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Assisted living costs in Ponca average about $3,789 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 21 communities in Ponca. Our detailed directory has 46 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of The Heritage at Northern Hills
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The light and brightness of the place appealed to me. The people milling about seemed it would be a friendly community. Also, it seemed a beautiful, safe neighborhood for my young grandkids to come for care...
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.
Welcome to The Heritage at Northern Hills, an Independent and Assisted Living community that embraces individuality, encourages independence and provides the care you need to live the life you want. We have been a part of the Siouxland community for over 25 years! Our staff members have over 30...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living at North Park Place
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88 Floor plans available
8.6
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The placement didn't workout since [name removed] needed nursing home Alzheimer's care. However, what we liked the most about this community was the cleanliness and the meals and dining. Based on the...
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.
Charter Senior Living of Northpark Place offers all the amenities of home without many of the hassles & headaches that go along with home ownership. Located just a few blocks away from Unity Point St. Luke's Hospital in Sioux City, Northpark Place is one of the most established communities in...
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The staff and hospice were just terrific, they made sure our questions were answered and we got everything we needed. They were very compassionate. The rooms are on the smaller side, but nice and it had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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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 WEL-LIFE At Elk Point
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.
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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 StoneyBrook Suites Dakota Dunes
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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
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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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Photo of Prime Assisted Living
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.
Peace of Mind for the Entire Family!As a tenant of Prime Living Apartments, you will quickly feel like one of the family.  You can rest assured that you will be receiving the best care and services in a warm and dignified manner.  Prime Living Apartments is an affordable assisted living...
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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.
Regency Square is a leader in skilled nursing in the Siouxland area. Our professional therapy team is available to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy. While we have several residents that return to their own home after a short-term stay, Regency Square also offers a comforting,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Bickford of Sioux City we offer premiere Memory Care services. The fullest expression of assistance comes with an intimate understanding of our residents. Each person is unique, as are the services they require, and the manner they wish for them to be met. We also know firsthand the confusion...
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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.
Photo of Northwood Assisted Living Ctr
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.
Photo of Heritage of Emerson
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Ponca, NE

The average cost of senior living in Ponca is $3,789 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maskell, NE with an average of $2,055 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ponca, NE vs. nearby cities

Ponca, NE
$3,789/mo
$3,749/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ponca, NE vs. the state and national average

Ponca, NE
$3,789/mo
U.S. national average
$4,730/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ponca vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,789/mo
$3,789/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ponca, NE by room type

Studio
$3,920/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,094/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,133/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ponca, NE

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Ponca.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ponca

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ponca

Floyd Senior Living in Sergeant Bluff, IA

5.0
We needed a place for my dad on short notice and Floyd Place was helpful in expediting that process. Although COVID-19 is an issue for everyone at this point, the staff are all taking proper precautions with all residents and finding ways, within the CDC rulings, to have the family visit. The ...
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Charter Senior Living at North Park Place in Sioux City, IA

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at Charter Senior Living at North Park Place and everything has been generally good for him at this facility so far. Staff communication with the family is good. The move in process was good. The cleanliness and friendliness are also good. I would recommend ...
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The Heritage at Northern Hills in Sioux City, IA

4.9
The staff was very gracious in providing temporary furniture for my mother and getting everything set up in a comfortable fashion and then removing the items on the day her furniture arrived. All the residents seemed active and friendly. They allow pets.

Ponca assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponca assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponca, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Ponca assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ponca that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ponca, NENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.3%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
56.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.3%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ponca assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ponca Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ponca, NENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.3%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
6.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.8%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ponca assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ponca partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponca, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
36.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
35%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponca assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ponca communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponca, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
18.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponca assisted 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 assisted living communities in Ponca offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponca, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
29.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.3%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ponca

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Nebraska assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ponca protect seniors.

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