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Photo of Regency Retirement Residence
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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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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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 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
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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.
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....
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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The meals and dining service at Pemberly Place is very good, and even though our love one does not participate in the activities they do have an abundant amount. We would recommend the community to others.
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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The value for cost is quite pricey but it is a smaller facility and all on one level so it is easily accessible for everyone. The meals and dining service according to our loved one is excellent, and the...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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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.
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
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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 The Lexington Assisted Living
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, 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.
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.
Photo of Prescott Place Inc
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 Union Manor
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 Union Manor
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Legacy Estates
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.
Legacy Estates is located in a beautiful neighborhood with close proximity to restaurants, shopping, medical offices, and walking paths. The community, which offers both Independent and Assisted Living, provides a spectacular environment both inside and out. Our residents enjoy large,...
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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.
Chatelaine Residences is a senior living community that is located in Lincoln, NE. Lincoln is the capital city of Nebraska and is the second most populous city in all of Nebraska. Chatelaine Residences is conveniently located nearby local shopping, entertainment and dining. Although the city is...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Cortland, NE

The average cost of senior living in Cortland is $4,046 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Plymouth, NE with an average of $2,688 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cortland, NE vs. nearby cities

Cortland, NE
$4,046/mo
$4,007/mo
$4,176/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cortland, NE vs. the state and national average

Cortland, NE
$4,046/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cortland vs. other types of senior living

$4,579/mo
Independent Living
$4,046/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Cortland, NE by room type

Semi-Private
$4,995/mo
Studio
$4,465/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,521/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,908/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cortland over time

Cortland, NENE stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Cortland

Recent reviews for independent living in Cortland

Yankee Hill Village in Lincoln, NE

4.9
This feels like a modern community compared to many others. This community is bright, fresh and inviting to the residents. I knew this was the place for my sister the second that I walked in. They have activities at this community like trip to various stores like target, craft activities, movie ...
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Savannah Pines Retirement Community in Lincoln, NE

4.3
We chose Savannah Pines because it was the nicest faiclity out of the ones we looked at. There was a lot of life and activity and the residents were super friendly. The staff were very nice and welcoming as well. Mom is able to have her dog which was a necessity. She has a 2 bedroom apartment ...
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Bailey Pointe on Van Dorn in Lincoln, NE

4.9
When you can no longer provide care for family or friend, and you want them to be cared for in a personal, respectful, and loving manner Bailey Pointe/Windcrest is the place. Environment is clean, warm and safe.

Cortland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cortland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cortland, 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 Cortland 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 Cortland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cortland, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5%
17.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.9%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
7.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.9%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cortland 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 Cortland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cortland, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.9%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
36.9%
Room service
Room service
12.9%
31.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.9%
14.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cortland 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 Cortland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cortland, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
17.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.9%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.8%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.8%
36.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.9%
32%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.8%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
19.8%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
6.9%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.9%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
40%
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Bailey Pointe on Van Dorn, Aviva Woodlands and Yankee Hill Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cortland, Nebraska. See full list of communities.

There are 102 independent living facilities near Cortland, Nebraska. See the full list.

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