New Cassel Retirement Center

New Cassel Retirement Center

Overview of New Cassel Retirement Center

New Cassel Retirement Center is a large home for seniors located on North 90th Street in Omaha, Nebraska. While the neighborhood is somewhat easy to walk around, most people still find that having a car is helpful for reaching far places. This community is one of the biggest choices for older adults in the city because it has 276 beds available for those who live there.

The main goal of the center is to keep the people living there busy and to help them as they get older and their needs change. Trained nurses and health assistants are always there to help with daily tasks or medical needs that might come up. Because they have expert staff on hand at all times, the residents feel safe knowing that help is nearby whenever they need it.

The center also runs a special daytime program called the Franciscans Adult Day Center for seniors who still live in their own houses. This program allows people to visit during the day so they can enjoy the company of others and stay busy while having someone watch over them. By offering both a place to live and a place to visit, the community is able to help many different types of seniors.

Inside the building, there is a gym for exercise and a small church called a chapel for people who want to pray or go to a service. The staff plans many fun things to do that focus on health and feeling good, which helps everyone stay connected and happy. These activities are designed to make sure that no one feels lonely and that every day has a good plan.

State inspectors come to visit the home to make sure the building is safe from fires and that the workers have the right training to do their jobs. They also check the notes that the nurses write to ensure that every person living there is getting the right kind of care. For a family looking for a senior home in Omaha, this center is a strong choice because it is well-known and has many great services.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 276 Rank #2 / 174Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 174 homes we track 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.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.

High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

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

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyDouglas
License NumberALF112

Ownership & Operating Entity

New Cassel Retirement Center is administered by Administrator Tracy Lichti.

Owner NameNew Cassel, Inc

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax(402) 393-3784

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Chapel
Activities
Specific ProgramsRetirement Living, Franciscans Adult Day Center

Contact New Cassel Retirement Center

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 2013 · 13 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
0 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 2013 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (100% 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. 052 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 100% 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

Places of interest near New Cassel Retirement Center

Address 6.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Omaha's city center to New Cassel Retirement Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

Calculate Travel Distance to New Cassel Retirement Center

Add your location

Address

Compare Assisted Living around Omaha

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.
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.
New Cassel Retirement Center
AL
Omaha
276
Facility 276
NE AVG 81
Rank #2 / 174
No
51
Facility 51
NE AVG 47
Rank #113 / 230
----Administrator Tracy LichtiNew Cassel, Inc3
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 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
Aksarben Village Senior Living Community
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
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
Westgate Assisted Living
AL
RC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
80
Facility 80
NE AVG 81
Rank #62 / 174
Yes
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 47
Rank #118 / 230
Studio / Deluxe / 1 Bed
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 28
Rank #18 / 53
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #72 / 127
-Verlynn WinnickiSnh Neb Tenant LLC6
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #63 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 155
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #29 / 155
0.2
Facility 0.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #32 / 155
Remington Heights Retirement
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

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every NE community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nebraska

New Cassel Retirement Center is located in OMAHA, Nebraska.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Nebraska.

Get Financial aid guidance

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 New Cassel Retirement Center

Who is the owner of New Cassel Retirement Center?

New Cassel Retirement Center is legally operated by New Cassel, Inc., and administered by Administrator Tracy Lichti.

Is New Cassel Retirement Center in a walkable area?

New Cassel Retirement Center has a walk score of 51. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of New Cassel Retirement Center?

According to NE state health department records, New Cassel Retirement Center's license number is ALF112.

Are pets allowed at New Cassel Retirement Center?

No, New Cassel Retirement Center has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of New Cassel Retirement Center?

Administrator Tracy Lichti is the administrator of New Cassel Retirement Center.

How many beds does New Cassel Retirement Center have?

New Cassel Retirement Center has 276 beds.

Has New Cassel Retirement Center had any deficiencies?

New Cassel Retirement Center has no reported deficiencies according to records from Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance