The Willows Assisted Living

Overview of The Willows Assisted Living

The Willows Assisted Living is a small home at 806 S Street in Neligh, Nebraska, up in the northeast corner of the state. It has offered assisted living since 2001, and that is the one level of care it provides. There is something to be said for a place that does one thing. Families know going in what the home is built to handle.

The area scores a 62 for walkability, which lands it in moderately walkable territory. You can manage some errands on foot, and visiting relatives can get to a few nearby spots without needing to drive everywhere.

With 32 beds, The Willows stays small on purpose. Right now 25 of them are filled, so it runs at about 78% occupancy. A home this size tends to work differently than a large one. Staff learn who residents are, and the day-to-day feels closer.

Licensed nurses and CNAs handle care here, and someone is on staff every hour of the day. That around-the-clock coverage is the part families tend to care about most, because needs do not keep business hours.

Residents also see a rotating cast of visiting providers without leaving the building. A podiatrist, a dentist, an optometrist, a psychologist, and a 24/7 pharmacy are all part of the setup. Fewer outside appointments means fewer car trips and less disruption.

There is a full activities calendar, along with regular religious and church services for anyone who wants them. Scheduled transportation covers trips off-site. Inside, residents have a beauty salon and barber shop, a library, an exercise room, and a great room for gatherings with family. A security system runs in the background.

State inspection records point mainly to medication recordkeeping and to care planning and documentation. Those are paperwork and process areas, not the hands-on side of resident care.

For a family searching around Neligh, The Willows offers a small assisted living home with nursing staff on hand at all hours and a steady supply of on-site services.

Bed community size
32-bed community Rank #214 / 226Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 214th out of 226 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: 62 / 100 Rank #71 / 287Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 287 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
Rank #85 / 182Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 85th out of 182 homes in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 182. 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
25 / 32
Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyAntelope
License NumberALF199

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Willows Assisted Living is administered by Administrator Jayne Prince.

Owner NameThe Willows, LLC

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSecurity system throughout the community

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(402) 887-5450

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Scheduled Transportation
Salon
Library
Fitness Center
Great Room For Residents & Family Members
Activities
Religious ServicesChurch services held on Sundays

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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 4 deficiencies 3 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 (92% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (68% 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. 452 This facility has 92% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (4 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 92% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.34 This facility has 68% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (1.3 vs. NE avg 4).↓ 68% 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. 313 This facility has had 77% fewer total inspections than the Nebraska average (3 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 77% fewer

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Willows Assisted Living

Who is the owner of The Willows Assisted Living?

The Willows Assisted Living is legally operated by The Willows, LLC, and administered by Administrator Jayne Prince.

Is The Willows Assisted Living in a walkable area?

The Willows Assisted Living has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Willows Assisted Living?

According to NE state health department records, The Willows Assisted Living's license number is ALF199.

What is the occupancy rate at The Willows Assisted Living?

The Willows Assisted Living's occupancy is 78%.

Are pets allowed at The Willows Assisted Living?

No, The Willows Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Willows Assisted Living?

Administrator Jayne Prince is the administrator of The Willows Assisted Living.

How many beds does The Willows Assisted Living have?

The Willows Assisted Living has 32 beds.

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