The Legacy
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lincoln, NE

The Legacy

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lincoln, NE

Overview of The Legacy

The Legacy is an assisted living and memory care facility located in Morris, MN. It offers services tailored to meet the individual needs of residents, focusing on choice, dignity, and independence. The facility is licensed as a Comprehensive Home Care Provider and accepts various payment options including Long Term Care Insurance.
Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #155 / 228Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 228 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 18 / 100 Rank #249 / 296Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th out of 296 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
80%
Rank #73 / 183Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 183 homes in Nebraska for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 183. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
40 / 50
Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyLancaster
License NumberALF174

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Legacy is administered by Administrator Larry Gadeken.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax(402) 436-3013

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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 2014 · 12 years of data 1 deficiency

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 2014 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 year (98% below)
Latest Inspection March 8, 2024 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. 1 52 This facility has 98% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (1 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 98% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2014. 0.1 4.3 This facility has 98% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.1 vs. NE avg 4.3).↓ 98% better

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 8, 2024, confirmed licensure renewal with no deficiencies or complaints reported.
  • A complaint investigation on November 19, 2014, found one deficiency for dietary staff failing to follow hand washing and gloving procedures.
  • Multiple renewal verifications between 2019 and 2024 consistently showed no deficiencies and confirmed valid fire prevention permits and licensed capacity of 50 beds.

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Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lincoln's city center to The Legacy's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

AVIVA Woodlands
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MC
RC
Lincoln (Gable Pines Road)
107
Facility 107
NE AVG 81
Rank #56 / 228
No
12
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Rank #267 / 296
- - 79.4% - Candyce Hayden Lincoln 9421 Opco, LLC 8
2
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-
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0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 164
The Lexington Assisted Living
AL
Lincoln (Pioneers Boulevard)
104
Facility 104
NE AVG 81
Rank #60 / 228
No
57
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NE AVG 46
Rank #100 / 296
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26
Facility 26
NE AVG 28
Rank #32 / 57
88.5% A+ Stacey Greenfield The Lincoln Alf, Ltd 7
2
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NE AVG 7
Rank #43 / 164
1
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NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 164
1
Facility 1
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Rank #29 / 164
0.1
Facility 0.1
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #29 / 164
Bailey Pointe on Van Dorn
AL
IL
Lincoln (Van Dorn Meadows)
84
Facility 84
NE AVG 81
Rank #78 / 228
Yes
52
Facility 52
NE AVG 46
Rank #128 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed -- - Catherine Horner Well Nebraska Tenant LLC 6
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 164
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 164
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Facility -
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 164
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 164
The Legacy
AL
IL
MC
Lincoln
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 81
Rank #155 / 228
No
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 46
Rank #249 / 296
- - 80.0% - Administrator Larry Gadeken - 4
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 164
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 164
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #29 / 164
0.3
Facility 0.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #36 / 164
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HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
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SNF
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50
Facility 50
NE AVG 81
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No
61
Facility 61
NE AVG 46
Rank #75 / 296
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nebraska

The Legacy is located in LINCOLN, Nebraska.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Legacy

Is The Legacy in a walkable area?

The Legacy has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Legacy?

According to NE state health department records, The Legacy's license number is ALF174.

What is the occupancy rate at The Legacy?

The Legacy's occupancy is 80%.

Who is the administrator of The Legacy?

Administrator Larry Gadeken is the administrator of The Legacy.

How many beds does The Legacy have?

The Legacy has 50 beds.

Are there photos of The Legacy?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Legacy in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Legacy?

The Legacy is located at 5600 Pioneers Blvd, Lincoln, NE 68506.

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