Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood

Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood

Overview of Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood

Fairbury Assisted Living Facility, operating as Cedarwood, provides long-term assisted care and temporary respite stays in Fairbury, Nebraska. Residents receive assistance with personal care tasks and medication management inside private apartment units. Short-term respite stays accommodate primary caregivers who need temporary relief or coverage for travel.

Administrator Becky Bruce manages this 65-bed property. Housing options span studios, standard one-bedroom units, and deluxe one-bedroom layouts, with select floor plans configured for double occupancy. The facilities include a hair salon, and staff organize local transportation for destinations within a 35-mile radius.

Daily programming encompasses physical exercise, craft workshops, current events discussions, baking, live music, and religious services. Nearby streets earn a walk score of 54, giving residents access to several neighborhood destinations on foot.

Prospective representatives seeking personal care or short-term relief options can contact Cedarwood to learn more about apartment layouts, review activity schedules, or set up an on-site visit.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 65 Rank #66 / 137Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 66th out of 137 assisted living communities we track in Nebraska for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Nebraska facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #60 / 170Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 60th out of 170 assisted living communities we track in Nebraska for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Nebraska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
54 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #72 / 104Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 72nd out of 104 assisted living communities we track in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 104. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
66.2% This home usually has availability

Based on 43 residents and 65 beds. Source: state inspection report (Feb 2011)

Lower than the Nebraska average: 73.7%

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyJefferson
License NumberALF281

Ownership & Operating Entity

Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood is administered by Administrator Becky Bruce.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency call system.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Medication ManagementListed as: Medication administration

Additional Services

3 services
Respite Care
Laundry & LinenListed as: Weekly linen service
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation

Contact Information

Fax(402) 729-6101

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wi-Fi
Laundry
Cable Tv
Emergency Call System
ActivitiesCedarwood provides a robust activity schedule including exercise programs, current news, religious services, musical entertainment, bus trips, crafts/baking activities, and holiday celebrations

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Individual Heat And A/C Controls

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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 These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
1 deficiency 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (98% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (89% below)

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

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 152.0 This facility has 98% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (1 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 98% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.32.7 This facility has 89% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NE avg 2.7).↓ 89% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 413.0 This facility has had 69% fewer total inspections than the Nebraska average (4 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 69% fewer

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Info below is compiled from the NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Aksarben Village Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
105
Facility 105
NE AVG 74
Rank #28 / 137
Yes
48
Facility 48
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 25
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-A+Colleen JonesMid O, LP7
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 127
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 127
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 127
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 127
The Lexington Assisted Living
AL
Lincoln
104
Facility 104
NE AVG 74
Rank #30 / 137
No
57
Facility 57
NE AVG 45
Rank #46 / 170
-
26
Facility 26
NE AVG 25
Rank #18 / 37
88.5%
Facility 88.5%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #20 / 104
A+Stacey GreenfieldThe Lincoln Alf, Ltd7
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 7
Rank #40 / 127
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #27 / 127
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #27 / 127
0.1
Facility 0.1
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #27 / 127
Westgate Assisted Living
AL
RC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
80
Facility 80
NE AVG 74
Rank #43 / 137
Yes
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 45
Rank #77 / 170
Studio / Deluxe / 1 Bed
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 25
Rank #9 / 37
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #58 / 104
-Verlynn WinnickiSnh Neb Tenant LLC6
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #59 / 127
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #27 / 127
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #27 / 127
0.2
Facility 0.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #30 / 127
Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood
AL
Fairbury
65
Facility 65
NE AVG 74
Rank #66 / 137
No
54
Facility 54
NE AVG 45
Rank #60 / 170
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66.2%
Facility 66.2%
NE AVG 73.7%
Rank #72 / 104
-Administrator Becky Bruce-4
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 127
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #27 / 127
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #27 / 127
0.3
Facility 0.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #34 / 127
Trinity Village
AL
HOS
IL
Papillion
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 74
Rank #122 / 137
Yes
49
Facility 49
NE AVG 45
Rank #82 / 170
1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
NE AVG 25
Rank #24 / 37
-A+Lyndsy EngelOmaha Ne 68154 Suite 5005
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #27 / 127
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 127
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 127
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 127

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NE assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood

Is Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood in a walkable area?

Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood has a walk score of 54. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood?

According to NE state health department records, Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood's license number is ALF281.

What is the occupancy rate at Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood?

Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood's occupancy is 66.2%.

Are pets allowed at Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood?

No, Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood?

Administrator Becky Bruce is the administrator of Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood.

How many beds does Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood have?

Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood has 65 beds.

Has Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood had any deficiencies?

Fairbury Assisted Living Facility DBA Cedarwood has had 1 reported deficiency according to records from Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

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