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The cost of independent living in Lincoln is about $3,247 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 140 options.

Read 1552 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 Seward, Ashland and Waverly.

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Photo of Pathfinder Senior Living
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Although my mother's stay was brief, we found the facility clean, the staff engaging, friendly, and caring. We felt that they were very sympathetic and great about helping us when hospice had to get involved
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.
Pathfinder Place is located on the north end of Fremont, Nebraska, a town with a small town feel and the amenities of a big city. We are close enough to downtown for shopping trips, live entertainment, or exploring the riverfront in the Luther Hormel Memorial Park. Residents and visitors alike...
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Every one on staff went above and beyond for my father and family. The residents all seemed to care about one another. My father was treated like family. There were ample opportunities for him to participate...
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.
Whether you are beginning the search for yourself or for a loved one, Kinship Pointe Seward offers a quaint, welcoming environment where life becomes a little easier, more affordable, and a lot more enjoyable. Many families choose us over Lincoln-based facilities for our unique "Small-Town...
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It is a very friendly place. It is very relaxed and there are different activities to do. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
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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5 on all. Great experience. Staff is awesome. I definitely would recommend this community to other families. My dad has passed away, but while he was there they took amazing care of him!!
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.
Overlooking a 60 acre lake, Elk Ridge Village includes Independent Apartments, Assisted Living Residences, Alzheimer's Care Suites, Villas, and a beautiful Clubhouse. Elk Ridge Village On The Lake is located near the west edge of the Omaha metropolitan area in the beautiful Elk Ridge neighborhood...
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My mom loves the food. The Staff is very helpful and friendly. It's always clean. My mother doesn't attend many activities but they offer a wide variety of services and activities. I enjoy the food myself.
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.
Ovation Heartwood Preserve is now open!Upscale Senior Living In Omaha, NebraskaA month-to-month rental community with no entrance fee or buy-in.A lifetime of hard work and service is worth a standing ovation and the chance to engage at your own pace.Re-energize and explore surrounded by an urban...
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We chose Parsons House because they were the only ones who were willing to accept my son. They have been great to work with and very accommodating. I would recommend them to others who are looking
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Champions Run, directly across the street from St. Vincent de Paul parish, Parsons House on Eagle Run is Omaha’s leading assisted living and memory care facility. We are a family owned property with long ties to the Omaha community. Kim Reeves and her husband,...
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Staff were "homey" and kind with residents. Space was well organized and not confusing. Worship seemed like an important way for the residents to gather. The space was clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
At Bickford, there's always something exciting happening in our senior living community. Picture your loved one relishing freshly-cooked meals, always assured of a friendly caregiver's presence, and a schedule overflowing with lively activities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, committed...
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The staff are very friendly and helpful, fun activities ( bingo, movies time, diamond dot club, pet visits, weekly outings) Apart size is nice. They come and clean the apartments and take trash out. Food is...
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.
Hickory Villa offers intimate assisted living apartments in a bright, airy neighborhood with spacious grounds and warm caregivers. Hickory Villa is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is a cornerstone of how we operate, which means everything we do is in...
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We love how attentive the staff is, they are incredibly supportive/responsive. The community is very friendly/open. My mom loves it.
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.
As Lincoln’s premiere Independent Living community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days.Located in Lincoln, Asher Point Independent Living allows its residents to thrive in their retirement years in a convenient, quiet location...
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The staff works hard with what they have. They are friendly with positive attitudes. The food was mediocre at best. Same thing, different day. When I left I know there were attempts to change/improve the...
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.
We are a premier Independent and Assisted Living community that has proudly served seniors with compassion, dignity, and dedication since 1985. For nearly four decades, Gramercy has been a place where residents are truly known, valued, and supported in a warm, welcoming environment they can...
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Photo of The Knolls
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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.
Photo of Charles Senior Housing
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While i was there, the management could of used a little improvement and they could of used a different manager. They were very nice to me but she was not very pleasant with other residents. The apartments...
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.
Charles Senior Housing is a 55+ independent living apartment complex situated in Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska. Nestled in the Near South neighborhood, you’ll find quaint restaurants, scenic bike routes, historic architecture of neighboring homes, and beautiful churches. With the Nebraska...
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Overall, it’s a good nice place for them to be my mom the only complaint I have is that they seem understaffed the stuff that is there are very caring and care about their jobs the care they give each person...
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.
Gateway Vista’s rich history and deep roots are fundamental to the vibrant social and active senior living, health and rehabilitation community that exists today. From delicious meals to individualized clinical and therapy services, Gateway Vista is dedicated to providing the highest standards of...
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We cannot thank them enough for all the wonderful care you have given to our Dad over the past two years. He was very happy living there and it was always comforting for us to know how well he was being...
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.
Photo of Waterford at Williamsburg
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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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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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Recently I had to go out of town and chose Saunders House for my husband's respite care. What a great choice. They were very kind and attentive to him which at times he can be a handful. I found it clean...
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.
Saunders House has been setting the standard of Assisted Living in Wahoo, Nebraska, since 1984. Just a 30-minute drive from Omaha, Lincoln, and Fremont, Saunders House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your...
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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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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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I want to thank [name removed] for her time and professionalism in helping place our mother in your community. She provided us with being more comfortable in placing our mother in a safer place. Thank you...
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.
Valley Lakes is a beautiful community located on 16 acres of tranquil countryside, on the South side of Valley, NE. At Valley Lakes, you can live your life and leave your worries behind! Our assisted living community is the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence, yet need some...
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My mom has lived here for 5 years and has loved every moment of it. She started in independent living and has since transitioned to the assisted living area of the building. She loves being under the same...
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.
The Right Senior Living Solution Independent Living Our Independent Living community is designed for seniors who want their own space, but still have access to meals, social activities and recreation. Assisted Living In Assisted Living, our trained caregivers provide medication management, fun...
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What we like the most about Avidor Omaha is the caring and support the residents show each other is something that our family likes about Avidor. We also like all the activities and the encouraging staff.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
This premier 55+ active adult community features extensive amenities, designer finishes and daily events & activities. From the pool with sun deck, the fitness club to stainless steel appliances and custom flooring & cabinetry, our designers have thought of everything to make your next adventure...
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My father resided in the Regency wing of the EWR memory care facility. He had Alzheimer's and was a very special person. The care staff treated him as such and were excellent at managing his behaviors and...
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.
From the moment you step into Esprit Whispering Ridge, you’ll notice the difference. You’ll feel the warmth, experience the welcoming atmosphere, and discover a retirement community designed to help residents truly feel at home.Our spacious apartments, comfortable surroundings, and compassionate...
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The staff is really caring, they love our loved one and whenever they have spare time they come to her room just to chat with her. She is in the top level of care and they have great communication.
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.
Granville Villa is a residential non-institutional assisted living community for seniors who either cannot or do not want to live wholly independently. The staff at Granville Villa is available to assist residents with day-to-day activities such as meals, laundry, bathing, dressing, housekeeping...
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We love Bailey Pointe at Plattsmouth community and my Mother-in-law has been there 7 months now and is still content. They offer activities for the residents and the place is always decorated for a holiday...
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.
WELCOME TO BAILEY POINTE ASSISTED LIVING AT PLATTSMOUTHBailey Pointe Assisted Living at Plattsmouth provides expert, compassionate care in a friendly, small-town environment. Enjoy the best of Plattsmouth and the Omaha metropolitan area while receiving comfortable care from our tenured team...
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Cost of independent living in Lincoln, NE

The average cost of senior living in Lincoln is $3,247 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cortland, NE with an average of $2,812 per month.

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

Lincoln, NE
$3,247/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,176/mo
Independent Living
$3,247/mo

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

Studio
$2,461/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,361/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,324/mo

Senior living costs in Lincoln 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: Lincoln, NE
Column state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLincoln, NENebraskaU.S.
Independent Living$3,247/mo$3,335/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,029/mo$5,699/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,176/mo$7,160/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Lincoln, NE:$3,247/mo
Nebraska:$3,335/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Lincoln, NE:$6,029/mo
Nebraska:$5,699/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Lincoln, NE:$7,176/mo
Nebraska:$7,160/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Lincoln, NE, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lincoln 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 average 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
Lincoln, NE$3,438/mo$3,144/mo+9.4%
Nebraska$3,439/mo$3,282/mo+4.8%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Lincoln, NE
2024 average cost:$3,438/mo
2023 average cost:$3,144/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
Nebraska
2024 average cost:$3,439/mo
2023 average cost:$3,282/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Lincoln

Recent reviews for independent living in Lincoln

Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE

5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.

Waterford at College View in Lincoln, NE

4.0
The experience with the community is fine. We picked this community because of the location mainly. I would maybe recommend this community to other families.

Via Christe Assisted Living and Memory Care in Omaha, NE

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Lincoln independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lincoln independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lincoln, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
17.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lincoln 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 Lincoln communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lincoln, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.3%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
27.1%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lincoln 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 Lincoln offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lincoln, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
32.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.3%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
22.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.4%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
47.6%
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Related senior services in Lincoln, Nebraska

In Lincoln, Nebraska, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Lincoln, Nebraska, is car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Lincoln include bus routes. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Lincoln has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Lincoln offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Bryan Medical Center and Chi Health St. Elizabeth.

Lincoln, Nebraska, is home to the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and is the capital city. The Air Park Recreation Centers offer an open door senior time, allowing seniors to use the wellness center or meet friends for a cup of coffee and more. If you like pool, the F Street Community Center offers free billiard hours for seniors. You can also check out the Jim Ager Golf Course to play FootGolf, a combination of golf and soccer, at a discounted rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Savannah Pines Retirement Community, Bailey Pointe on Van Dorn and Bickford of Lincoln are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lincoln, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
There are 140 independent living facilities near Lincoln, Nebraska. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lincoln, Nebraska are Bloomfield, Savannah Pines Retirement Community and Crown Pointe Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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