Walnut Grove Retirement Community
Retirement Home & Independent Living · Omaha, NE

Walnut Grove Retirement Community

Retirement Home & Independent Living · Omaha, NE

Overview of Walnut Grove Retirement Community

Nestled on the city’s south side, where West Omaha begins to transition, Walnut Grove Retirement Community is an independent living community in Omaha’s Millard neighborhood. The community at 4901 S 153rd Street operates as a three-story apartment building managed by Resort Lifestyle Communities, with 25 years of stable operation. The surrounding area scores a 51 on the Walk Score scale, so some errands are walkable, with most trips needing a car or transportation service.

Walnut Grove Retirement Community offers studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments spanning from 566 to 1,206 square feet, giving residents choices about space and layout. Weekly housekeeping and maintenance are included in the arrangement. Manager Todd King leads the community. Dining here runs on the Signature Freedom Dining model, built around an executive chef who prepares three meals daily with rotating menus, diet-conscious preparation, unit delivery to residents who prefer it, and an all-time open pantry for snacking or casual meals. Substantial are the common spaces: a 150-seat theater, billiards room, arcade, library, a lounge with a full bar, a fitness center, a spa, and a business center. A lifestyle director builds a monthly calendar of activities and social events across these spaces. Safety infrastructure includes a 24-hour emergency alert system, a 24/7 concierge desk, and live-in managers, so support is always on-site. Occupants can bring pets for free, and there is a travel benefit that lets residents use other resort lifestyle communities’ properties across the country for free.

Walnut Grove Retirement Community fits self-sufficient older adults needing a structured community with a strong dining program, extensive common spaces, and amenities built in. It doesn’t provide personal care or medical assistance, so occupants are expected to manage their own health and daily needs independently, as is the standard for independent living nationwide.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #33 / 53Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 53 homes we track in Nebraska for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Nebraska facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
25 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #113 / 230Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 230 homes 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 cover every community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
51 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 566 / 650 / 694 / 706 / 759-1206 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Parking Available

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Exercise Programs/Fitness Center

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Safety Systems

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Recreational Activities

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Health Programs

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Security Systems

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Pet-Friendly

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Wi-Fi Access

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Theater Room

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Computer Room

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Walnut Grove Retirement Community

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Address 4901 S 153Rd St, Omaha, NE 68137

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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. RH (Retirement Home):
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.
The Heritage at Legacy
RH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Omaha (West Omaha)
135
Facility 135
NE AVG 81
Rank #22 / 174
Yes
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 47
Rank #217 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 28
Rank #49 / 53
57.8%
Facility 57.8%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #103 / 127
-Shelley Miller-8
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 7
Rank #43 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 52
Rank #41 / 155
0.3
Facility 0.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #36 / 155
Aksarben Village Senior Living Community
RH
AL
IL
MC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
105
Facility 105
NE AVG 81
Rank #43 / 174
Yes
48
Facility 48
NE AVG 47
Rank #126 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 28
Rank #49 / 53
-A+Colleen JonesMid O, LP7
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155
The Brant at Gretna
RH
AL
IL
MC
Omaha (Millard)
86
Facility 86
NE AVG 81
Rank #55 / 174
Yes
54
Facility 54
NE AVG 47
Rank #96 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--A+Katie NicodemusThe Brant, LLC1
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155
Remington Heights Retirement
RH
AL
IL
Omaha (West Omaha)
79
Facility 79
NE AVG 81
Rank #66 / 174
Yes
45
Facility 45
NE AVG 47
Rank #138 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
NE AVG 28
Rank #33 / 53
36.7%
Facility 36.7%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #123 / 127
A+Heather Holmes-7
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 7
Rank #55 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 155
5
Facility 5
NE AVG 52
Rank #60 / 155
0.7
Facility 0.7
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #58 / 155
Walnut Grove Retirement Community
RH
IL
Omaha (Millard)-Yes
51
Facility 51
NE AVG 47
Rank #113 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
NE AVG 28
Rank #33 / 53
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Financial Assistance for
Retirement Homes in Nebraska

Walnut Grove Retirement Community is located in Omaha, 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
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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 Walnut Grove Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Walnut Grove Retirement Community in?

Walnut Grove Retirement Community is in the Millard neighborhood of Omaha.

Is Walnut Grove Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Walnut Grove Retirement Community has a walk score of 51. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Walnut Grove Retirement Community been in business?

Walnut Grove Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Walnut Grove Retirement Community?

Yes, Walnut Grove Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Walnut Grove Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Walnut Grove Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Walnut Grove Retirement Community?

Walnut Grove Retirement Community is located at 4901 S 153Rd St, Omaha, NE 68137.

What is the phone number of Walnut Grove Retirement Community?

(402) 403-4246 will put you in contact with the team at Walnut Grove Retirement Community.

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