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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Washington County, NE

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nebraska is $3,335, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Washington County area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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My wife and I are very pleased with the place. We like the location, it is near a park, a fire station for emergencies and the other residents are friendly. I should add that the facility has been sold to...
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.
Tregaron Senior Residences is a 55 or better independent living, tax credit community that accepts Section 8 vouchers. This community has 1 and 2 bedroom apartments that feature a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, washer and dryer hook ups and central A/C. Don't fret about rising energy...
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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, 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.
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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
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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
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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, 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.
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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: 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.
Loess Hills Estates has been around and providing excellent care since 1961. This is a place that offers many different living situations for residents. Located in Glenwood, IA this is a place that can provide the relaxed environment that many people are looking for in the retirement years. This...
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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, Memory Care, 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.
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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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, 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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...
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.

Cost of independent living in Washington County, NE

The average cost of senior living in Nebraska is $3,335 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Independent living costs in Washington County, NE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,962/mo
Studio
$3,326/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,641/mo

Senior living costs in Nebraska vs. 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 state: Nebraska
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeNebraskaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,335/mo$3,520/mo5.3% below national median
Assisted Living$5,699/mo$5,830/mo2.2% below national median
Memory Care$7,160/mo$6,999/mo2.3% above national median
Independent Living
Nebraska:$3,335/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:5.3% below national median
Assisted Living
Nebraska:$5,699/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:2.2% below national median
Memory Care
Nebraska:$7,160/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:2.3% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Washington County

Recent reviews for independent living in Washington County

Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs, IA

4.4
Was very thankful to Amelia House for taking Mom on. I think she was a difficult case with her issues, but she could walk to dining room and back so that helped her stay. The place and Mom's room was always clean. At First the staff was great!!!! Then ownership changed and the really good ...
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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.

Via Christe Assisted Living and Memory Care in Omaha, NE

5.0
Our mother has only been at Via Christe for a week and a half but it has been a wonderful experience so far! {name removed} worked with us and moms doctor to sort out medications. Mom loves her room and has started to participate in the daily activities. Everyone has been friendly and welcoming. ...
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Washington County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washington County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washington County, 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 Washington County 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 Washington County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Washington County, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.5%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.9%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
0.9%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Washington County 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 Washington County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Washington County, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.5%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
25.4%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.6%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washington County 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 Washington County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Washington County, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
34.2%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.6%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.4%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.9%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.7%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
25.4%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.4%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Marquis Place, Connect55 Plus La Vista and Maple Ridge Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Washington County, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
There are 135 independent living facilities near Washington County, Nebraska. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Washington County, Nebraska are Bloomfield, Maple Ridge Retirement Community and Holiday Rolling Hills Ranch. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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