Primrose Retirement Community of Grand Island

3990 W Capital Ave, Grand Island, NE 68803, United States
3.8 miles from city center
Description

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.

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Details

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes 497 / 548 - 811 / 1,018 - 1,055 sq. ft
Housing Options Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Amenities

Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Nebraska Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Aged and Disabled Waiver
Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • NE Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
Nebraska Respite Network
NE Respite Network
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • NE Specifics: Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Personal Assistance Services (PAS)
Nebraska Personal Assistance Services
  • General: Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
  • NE Specifics: Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), limited homemaker services, respite (~200 hours/year).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)
  • General: Age 55+, Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • NE Specifics: Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Nebraska Medicare Savings Program
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • NE Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Nebraska SCSEP
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • NE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • NE Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Nebraska Seniors

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual, higher than most states).
  • NE Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
NE Respite Network

Nebraska Respite Network

Eligibility
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • NE Specifics: Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.
Benefits
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
  • NE Specifics: Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), limited homemaker services, respite (~200 hours/year).
Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 55+, Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
  • Asset Limits: $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
  • NE Specifics: Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • NE Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Nebraska SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • NE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • NE Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Comparison Chart

Compare senior living communities around the area
Community
Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed Count
Pets Allowed
Primrose Retirement Community of Grand Island
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Grand Island
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
Yes
Bickford of Grand Island
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Grand Island
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
Yes
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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.
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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.

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