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Homestead House in Beatrice, NE

Homestead House is an assisted living community in Beatrice, NE.

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Homestead House in Beatrice, NE

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, a wooden chair, a small lamp on a nightstand, and simple wall decor.

  • Decor

    A well-lit hallway with comfortable seating and decorative plants.

  • Building

    A well-maintained building with a welcoming front porch and landscaped surroundings.

  • Architecture

    A charming gazebo stands amidst a well-maintained garden with vibrant flowers.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy room with a kitchenette and a small dining area.

  • Trees

    A serene outdoor view featuring a landscaped pathway leading to a building, lined with neatly trimmed bushes and trees.

  • Windows

    A cozy interior room featuring a piano and comfortable seating, with large windows adorned with blue curtains.

  • Dining

    A cozy dining room with a fireplace and wooden furniture in an open-plan layout.

  • Lighting

    A cozy office space with two desks, computers, and comfortable chairs.

  • Seating Area

    A well-furnished lobby featuring a piano, seating area, and an American flag.

  • Floor Plan

    A detailed floor plan of a compact apartment featuring a living area, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom.

  • Patio

    A cozy porch with wicker furniture and red cushions, perfect for relaxing outdoors.

  • Bathroom

    A cozy bathroom with a colorful shower curtain, mirror, and sink.

  • Chandelier

    A spacious dining room with wooden flooring, featuring multiple tables and chairs, adorned with a chandelier and artistic wall decorations.

2300 Lincoln, Beatrice, NE 68310

To contact a resident: (402) 223-3287

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 43 reviews
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Homestead House Costs & Pricing

At Homestead House, the monthly costs for accommodations reflect a balance of quality and value within the local and state context. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $3,615, which is slightly above the county average of $3,505 but remains competitive compared to the state average of $3,728. When considering one-bedroom options, the rate rises to $4,357 - this figure positions Homestead House just below Jefferson County's average of $4,376 while significantly exceeding Nebraska's state rate of $3,167. These pricing dynamics suggest that while Homestead House offers premium living arrangements, it also provides a compelling alternative in both Jefferson County and across Nebraska as residents weigh their housing options.

Floor plansHomestead HouseJefferson CountyNebraska
Studio$3,615$3,505$3,728
1 Bedroom$4,357$4,376$3,167

Overall Review of Homestead House

common 32 reviews mention this

Caring staff stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as caring, attentive, and easy to work with.

Many reviews emphasize that staff know residents well and show concern for individuals, with families saying questions are addressed and problems are resolved. Several residents are described as feeling comfortable and safe because staff stop by to chat and encourage participation in daily life. A minority of reviews report the opposite, including claims of neglect or harsh treatment, so care experience doesn’t sound uniform across all stories.

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Meals get consistent praise

Dining is a frequent bright spot, with residents enjoying regular, well-liked meals.

Multiple reviews highlight that the food is delicious and that residents enjoy meals as part of everyday routine. One review also mentions that meals are fair and can vary depending on the cook. Overall, dining comes up often enough that families seem to notice it as a day-to-day factor.

  • A cozy dining room with a fireplace and wooden furniture in an open-plan layout.
  • A spacious dining room with wooden flooring, featuring multiple tables and chairs, adorned with a chandelier and artistic wall decorations.
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Activities help residents stay engaged

Residents and families describe a steady mix of activities that keeps people involved.

Reviews mention residents enjoying activities such as morning programs, card games, puzzles, movies, and knitting, along with encouragement to try different things. Families also say they plan visits around activities and like seeing residents socialize. While activities are a consistent theme in positive feedback, a couple of reviews focus more on facility condition than programming.

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Care and condition concerns appear

A few reviews raise serious concerns about neglect or the cleanliness and upkeep.

Some reviewers describe negative experiences, including claims that a loved one was neglected and spoken to harshly, as well as other warnings about what happens on-site. There are also isolated comments about the facility feeling dirty or having an unpleasant smell. On the other hand, other reviews describe rooms and the overall environment as well maintained and clean, which makes the picture inconsistent.

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Hiking trails Hiking trails
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Party space Party space
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy

Dining

  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Stories Stories
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Beatrice, Nebraska, this neighborhood offers a variety of amenities to cater to seniors. With several places of worship nearby, including Christ Community Church and St Paul's Lutheran Church & School-Lcms, residents can easily practice their faith. The area also boasts a selection of restaurants such as Beers N Bones BBQ Roadhouse and Shanghai Inn Chinese Restaurant for convenient dining options. For healthcare needs, there are hospitals like Beatrice Community Hospital and Physicians such as Ear Nose & Throat Specialties within close proximity. Additionally, the neighborhood provides entertainment options with theaters like Beatrice Movies and Holly Theatre. With pharmacies like Health Mart Pharmacy and cafes like The Coffee Bistro nearby, residents can access daily necessities with ease. Overall, this area offers a well-rounded environment for seniors looking to settle down in a peaceful and convenient community.

Places of Worship

  • Christ Community Church (0.3 miles)
  • Cornerstone Lutheran Church (0.3 miles)
  • St Paul's Lutheran Church & School-Lcms (0.5 miles)
  • Connections Church (0.6 miles)
  • Trinity Lutheran Church Lcmc (1.1 miles)
  • Cornerstone Lutheran Church (1.1 miles)
  • Start Church (1.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Beers N Bones BBQ Roadhouse (0.5 miles)
  • Shanghai Inn Chinese Restaurant (1.2 miles)
  • Taco John's (1.4 miles)
  • Sunrise Bakery (1.4 miles)
  • Kabo (1.4 miles)
  • Domino's Pizza (1.5 miles)
  • Playa Azul Authentic Mexican Restaurant (1.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Beatrice Manor Care Center (0.7 miles)
  • Beatrice Community Hospital (1 miles)
  • Good Samaritan Center (1.8 miles)
  • Saline Eldercare (19.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Ear Nose & Throat Specialties (1 miles)
  • Beatrice Women's Center (1 miles)
  • Gage County Medical Clinic (1.1 miles)
  • Optical Gallery (1.8 miles)
  • Wilber Medical Clinic (19.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Health Mart Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Deines Pharmacy Home Medical Equipment (1.1 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (1.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Beatrice Movies (1.3 miles)
  • Cinema Centre Holly Theatre (1.3 miles)
  • Beatrice Theaters (1.3 miles)
  • Holly Theaters (1.4 miles)

Cafes

  • The Coffee Bistro (1.4 miles)

Parks

  • Chautauqua Park (1.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Yellow Cab (1.8 miles)

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