot give residents places to gather. Activities fill out the calendar.

When the state inspects, the attention has gone to fire-safety systems and the safe storage of hazardous materials. What families get here is a small, well-equipped community with staff on hand around the clock.

Contact Grandview Assisted Living Facility

Overview of Southview Heights

Southview Heights is a 70-bed community in Omaha, Nebraska, at 5110 South 49th Street, run by administrator Raymond Quinn. It offers both assisted living and independent living, so a resident who arrives fairly independent can move to more support later without changing addresses. The setting is moderately walkable (Walk Score 59). Some errands are doable on foot, though a car still helps.

Living space here means one- and two-bedroom apartments. 56 of the 70 beds are filled, roughly 80 percent occupancy. That matters in a plain way: there is open space, so a family facing a decision on short notice is not staring at a waitlist.

A full-time registered nurse works on-site, staffing runs around the clock, and a 24-hour emergency call system covers the gaps. For a family trying to guess how a parent’s needs might shift, a steady RN presence is the kind of detail worth weighing.

Southview Heights accepts Medicaid and takes part in the Medicaid Waiver and PACE programs, which can open doors that private pay alone would not. Daily life leans on the basics done well: an activities center, a walk-out patio, housekeeping, utilities folded in.

State inspections over the years have touched the usual areas: medication management, fire-safety systems, staffing and credentials, care planning and recordkeeping. Taken as a whole, Southview Heights reads as a mid-sized community built for people who want independence now with real nursing support waiting when they need it.

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Overview of Symphony Pointe

In Elkhorn, Nebraska, Symphony Pointe emerges as a distinguished senior living community, seamlessly intertwining independent living, assisted living, and memory care services within its elegant surroundings. Each private residence is thoughtfully adorned with upscale furnishings, creating a haven of comfort and style. Symphony Pointe invites active seniors to embrace life at full volume, where elegance and aging converge in one harmonious place.

In assisted living, residents experience a chorus of support within luxurious surroundings, offering peace of mind with a dedicated team of experts always ready to meet their needs. For those seeking independent living, Symphony Pointe provides a symphony of choices. Residents orchestrate their days as they please, indulging in fine dining, concierge services, and curated events. In specialized care, Symphony Pointe artfully conducts joy each day through its memory care program. Residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia thrive in a vibrant and beautiful community, receiving world-class memory care support. Symphony Pointe is where every note of senior living is composed with care and compassion.

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Linden Estates

3700 West Philip Ave, North Platte, NE 69101
Overview of Linden Estates

Linden Estates has kept a small footprint in North Platte, Nebraska. It’s a 57-bed community at 3700 West Philip Avenue, run by administrator Galeana Huggenberger, and it combines assisted living with independent living on one campus. The neighborhood is moderately walkable (Walk Score 68). Some errands work on foot. Most still mean a short drive.

That combined model matters for families since it means a resident can start in independent living and shift to assisted living without packing up and moving to a new address when their needs change. Right now 44 of the 57 beds are filled, which puts occupancy at 77 percent.

The care options stretch past everyday support, where respite care gives families a short-term bridge when they need one. Home health and hospice are available on-site, so residents don’t have to leave for skilled or end-of-life care.

State inspections have focused on routine ground: food service, housekeeping, and resident rights, rather than direct clinical care. Medicaid is accepted, which eases the math for families planning longer-term coverage.

What Linden Estates offers is steadiness for older adults who want to stay near home and keep the door open to more support later. That flexibility, more than anything, is what the setup adds up to.

Contact Linden Estates

Overview of Prairie Village Retirement Center

Prairie Village Retirement Center, situated in Columbus, Nebraska, stands out as a not-for-profit retirement community, ensuring genuine and reliable services. Emphasizing the values of freedom and independence without compromising on security and support, Prairie Village has well-trained staff dedicated to providing top-notch assisted living and independent living options. Their thoughtfully designed apartments prioritize comfort and character, with a range of studio or one-bedroom units and beautiful outdoor spaces that residents can enjoy.

The community is equipped with essential features such as an emergency call system and medication administration, ensuring residents’ safety and well-being. Each apartment is designed for a laid-back lifestyle, featuring amenities like carpet and vinyl flooring, individual control for heating and air conditioning, smoke alarms, and more. Prairie Village Retirement Center is not just a place to live; it’s a haven where residents can embrace a relaxed and fulfilling life in a community that prioritizes their needs and preferences.

Contact Prairie Village Retirement Center

Overview of Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation And

Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation And provides skilled nursing, independent living, home care, and hospice care in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Home care supports services delivered in a resident’s own home, and hospice care addresses end-of-life needs.

Care needs can change over time. Because independent living and nursing care are both available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs may grow without requiring a move to another community. The home has 140 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for covered or privately funded care. Administrator Jason Nitz oversees the community, which is operated by Vsl Elkhorn. Private rooms provide an individual living space, while companion rooms suit residents who want to share a room.

Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab or sub-acute care support someone recovering while receiving therapy in a nursing care setting. There are three courtyards, including a koi pond, Japanese garden, rose garden, and sitting areas. Residents can also use a salon and spa, chapels for religious services, and dining rooms with open dining times.

Contact Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation and

Overview of The Legacy
The Legacy is an assisted living and memory care facility located in Morris, MN. It offers services tailored to meet the individual needs of residents, focusing on choice, dignity, and independence. The facility is licensed as a Comprehensive Home Care Provider and accepts various payment options including Long Term Care Insurance.

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Overview of Pemberly Place

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. 

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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 92 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.