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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Buffalo County, NE
Assisted living costs in Buffalo County average about $4,553 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Buffalo County. Our detailed directory has 26 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Kearney, Shelton and Gibbon.
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8.5
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12 reviews
I would have to give them all 5's. My mom is liking Kinship a lot. She is in independent living so there is not really any care required. The people are friendly, the food is good and it's a fine facility.
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.
Here it’s all about choices—your choices. With several floor plans to choose from so you’ll be able to find just the right space for you. With plenty of natural window light and space, some apartments even have garden views and a private balcony or patio. You’ll also have a working kitchen. And...
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6.3
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14 reviews
The staff are very friendly and helpful. My grandma has a hard time seeing and tremors and they always make sure her menu is filled out at lunch and help make sure her menu sure her food is cut up for easy...
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.
In the spirit of love, Bethesda Adult Communities provides an environment where vintage lives blossom. We strive to cultivate a vibrant, active and healthy community. Bethesda Adult Communities are apart of a non-profit Christian based organization that have been caring for seniors...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
As we turn the pages of our lives – growing up, working, experiencing loves and losses, raising our own children – we all experience times when we need a little extra help. At Homestead, we have created an environment which combines and celebrates these memorable aspects of life and creates new...
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Cost of assisted living in Buffalo County, NE
The average cost of senior living in Buffalo County is $4,553 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumner, NE with an average of $1,700 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo County, NE vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo County, NE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Buffalo County, NE by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Buffalo County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Buffalo County, NE
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What families are saying about assisted living in Buffalo County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Buffalo County
CountryHouse Kearney
5.0
This was good, it was more expensive than the other communities that I have seen. The communication with the communities was well and went great.
Cambridge Court in Kearney, NE
5.0
Experience has been awesome, staff friendly and helpful housekeeping and tidy, done in timely manner office director and building director very helpful Minors and med daily prompt and available at all time. Kitchen staff great meals are tasty for the most part and hot.
Broadwell Senior Living Kearney
5.0
What our family likes the most about this community is just how helpful everyone is there and the overall atmosphere of the community is very inviting. We would recommend this community to other families based on our experience.
Buffalo County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo County, 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 Buffalo County 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 Buffalo County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo County 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 Buffalo County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo County, NENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo County 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 Buffalo County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo County, NENational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo County 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 Buffalo County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
60%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo County 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 Buffalo County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Buffalo County
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 Buffalo County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kinship Pointe Kearney Northridge, Broadwell Senior Living Kearney and Cambridge Court are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Buffalo County, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
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