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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Essen, NE
If you’re looking for assisted living in Essen, 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 Essen or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Essen.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Essen for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 16 assisted living facilities in the Essen area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Fremont, West Point and Tekamah.
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Unfortunately, over the last nearly two years my wife has experienced several hospital and rehab stays. Generally speaking they have not been good experiences. My concern when placing her in a long term...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Very well taken care of and very clean place, the staff is so friendly and made us feel very welcomed. I would 100 percent recommend this to anyone who is looking for a welcoming place for a loved one or a...
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.
Pathfinder Place is located on the north end of Fremont, Nebraska, a town with a small town feel and the amenities of a big city. We are close enough to downtown for shopping trips, live entertainment, or exploring the riverfront in the Luther Hormel Memorial Park. Residents and visitors alike...
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Edgewood Vista in Fremont NE was an awesome home for my dad. This memory care assisted living home was the best place for my dad and I only wished we would have heard about it before we placed him in the...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Edgewood Vista of Fremont offers adult daycare in the beautiful city of Fremont, NE. Fremont is located in Dodge County, and those visiting or becoming residents of the city will enjoy checking out the natural beauty that the area has to offer. Those who spend time in Fremont find that they don't...
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Carter Place is filled with a skilled, caring and friendly staff. The rooms are comfortable, well maintained and clean. They offer a wide array of activities for all to enjoy. The facility is sized right,...
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.
Carter Place is located in the quiet countryside just outside of Blair, Nebraska. We offer assisted living with all of the comforts of home. Your health and safety is our top priority:On site 24 hour a day Registered NurseShort term care availableAssistance with medication and daily...
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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I had my Mom in this facility and was extremely impressed with the care. My Mom was in there for rehab and I really can't say enough about the quality of care, the excellant customer service, the true...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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...
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Essen, NE
The average cost of senior living in Essen is $3,985 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beemer, NE with an average of $2,805 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Essen, NE
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What families are saying about assisted living in Essen
Recent reviews for assisted living in Essen
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!
Pathfinder Senior Living in Fremont, NE
3.8
A lot of the staff are very nice and helpful, but that is also when I'm there. The management really doesn't keep you apprised of things/changes. They also said they were going to fix her bathroom floor when we moved in, but haven't as of now.
Not sure about the food as I haven't eaten there. ...
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Providence Place Memory Care in Fremont, NE
5.0
The staff were so helpful to family and mom especially when things were difficult during covid. Mom had insurance so the value for the money was perfect.
Essen assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essen assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essen, 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 Essen 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 Essen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Essen, NENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Essen 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 Essen Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Essen, NENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essen 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 Essen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Essen, NENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Essen 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 Essen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essen, NENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essen 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 Essen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Essen, NENational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Essen
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 Essen protect seniors.
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Providence Place Memory Care, Pathfinder Senior Living and Edgewood Vista of Fremont are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Essen, Nebraska. See full list of communities.
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