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The cost of independent living in Nickerson is about $2,911 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 140 options. Read 1020 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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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.
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: 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome Ralston House, an elegant and cozy senior community for now for those 55 and over. Conveniently located just off of 72nd & L Street, Omaha, Nebraska with easy access to the Interstate 80, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.Spacious one and two bedroom apartments all with modern...
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.
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.
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.
1 bedroom apartments for Seniors 62 and OlderRent is base on incomeUtilities PAIDControlled access buildingIndoor MailboxesOn-site laundry facilitiesCommunity RoomClose to busline Easy interstate access
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.
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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My mom has only been there two weeks, but excellent food, way more than anyone could two outside areas. The parking is great. There is a covered entrance. The same nurse is there 5 days a week and very...
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.
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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They did a great job, she loved the Wellington, she was there for almost 15 years. They had studios, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments, we were in the two bedroom and it was very nice, it's very similar...
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.
The Wellington welcomes you home to a truly independent style of retirement living with all of the services and amenities to help ease the challenges of daily life. Located in Papillion, adjacent to Midlands Hospital, our studio, one and two-bedroom apartments feature fully equipped kitchens,...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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I'm really pleased with the communication from the staff to the family. This was a good choice for my loved one. The activities when they are able to have the residents participate; the community keeps...
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.
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.
“Great Friends, Great times and a Great Place to Call Home” More than a motto for Bethany Heights, this is our goal for every resident. If you are searching for a home for your loved one where they can live independently in a safe, friendly atmosphere, look no further! At Bethany Heights, we...
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The community is a very nice place, and the staff seems to really care. I would recommend this community to others.
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.
Fox Run Assisted Living Community is located on the 16th hole of Fox Run Golf Course in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Fox Run is where you can enjoy a life of beauty and independence.With 66 spacious apartments, Fox Run offers five convenient floor plans that range from 436 to 983 square feet at one low...
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.
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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 Nickerson, NE
The average cost of senior living in Nickerson is $2,911 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tekamah, NE with an average of $2,724 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nickerson, NE vs. nearby cities
Nickerson, NE
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nickerson, NE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nickerson vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Nickerson, NE by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Nickerson
Recent reviews for independent living in Nickerson
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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Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA
4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Exceptional and caring staff. Many reviews from Bloomfield mention the outstanding qualities of the staff, including their friendliness, willingness to help, and genuine care for residents. One review even mentions a staff member going above and beyond by giving out her cell phone number for questions.
Delicious and optional dining experiences. At Bloomfield, residents enjoy dining experiences with a variety of delicious options and the flexibility to choose when and what to eat. Dinners are served in a lovely setting, and optional dining allows for personalized meal preferences.
Community atmosphere and resident care. Reviews for Bloomfield highlight the welcoming nature of the community, with residents looking out for one another and staff working hard to ensure residents' needs are met. The facility is described as clean, attractive, and well-maintained.
Customized activities and social opportunities. Activities cater to residents' interests at Bloomfield, with a variety of choices offered to keep everyone engaged and active. Residents appreciate the social opportunities and the sense of community created through these activities.
Flexible living arrangements. At Crown Pointe Retirement Community, residents have the choice of apartment sizes based on their individual needs, ensuring a comfortable living space. Some apartments even offer full kitchens and laundry facilities for added convenience.
Grateful and supportive community environment. Reviews from Maple Ridge Retirement Community share stories of residents and staff forming close bonds, with the community feeling like a family. The supportive atmosphere allows residents to feel safe, comfortable, and appreciated.
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Nickerson independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nickerson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nickerson, 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 Nickerson 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 Nickerson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nickerson, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.8%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.5%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Nickerson 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 Nickerson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nickerson, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.9%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
27.1%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nickerson 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 Nickerson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nickerson, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
33.1%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.9%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.2%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.7%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
22.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bloomfield, Connect55 Plus La Vista and Westgate Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nickerson, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
There are 140 independent living facilities near Nickerson, Nebraska. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Nickerson, Nebraska are Bloomfield, Crown Pointe Retirement Community and Marquis Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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