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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Clarkson, NE

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The cost of independent living in Clarkson is about $2,197 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 24 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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Photo of Cottonwood Senior Living
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Realife of Columbus is an independent living community for seniors in vibrant Columbus, Nebraska. The centrally located residence is near all the convenient necessities including, shops, banks and restaurants. Columbus is located in Platte County and is a great place to live and an inviting...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Clarkson, NE

The average cost of senior living in Clarkson is $2,197 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schuyler, NE with an average of $2,197 per month.

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

Clarkson, NE
$2,197/mo
$2,962/mo
$2,294/mo

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

Clarkson, NE
$2,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$3,644/mo
Independent Living
$2,197/mo

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

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

Senior living costs in Clarkson 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: Clarkson, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClarkson, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$2,197/mo$3,269/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$3,644/mo$4,325/mo$4,706/mo
Memory Care$3,644/mo$4,313/mo$4,939/mo
Independent Living
Clarkson, NE:$2,197/mo
Nebraska:$3,269/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Clarkson, NE:$3,644/mo
Nebraska:$4,325/mo
U.S.:$4,706/mo
Memory Care
Clarkson, NE:$3,644/mo
Nebraska:$4,313/mo
U.S.:$4,939/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Clarkson

Recent reviews for independent living in Clarkson

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.

Clarkson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clarkson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clarkson, 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 Clarkson 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 Clarkson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clarkson, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
10.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Clarkson 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 Clarkson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clarkson, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.1%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clarkson 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 Clarkson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clarkson, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cottonwood Senior Living, Prairie Village Retirement Center and Clarkson Community Care Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clarkson, Nebraska. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Clarkson, Nebraska. See the full list.

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