Pricing ranges from
    $5,510 – 6,612/month

    CountryHouse Residence

    240 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68510
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Caring staff, safe comfortable homelike

    I'm very pleased with Country House - the staff and leadership are caring and responsive, the director and activities team are engaged, and my loved one is safe and comfortable in a bright, roomy, homelike setting with regular activities, outings and a secure outdoor courtyard. Communication is timely, meals and housekeeping are well done, and I would recommend it to other families.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.46·(26)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.3
    • Staff

      4.6
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      2.3

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
    • Engaged on-site leadership and administrator involvement
    • Robust activities program with regular outings
    • Strong activities director and activity staff
    • Improvements in dining after chef hire
    • Clean, well-maintained rooms and common areas
    • Homelike, family-oriented atmosphere
    • Timely family communication and responsiveness
    • Secured outdoor courtyard and outdoor access
    • Memory-care competency and dementia support

    Cons

    • Inconsistent overall care quality
    • Staffing stability and turnover challenges
    • Gaps in fall-prevention and transfer-safety practices
    • Inconsistent meal-service continuity and dietary controls
    • Delayed or unclear staff–family communication at times
    • Admissions and billing transparency gaps
    • Perceived mismatch between fees and promised services
    • Operational focus that can reduce direct caregiving time

    Summary of reviews

    CountryHouse Residence receives consistent praise for the quality of interpersonal care and the facility’s social environment. Many families describe staff as compassionate, attentive, and willing to go beyond routine duties; leadership is often described as engaged and responsive. The community projects a homelike atmosphere with bright, well-kept rooms, a secured outdoor courtyard, and communal activities that many residents enjoy. Memory-care capabilities and dementia support are frequently highlighted as strengths.

    Staffing and direct care are a central strength when experienced staff are present: reviewers emphasize supportive caregivers, an active and capable activities director, and a suite of social offerings including baking activities, regular outings, and weekday bus rides. These programs contribute to a family-like environment and strong resident engagement. After a change in kitchen leadership, several accounts note an improvement in meal quality, and families report prompt responses from administrators on care questions and suggestions.

    At the same time, reviews indicate variability in operational consistency. There are descriptions of uneven care experiences and instances that point to staffing instability or turnover affecting continuity. Safety-related concerns appear in multiple accounts, especially around fall prevention and transfer processes; at least one account of a significant fall underscores the importance of robust fall-prevention protocols and consistent staff training. Communication, while often praised, is described as delayed or unclear in other accounts, suggesting uneven staff–family information flow depending on circumstances or shift coverage.

    Dining and dietary management show mixed signals: some families report clear improvements after the chef hire, while earlier comments and a limited number of incidents suggest gaps in continuity and individualized dietary controls, including allergy management. Admissions and billing also emerge as areas of concern for some families — particularly expectations around bed availability and Medicaid placement — indicating a need for clearer upfront information on availability, eligibility, and fees.

    Overall, the pattern is of a facility with notable strengths in caregiving culture, activities, and facility upkeep, paired with operational weaknesses that can affect individual experiences: inconsistent care quality tied to staffing stability, safety-practice gaps, and occasional communication or administrative transparency shortfalls. Prospective residents and families should weigh the strong interpersonal and social environment against these variability risks, and consider asking specific questions about current staffing levels, fall-prevention protocols, dietary/allergy procedures, and written admissions/billing policies during a tour or intake discussion.

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    Location

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    CountryHouse Residence is located at 240 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE, 68510.

    About CountryHouse Residence

    CountryHouse at 70th & O Street in Lincoln stands as a distinctive memory care community thoughtfully constructed on the historic grounds of the former Leavitt House. Designed to complement the adjacent Veterans Administration buildings and grounds, this residence reflects a commitment to honoring the past while providing exceptional care for its residents. The beautiful setting fosters an inviting and tranquil environment where individuals living with memory loss receive specialized support in surroundings that feel both safe and familiar.

    At the heart of CountryHouse is a team whose dedication to residents extends far beyond routine caregiving. The philosophy here is not simply to give care, but to care deeply, treating every resident like family and ensuring that joy is a daily experience. Team members exemplify this approach, creating a warm, authentic, and supportive community. The sense of belonging cultivated at CountryHouse enriches the lives of both residents and staff, making it a place where everyone can thrive together.

    The leadership at CountryHouse is comprised of compassionate individuals with diverse expertise and experience in senior living and memory care. Individuals such as Elizabeth, an Assisted Living Administrator and Licensed Practical Nurse, demonstrate commitment through advanced training and certifications relevant to the unique needs of residents with memory-related conditions. Residents benefit from the guidance and support of people who have spent years working in a variety of senior living roles, bringing invaluable insight and empathy to their positions.

    CountryHouse offers residents a vibrant lifestyle with numerous activities designed to stimulate the mind, body, and spirit. The community’s team is dedicated to organizing engaging programs that promote meaningful interaction and joy. Residents have access to enriching experiences each day, supported by staff members who go the extra mile to ensure each individual feels valued and at home.

    Dining at CountryHouse is a highlight for many, thanks to the leadership of experienced professionals like Donna Ashenfelter. The dining program is focused on creating delicious and nutritious meals that bring joy and comfort to residents, celebrating the pleasure of sharing food together. The attention to detail shown in both meal planning and service ensures that dining is more than just a necessity—it becomes an opportunity for connection and delight.

    Maintenance of the community is overseen with the same level of dedication, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment that residents are proud to call home. Whether it’s keeping the grounds beautiful or attending to specific resident needs, the maintenance team strives to make every aspect of life at CountryHouse worry-free and enjoyable for all.

    Ultimately, CountryHouse at 70th & O Street in Lincoln is more than just a memory care residence; it is a vibrant and compassionate community. Here, staff and residents together create a place imbued with dignity, warmth, and a true sense of family, making CountryHouse a remarkable choice for individuals seeking exceptional support in their memory care journey.

    About Agemark

    CountryHouse Residence is managed by Agemark.

    Founded in 1987, Agemark Senior Living is a family-owned company headquartered in Orinda, CA and Elkhorn, NE, operating 28 communities across six states. They provide assisted living, memory care, independent living, and carefree living services with their LifeCycles wellness philosophy.

    People often ask...

    CountryHouse Residence offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,510 per month.

    CountryHouse Residence offers assisted living and memory care.

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    The full address for this community is 240 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68510.

    No, CountryHouse Residence does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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