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Oxbow Living Center
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ashland, NE
Exterior view of Oxbow Living Center by a reflective pond Exterior view of Oxbow Living Center by the water, and interior dining area. Bright dining room with tables set for meals Beautiful outdoor seating area by the pond Architectural floor plan of a living space

Oxbow Living Center

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ashland, NE
1617 Bills Drive, Ashland, NE 68003 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Oxbow Living Center

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Oxbow Living Center is located in Ashland, Nebraska, which is a tiny town placed right between the cities of Omaha and Lincoln. You can find this home at 1617 Bills Drive.

This place gives people two ways to get help, with one side for daily tasks and another side for people who have a hard time remembering things. Because the neighborhood has a walk score of 61, you can easily walk to the store to do a few quick jobs on your own feet.

The big building has enough space for 129 beds, but only 49 people live there right now, which means only about 38 percent of the rooms are full. Since there is plenty of extra space, anyone who wants to move in today will probably not have to wait on a long list.

Both kinds of rooms are inside the same building, so a person can start with a little help and then move to the memory side without ever having to leave their home or change their address. This makes it very easy for people to stay in the same place even as they get older and need more care.

Everyday life includes many rooms that everyone can use together, such as a church room, a room for play and exercise, a book room, a craft table, and even a hair shop. Most people eat their food in big rooms with others, but there is also a special small room kept just for family parties and big days.

People from the state come to check on things like how the workers give out medicine, if the helpers have the right training, and if the food is good and safe. To put it simply, Oxbow is a medium-sized home that helps many different people and has plenty of open spots for those who need a place to stay right now.

Facility Direct Line (402) 944-3400
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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 129 Rank #29 / 174Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #60 / 230Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th 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.
61 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #122 / 127Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd out of 127 homes we track in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 127. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
38% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Nebraska average: 73.4%
Occupied beds
49 / 129

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountySaunders
License NumberALF329

Ownership & Operating Entity

Oxbow Living Center is administered by Administrator Kerry Dierks.

Contact Information

Fax(402) 944-3044

Amenities & Lifestyle

Assisted Living Apartments
Memory Care Apartments
Specific ProgramsBeauty Shop, Craft Area, Library/Lounge, Chapel, Exercise Room, Laundry Facilities, Dining Rooms, Private dining room
Religious Services

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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 2014 · 12 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. 1 deficiency 6 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 2014 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (98% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (92% 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. 152 This facility has 98% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (1 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 98% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.22.66 This facility has 92% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.2 vs. NE avg 2.66).↓ 92% 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. 613 This facility has had 54% fewer total inspections than the Nebraska average (6 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 54% fewer
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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Emerald Columbus
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Columbus
145
Facility 145
NE AVG 81
Rank #17 / 174
No
57
Facility 57
NE AVG 47
Rank #80 / 230
1 Bed
42
Facility 42
NE AVG 28
Rank #2 / 53
56.6%
Facility 56.6%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #108 / 127
-Chelsey RoanColumbus Operations, LLC21
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 7
Rank #128 / 155
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 15
Rank #112 / 155
121
Facility 121
NE AVG 52
Rank #146 / 155
5.8
Facility 5.8
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #146 / 155
The Heritage at Legacy
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
Oxbow Living Center
AL
MC
Ashland
129
Facility 129
NE AVG 81
Rank #29 / 174
Yes
61
Facility 61
NE AVG 47
Rank #60 / 230
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38.0%
Facility 38.0%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #122 / 127
-Administrator Kerry Dierks-6
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 7
Rank #43 / 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
Elk Ridge Village
AL
IL
MC
Douglas (Elkhorn)
92
Facility 92
NE AVG 81
Rank #49 / 174
No
5
Facility 5
NE AVG 47
Rank #225 / 230
-
19
Facility 19
NE AVG 28
Rank #41 / 53
76.1%
Facility 76.1%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #69 / 127
A+Tony Damewood-10
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 7
Rank #86 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 52
Rank #41 / 155
0.2
Facility 0.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #32 / 155
Ridgewood Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Bennington
88
Facility 88
NE AVG 81
Rank #52 / 174
Yes
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 47
Rank #220 / 230
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
NE AVG 28
Rank #46 / 53
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
NE AVG 73.4%
Rank #75 / 127
A+Sarah GebhardtGahc3 Bennington Ne Alf Trs Sub, LLC11
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #63 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 155
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 52
Rank #62 / 155
0.5
Facility 0.5
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #51 / 155

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oxbow Living Center

Is Oxbow Living Center in a walkable area?

Oxbow Living Center has a walk score of 61. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Oxbow Living Center?

According to NE state health department records, Oxbow Living Center's license number is ALF329.

What is the occupancy rate at Oxbow Living Center?

Oxbow Living Center's occupancy is 38%.

Does Oxbow Living Center have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Oxbow Living Center on this page.

Are pets allowed at Oxbow Living Center?

Yes, Oxbow Living Center allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Oxbow Living Center?

Administrator Kerry Dierks is the administrator of Oxbow Living Center.

How many beds does Oxbow Living Center have?

Oxbow Living Center has 129 beds.

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