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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ralston, NE
If you’re looking for assisted living in Ralston, 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 Ralston or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Ralston.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Ralston for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 58 assisted living facilities in the Ralston area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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I was so impressed with Heritage Pointe and the Senior Living Advisor, Amanda. With 10+ years experience in a variety of roles within the Alzheimer's community, she knows what she's talking about. There...
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.
Heritage Pointe is nestled within a quiet residential community in Omaha. Shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, and abundant countryside remain close to home. You will enjoy beautifully appointed living spaces, savory meals through restaurant style dining, engaging activities, transportation...
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Cost of assisted living in Ralston, NE
The average cost of senior living in Ralston is $4,328 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boys Town, NE with an average of $4,327 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ralston, NE vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ralston, NE vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ralston vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ralston, NE by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Ralston over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ralston, NE
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Private income options in Nebraska
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ralston
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ralston
Risen Son Christian Village in Council Bluffs, IA
4.8
We have no problem with the community, they people there are very nice. Our only issues would be the communication regarding our loved one. Sometimes it is hard to get information and updates but we think that could be because of covid. We would definitely recommend this community to others. ...
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Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills in Omaha, NE
5.0
We've utilized The Waterford for respite stays, and we loved it. We would have put my loved one there long-term except they don't have memory care. Even though the building is old, the people were so nice. The care was great. And the food was good.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. At Crown Pointe Retirement Community, they take the time to make residents feel welcome, and at Remington Heights Retirement Community, they go above and beyond to ensure loved ones are well cared for. S ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents express satisfaction with the food offerings at their communities. At Crown Pointe Retirement Community, they love the meals and enjoy the food, while at Astoria Senior Living Omaha, the dining room is always clean and the meals are great. At Cedarhurst of La V ...
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Wide range of activities. Communities offer various activities for residents to engage in. At Ovation Heartwood Preserve, they have activities like cards and bingo nights, while at St. Joseph Tower Assisted Living, residents participate in exercise classes. At Crown Pointe Retirement Community, residents enjoy acti ...
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Reasonable and transparent pricing. Residents and their families appreciate the affordability and transparency of the pricing at different communities. At Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills, the reasonable price was a deciding factor, and at Richmont Senior Living, the community was chosen based on affordability. At Astoria Senio ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities at various communities. At Crown Pointe Retirement Community, the community is very clean, and at Astoria Senior Living Omaha, the rooms are spacious. At Bailey Pointe at Miracle Hills, the staff have been pleasant, but t ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Residents find comfort in the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of their communities. At Remington Heights Retirement Community, it takes a while to settle in but everyone is friendly, and at Crown Pointe Retirement Community, residents are happy and enjoy making new friends. At Westgate As ...
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Ralston review score based on 142 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 142 reviews of 51 Ralston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ralston 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
Ralston review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ralston 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 142 reviews of 51 Ralston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ralston 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.Ralston, NE averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Ralston assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ralston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ralston, 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 Ralston 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 Ralston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ralston, NENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.9%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ralston 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 Ralston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ralston 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 Ralston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
15.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Ralston 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 Ralston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
31.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ralston 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 Ralston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
43.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ralston
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 Ralston protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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