Esprit Whispering Ridge

Esprit Whispering Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in Nebraska

Esprit Whispering Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in Nebraska

Esprit Whispering Ridge

17555 Emmet St, Omaha, NE 68116 View Map

Esprit Whispering Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in Nebraska

Esprit Whispering Ridge is an Assisted Living Home in Nebraska

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Overview of Esprit Whispering Ridge

Esprit Whispering Ridge, located in Omaha, Nebraska, is a senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional assisted living and memory care services. With a focus on promoting independence, dignity, and well-being, Esprit offers personalized care plans tailored to each resident’s unique needs and preferences. The compassionate team of caregivers provides round-the-clock assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and specialized memory care support to ensure residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia feel comfortable and secure in their home.

At this assisted living and memory care home, residents enjoy a wealth of amenities designed to enhance their quality of life. From spacious private apartments with modern conveniences to beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The community boasts chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style dining room, engaging social activities and events, fitness and wellness programs, and transportation services for outings and appointments. With a focus on holistic care and meaningful connections, Esprit strives to create a warm and inviting environment where residents can thrive and make lasting memories.

(402) 932-1999

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 130
Bed community size
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 39 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)
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Services

Memory Care

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES

Additional licensing details

License number: ALF345
County: DOUGLAS

Ownership & operating entity

Esprit Whispering Ridge is administrated by CYNTHIA SWANDA.

Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Jean Cramer

Contact Information

Fax: (402) 932-7303

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.
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Address 13.4 miles from city center

Address 17555 Emmet St, Omaha, NE 68116

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Aged and Disabled Waiver
Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
Nebraska Respite Network
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • NE Specifics: Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), 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 Specifics: Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.
  • Services: 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)
Official government program page
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Nebraska Medicare Savings Program
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • NE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Nebraska Seniors

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Higher asset limit; rural access focus.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.
NE Respite Network

Nebraska Respite Network

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • NE Specifics:
    Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), 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 Specifics:
    Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), limited homemaker services, respite (~200 hours/year).
Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
    Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Nebraska SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • NE Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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