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The cost of independent living in Duncan is about $3,159 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options.

Read 63 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Columbus, Octavia and David City.

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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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My mother is still adjusting to the changes but from what I have seen I believe it been a good fit. The staff is nice, and from my conversations with them, I feel they are accommodating. The place is always...
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.
Madison House is the preferred Assisted Living community in Norfolk, Nebraska. Madison House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your family and loved ones and see for yourself! With Madison House's convenient...
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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
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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.
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
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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Cost of independent living in Duncan, NE

The average cost of senior living in Duncan is $3,159 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NE with an average of $2,718 per month.

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

Duncan, NE
$3,159/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,781/mo
Independent Living
$3,159/mo

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

1 Bedroom
$3,576/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,496/mo

Senior living costs in Duncan 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: Duncan, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDuncan, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$3,159/mo$3,335/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,705/mo$5,699/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,781/mo$7,160/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Duncan, NE:$3,159/mo
Nebraska:$3,335/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Duncan, NE:$4,705/mo
Nebraska:$5,699/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Duncan, NE:$6,781/mo
Nebraska:$7,160/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Duncan

Recent reviews for independent living in Duncan

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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Greene Senior Living in Seward, NE

5.0
Our loved one has been a resident for over 4 years and we have been very pleased. The staff has treated all of us as family and we truly appreciate their care. The community is smaller so they are able to be more personal and recognize changes as they occur and have communicated with the family ...
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Cottonwood Senior Living in Columbus, NE

5.0
Staff is very friendly and helpful. Answers any questions we have or finds the answers for us. Food is very good. Liked the activity we attended with Elvis impersonator. Believe the care is excellent. Good value for the money. Would recommend Cottonwood to others.

Duncan independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Duncan independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Duncan, 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 Duncan 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 Duncan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Duncan, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.2%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Duncan 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 Duncan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Duncan, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
15.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Duncan 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 Duncan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Duncan, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
21.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.2%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
21.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.1%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
47.6%
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Cottonwood Senior Living, Greene Senior Living and Kinship Pointe at Seward are the top-rated independent living facilities near Duncan, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
There are 33 independent living facilities near Duncan, Nebraska. See the full list.
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