Bickford of Grand Island
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Grand Island, NE

Bickford of Grand Island

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Grand Island, NE

Overview of Bickford of Grand Island

Bickford of Grand Island stands as a compassionate haven within the realm of assisted living communities in Nebraska. Here, the focal point revolves around nurturing the happiness and well-being of each resident, creating an environment that truly feels like home. This assisted living facility is not only a place to reside but also a vibrant hub of activities that encourage residents to engage and thrive. Adding a delicious touch to daily life, a diverse and dynamic menu complements the array of engaging programs, ensuring that each day is rich with experiences.

The ambiance exudes the warmth of a classic American home, with furnishings that invite relaxation and gatherings. What sets Bickford of Grand Island apart is its dedication to holistic care, encompassing not just assisted living but also memory care and respite care. This commitment is reflected in every facet of the community, from spaces designed for relaxation and enjoyment, such as a theater room and a game room, to the soothing tranquility of raised garden beds. The essence of community living is woven into every corner, from indoors to outdoors, where residents can forge connections and cherish moments. To top it all off, practical services like housekeeping, laundry, and transportation are seamlessly integrated, creating a well-rounded and secure living haven within these assisted living facilities.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #239 / 285Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 239th out of 285 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.
22 / 100
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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Managed by Melissa Stratman-Schriner

Executive Director

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Address 3.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Grand Island's city center to Bickford of Grand Island's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.77 miles to nearest hospital (Grand Island Regional Medical Center)

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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 Sagewood
AL
MC
RC
Grand Island
136
Facility 136
NE AVG 81
Rank #29 / 225
Yes
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 47
Rank #215 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---Gretchen HueftleThe Heritage At Sagewood Operating, LLC4
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
Riverside Lodge Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Grand Island
75
Facility 75
NE AVG 81
Rank #90 / 225
Yes
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 47
Rank #195 / 285
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
38
Facility 38
NE AVG 29
Rank #15 / 58
-A+Kimberly Andrews-7
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
Primrose Retirement Community of Grand Island
AL
IL
MC
Grand Island
42
Facility 42
NE AVG 81
Rank #190 / 225
Yes
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 47
Rank #266 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #26 / 177
-Sophia AcostaTsmm Management, LLC5
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 155
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 52
Rank #54 / 155
0.8
Facility 0.8
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #62 / 155
Lebensraum Assisted Living
AL
Grand Island
33
Facility 33
NE AVG 81
Rank #212 / 225
Yes
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 47
Rank #215 / 285
Suite-
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #16 / 177
-Megan CoronaJ.c.d.h., Inc10
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 7
Rank #55 / 155
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 15
Rank #64 / 155
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 52
Rank #69 / 155
1.1
Facility 1.1
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #68 / 155
Bickford of Grand Island
AL
MC
Grand Island-Yes
22
Facility 22
NE AVG 47
Rank #239 / 285
---A+Melissa Stratman-Schriner------

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nebraska

Bickford of Grand Island is located in Grand Island, 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 Bickford of Grand Island

Is Bickford of Grand Island in a walkable area?

Bickford of Grand Island has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Bickford of Grand Island?

Yes, Bickford of Grand Island allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Bickford of Grand Island?

Yes — there are 20 photos of Bickford of Grand Island in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Bickford of Grand Island?

Bickford of Grand Island is located at 3285 Woodridge Blvd, Grand Island, NE 68801.

What is the phone number of Bickford of Grand Island?

(308) 218-3652 will put you in contact with the team at Bickford of Grand Island.

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