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The cost of independent living in Brainard is about $3,949 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 129 options. Read 1113 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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2121 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.8
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The staff treats the residents with patience, respect, and dignity. I have worked at many facilities and had loved ones and friends who I visited often. I have never seen residents treated with such dignity...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Discover the sweet life at Marquis Place of Elkhorn, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Our property invites residents to come together and enjoy the luxury of spacious apartments. Each of our units combines the very best safety features along with...
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1111 Floor plans available
9.7
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34 reviews
9.7
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[name removed] worked hard to find the person I wanted to visit. So helpful. Such a neat place . Beautiful. So clean. Beautiful entrance. Thank [name removed] for her help. So cheerful. We come here to...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Savannah Pines Retirement is Lincoln, NE's Premier independent living community. Savannah Pines Retirement Resort comprises 119 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one,  two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Savannah Pines Retirement is...
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2727 Floor plans available
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I only left because my husband needed more medical care. I loved it at Rolling Hills. I really liked everything about Rolling Hills! The administration people were wonderful to work with the workers were all...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Rolling Hills Ranch provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet suburb of Omaha, you'll love the elegance of our facilities, friendly staff and the convenience of being close to the amenities of the nearby city....
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9.6
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71 reviews
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Maple Ridge offers plenty of activities for residents and a suggestion box for any ideas to add to the activity list. Buffet is great and chef [name removed]is the best! Friendly and supportive staff make...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Maple Ridge Retirement is Omaha, NE’s Premier independent living community. Maple Ridge Retirement comprises apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Maple Ridge Retirement is an all-inclusive retirement...
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9.5
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The entire team at Bailey Pointe is fantastic to work with! They have been flexible and responsive in our familiy's journey down this path. In addition, they provide excellent communication to their...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
WELCOME TO BAILEY POINTE ASSISTED LIVING AT VAN DORNBailey Pointe Assisted Living at Van Dorn provides expert, compassionate care in a friendly environment tucked away in picturesque South Lincoln. Enjoy the best of the Lincoln area while receiving comfortable care from our tenured team...
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55 Floor plans available
9.4
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I love the monthly Calendar. They also have a Facebook page and I get to see my dad doing the activities. They are good to call whenever there is a med change or something different in his routine. When I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Aviva Woodlands (Formerly The Woodlands at Hillcrest) is an Assisted Living and Memory Care Senior Living Community in Lincoln, Nebraska. Adjacent to the beautiful Hillcrest Country Club, Aviva Woodlands is a vibrant senior living community that offers an outstanding, nationally recognized...
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9.2
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5 stars for all. You can tell that the staff there really, genuinely care about their residents. Highly recommend Walnut Grove Retirement.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Walnut Grove Retirement is Omaha's Premier independent living community. Walnut Grove Retirement Resort comprises 129 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one,  two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Walnut Grove Retirement is an...
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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
Care types provided by this community
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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33 Floor plans available
8.7
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This place is perfect for me in terms of my safety and comfort. The food is nothing to write home about. However, it is a healthy diet and sometimes just delicious. I have found the staff and residence to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Remington Heights Retirement in Omaha, Nebraska, is the ideal community for seniors seeking an active and rewarding retirement.Offering both independent living and assisted living, Remington Heights focuses on providing each resident with an enriching lifestyle.With delicious meal options, an...
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It's a beautifully designed and decorated place that truly focuses on the social aspect of quality living for older adults. One Friday I was there, there was live music and drinks in the main area and it was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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.
At Symphony Pointe, we foster luxury, connection and comfort in every detail of our community. Enjoy each day in style with an indoor pool, outdoor living spaces, beautiful common areas and chef-prepared meals just steps away. We have a variety of floor plans available to match your taste and...
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Photo of Bailey Pointe at Roxbury Park
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8.6
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26 reviews
8.6
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26 reviews
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Very helpful with drug dispensary. Brought the right dose multiple times each day when I was not available to monitor. The food was great. Nice variety as well as quality. Took care of laundry weekly but...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
WELCOME TO BAILEY POINTE ASSISTED LIVING AT ROXBURY PARKBailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park provides expert, compassionate care in a home-like environment tucked away in picturesque Southwest Omaha. At our community, you can enjoy the best of the Omaha area while receiving comfortable,...
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Photo of Connect55 Plus Elkhorn
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8.5
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My apt suites me fine. People are friendly and manage is very helpful. There are several activities every day to keep mind a body busy. I’ve met a number of residents since I arrived. They have all been...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Living Apartments in ElkhornCome as Strangers, Live as Friends® at Connect55+ Elkhorn, located in the charming historic town of Elkhorn, Nebraska. Featuring state-of-the-art amenities and maintenance-free living, seniors can enjoy a carefree retirement in a friendly environment! Connect55+...
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What we like the most about Avidor Omaha is the caring and support the residents show each other is something that our family likes about Avidor. We also like all the activities and the encouraging staff.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
This premier 55+ active adult community features extensive amenities, designer finishes and daily events & activities. From the pool with sun deck, the fitness club to stainless steel appliances and custom flooring & cabinetry, our designers have thought of everything to make your next adventure...
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The staff is friendly and helpful, and were responsive timely to needs. They genuinely showed caring and empathy. The facility had recent updates made and was warm and inviting.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Pathfinder Place is located on the north end of Fremont, Nebraska, a town with a small town feel and the amenities of a big city. We are close enough to downtown for shopping trips, live entertainment, or exploring the riverfront in the Luther Hormel Memorial Park. Residents and visitors alike...
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8.3
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I would absolutely recommend to others. Mom says the food is amazing and she's had great experiences since moving in. Mom is very introverted and they've done an excellent job inviting her to participate in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Located at 9220 Western Avenue in Omaha, NE, Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care in Omaha is tucked away from busy streets in a quiet neighborhood. We’re centrally located in Omaha, with close proximity to hospitals, medical centers, hotels, shopping and some of Omaha’s most historic...
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Overall I would say we're happy with how things are going. I'm not worrying about him being taken care of. He says the meals are good and he is as busy as he wants to be. So far they have done everything...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our quaint community has almost 100 senior apartments and the entire community is located on one level, so you’ll have easy access to all of our amenities.Your home is your space. That’s why you have several floor plans to choose from. With a private bathroom, a kitchen and plenty of window...
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It is a very friendly place. It is very relaxed and there are different activities to do. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Greene Place is located in the small town of Seward, Nebraska. Our community is nestled on the end of a street in a quiet residential neighborhood just 1/2 mile east of the Seward Country Club. We are less than two miles from Lied Senior Center which is a popular gathering place for programs,...
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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
Care types provided by this community
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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8.0
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Fremont Nebraska Nye Court I would rate them as a 4 for those categories. We had a really good experience. My mom was there about 8 months. The staff was very knowledgeable and caring towards the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nye Square is alive with fun, family and friendship: neighbors and friends sharing a sweet shop rendezvous, playing games, assembling puzzles, strolling in the courtyard and watching the big game in Pete’s Place.We offer independent and assisted living apartments. We are committed to delivering...
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A great facility with caring and honest staff! My dad's health and cognition improved so much as they advocated for him and got him off several medications. He always felt comfortable and safe there!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
With over 30 combined years of service, The Waterford at College View is an Assisted Living community committed to using our God-given talents and strengths to serve the needs of each resident. Each person at The Waterford at College View is cared for with respect and dignity. As a resident you...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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.
We’ve curated the ultimate “Everyday Vacation” experience. Our senior living community in Gretna is focused on keeping you healthy and care-free with our wide array of amenities and services. Including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, our continuum of care lets you grow in...
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What we like the most about the community is the closeness kindness great great dinners the outside pond grills benches gazebo very refreshing. Yes, we would recommend Hillcrest Silver Ridge community to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
For more than two decades, Hillcrest Silver Ridge has proudly stood as Gretna’s first assisted living residence—embedded in the heart of the community and built on a promise to offer “the Great Life.” As a locally owned part of the Hillcrest Family of Services, we’re known not only for our...
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5 on all. Great experience. Staff is awesome. I definitely would recommend this community to other families. My dad has passed away, but while he was there they took amazing care of him!!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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.
Overlooking a 60 acre lake, Elk Ridge Village includes Independent Apartments, Assisted Living Residences, Alzheimer's Care Suites, Villas, and a beautiful Clubhouse. Elk Ridge Village On The Lake is located near the west edge of the Omaha metropolitan area in the beautiful Elk Ridge neighborhood...
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The amenities are wonderful, the apartments are spacious. The kitchen is often short staffed and this can lead to longer wait times for meals. The maintenance staff can also take awhile to fill requests. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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.
For The Brant at Gretna, senior living is synonymous with living well. From our calendar of in-community events to our wellness programs and lifestyle models of care tailored to each resident's needs—including independent living, assisted living and specialized memory care–we serve the residents...
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We chose Parsons House because they were the only ones who were willing to accept my son. They have been great to work with and very accommodating. I would recommend them to others who are looking
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Champions Run, directly across the street from St. Vincent de Paul parish, Parsons House on Eagle Run is Omaha’s leading assisted living and memory care facility. We are a family owned property with long ties to the Omaha community. Kim Reeves and her husband,...

Cost of independent living in Brainard, NE

The average cost of senior living in Brainard is $3,949 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellwood, NE with an average of $2,343 per month.

Independent living costs in Brainard, NE, vs. nearby cities

Brainard, NE
$3,949/mo
$3,858/mo
$2,494/mo

Independent living costs in Brainard, NE, vs. state and national averages

Brainard, NE
$3,949/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

Independent living costs in Brainard, NE, vs. other senior living options

$4,111/mo
Independent Living
$3,949/mo

Independent living costs in Brainard, NE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,189/mo
Studio
$4,787/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,673/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,404/mo

Senior living costs in Brainard 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: Brainard, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrainard, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$3,949/mo$3,285/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,111/mo$4,325/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$4,111/mo$4,313/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Brainard, NE:$3,949/mo
Nebraska:$3,285/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Brainard, NE:$4,111/mo
Nebraska:$4,325/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Brainard, NE:$4,111/mo
Nebraska:$4,313/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Brainard, NE, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Brainard 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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Independent living cost trends in Brainard, NE

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brainard 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
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Brainard, NE$3,418/mo$3,046/mo+12.2%
Nebraska$3,423/mo$3,005/mo+13.9%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Brainard, NE
2024 average cost:$3,418/mo
2023 average cost:$3,046/mo
Percent change:+12.2%
Nebraska
2024 average cost:$3,423/mo
2023 average cost:$3,005/mo
Percent change:+13.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Brainard

Recent reviews for independent living in Brainard

Nye Square in Fremont, NE

4.0
Fremont Nebraska Nye Court I would rate them as a 4 for those categories. We had a really good experience. My mom was there about 8 months. The staff was very knowledgeable and caring towards the residents. They kept the residents rooms and commons areas very clean . Admissions was very easy ...
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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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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

Brainard independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brainard independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Brainard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brainard, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Brainard independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Brainard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brainard, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
29%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brainard independent 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 independent living communities in Brainard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brainard, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
35%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
24%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Marquis Place, Savannah Pines Retirement Community and Holiday Rolling Hills Ranch are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brainard, Nebraska. See full list of communities.

There are 129 independent living facilities near Brainard, Nebraska. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Brainard, Nebraska are Bloomfield and Marquis Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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