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 #74 / 228Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 228 homes in Nebraska. 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.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. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Nebraska facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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 #277 / 298Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 277th out of 298 homes in Nebraska. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Nebraska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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 #114 / 196Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 114th out of 196 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 196. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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

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. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (88% below)
• Deficiencies per year (88% below)
Latest Inspection May 18, 2023 Renewal

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 year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2013. 0.54 This facility has 88% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.5 vs. NE avg 4).↓ 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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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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

Emerald Columbus
AL
HC
MC
NH
PC
Columbus (40Th Avenue)145 No A+ 57 1 Bed
The Heritage at Legacy
AL
IL
MC
RC
Omaha (West Omaha)135 No - 11 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Heritage at Fox Run
AL
HC
IL
MC
Council Bluffs132 Yes - 14 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Heritage at Shalimar Gardens
AL
MC
RC
Fremont (East 29Th Street)100 Yes - 43 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ridgewood Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Bennington88 Yes A+ 6 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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%.

Who is the administrator of Ridgewood Senior Living?

Sarah Gebhardt is the administrator of Ridgewood Senior Living.

How many beds does Ridgewood Senior Living have?

Ridgewood Senior Living has 88 beds.

Are there photos of Ridgewood Senior Living?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Ridgewood Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

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