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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Thurston, NE

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The cost of independent living in Thurston is about $4,494 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 35 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 Kinship Pointe Wayne
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44 Floor plans available
7.2
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12 reviews
7.2
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12 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
25%
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They are friendly and willing to work with residents. They try to get them out and do activities. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.
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.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities. At Kinship Pointe, you can have the worry-free lifestyle you deserve. With independent living and assisted living both on one campus, it makes the transition between care levels easy if you need it later. And you and your spouse can...
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5 star
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4 star
4%
3 star
0%
2 star
4%
1 star
13%
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We chose Floyd Place because we had a budget and they fit that budget. We were able to have a virtual tour before my dad could see it and they he did his own virtual tour. The fact that they value military...
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.
At Floyd Place, our senior living community in Sergeant Bluff, we offer thoughtful, compassionate service to help our residents thrive. Our residents engage in a variety of stimulating activities, such as tai chi, exercise classes, happy hour, movie nights, spa day, and ice cream socials. We...
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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.
Photo of Heritage of Emerson
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.
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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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Regency Square is a leader in skilled nursing in the Siouxland area. Our professional therapy team is available to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy. While we have several residents that return to their own home after a short-term stay, Regency Square also offers a comforting,...
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Photo of StoneyBrook Suites Dakota Dunes
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1010 Floor plans available
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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Cost of independent living in Thurston, NE

The average cost of senior living in Thurston is $4,494 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pilger, NE with an average of $2,917 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thurston, NE vs. nearby cities

Thurston, NE
$4,494/mo
$3,388/mo
$3,774/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thurston, NE vs. the state and national average

Thurston, NE
$4,494/mo
U.S. national average
$4,034/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thurston vs. other types of senior living

$4,494/mo
Independent Living
$4,494/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Thurston, NE by room type

Studio
$4,152/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,399/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,250/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Thurston

Recent reviews for independent living in Thurston

Floyd Senior Living in Sergeant Bluff, IA

5.0
We needed a place for my dad on short notice and Floyd Place was helpful in expediting that process. Although COVID-19 is an issue for everyone at this point, the staff are all taking proper precautions with all residents and finding ways, within the CDC rulings, to have the family visit. The ...
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Kinship Pointe Wayne

5.0
Moving Mom into Brookdale has been a blessing as she has really "thrived" there. The staff is wonderful and I know Mom is enjoying life once again.

Thurston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thurston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thurston, 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 Thurston 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 Thurston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thurston, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Thurston 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 Thurston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thurston, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thurston 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 Thurston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thurston, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
18.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.7%
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Kinship Pointe Wayne, Floyd Senior Living and Pender Community Hospital are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thurston, Nebraska. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Thurston, Nebraska. See the full list.

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