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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Polk County, NE

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Polk County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Polk County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 60 independent living facilities in Polk County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Platte, Saunders or York.

Polk County Independent Living Facilities | 61 Reviews

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price of Independent Living in Polk County, NE is $2,032/month. Learn more
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Polk County, NE
Prairie Village Retirement Center in Columbus, NE
4.0

Because my own home would be better, I didn't give 5 stars. The meals are good, the help is helpful and friendly and most everyone calls me by my first name. I'm forgetful and was unable to cook for myself so this is ideal for me and I have 2 family members living within 12 miles so I can get personal help if I need to. When I need assisted living its right here across the street. I also have a sister in assisted living.

Cottonwood Senior Living in Columbus, NE
3.9

It was more homey than [community name removed]. There were a couple of ladies there who tried to make friends with mom, that was nice. I am not sure we would recommend this community to others, it would maybe depend on the health of the person going in and if that person would be willing to participate in the activities Then it would be an okay place to stay better than [community name removed]but not as nice as [community name removed]. As I remember the time when mom was there , there would be a lot of pros and cons

Greene Senior Living in Seward, NE
4.6

Shortly after my mom moved into green place my husband and I felt like we had become part of a big family and not like mom was just another patient in a nursing home. Green place really made us all feel special and heard. I would recommend green place to anyone. They really care about the people that live there like there own.

Cottonwood Senior Living

3271 29th Avenue, Columbus, NE 68601

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17 reviews

Everyone I have come in contact with are very nice, and supportive. The facility is clean, and the resident have choices when it comes to the meals that they eat. I recommend it to anyone who needs a place...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cottonwood Place is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the friendly town of Columbus, Nebraska. We are about four blocks north of Glur Park. In 2012 and 2014 we won the Best Assisted Living Facility in Columbus award and in 2013 we won the Certificate of Achievement for Exceptional...

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Prairie Village Retirement Center

3000 39th Avenue, Columbus, NE 68601

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5 reviews

The staff was very helpful from the very first day I moved in. They have always asked if there was anything they could help me with. I would recommend Prairie Valley to my family and friends .

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Kinship Pointe Seward

500 Heartland Park Dr, Seward, NE 68434

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8 reviews

Overall I would say we're happy with how things are going. I'm not worrying about him being taken care of. He says the meals are good and he is as busy as he wants to be. So far they have done everything...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Our quaint community has almost 100 senior apartments and the entire community is located on one level, so you’ll have easy access to all of our amenities.Your home is your space. That’s why you have several floor plans to choose from. With a private bathroom, a kitchen and plenty of window...

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Bickford of Grand Island

3285 Woodridge Blvd, Grand Island, NE 68801

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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7 reviews

He was only there 4 days before he died, but in that short time they took excellent care of him & also watched out for mom. They are still checking on us in September & he died in June. Staff very attentive...

Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Greene Senior Living

600 Church St, Seward, NE 68434

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20 reviews

Our loved one has been a resident for over 4 years and we have been very pleased. The staff has treated all of us as family and we truly appreciate their care. The community is smaller so they are able to be...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Greene Place is located in the small town of Seward, Nebraska. Our community is nestled on the end of a street in a quiet residential neighborhood just 1/2 mile east of the Seward Country Club. We are less than two miles from Lied Senior Center which is a popular gathering place for programs,...

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Saunders House

1313 Hackberry St, Wahoo, NE 68066

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2 reviews

Recently I had to go out of town and chose Saunders House for my husband's respite care. What a great choice. They were very kind and attentive to him which at times he can be a handful. I found it clean...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Saunders House has been setting the standard of Assisted Living in Wahoo, Nebraska, since 1984. Just a 30-minute drive from Omaha, Lincoln, and Fremont, Saunders House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your...

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Good Samaritan Society - Ridgeview Heights

631 Ridge Street, Osceola, NE 68651

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Good Samaritan Society - Ridgeview Heights

631 Ridge Street, Osceola, NE 68651

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Pleasant View Retirement Vlg

601 N Nance, Osceola, NE 68651

Provides: Assisted Living

Pleasant View Retirement Vlg

601 N Nance, Osceola, NE 68651

Provides: Assisted Living

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Genoa Community Hosp/Ltc

606 Ewing Ave, Genoa, NE 68640

1 review

Everything is included in the price, and it is very affordable. It is very nice and they even don't charge for medicine.

Provides: Assisted Living

Columbus Place

1305 8th St, Columbus, NE 68601

Provides: Senior Apartments

Columbus Place

1305 8th St, Columbus, NE 68601

Provides: Senior Apartments

Hoffmeister Homes Inc

324 N Pine Street, Genoa, NE 68640

Provides: Assisted Living

Golden LivingCenter - Columbus

2855 40th Avenue, Columbus, NE 68601

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes

What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...

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Realife of Columbus

3600 30th Street, Columbus, NE 68601

Provides: Independent Living

The Realife of Columbus is an independent living community for seniors in vibrant Columbus, Nebraska. The centrally located residence is near all the convenient necessities including, shops, banks and restaurants. Columbus is located in Platte County and is a great place to live and an inviting...

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Meridian Gardens Assisted Living

4515 38th Street, Columbus, NE 68601

Provides: Assisted Living

Meridian Gardens Assisted Living

4515 38th Street, Columbus, NE 68601

Provides: Assisted Living

Crown Villa

4005 38th St, Columbus, NE 68601

Provides: Senior Apartments

Hearthstone the Nursing Home

2319 Lincoln Ave, York, NE 68467

1 review
Provides: Assisted Living

Central Assisted Living Inc

915 E 16th Street, Central City, NE 68826

Provides: Assisted Living

Central Assisted Living Inc

915 E 16th Street, Central City, NE 68826

Provides: Assisted Living

IHS At Central City

2720 17th Ave, Central City, NE 68826

Provides: Assisted Living

Arbor Care Centers-Fullerton

202 North Esther, Fullerton, NE 68638

Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes

What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? a little help with day-to-day activities? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Regardless of the level of care you need, our goal is to provide dignified, personal care assistance in a...

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Henderson Nursing Home

1631 Front St, Henderson, NE 68371

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of independent living in Polk County, NE

The average cost of senior living in Polk County is 2,032 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include York, NE with an average of 1,580 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Cottonwood Senior Living, Kinship Pointe Seward and Bickford of Grand Island are the top-rated independent living facilities near Polk County, Nebraska. See full list of communities.

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