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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lincoln, NE for 2024

As the capital city of Nebraska, Lincoln can be a great place to retire for seniors seeking affordable metropolitan living. It’s home to 291,082 people, and 13% of them are 65 and up. Residents pay less overall for necessities like housing, and the city has an impressive selection of cutting-edge hospitals and clinics offering specialty care. Additionally, Lincoln has a wide range of services to support the city’s older adults. These include assistance programs for low-income people, door-to-door transportation and counseling that can help seniors make decisions about long-term care.

Assisted living provides personal care, housekeeping, meals and other supportive services in a community-based setting. It’s ideal for seniors who don’t want to maintain a home or are no longer able to safely live on their own. In Lincoln, assisted living costs an average of $4,715 per month, which is higher than the national average of $4,500 and Nebraska average of $4,076.

This guide covers benefits and drawbacks of assisted living in Lincoln, the cost compared to other cities, free local resources and financial assistance options that can help pay for care.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Lincoln

In Nebraska, assisted living facilities are licensed and regulated by the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health. Residents can contact DHHS to learn about licensing requirements, facility inspection reports and state laws that facilities are required to follow.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lincoln

  • Some of the top hospitals in Lincoln include CHI Health St. Elizabeth, Lincoln Surgical Hospital and Bryan Medical Center, which was rated as the second-best hospital in Nebraska by U.S. News and World Report. The hospital was also ranked as “High Performing” in 14 conditions, including five cardiac procedures, orthopedics, diabetes treatment and several types of surgeries.
  • Nebraska has high income and property tax rates, and most kinds of retirement income are taxed, including pensions, 401(k) funds and IRA withdrawals. A portion of Social Security benefits are taxed as well. However, low-income homeowners may be eligible for a homestead exemption that can reduce or eliminate what they pay for property taxes.
  • Lincoln offers several transportation programs for seniors. One of these is the StarTran Paratransit Bus Service, which provides curb-to-curb transportation to residents who can’t ride the regular bus system due to disability. People 62 and up qualify for reduced-fare passes to ride the regular bus. Medicaid recipients can get free transportation via Mike’s HandyVan, Madonna Medical Transportation and Nebraska Total Care.
  • Lincoln’s property and violent crime rates are somewhat higher than average, but it’s still safer than 13% of U.S. cities. The southern and eastern parts of the city tend to be the safest.
  • Lincoln’s cost of living index is 89.8 compared to the U.S. average index of 100. Groceries (97.4), utilities (92.3), housing (78.1) and transportation (76) are more affordable than the norm, but health care costs are higher (124.5).
  • Lincoln has air quality that’s a bit better than average with an index of 64 (the national average is 58), which can make the city a decent option for people with asthma and other respiratory illnesses. The Air Quality Index is based on a measure of hazardous air pollutants from the EPA.
  • Lincoln typically has very cold winters, with an average low of 14 degrees in January and an average annual snowfall level of 26 inches. Summers can be fairly comfortable, however, with an average high temperature of 89 degrees in July. Lincoln also gets approximately 214 sunny days per year compared to the U.S. average of 205.

Paying for Assisted Living in Lincoln

According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost for assisted living in Lincoln is $4,715 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

At $4,715, assisted living in Lincoln is pricier than the Nebraska average of $4,076 and the U.S. average of $4,500. Seniors can find slightly cheaper rates in Omaha, where the average price for care is $4,652. Prices are much cheaper in Grand Island, located about 94 miles to the west of Lincoln. There, residents pay just $2,906 — $1,809 less than average rates in Lincoln. Across the Iowa border in Sioux City, assisted living costs approximately $4,148. Prices are higher in Kansas City, Missouri, averaging $4,585.

Lincoln

$4,715

Nebraska

$4,076

The United States

$4,500

Omaha

$4,652

Grand Island

$2,906

Sioux City, IA

$4,148

Kansas City, MO

$4,585

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Lincoln might want to consider other kinds of senior care that might be a better fit for their budget and needs. Both regular home care and home health care cost $5,148. Both services provide personal care and help with activities of daily living, but home health care also includes medical services, like physical therapy and medication administration. Adult day care is far cheaper at just $576, but it only provides supervision during the daytime hours. A semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $7,908.

Home care

$5,148

Home health care

$5,148

Adult Day Health Care

$576

Assisted Living Facility

$4,715

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,908

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$8,745

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lincoln

Seniors looking for financial assistance for assisted living in Lincoln can seek supplemental funding through the Nebraska Assistance to the Aged, Blind or Disabled (AABD) program. This programs helps seniors receive financial aid for room and board, food, clothing and home supplies. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Nebraska page

Paying for Assisted Living in Nebraska

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Nebraska page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Lincoln

The city of Lincoln and Lancaster County provide a wide range of services, resources and programs for older adults. The following free resources are offered by nonprofit organizations and government agencies and include health insurance counseling, financial assistance for low-income people, veterans affairs and more.

ResourceContactService
Aging Partners(402) 441-7070Aging Partners serves as the Area Agency on Aging for seniors of Lincoln. It provides case management, legal aid, future planning advice and wellness education that can help seniors live healthier lives. The Aging Partners website has information about upcoming local events, support group meetings and the state's long-term care Medicaid Waiver program.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 942-7830The Long-Term Care Ombudsman helps assisted living residents and their families with issues such as elder neglect, exploitation, facility safety concerns and general quality of care. The ombudsmen inform seniors of their rights and can help resolve complaints on their behalf. On its website, seniors can find a guide about what to look for when visiting assisted living facilities, including questions to ask staff and tips for choosing a community that meets their needs.
Lincoln Regional Veterans Office(800) 827-1000Lincoln veterans can contact this office to request information about VA benefits, including pensions and service-connected disabilities. Seniors can also get help with filing compensation and pension claims. Service officers can give veterans information about the city's VA outpatient clinic, which provides primary and specialty care, lab services, mental health treatment and more.
Assistive Technology Partnership(531) 207-2226The Assistive Technology Partnership's ReUse Network provides durable medical equipment loans for Lincoln seniors who can't afford to buy needed equipment themselves. Eligible seniors can request walkers, wheelchairs, magnifying devices and other equipment to help them with their activities of daily living. ATP also coordinates iCanConnect (ICC), a program that provides special telecommunication equipment for people with significant hearing and vision loss.
Lincoln Downtown Senior Center(402) 441-7154The Downtown Senior Center offers a variety of recreational activities and assistance programs for the city's older adults. Seniors can enjoy exercise and art classes, writing groups, live music and games. Services available at the center include income tax filing assistance, health programs, a computer lab and referrals to volunteer opportunities through Lancaster County.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lincoln

Lincoln Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Nebraska are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Nebraska page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Nebraska

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