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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Decatur, NE
If you’re looking for assisted living in Decatur, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Decatur or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Decatur.
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My Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 7 years ago. My Dad is 93, she is 90; they have been married for 69 years. Thanks to my amazing siblings, we were able to keep Mom at home until recently. While it...
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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Cost of assisted living in Decatur, NE
The average cost of senior living in Decatur is $4,134 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beemer, NE with an average of $2,805 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Decatur, NE vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Decatur, NE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Decatur vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Decatur, NE by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Decatur over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Decatur, NE
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What families are saying about assisted living in Decatur
Recent reviews for assisted living in Decatur
Nye Square in Fremont, NE
4.9
Nye Square is a beautiful facility! It is clean, well maintained and the staff is friendly and helpful.
The DON and other staff go out of their way to answer questions and provide a homelike atmosphere!
Marquis Place in Elkhorn, NE
4.3
The marketing director was very instrumental in the choice to place our long time friend at Marquis Place! She has continued to be a bright spot for us when we visit! Her friendliness and sense of humor is very welcome!
I have made friends with several residents in my time at weekly visits to ...
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Lawton Senior Living
5.0
A very loving and caring staff.
The food was very tasty and well prepared.
My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.
Decatur review score based on 54 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 55 Decatur assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Decatur review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Decatur review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Decatur assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 54 reviews of 55 Decatur assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Decatur resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Decatur, NE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Decatur assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Decatur assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Decatur, 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 Decatur 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 Decatur 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
40%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.8%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Decatur 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 Decatur Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Decatur, NENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Decatur 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 Decatur partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Decatur, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Decatur 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 Decatur communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Decatur, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
29.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Decatur 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 Decatur offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Decatur
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 Decatur protect seniors.
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Marquis Place, The Heritage at Northern Hills and Cedar Creek of Prairie Meadows are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Decatur, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
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