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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Friend, NE
The cost of independent living in Friend is about $2,947 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 31 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Seward, York and Milford.
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8.6
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8 reviews
Overall I would say we're happy with how things are going. I'm not worrying about him being taken care of. He says the meals are good and he is as busy as he wants to be. So far they have done everything...
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.
Our quaint community has almost 100 senior apartments and the entire community is located on one level, so you’ll have easy access to all of our amenities.Your home is your space. That’s why you have several floor plans to choose from. With a private bathroom, a kitchen and plenty of window...
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20 reviews
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...
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.
Greene Place is located in the small town of Seward, Nebraska. Our community is nestled on the end of a street in a quiet residential neighborhood just 1/2 mile east of the Seward Country Club. We are less than two miles from Lied Senior Center which is a popular gathering place for programs,...
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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.
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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Pioneer Manor is a three-story building with lush trees on the west side and pine shrubbery at both entrances. The interior has an elevator, coin laundry and 20 one-bedroom units. Each apartment is approximately 540 square feet with individual heating and cooling, an electric range and a...
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Cost of independent living in Friend, NE
The average cost of senior living in Friend is $2,947 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include York, NE with an average of $550 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Friend
Recent reviews for independent living in Friend
Greene Senior Living in Seward, NE
4.6
Shortly after my mom moved into green place my husband and I felt like we had become part of a big family and not like mom was just another patient in a nursing home. Green place really made us all feel special and heard. I would recommend green place to anyone. They really care about the people ...
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Kinship Pointe Seward
5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Kinship Pointe Seward. Everything is great and she is very happy at this facility! The staff here are very helpful. They go out of their way to help whenever needed. The food is good, no complaints. If you don't like what is being served there are always ...
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Friend independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friend independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friend, 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 Friend 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 Friend partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Friend, NENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Friend 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 Friend communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friend, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friend 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 Friend offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Friend, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
27.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
37.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
45.8%
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Kinship Pointe Seward, Greene Senior Living and Mahoney House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Friend, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
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