Nebraska Assisted Living

Nebraska, like many parts of the Midwest that are under reported from a national standpoint, actually has a very high ranking when it comes to overall quality of senior living. Senior citizens that live in the state appreciate the lower housing costs, overall costs of living, lower crime, less traffic, and overall feelings of well-being.

Nebraska is known for its tight knit communities. There are a couple of fairly good size cities in Lincoln and Omaha, however, the vast majority of residents live in small, rural-based communities.

Nebraska assisted living is known for having beautiful furnishings and plenty of different amenities. The dollar is known to stretch further in the Cornhusker state where people are friendly and the services are great.

Costs of Nebraska Assisted Living

The cost for assisted living in Nebraska is characteristic of most of the Midwest. The prices are fair, as Nebraska senior living complexes statistically rank slightly below the national average.

The median for Nebraska assisted living is $3,700 per month, with the bottom ten percent (most affordable) facilities are about $2,200 per month and the highest ten percent (most expensive) average $6,260 per month.

The most expensive housing for seniors is based out of towns like Gretna, Elkhorn, Bennington, Plattsmouth, and Blair. Meanwhile, the communities of Grand Island, Beatrice, Nebraska City, Fremont, and Norfolk are known for their senior living affordability.

The counties of Hall ($3,650 per month), Otoe ($3,695 per month) and Gage ($3,700 per month) are regarded as the most affordable areas in the state for assisted living, while Cass County ($4,090 per month) and Washington County ($4,000 per month) are the priciest.

Certain programs are available for Nebraska seniors to help pay for senior living and care. The Aged and Disabled Medicaid Waiver is available through the state’s Medicaid system. The program is set aside for helping fiancé costs related to assisted living care and cost of rooms.

Types of Nebraska Assisted Living Available

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is responsible for overseeing the management and safety procedures of state-licensed assisted living complexes.

The state lists different types of assisted living that is available including Adult Day Services, traditional Assisted Living Centers, Intermediate Care Facilities (for disabled adults), and Residential Based Health Institutions.

Nebraska defines assisted living facilities as ones that provide assistance with daily living, basic health services, transportation to medical appointments, medication assistance, and housekeeping and laundry services.

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