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The Heritage at Legacy
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Omaha, NE
Exterior view of The Heritage at Legacy facility Dining area with round tables and chairs Cozy common area with seating and fireplace Bright and spacious lobby area with seating

The Heritage at Legacy

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Omaha, NE
2961 S 169Th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68130 View map
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Overview of The Heritage at Legacy

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For seniors in the Omaha area, The Heritage at Legacy provides a comprehensive continuum of care that adapts to resident needs as they change to promote better and easier living. Settling into a community that prioritizes and celebrates the uniqueness of each resident ensures that the transition from home to The Heritage, is stress-free, exciting, and preserves that touch of home feeling. Independent living assisted living, memory care for those grappling with the challenges of memory loss illnesses like Alzheimer’s and dementia, home health, and hospice care are handled by duly certified and compassionate team members.

Cozy yet elegant living spaces allow residents to relax in the safety and security of The Heritage, while chores like housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, as well as personal care and medical support, are all taken care of. Residents can spend their time doing what they enjoy, maybe learning a new thing or two, forging new friendships in the community, or exploring nearby destinations they’ve always wanted to see, thanks to scheduled transportation services. With so much to do and the time to do these, life at The Heritage is as exciting as it is comfortable.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 135 Rank #11 / 136Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 11th out of 136 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #33 / 37Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 33rd out of 37 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
10 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #160 / 170Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 160th out of 170 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
11 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #84 / 103Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 84th out of 103 assisted living communities we track in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 103. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Nebraska that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
57.8% This home usually has availability

Based on 78 residents and 135 beds. Source: state inspection report (Jun 2018)

Lower than the Nebraska average: 73.6%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyDouglas
License NumberALF367

Certifications & Programs

Navigator Program (personalized care coordination) — Heritage CommunitiesA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Heritage at Legacy is administered by Shelley Miller.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Primary Care
Chronic Disease Management

Additional Services

6 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Health and Wellness Navigator ProgramA trained navigator helps residents and families coordinate care, appointments, transportation, wellness plans, and health checks, making healthcare easier to manage.
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
Emergency Call SystemListed as: 24-hour emergency response
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation with chairlift · Grocery store transportation (multiple trips weekly) · Weekly shuttle to anywhere in Omaha

Contact Information

Fax(402) 800-3000

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Parking
Fitness Center
Bar
Beauty Salon
Library
Patio
Landscaped, Secure Outdoor Courtyard
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining Room
Activities
Exercise Classes
Yoga Classes
Arts & Crafts
Cooperative Group Games
Movie Nights
Games
Themed Parties
Recreational Trips and Outings
Multisensory Workshops

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at The Heritage at Legacy.
  • Private dining room for family events.

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Apartment

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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 2015 · 11 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. 2 deficiencies 8 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 2015 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (96% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (88% 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. 252.0 This facility has 96% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (2 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 96% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.32.6 This facility has 88% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NE avg 2.6).↓ 88% 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. 813.0 This facility has had 38% fewer total inspections than the Nebraska average (8 vs. NE avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 38% fewer
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Places of interest near The Heritage at Legacy

Address 2961 S 169Th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68130 — 0.51 miles to nearest hospital (CHI Health Lakeside)

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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. 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.
Westgate Assisted Living
AL
RC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
80
Facility 80
NE AVG 74
Rank #42 / 136
Yes
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 45
Rank #78 / 170
Studio / Deluxe / 1 Bed
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 25
Rank #9 / 37
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
NE AVG 73.6%
Rank #57 / 103
-Verlynn WinnickiSnh Neb Tenant LLC6
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #57 / 124
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #26 / 124
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #26 / 124
0.2
Facility 0.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #29 / 124
Aksarben Village Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
105
Facility 105
NE AVG 74
Rank #27 / 136
Yes
48
Facility 48
NE AVG 45
Rank #86 / 170
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 25
Rank #33 / 37
-A+Colleen JonesMid O, LP7
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 124
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 124
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 124
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 124
Remington Heights Retirement
AL
IL
Omaha (West Omaha)
79
Facility 79
NE AVG 74
Rank #46 / 136
Yes
45
Facility 45
NE AVG 45
Rank #95 / 170
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
NE AVG 25
Rank #20 / 37
36.7%
Facility 36.7%
NE AVG 73.6%
Rank #101 / 103
A+Heather Holmes-7
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 7
Rank #49 / 124
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #46 / 124
5
Facility 5
NE AVG 52
Rank #56 / 124
0.7
Facility 0.7
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #55 / 124
The Brant at Gretna
AL
IL
MC
Omaha (Millard)
86
Facility 86
NE AVG 74
Rank #37 / 136
Yes
54
Facility 54
NE AVG 45
Rank #61 / 170
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--A+Katie NicodemusThe Brant, LLC1
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 124
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 124
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 124
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 124
The Heritage at Legacy
AL
IL
MC
RC
Omaha (West Omaha)
135
Facility 135
NE AVG 74
Rank #11 / 136
Yes
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 45
Rank #160 / 170
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 25
Rank #33 / 37
57.8%
Facility 57.8%
NE AVG 73.6%
Rank #84 / 103
-Shelley Miller-8
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 7
Rank #38 / 124
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #26 / 124
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 52
Rank #38 / 124
0.3
Facility 0.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #33 / 124

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other NE assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Nebraska

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VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
2026 · Countable income is compared with the applicable maximum annual pension rate (MAPR), which varies by dependents and benefit category. For a veteran with one dependent and Aid and Attendance, MAPR is $34,488/year.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth ceiling is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus income for VA purposes; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Aid and Attendance or Housebound is an increased VA pension rate for eligible veterans or surviving spouses who meet pension and additional care/disability requirements; it is not a stand-alone state benefit.
NE specifics
Federal VA pension rules apply nationwide.

What it provides

  • Monthly pension is based on the applicable MAPR less countable annual income; divided by 12. Maximum annual veteran Aid and Attendance rates are $29,093 without dependents and $34,488 with one dependent; actual payments may be lower.
In-home & community support

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Eligibility

General
Receive Nebraska Medicaid, have a disability or be over age 65, meet nursing-facility level of care, and need waiver services.

What it provides

  • Assessed waiver services may include adult day services; assisted living; respite and supports in the home.
Caregiver respite

Lifespan Respite Services

Lifespan Respite Services

Eligibility

General
Lifespan Respite supports eligible unpaid caregivers of a person of any age with a qualifying special need, not only caregivers of people age 60+.

What it provides

  • Eligible respite assistance provides temporary caregiver relief. The official program describes an additional $2,000 per eligibility period for qualifying exceptional circumstances.
In-home support

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Eligibility

General
Medicaid Personal Assistance Services help people with a chronic medical condition or disability with activities such as bathing or dressing; financial and authorization requirements are determined by Medicaid.

What it provides

  • Assessed assistance with daily activities such as bathing and dressing. The participant may choose the provider and direct care.
In-home and community support

Social Services for Aged and Disabled Adults (SSAD)

Social Services for Aged and Disabled Adults (SSAD)

Eligibility

General
People who are aged, blind or disabled and meet program income and assessed service-need rules; assistance is coordinated with other available programs.

What it provides

  • Authorized help may include chores; adult day services; meals; homemaker instruction and transportation.
In-home disability support

Disabled Persons and Family Support (DPFS)

Disabled Persons and Family Support (DPFS)

Eligibility

General
Nebraska residents of any age with a professionally documented severe, chronic disability and qualifying disability-related needs; income and resource rules and other available funding are considered.

What it provides

  • Funding for approved disability-related services or equipment; potentially including personal care; housekeeping; adaptive equipment and home modifications; up to $400 monthly or $4,800 annually.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiary; the state determines the applicable Medicare Savings Program. QMB helps with premiums and Medicare cost sharing; SLMB and QI generally help with Part B premiums.
NE specifics
QI requires annual application and is funded first-come, first-served with priority for prior recipients. QMB, SLMB and QI confer Part D Extra Help.

What it provides

  • QMB pays eligible Part A/Part B premiums and Medicare deductibles and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay Part B premiums. The exact benefit depends on the approved program.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Heritage at Legacy

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is The Heritage at Legacy in?
The Heritage at Legacy is in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha.
02 Is The Heritage at Legacy in a walkable area?
The Heritage at Legacy has a walk score of 11. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
03 What is the license number of The Heritage at Legacy?
According to NE state health department records, The Heritage at Legacy's license number is ALF367.
04 What is the occupancy rate at The Heritage at Legacy?
The Heritage at Legacy's occupancy is 57.8%.
05 How long has The Heritage at Legacy been in business?
The Heritage at Legacy has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
06 Are pets allowed at The Heritage at Legacy?
Yes, The Heritage at Legacy allows residents to bring their pets.
07 Who is the administrator of The Heritage at Legacy?
Shelley Miller is the administrator of The Heritage at Legacy.
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