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Ridgewood Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bennington, NE
Exterior view of Ridgewood Senior Living facility Exterior view of Ridgewood Senior Living building Welcoming lobby area with fireplace and seating Interior of a cozy common area with seating and plants Bright interior of a common area with seating Bright, inviting common area with modern decor Interior view of a small theater room

Ridgewood Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bennington, NE
12301 N 149Th Cir, Bennington, NE 68007 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Ridgewood Senior Living

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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.

Facility Direct Line (402) 819-3886
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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 88 Rank #72 / 225Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 225 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. Rank #51 / 58Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 58 homes we track 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.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.
17 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #274 / 285Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 274th 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.
6 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #101 / 177Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 177 homes we track in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 177. 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.
73% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
64 / 88
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

Awards

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Executive of the Year
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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.

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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 6 deficiencies 11 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. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (88% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (81% 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. 652 This facility has 88% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (6 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 88% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.52.66 This facility has 81% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NE avg 2.66).↓ 81% 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. 1113 This facility has had 15% fewer total inspections than the Nebraska average (11 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 15% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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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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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. 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 #24 / 225
No
57
Facility 57
NE AVG 47
Rank #98 / 285
1 Bed
42
Facility 42
NE AVG 29
Rank #3 / 58
56.6%
Facility 56.6%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #147 / 177
-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 #30 / 225
Yes
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 47
Rank #271 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 29
Rank #54 / 58
57.8%
Facility 57.8%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #141 / 177
-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
Elk Ridge Village
AL
IL
MC
Douglas (Elkhorn)
92
Facility 92
NE AVG 81
Rank #69 / 225
No
5
Facility 5
NE AVG 47
Rank #279 / 285
-
19
Facility 19
NE AVG 29
Rank #45 / 58
76.1%
Facility 76.1%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #95 / 177
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 #72 / 225
Yes
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 47
Rank #274 / 285
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
NE AVG 29
Rank #51 / 58
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #101 / 177
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
Northfield Retirement Communities Care
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Scottsbluff
66
Facility 66
NE AVG 81
Rank #114 / 225
No
80
Facility 80
NE AVG 47
Rank #15 / 285
-
34
Facility 34
NE AVG 29
Rank #22 / 58
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
NE AVG 73.3%
Rank #112 / 177
A+Administrator Shelley Ramirez-4
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 15
Rank #72 / 155
26
Facility 26
NE AVG 52
Rank #79 / 155
6.5
Facility 6.5
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #152 / 155
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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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