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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wilber, NE

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The cost of independent living in Wilber is about $4,202 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 23 options. Read 93 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 Savannah Pines Retirement Community
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1111 Floor plans available
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We have very much enjoyed our 2-bedroom apartment. It's very comfortable and well designed with many helpful features such as microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. The three meals a day each have a 1.5...
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.
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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We cannot say enough great things about the place. Staff was always attentive and friendly. They showed compassion, care, and thoughtfulness to the residences and visitors at all times. Through their...
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.
Lakeview Living was established in July 1970. We celebrated 50 years of serving the Firth area in 2020. Lakeview Living is operated under Lakeview Living LLC, owned by Ron and Lisa Preston, long time business owners in the Firth area.Our team is comprised of an on site RN, Certified Medication...
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1212 Floor plans available
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I would recommend the Knoll's to others. They have been supportive and welcome feedback to ensure my mom's needs are met. The facility provided the level of support my mother needed while having 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.
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The staff is truly tremendous and go above and beyond to care for their patients, and I'm not just saying that because it sounds like. I can't express how safe and comfortable my mother and I both feel with...
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 our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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We were very happy with our experience at The Kensington Beatrice. We loved all the people here and they were wonderful. Dad really loved it here as well and we had all positive things to say. We would...
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.
The Paddock Hotel was first built by U.S. Senator Algernon S. Paddock in 1887, and then rebuilt in 1924. For decades, The Paddock served as the elegant hub of Beatrice society. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Paddock was lovingly restored as The Kensington in 1989....
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This is a good place to go if you need extra help for your loved one. The care and attention for my loved one from the staff stand out to me. If I have questions or concerns the staff are easy to work with...
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.
Since the day our doors opened in July of 1997, Homestead House has been providing the wonderful people of Beatrice, Nebraska, with a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. From the programs to the amenities, our respect for each resident's individuality is at the center...
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This community is like a family and they treat everyone like a family including my loved one and us. My loved ones loved being here and it made everything a lot better. Everyone here was fantastic with my...
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.
Experience the elegance and comfort of The Waterford at Williamsburg, Lincoln's Premier Assisted Living nestled in the beautiful Williamsburg neighborhood. You will enter a world of spacious beauty filled with a shimmering waterfall, natural light and lofty heights. The waterfall in the foyer...
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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.
Our Philosophy    Our mission is simple: Creating environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day.  We carry out this daily mission by employing quality, compassionate people and provide them with outstanding training. We...
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Photo of Haven Manor - Hickman
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.
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, 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
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.

Cost of independent living in Wilber, NE

The average cost of senior living in Wilber is $4,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tobias, NE with an average of $563 per month.

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

Wilber, NE
$4,202/mo
$4,532/mo
$3,056/mo

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

Wilber, NE
$4,202/mo
U.S. national average
$4,156/mo

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

$4,585/mo
Independent Living
$4,202/mo

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

Studio
$4,867/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,687/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,134/mo

Senior living costs in Wilber 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: Wilber, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWilber, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$4,202/mo$3,269/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living$4,644/mo$4,324/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$4,585/mo$4,313/mo$4,938/mo
Independent Living
Wilber, NE:$4,202/mo
Nebraska:$3,269/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Wilber, NE:$4,644/mo
Nebraska:$4,324/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Wilber, NE:$4,585/mo
Nebraska:$4,313/mo
U.S.:$4,938/mo
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Independent living costs in Wilber, NE, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wilber 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
Wilber, NE$4,300/mo$4,316/mo-0.4%
Nebraska$2,842/mo$2,647/mo+7.4%
National$3,031/mo$2,867/mo+5.7%
Wilber, NE
2024 average cost:$4,300/mo
2023 average cost:$4,316/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
Nebraska
2024 average cost:$2,842/mo
2023 average cost:$2,647/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,031/mo
2023 average cost:$2,867/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Wilber

Recent reviews for independent living in Wilber

Waterford at Williamsburg in Lincoln, NE

4.8
I would recommend them. The resident to staff ratio is really good. The Executive Director left in March, and they are looking for a new Executive Director. The communication with the former was great.

Homestead House in Beatrice, NE

5.0
I'am confident knowing my mother is safe and in good hands. Now that we are through the adjustment period, she is doing very well. This is a very well maintained community, they do a very good job with keeping her room and the facility nice and clean. They have an excellent staff, I'am very ...
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Yankee Hill Village in Lincoln, NE

4.1
Many things about Yankee Hill Village were wonderful during our experience there. But in crisis, they were not well functioning. Communications from the staff to the family were not clear and timely as they should have been. The apartment sizes were generous and perfect for my loved one. There ...
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Wilber independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilber independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilber, 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 Wilber 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 Wilber partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wilber, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Wilber 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 Wilber communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wilber, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
43.3%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wilber 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 Wilber offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wilber, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
5.9%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
46.3%
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