Ridgewood Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bennington, NE

Ridgewood Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bennington, NE

Overview of Ridgewood Senior Living

Seniors looking for premium care and services in the Bennington, Nebraska area will find a warm and welcoming community in Ridgewood Senior Living. As part of the Heritage Communities senior living brand, the compassionate and dedicated staff at Ridgewood encapsulate the belief of “Living Better”, providing above and beyond the bare minimum of care.

Upon establishing rapport with residents, programs are tailored to each individual to fit their needs and uniqueness, whether it be for independent living, assisted living, or memory care for those facing the challenges of conditions like Alzheimer’s or the different types of dementia. 24-hour assistance with daily living activities, personal care, and medical management empowers residents to focus on spending time on what fills them with joy and purpose in life. A safe, secure environment means that Ridgewood seniors can enjoy the privacy of bright and cozy living apartments, restaurant-quality dining, stimulating activities, socialization opportunities, and concierge transportation for a change of pace. Residents at Ridgewood have everything they need to experience the best from their golden years.

Bed community size
88-bed community Rank #73 / 227Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 227 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
17 years in operation Rank #50 / 57Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 57 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 6 / 100 Rank #275 / 296Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 275th out of 296 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
73%
Rank #100 / 183Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 100th out of 183 homes in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 183. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
64 / 88
Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

Awards

Best Places to Work
Excellence in Healthcare
Executive of the Year
Women Who Lead
Family Business Award

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyDouglas
License NumberALF331

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ridgewood Senior Living is legally operated by Gahc3 Bennington Ne Alf Trs Sub, LLC, and administered by Sarah Gebhardt.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactAmy Wilkerson, Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Fax(402) 884-7525

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Wellness Program

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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 2013 · 13 years of data 6 deficiencies

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 (88% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility NE Average vs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 6 52 This facility has 88% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (6 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 88% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on May 18, 2023, confirmed the facility met all statutory requirements for licensure renewal with no deficiencies noted.
  • A substantiated complaint in August 2013 found inaccurate medical records on CPR wishes for two residents, but staff training and emergency response were compliant.
  • Complaint investigations in 2014 and 2018 found the facility compliant with abuse prevention, staffing, and resident care criteria despite earlier housekeeping and training deficiencies corrected before 2018.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Places of interest near Ridgewood Senior Living

Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bennington's city center to Ridgewood Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

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AL
IL
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88
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17
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2
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6
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NE AVG 52
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- - 98.3% - Administrator Julie Rezac - 23
12
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10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ridgewood Senior Living

Who is the owner of Ridgewood Senior Living?

Ridgewood Senior Living is legally operated by Gahc3 Bennington Ne Alf Trs Sub, LLC, and administered by Sarah Gebhardt.

Is Ridgewood Senior Living in a walkable area?

Ridgewood Senior Living has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Ridgewood Senior Living?

According to NE state health department records, Ridgewood Senior Living's license number is ALF331.

What is the occupancy rate at Ridgewood Senior Living?

Ridgewood Senior Living's occupancy is 73%.

How long has Ridgewood Senior Living been in business?

Ridgewood Senior Living has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Ridgewood Senior Living?

Yes, Ridgewood Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Ridgewood Senior Living?

Sarah Gebhardt is the administrator of Ridgewood Senior Living.

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