The Heritage at Legacy
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Omaha, NE

The Heritage at Legacy

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

Overview of The Heritage at Legacy

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.

Bed community size
135-bed community Rank #30 / 226Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 226 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
10 years in operation Rank #54 / 58Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 58 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: 11 / 100 Rank #273 / 287Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 273rd out of 287 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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
58%
Rank #141 / 182Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st out of 182 homes in Nebraska for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 182. 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.
Lower than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
78 / 135
Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyDouglas
License NumberALF367

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Heritage at Legacy is administered by Shelley Miller.

Contact Information

Fax(402) 800-3000

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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 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 (93% 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 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. 0.34 This facility has 93% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.3 vs. NE avg 4).↓ 93% 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 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.

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The Heritage at Legacy
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IL
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NE AVG 82
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Yes
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-- 98.3% Administrator Julie Rezac23
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NE AVG 7
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1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
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2
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NE AVG 52
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0.7
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Heritage at Legacy

What neighborhood is The Heritage at Legacy in?

The Heritage at Legacy is in the West Omaha neighborhood of Omaha.

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.

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.

What is the occupancy rate at The Heritage at Legacy?

The Heritage at Legacy's occupancy is 58%.

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.

Are pets allowed at The Heritage at Legacy?

Yes, The Heritage at Legacy allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Heritage at Legacy?

Shelley Miller is the administrator of The Heritage at Legacy.

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