Good Samaritan Society – St John’s
Nursing Home · Kearney, NE
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Good Samaritan Society – St John’s

Nursing Home · Kearney, NE
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Good Samaritan Society – St John’s accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s

Good Samaritan Society - St. John's is committed to providing an unprecedented level of quality service and compassionate care. It offers a range of services including rehabilitation therapy, long-term care, and caregiver support. The facility proudly serves Buffalo County and the surrounding areas.
(308) 234-1888

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 63.9% Below NE avg. ▼ 63.9% Below NE avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 27.5% Below NE avg. ▼ 27.5% Below NE avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 4.5% Below NE avg. ▼ 4.5% Below NE avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 63.2% Below NE avg. ▼ 63.2% Below NE avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Nebraska state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 95th out of 117 homes in Nebraska. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 34m per day
Rank #95 / 117Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 117 homes in Nebraska. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Nebraska average, with a ranking across 117 Nebraska SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Nebraska avg (4h 20m per day)
vs Nebraska avg
-18%

6 of 6 metrics below state avg

Staff type Hours / Day / Resident vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 33m per day ▼ 23% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 26m per day ▼ 40% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 8m per day ▼ 23% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 51m per day ▼ 21% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 2m per day ▼ 33% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 16m per day ▼ 45% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
96 days
Bed community size
56-bed community Rank #149 / 231Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 231 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Nebraska SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 89 / 100 Rank #1 / 298Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 298 homes in Nebraska. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Nebraska SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
Rank #75 / 194Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 194 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 194. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
46 / 56
Average residents per home in Nebraska 54 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
CountyBuffalo
CMS Certification Number285189
Certification TypeCertification

Ownership & Operating Entity

Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is administrated by Administrator Jennifer Stauss.

Owner NameGood Samaritan Society - St John's

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactCherlyn Hunt

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Contact Information

Fax(308) 236-7157

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCaregiver Support

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Inspection History

In Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health conducts regular inspections to ensure nursing and assisted living facilities meet state and federal standards.

Since 2011 · 15 years of data 89 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nebraska state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2011 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (71% above)
• Deficiencies per year (69% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection March 12, 2022 Renewal

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility NE Average vs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 89 52 This facility has 71% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (89 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 71% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2011. 5.9 3.5 This facility has 69% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska nursing home (5.9 vs. NE avg 3.5).↑ 69% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on March 12, 2022, reported no deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed a mixed record with several citations related to resident care issues such as fall prevention, medication administration, skin breakdown, and resident dignity, as well as environmental and safety concerns. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though some substantiated findings involved fall prevention, medication errors, and timely reporting. Enforcement actions included a 90-day probation in 2012 due to failure to prevent accidents causing injuries, but no fines or license suspensions are listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates improvement over time, with the most recent survey showing compliance after prior periods of deficiencies.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2022
Total health inspections 5

Nebraska average 4.3


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
31 Rank #103 / 122Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 122 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Nebraska State average, with a ranking across all 122 NE SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Nebraska average 18.2

Citations per inspection
6.2 Rank #105 / 122Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 122 homes in Nebraska. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Nebraska mean across 122 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Nebraska average 4.19


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

25 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 31 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.2


Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.5

0 critical citations Nebraska average: 0.2

0 serious citations Nebraska average: 0.5

31 moderate citations Nebraska average: 17.2

0 minor citations Nebraska average: 0.2
Citations history (last 4 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 02, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 02, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Jan 06, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jan 06, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 80
Employees 77
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 1.63:1
19% worse than Nebraska average
Nebraska average ratio: 2.03:1 Nebraska average ratio: 2.03:1See full Nebraska ranking
Avg staff/day 24
Average shift 7.5 hours
0% compared with Nebraska average
Nebraska average: 7.8 hours Nebraska average shift: 7.8 hoursSee full Nebraska ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 16,635

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 4
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.2%

38 contractor hours this quarter

Nurse Practitioner: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant 26 0 26 5,902 92 100% 7.3
Medication Aide/Technician 21 0 21 3,022 92 100% 8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse 7 0 7 2,229 92 100% 9.4
Registered Nurse 4 0 4 1,546 91 99% 9.7
Dental Services Staff 1 0 1 566 65 71% 8.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 0 2 537 66 72% 7.3
Nurse Practitioner 1 1 2 537 67 73% 8
Administrator 1 0 1 500 66 72% 7.6
Dietitian 1 0 1 460 63 68% 7.3
Nurse Aide in Training 1 0 1 358 46 50% 7.8
Physical Therapy Aide 1 0 1 246 54 59% 4.5
Speech Language Pathologist 2 0 2 195 53 58% 3.5
Other Dietary Services Staff 1 0 1 194 54 59% 3.6
Physical Therapy Assistant 4 0 4 164 43 47% 3.4
Occupational Therapy Aide 1 0 1 93 14 15% 6.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician 3 0 3 58 38 41% 1.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 23 1 1% 23.1
Medical Director 0 1 1 6 1 1% 6
26 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
21 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
7 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 71%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 72%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 72%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 50%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 59%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 58%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 59%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 47%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 15%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 41%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 1%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 1%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 16.0
42% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 11.3

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 32.1
38% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 23.3

Long-stay resident measures
Average Nebraska avg: 2.8 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 26.3%
27% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 32.8%
48% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 22.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 37.3%
38% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 26.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 6.6%
47% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.8%
57% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.8%
56% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 3.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.6%
40% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.9%
58% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 4.4%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.9%
10% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.3%
7% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 93.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.8%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 96.1%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.37
24% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.80

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.44
77% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.95

Short-stay resident measures
Average Nebraska avg: 2.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.0%
17% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 80.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
30% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 2.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.3%
10% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 75.9%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 16.8%
20% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 17.8%
53% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 11.6%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.8%
127% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 67.7%
26% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 35.1%
31% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

42% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

44% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 9 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 49
Medicare
4
8.2% of residents
Medicaid
11
22.4% of residents
Private pay or other
34
69.4% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$8.3M
Surplus of revenue
$102.2K
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Home revenue
$8.3M Rank #42 / 120Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 120 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Nebraska SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$102.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #55 / 120Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 120 homes in Nebraska. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Nebraska average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$3.9M
47.4% of revenue Rank #96 / 120Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 120 homes in Nebraska. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Nebraska average. Well-run Nebraska SNFs typically land around 66–74% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.3M
Total costs $8.2M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

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Nursing Home in Nebraska

Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is located in KEARNEY, Nebraska.
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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
NE

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Nebraska resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NE

Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
NE

Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Age 55+
General Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
NE

Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NE

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NE

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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AL

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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Holdrege 60 59.8% -15% 3.98 -15% -11% $0 19 3.2 - 70 - 2 Midwest District Of The Evangelical Free Church Of America $10.4M $4.9M 47.2% 285246

Frequently Asked Questions about Good Samaritan Society – St John’s

Who is the owner of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s?

The legal owner and operator of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is Good Samaritan Society - St John's.

Is Good Samaritan Society – St John’s in a walkable area?

Good Samaritan Society – St John’s has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Good Samaritan Society – St John’s?

Good Samaritan Society – St John’s's occupancy is 82%.

Who is the administrator of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s?

Administrator Jennifer Stauss is the administrator of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s.

How many beds does Good Samaritan Society – St John’s have?

Good Samaritan Society – St John’s has 56 beds.

Are there photos of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Good Samaritan Society – St John’s?

Good Samaritan Society – St John’s is located at 3410 Central Avenue.

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