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The cost of independent living in Essen is about $3,340 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 36 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 Pathfinder Senior Living
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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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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
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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.
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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Carter Place is filled with a skilled, caring and friendly staff. The rooms are comfortable, well maintained and clean. They offer a wide array of activities for all to enjoy. The facility is sized right,...
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.
Carter Place is located in the quiet countryside just outside of Blair, Nebraska. We offer assisted living with all of the comforts of home. Your health and safety is our top priority:On site 24 hour a day Registered NurseShort term care availableAssistance with medication and daily...
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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, 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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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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.
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, Senior Apartments
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Essen, NE

The average cost of senior living in Essen is $3,340 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tekamah, NE with an average of $2,724 per month.

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

Essen, NE
$3,340/mo
$3,340/mo

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

Essen, NE
$3,340/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$4,168/mo
Independent Living
$3,340/mo

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

Studio
$3,498/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,491/mo

Senior living costs in Essen 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: Essen, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEssen, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$3,340/mo$3,285/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,168/mo$4,325/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,168/mo$4,313/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Essen, NE:$3,340/mo
Nebraska:$3,285/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Essen, NE:$4,168/mo
Nebraska:$4,325/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Essen, NE:$4,168/mo
Nebraska:$4,313/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Essen

Recent reviews for independent living in Essen

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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Pathfinder Senior Living in Fremont, NE

5.0
Very well taken care of and very clean place, the staff is so friendly and made us feel very welcomed. I would 100 percent recommend this to anyone who is looking for a welcoming place for a loved one or a friend

Carter Place in Blair, NE

4.3
My mother has been at Carter Place for more than 3 years and I am able to visit her daily. The common thread over this time has been the commitment to the residents happiness and contentment. I can't imagine there would be a better staff anywhere, they all go above and beyond!

Essen independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essen independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essen, 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 Essen 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 Essen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Essen, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Essen 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 Essen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essen, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essen 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 Essen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Essen, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
46.4%
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Pathfinder Senior Living, Nye Square and Carter Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Essen, Nebraska. See full list of communities.

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

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