Assisted Living in Omaha, NE
Located on the Missouri River not far from the Iowa border, the city of Omaha, Nebraska, is famous for its nationally known zoo and many cultural attractions. The city is home to 487,300 people, and 13.3% of the population is 65 and over. Omaha’s varied climate and many things to do make it a popular choice among Nebraska’s retirees.
Assisted living communities in Nebraska provide seniors with options to live fairly independently while also giving them a little extra help with their daily living needs. The average cost for assisted living each month in Omaha is $4,652, which is quite a bit higher than the state’s average.
This guide introduces the assisted living options in Omaha as well as more details about the costs of this type of care and how seniors can get help paying for it. It will also give older adults and their family members a list of resources that can help seniors live comfortably after making the move to assisted living. Finally, it will show the benefits and drawbacks of assisted living in the city.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Omaha, NE
Crown Pointe
2820 South 80th, Omaha, NE, 68124
Crown Pointe assisted living center is located on a quiet residential street in Omaha away from the traffic and noise. The location is peaceful, yet still close to shopping, golf courses and Creighton
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Crown Pointe assisted living center is located on a quiet residential street in Omaha away from the traffic and noise. The location is peaceful, yet still close to shopping, golf courses and Creighton University Medical Center. Visitors describe the community as clean, well lit, comfortable and quaint. Residents can choose to attend activities, such as movie nights, musical performances, guests speakers and card games. Family members and guests applaud the front desk and nursing staff for being attentive, friendly and helpful. The Crown Pointe community offers multiple apartment layout options and small pets are welcome.
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Crown Pointe assisted living center is located on a quiet residential street in Omaha away from the traffic and noise. The location is peaceful, yet still close to shopping, golf courses and Creighton
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Crown Pointe assisted living center is located on a quiet residential street in Omaha away from the traffic and noise. The location is peaceful, yet still close to shopping, golf courses and Creighton University Medical Center. Visitors describe the community as clean, well lit, comfortable and quaint. Residents can choose to attend activities, such as movie nights, musical performances, guests speakers and card games. Family members and guests applaud the front desk and nursing staff for being attentive, friendly and helpful. The Crown Pointe community offers multiple apartment layout options and small pets are welcome.
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Brighton Gardens of Omaha
9220 Western Avenue, Omaha, NE, 68114
Brighton Gardens of Omaha is centrally located off I-680 and West Dodge Road close to two shopping malls, several restaurants and multiple hospitals. Visitors are quickly impressed with the beautiful,
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Brighton Gardens of Omaha is centrally located off I-680 and West Dodge Road close to two shopping malls, several restaurants and multiple hospitals. Visitors are quickly impressed with the beautiful, park-like surroundings that were once a golf course. Residents report enjoying the on-site resident pets and daily activities that include Bingo, painting, musical performances and happy hour. Family members appreciate the upbeat and knowledgeable nursing staff and feel like their loved ones are being well taken care of. Guests and residents frequently comment on the well-maintained common areas and clean rooms.
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Brighton Gardens of Omaha is centrally located off I-680 and West Dodge Road close to two shopping malls, several restaurants and multiple hospitals. Visitors are quickly impressed with the beautiful,
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Brighton Gardens of Omaha is centrally located off I-680 and West Dodge Road close to two shopping malls, several restaurants and multiple hospitals. Visitors are quickly impressed with the beautiful, park-like surroundings that were once a golf course. Residents report enjoying the on-site resident pets and daily activities that include Bingo, painting, musical performances and happy hour. Family members appreciate the upbeat and knowledgeable nursing staff and feel like their loved ones are being well taken care of. Guests and residents frequently comment on the well-maintained common areas and clean rooms.
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Aksarben Village
1330 S 70th St, Omaha, NE, 68106
Located in Omaha, Nebraska, Aksarben Village is close to Elmwood Park and the Crossroads Mall. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the courteous staff at this community. Visitors compliment the
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Located in Omaha, Nebraska, Aksarben Village is close to Elmwood Park and the Crossroads Mall. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the courteous staff at this community. Visitors compliment the clean, spacious and well-organized accommodations, some of which include in-room kitchenettes. Residents enjoy the array of amenities available at Aksarben Village, such as an on-site beauty parlor, chapel and movie theater. The facility receives plenty of praise for scheduling bingo games, craft-making projects, shopping trips and exercise classes. It also gets high marks for serving delicious food in an elegant dining area.
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Located in Omaha, Nebraska, Aksarben Village is close to Elmwood Park and the Crossroads Mall. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the courteous staff at this community. Visitors compliment the
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Located in Omaha, Nebraska, Aksarben Village is close to Elmwood Park and the Crossroads Mall. Residents and their loved ones appreciate the courteous staff at this community. Visitors compliment the clean, spacious and well-organized accommodations, some of which include in-room kitchenettes. Residents enjoy the array of amenities available at Aksarben Village, such as an on-site beauty parlor, chapel and movie theater. The facility receives plenty of praise for scheduling bingo games, craft-making projects, shopping trips and exercise classes. It also gets high marks for serving delicious food in an elegant dining area.
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Bickford of Omaha – Hickory
7337 Hickory, Omaha, NE, 68124
Bickford of Omaha – Hickory is a premier assisted living facility conveniently located in beautiful Omaha, Nebraska. The community has nursing on staff to address resident needs and offers different l
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Bickford of Omaha – Hickory is a premier assisted living facility conveniently located in beautiful Omaha, Nebraska. The community has nursing on staff to address resident needs and offers different levels of care including a memory unit staffed by friendly and attentive personnel. Residents and loved ones like the smaller, more family-like feel of the facility. Family members feel included and are always invited to group activities and field trips. The recently renovated facility has been praised as being very clean with excellent short-order food. Other amenities include laundry service, a beauty and barber shop and resident transportation.
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Bickford of Omaha – Hickory is a premier assisted living facility conveniently located in beautiful Omaha, Nebraska. The community has nursing on staff to address resident needs and offers different l
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Bickford of Omaha – Hickory is a premier assisted living facility conveniently located in beautiful Omaha, Nebraska. The community has nursing on staff to address resident needs and offers different levels of care including a memory unit staffed by friendly and attentive personnel. Residents and loved ones like the smaller, more family-like feel of the facility. Family members feel included and are always invited to group activities and field trips. The recently renovated facility has been praised as being very clean with excellent short-order food. Other amenities include laundry service, a beauty and barber shop and resident transportation.
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The Waterford at Roxbury Park
5728 South 108th St, Omaha, NE, 68137
Situated southwest of downtown Omaha and close to I-80 and Highway 275, The Waterford at Roxbury Park provides assisted living and respite care with easy access to the city. The facility is close to E
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Situated southwest of downtown Omaha and close to I-80 and Highway 275, The Waterford at Roxbury Park provides assisted living and respite care with easy access to the city. The facility is close to Empire Park Shopping Center and a number of national franchise dining options, including Dunkin’ Donuts and Jimmy John’s. Reviews give high ratings to its beautiful building and manicured grounds and compliment the staff for its friendliness and helpfulness. Three daily restaurant-style meals keep residents well fed, while scheduled transportation gets them to medical appointments and provides opportunities for them to engage with the outside world.
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Situated southwest of downtown Omaha and close to I-80 and Highway 275, The Waterford at Roxbury Park provides assisted living and respite care with easy access to the city. The facility is close to E
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Situated southwest of downtown Omaha and close to I-80 and Highway 275, The Waterford at Roxbury Park provides assisted living and respite care with easy access to the city. The facility is close to Empire Park Shopping Center and a number of national franchise dining options, including Dunkin’ Donuts and Jimmy John’s. Reviews give high ratings to its beautiful building and manicured grounds and compliment the staff for its friendliness and helpfulness. Three daily restaurant-style meals keep residents well fed, while scheduled transportation gets them to medical appointments and provides opportunities for them to engage with the outside world.
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The Waterford at Miracle Hills
11909 Miracle Hills Dr, Omaha, NE, 68154
Situated west of Omaha and close to I-680 and Highway 6, The Waterford at Miracle Hills offers assisted living with easy access to the city. Shopping options, including Costco, Whole Foods Market and
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Situated west of Omaha and close to I-680 and Highway 6, The Waterford at Miracle Hills offers assisted living with easy access to the city. Shopping options, including Costco, Whole Foods Market and Westroads Mall, are conveniently nearby, as are national franchise restaurants such as The Cheesecake Factory and Chick-fil-A. Family members rate this facility with high marks for its cleanliness, 24/7 caring staff, restaurant-style meals and home-like feel. This pet-friendly community has safety-assist handrails in the bathrooms and an emergency call button in each apartment. There are also communal walking paths and a fitness room to keep seniors active.
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Situated west of Omaha and close to I-680 and Highway 6, The Waterford at Miracle Hills offers assisted living with easy access to the city. Shopping options, including Costco, Whole Foods Market and
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Situated west of Omaha and close to I-680 and Highway 6, The Waterford at Miracle Hills offers assisted living with easy access to the city. Shopping options, including Costco, Whole Foods Market and Westroads Mall, are conveniently nearby, as are national franchise restaurants such as The Cheesecake Factory and Chick-fil-A. Family members rate this facility with high marks for its cleanliness, 24/7 caring staff, restaurant-style meals and home-like feel. This pet-friendly community has safety-assist handrails in the bathrooms and an emergency call button in each apartment. There are also communal walking paths and a fitness room to keep seniors active.
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Bickford of Omaha – Blondo
11308 Blondo, Omaha, NE, 68164
Bickford of Omaha – Blondo was roughly comparable to the other place I visited. The rooms were smaller. They had a central courtyard, but the access to the courtyard was not as easily accessible as th
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Bickford of Omaha – Blondo was roughly comparable to the other place I visited. The rooms were smaller. They had a central courtyard, but the access to the courtyard was not as easily accessible as the other place. The food there might have been a little bit more varied, and they had their menus posted, which I liked. Their common area was a little restricted, but they only have 42 occupants, so it’s a smaller facility. I didn’t feel it was quite as welcoming as the others I visited.
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Bickford of Omaha – Blondo was roughly comparable to the other place I visited. The rooms were smaller. They had a central courtyard, but the access to the courtyard was not as easily accessible as th
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Bickford of Omaha – Blondo was roughly comparable to the other place I visited. The rooms were smaller. They had a central courtyard, but the access to the courtyard was not as easily accessible as the other place. The food there might have been a little bit more varied, and they had their menus posted, which I liked. Their common area was a little restricted, but they only have 42 occupants, so it’s a smaller facility. I didn’t feel it was quite as welcoming as the others I visited.
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Westgate Assisted Living
3030 South 80th Street, Omaha, NE, 68124
Westgate Assisted Living is located within a vibrant neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska near the Pipal Park Community Center and West Center Road. The community is commended for its intimate dining hall
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Westgate Assisted Living is located within a vibrant neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska near the Pipal Park Community Center and West Center Road. The community is commended for its intimate dining hall where residents can enjoy nutritious, sumptuous food. The facility receives high marks for providing companion suites for residents who enjoy extra camaraderie and residents further appreciate that small pets are allowed within the one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments. Westgate makes sure that their residents can stay connected to their loved ones with in-room internet service.
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Westgate Assisted Living is located within a vibrant neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska near the Pipal Park Community Center and West Center Road. The community is commended for its intimate dining hall
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Westgate Assisted Living is located within a vibrant neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska near the Pipal Park Community Center and West Center Road. The community is commended for its intimate dining hall where residents can enjoy nutritious, sumptuous food. The facility receives high marks for providing companion suites for residents who enjoy extra camaraderie and residents further appreciate that small pets are allowed within the one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments. Westgate makes sure that their residents can stay connected to their loved ones with in-room internet service.
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Remington Heights Retirement
12606 W Dodge Rd,, Omaha, NE, 68154
I visited Remington Heights while looking for an assisted living facility for my father-in-law. Hannah was awesome to work with. She provided a lot of information during the tour. The room sizes were
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I visited Remington Heights while looking for an assisted living facility for my father-in-law. Hannah was awesome to work with. She provided a lot of information during the tour. The room sizes were nice and I felt the services were affordable. She explained the different levels of care well so I could estimate costs.
The facility itself was spacious and clean. There were lots of thoughtful touches in the rooms, such as LOTS of grab bars in the bathrooms, and automatic lights that turned on in the closets when the closet door was opened, and hooks on the back of the bathroom doors. There were also lots of places to sit all around the facility, including a bench in the elevator (great idea).
I liked how visitors were required to sign in and checked for COVID symptoms before entering. The residents I interacted with seemed happy to be there.
One thing that set Remington Heights apart after the tour was Hannah’s level of follow-up. She checked in with me to see how my search was progressing. Unfortunately, we discovered shortly after the tour that my father-in-law’s cancer had come back, and he is going to need some intensive treatment in the short-term. While Remington Heights provides free transportation to medical appointments, I decided I needed to choose a facility for him that would be closer to where I live.
But if that hadn’t been the case, they would have definitely been a top choice. The level of activities offered, the services provided, and the cost (especially the lower community fee compared to other facilities) made this a serious contender.
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I visited Remington Heights while looking for an assisted living facility for my father-in-law. Hannah was awesome to work with. She provided a lot of information during the tour. The room sizes were
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I visited Remington Heights while looking for an assisted living facility for my father-in-law. Hannah was awesome to work with. She provided a lot of information during the tour. The room sizes were nice and I felt the services were affordable. She explained the different levels of care well so I could estimate costs.
The facility itself was spacious and clean. There were lots of thoughtful touches in the rooms, such as LOTS of grab bars in the bathrooms, and automatic lights that turned on in the closets when the closet door was opened, and hooks on the back of the bathroom doors. There were also lots of places to sit all around the facility, including a bench in the elevator (great idea).
I liked how visitors were required to sign in and checked for COVID symptoms before entering. The residents I interacted with seemed happy to be there.
One thing that set Remington Heights apart after the tour was Hannah’s level of follow-up. She checked in with me to see how my search was progressing. Unfortunately, we discovered shortly after the tour that my father-in-law’s cancer had come back, and he is going to need some intensive treatment in the short-term. While Remington Heights provides free transportation to medical appointments, I decided I needed to choose a facility for him that would be closer to where I live.
But if that hadn’t been the case, they would have definitely been a top choice. The level of activities offered, the services provided, and the cost (especially the lower community fee compared to other facilities) made this a serious contender.
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Parsons House on Eagle Run
14325 Eagle Run Drive, Omaha, NE, 68164
Thank you for the fine care that you gave my husband. Parsons house was the answer to our prayers!
Thank you for the fine care that you gave my husband. Parsons house was the answer to our prayers!
Fountain View Senior Living
5710 S. 108th St, Omaha, NE, 68137
The tour I had at Fountain View Senior Living went well. I liked the staff there the best out of any place that we went. They were authentic people. We felt like they were just showing the facility ra
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The tour I had at Fountain View Senior Living went well. I liked the staff there the best out of any place that we went. They were authentic people. We felt like they were just showing the facility rather than trying to sell us on it. It was a good interaction. The food was also better than in any of the other places and the facility was very clean.
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The tour I had at Fountain View Senior Living went well. I liked the staff there the best out of any place that we went. They were authentic people. We felt like they were just showing the facility ra
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The tour I had at Fountain View Senior Living went well. I liked the staff there the best out of any place that we went. They were authentic people. We felt like they were just showing the facility rather than trying to sell us on it. It was a good interaction. The food was also better than in any of the other places and the facility was very clean.
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Heritage Pointe
16811 Burdette Street, Omaha, NE, 68116
I had a chance to do two tours at Heritage Pointe, and they were impressive. The staff is extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The facility is well-kept, it looks like it’s well-run. It’s a pla
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I had a chance to do two tours at Heritage Pointe, and they were impressive. The staff is extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The facility is well-kept, it looks like it’s well-run. It’s a place that I could see myself wanting to live one day, so that was a good sign. Their amenities include an impresive coffee bar and library, a lovely dining room, and a movie room. There’s a courtyard and sidewalk for walks and socializing, it was a really lovely setting. The rooms that I saw looked move-in ready and clean. They have many scheduled activities, and there are calendars available. They pride themselves and work hard to please the residents with activities planned around the residents’ specific interests and hobbies.
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I had a chance to do two tours at Heritage Pointe, and they were impressive. The staff is extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The facility is well-kept, it looks like it’s well-run. It’s a pla
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I had a chance to do two tours at Heritage Pointe, and they were impressive. The staff is extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The facility is well-kept, it looks like it’s well-run. It’s a place that I could see myself wanting to live one day, so that was a good sign. Their amenities include an impresive coffee bar and library, a lovely dining room, and a movie room. There’s a courtyard and sidewalk for walks and socializing, it was a really lovely setting. The rooms that I saw looked move-in ready and clean. They have many scheduled activities, and there are calendars available. They pride themselves and work hard to please the residents with activities planned around the residents’ specific interests and hobbies.
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Edgewood Vista – Omaha
17620 Poppleton Avenue, Omaha, NE, 68130
This facility, specializing in memory care, offers assisted living, skilled care, daycare, and respite care–and will also accept hospice onsite.
It’s a one-story building, with secure locked and cod
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This facility, specializing in memory care, offers assisted living, skilled care, daycare, and respite care–and will also accept hospice onsite.
It’s a one-story building, with secure locked and coded doors. When you walk in, there is an open space"”with bedrooms branching out from the common area. All 12 individual rooms are spacious, with private bathroom"”and residents are allowed to furnish them on their own. There are no phones in the rooms, although portable phones are provided as needed.
An open area with a kitchen makes the place seem homey. There is also a big living room and dining room area with comfortable couches around"”and a large window provides a view of open fields, which is comforting to many residents. A gated, enclosed courtyard is provided so residents can walk outdoors on their own.
Residents are encouraged to be out of their rooms as much as possible"”and staff members make the effort and take the time to feed those who need help. I witnessed one caregiver take as long as an hour to feed a resident here.
Edgewood Vista may be a good fit for memory care residents especially, since the small size allows for lots of individualized care.
A boon for many is that even residents who are not ambulatory are admitted to assisted living, which is different from most similar facilities.
The food is good: cooked family style, fresh, brought in daily"”and in a true show of confidence and solidarity, the staff eats right along with the residents.
There are some planned activities for the residents"”nothing of major structure, but usually smaller, quieter activities"”crafts on a dining room table, making Valentines. All residents are encouraged to take part, even if it’s just to watch.
There is a good staff to resident ratio. Caregivers are attentive and seem to cooperate with outside caregivers and family members. When one family member recently brought up a concern with the administration, they acted quickly to get satisfactory results.
The cost ranges from $4,500 to near $6,000 a month, depending on the amount of care required, which is rather pricey for the area, although it does now accept Medicaid. And there are currently no male residents, which does change the dynamics of the place some"”and may be a potential drawback for some men who are considering becoming residents.
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This facility, specializing in memory care, offers assisted living, skilled care, daycare, and respite care–and will also accept hospice onsite.
It’s a one-story building, with secure locked and cod
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This facility, specializing in memory care, offers assisted living, skilled care, daycare, and respite care–and will also accept hospice onsite.
It’s a one-story building, with secure locked and coded doors. When you walk in, there is an open space"”with bedrooms branching out from the common area. All 12 individual rooms are spacious, with private bathroom"”and residents are allowed to furnish them on their own. There are no phones in the rooms, although portable phones are provided as needed.
An open area with a kitchen makes the place seem homey. There is also a big living room and dining room area with comfortable couches around"”and a large window provides a view of open fields, which is comforting to many residents. A gated, enclosed courtyard is provided so residents can walk outdoors on their own.
Residents are encouraged to be out of their rooms as much as possible"”and staff members make the effort and take the time to feed those who need help. I witnessed one caregiver take as long as an hour to feed a resident here.
Edgewood Vista may be a good fit for memory care residents especially, since the small size allows for lots of individualized care.
A boon for many is that even residents who are not ambulatory are admitted to assisted living, which is different from most similar facilities.
The food is good: cooked family style, fresh, brought in daily"”and in a true show of confidence and solidarity, the staff eats right along with the residents.
There are some planned activities for the residents"”nothing of major structure, but usually smaller, quieter activities"”crafts on a dining room table, making Valentines. All residents are encouraged to take part, even if it’s just to watch.
There is a good staff to resident ratio. Caregivers are attentive and seem to cooperate with outside caregivers and family members. When one family member recently brought up a concern with the administration, they acted quickly to get satisfactory results.
The cost ranges from $4,500 to near $6,000 a month, depending on the amount of care required, which is rather pricey for the area, although it does now accept Medicaid. And there are currently no male residents, which does change the dynamics of the place some"”and may be a potential drawback for some men who are considering becoming residents.
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Lakeside
17475 Frances St, Omaha, NE, 68130
Immanuel Lakeside Village was very nice, but I prefer a smaller place. The apartment that I could have would be on the second floor and I prefer the first floor. They have a library, a chapel, communi
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Immanuel Lakeside Village was very nice, but I prefer a smaller place. The apartment that I could have would be on the second floor and I prefer the first floor. They have a library, a chapel, community rooms, their own dining area, a restaurant, and an activity room. The one staff member I met was very cordial and nice. The rooms have a refrigerator and a microwave.
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Immanuel Lakeside Village was very nice, but I prefer a smaller place. The apartment that I could have would be on the second floor and I prefer the first floor. They have a library, a chapel, communi
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Immanuel Lakeside Village was very nice, but I prefer a smaller place. The apartment that I could have would be on the second floor and I prefer the first floor. They have a library, a chapel, community rooms, their own dining area, a restaurant, and an activity room. The one staff member I met was very cordial and nice. The rooms have a refrigerator and a microwave.
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Hickory Villa Assisted Living
7315 Hickory Street, Omaha, NE, 68124
I toured this community. The residents were doing an exercise class that looked like a lot of fun. They were all laughing. The apartment I was shown was spacious and had a lot of closets. The comm
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I toured this community. The residents were doing an exercise class that looked like a lot of fun. They were all laughing. The apartment I was shown was spacious and had a lot of closets. The community was clean and friendly.
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I toured this community. The residents were doing an exercise class that looked like a lot of fun. They were all laughing. The apartment I was shown was spacious and had a lot of closets. The comm
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I toured this community. The residents were doing an exercise class that looked like a lot of fun. They were all laughing. The apartment I was shown was spacious and had a lot of closets. The community was clean and friendly.
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An Angel’s Touch
11405 Farnam Circle, Omaha, NE, 68154
The nurses are Angels themselves, after watching over and keeping an eye on my dad for almost 2 years. The atmosphere is warm and inviting.
The nurses are Angels themselves, after watching over and keeping an eye on my dad for almost 2 years. The atmosphere is warm and inviting.
Franciscan Adult Day Care
900 N. 90th Street, Omaha, NE, 68114
I tried to reach a resident during a family emergency, and there is no human employed at New Cassel willing to speak to anyone. Very uncaring.
I tried to reach a resident during a family emergency, and there is no human employed at New Cassel willing to speak to anyone. Very uncaring.
Esprit Whispering Ridge
17555 Emmet Street, Omaha, NE, 68116
Espirit Whispering Ridge provides assisted living and memory care in a beautiful facility just northwest of Omaha. Proximity to Highway 64 and I-680 allows residents to get to the city quickly. A vari
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Espirit Whispering Ridge provides assisted living and memory care in a beautiful facility just northwest of Omaha. Proximity to Highway 64 and I-680 allows residents to get to the city quickly. A variety of floor plans offer residents options ranging from in-house rooms to apartment-style homes. Family members rave about the high level of care their loved ones receive. Residents and family members also give high ratings to the community’s home-cooked gourmet meals, fun social activities such as bingo, the spacious dining area and attractive communal spaces. This facility keeps seniors active and engaged with exercise classes, Tai Chi, board games and musical therapy.
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Espirit Whispering Ridge provides assisted living and memory care in a beautiful facility just northwest of Omaha. Proximity to Highway 64 and I-680 allows residents to get to the city quickly. A vari
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Espirit Whispering Ridge provides assisted living and memory care in a beautiful facility just northwest of Omaha. Proximity to Highway 64 and I-680 allows residents to get to the city quickly. A variety of floor plans offer residents options ranging from in-house rooms to apartment-style homes. Family members rave about the high level of care their loved ones receive. Residents and family members also give high ratings to the community’s home-cooked gourmet meals, fun social activities such as bingo, the spacious dining area and attractive communal spaces. This facility keeps seniors active and engaged with exercise classes, Tai Chi, board games and musical therapy.
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The Heritage at Legacy
2961 S. 169th Plaza, Omaha, NE, 68130
Please do not send your love ones here. My loved one wound up in the hospital 2 different times for lack of care by the safe. The second one could have easily ended their life. There’s way more I
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Please do not send your love ones here. My loved one wound up in the hospital 2 different times for lack of care by the safe. The second one could have easily ended their life. There’s way more I could go into that was horrible about this place, but the hospital visits trump the other issues. Please please please look for a different facility.
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Please do not send your love ones here. My loved one wound up in the hospital 2 different times for lack of care by the safe. The second one could have easily ended their life. There’s way more I
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Please do not send your love ones here. My loved one wound up in the hospital 2 different times for lack of care by the safe. The second one could have easily ended their life. There’s way more I could go into that was horrible about this place, but the hospital visits trump the other issues. Please please please look for a different facility.
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Via Christe
3636 California Street, Omaha, NE, 68131
Offering assisted living and memory care in downtown Omaha, Via Christe sits in close proximity to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for easy access to high-quality care. Reviews of this facil
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Offering assisted living and memory care in downtown Omaha, Via Christe sits in close proximity to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for easy access to high-quality care. Reviews of this facility rate it highly for its spacious rooms, compassionate staff, excellent housekeeping and maintenance. This community offers a variety of activities to help residents foster a healthy mind, body and spirit, including learning presentations, Tai Chi classes, bowling and daily mass. Residents also enjoy monthly birthday parties, cooking activities, bingo and other games, and matinees in the fully appointed theater complete with surround sound and reclining seats.
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Offering assisted living and memory care in downtown Omaha, Via Christe sits in close proximity to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for easy access to high-quality care. Reviews of this facil
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Offering assisted living and memory care in downtown Omaha, Via Christe sits in close proximity to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for easy access to high-quality care. Reviews of this facility rate it highly for its spacious rooms, compassionate staff, excellent housekeeping and maintenance. This community offers a variety of activities to help residents foster a healthy mind, body and spirit, including learning presentations, Tai Chi classes, bowling and daily mass. Residents also enjoy monthly birthday parties, cooking activities, bingo and other games, and matinees in the fully appointed theater complete with surround sound and reclining seats.
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COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Omaha
Since most COVID-19 rules for Assisted Living Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Assisted Living in NE. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Omaha
Assisted living communities in Omaha and the rest of the state are overseen by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. This office provides licensing for these facilities, while also ensuring they adhere to all of the state’s rules and regulations regarding long-term care facilities for seniors.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Omaha
- Omaha’s cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, which helps seniors make the most out of their retirement savings. Transportation and housing costs are particularly low, but groceries also cost slightly less than in a typical U.S. city.
- Nebraska does not tax Social Security benefits for seniors who make under a set income threshold, but overall its tax laws are not very senior-friendly. The state sales tax rate is 5.5%, putting it in the middle of the pack nationally, and Omaha’s local sales taxes add another 1.4% on average. However, seniors do have the perk of no taxes on groceries or prescription medications. The low cost of living in Omaha helps offset the taxes.
- Both violent and property crime rates are higher than average in Omaha, but seniors can feel safe in their retirement by carefully choosing their assisted living community. Most local communities have security features, which may include video monitoring and restricted entry.
- Nebraska has all four seasons, and the warm summers help offset the harsh winters. Spring and fall in Omaha often bring moderate temperatures and low precipitation.
- Omaha’s public transit system has several reduced cost options for seniors, as well as accessible transportation choices that help seniors get around town efficiently.
- Though none of its health care options are high ranking for senior care specifically, there are several choices in Omaha for health care needs, including Nebraska Medicine-Nebraska Medical Center and Nebraska Methodist Hospital.
Paying for Assisted Living in Omaha
Seniors in Omaha can expect to pay an average of $4,652 a month for assisted living care based on the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This is a bit higher than the national average of $4,500 a month and almost $600 more than the state’s $4,076 average.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
With a monthly cost of $4,652 for assisted living care, Omaha is one of the higher-cost options in the state. Only Lincoln has a higher cost at $4,715 a month, and Grand Island’s cost is much lower at $2,906. Across the border and to the north in Sioux City, Iowa, the cost is $4,148.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living is one of several senior care options in Omaha. Adult day health care is the most affordable choice with a monthly average of just $1,842, while nursing home care is the most costly at $7,452 for a semiprivate room. In-home care and home health care both cost an average of $5,529, even though home health care provides assistance not only with personal care but also with medical needs.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Omaha
While Nebraska’s financial assistance is limited to standard Medicare programs like SSDI and Medicare part D, the Nebraska Senior Health Insurance Information Program has been established to help seniors and people who need health insurance to understand the funding options that are available through Medicare.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Nebraska page.
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 Omaha
Seniors in Omaha have a number of resources they can tap into through the community. Those who are considering assisted living or who already live in an assisted living community can use these nonprofit and government programs to find free services and initiatives to help them in their retirement. Some also provide recreational and social opportunities for Omaha’s older adults.
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(402) 444-5900
The City of Omaha operates four senior centers that provide a place where older adults can connect with each other. In addition to offering meals, senior centers can often connect people to local assistance services.
(402) 444-6536
The Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging is the Area Agency on Aging that serves Douglas, Sarpy, Dodge, Cass and Washington counties. The Office on Aging provides seniors in Omaha with access to important services that help them remain as independent as possible while also providing support when they are ready for the services of an assisted living community.
(800) 942-7830
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman works with long-term care facilities, including assisted living communities, to ensure that seniors receive the right level of care. Older adults and their families can register complaints if they suspect any form of abuse or neglect, and the ombudsman will sometimes inspect these communities to advocate for their residents.
(402) 444-7180
The Douglas County Veterans’ Services Office connects veterans, including those who are retired, to the services they earned through their time in the military. Seniors may receive financial help, education, pensions, life insurance and access to Nebraska’s veterans' homes.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Omaha
Omaha Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in NE are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Nebraska page for more information about these laws.
