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7 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Platte County, NE

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Assisted living costs in Platte County average about $3,644 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in Platte County. Our detailed directory has 26 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Our mother lived at Cottonwood for 14 years. The staff, [name removed], [name removed] and others were very caring and did there best to keep her comfortable and keep us informed about her condition. Mom...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cottonwood Place is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the friendly town of Columbus, Nebraska. We are about four blocks north of Glur Park. In 2012 and 2014 we won the Best Assisted Living Facility in Columbus award and in 2013 we won the Certificate of Achievement for Exceptional...
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The staff was very helpful from the very first day I moved in. They have always asked if there was anything they could help me with. I would recommend Prairie Valley to my family and friends .
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Dad likes the food at Edgewood. The staff have been pretty good at taking care of him and they respond to our questions. The community is clean and well maintained. They offer a variety of activities.
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Edgewood Vista in Columbus! Edgewood's Memory Care in Columbus is a welcoming community completely focused on providing familiarity, compassion, appropriate support and care. Residents live safely and comfortably in a home-like environment. Edgewood in Columbus also provides day care...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Everything is included in the price, and it is very affordable. It is very nice and they even don't charge for medicine.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Platte County, NE

The average cost of senior living in Platte County is $3,644 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Madison, NE with an average of $3,113 per month.

Assisted living costs in Platte County, NE, vs. nearby counties

Platte County, NE
$3,644/mo
$3,368/mo

Assisted living costs in Platte County, NE, vs. state and national averages

Platte County, NE
$3,644/mo
U.S. national average
$4,708/mo

Assisted living costs in Platte County, NE, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,644/mo
$3,644/mo

Assisted living costs in Platte County, NE, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,547/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,212/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,856/mo

Senior living costs in Platte County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Platte County, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlatte County, NENebraskaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,644/mo$4,325/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$3,644/mo$4,313/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$2,447/mo$3,285/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Platte County, NE:$3,644/mo
Nebraska:$4,325/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Platte County, NE:$3,644/mo
Nebraska:$4,313/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Platte County, NE:$2,447/mo
Nebraska:$3,285/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
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Assisted living costs in Platte County, NE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Platte County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Platte County, NE

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Platte County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Platte County, NE$3,487/mo$6,105/mo-42.9%
Nebraska$5,735/mo$4,712/mo+21.7%
National$4,510/mo$4,529/mo-0.4%
Platte County, NE
2024 average cost:$3,487/mo
2023 average cost:$6,105/mo
Percent change:-42.9%
Nebraska
2024 average cost:$5,735/mo
2023 average cost:$4,712/mo
Percent change:+21.7%
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2024 average cost:$4,510/mo
2023 average cost:$4,529/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Platte County, NE

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Platte County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Platte County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Platte County

Prairie Village Retirement Center in Columbus, NE

4.0
Because my own home would be better, I didn't give 5 stars. The meals are good, the help is helpful and friendly and most everyone calls me by my first name. I'm forgetful and was unable to cook for myself so this is ideal for me and I have 2 family members living within 12 miles so I can get ...
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Cottonwood Senior Living in Columbus, NE

4.8
It's a smaller, approx. 40 bed, facility. Has a homey feeling guaranteed compared to other facilities. 3 different styles of rooms to choose. Love the front porch and courtyard with the possibility of having a dog.

Platte County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Platte County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Platte County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Platte County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Platte County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
52.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Platte County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Platte County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Platte County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Platte County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Platte County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Platte County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Platte County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Platte County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Platte County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Nebraska assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Platte County protect seniors.
Learn about Nebraska assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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