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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 assisted living communities in Grand Island, NE using NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NE
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Avg Walk Score: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Grand Island, NE. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Grand Island, NE. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Grand Island (Metro Area)

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.

Riverside Lodge Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Grand Island
75
Facility 75
NE AVG 82
Rank #91 / 226
Yes
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 47
Rank #197 / 287
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+Kimberly Andrews-7
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155
The Heritage at Sagewood
AL
MC
RC
Grand Island
136
Facility 136
NE AVG 82
Rank #29 / 226
Yes
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 47
Rank #217 / 287
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Gretchen HueftleThe Heritage At Sagewood Operating, LLC4
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 155
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 155
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 155
Primrose Retirement Community of Grand Island
AL
IL
MC
Grand Island
42
Facility 42
NE AVG 82
Rank #191 / 226
Yes
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 47
Rank #268 / 287
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 90.5% -Sophia AcostaTsmm Management, LLC5
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 7
Rank #29 / 155
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 155
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 52
Rank #54 / 155
0.8
Facility 0.8
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #62 / 155
Lebensraum Assisted Living
AL
Grand Island
33
Facility 33
NE AVG 82
Rank #213 / 226
Yes
31
Facility 31
NE AVG 47
Rank #217 / 287
Suite 93.9% A+Megan CoronaJ.c.d.h., Inc10
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 7
Rank #55 / 155
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 15
Rank #64 / 155
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 52
Rank #69 / 155
1.1
Facility 1.1
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #68 / 155
Golden Living Center – Grand Island Park
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Grand Island (North Darr Avenue)
-No
56
Facility 56
NE AVG 47
Rank #104 / 287
1 Bed---------
Edgewood Vista
AL
ADC
IL
MC
RC
Grand Island
-No
46
Facility 46
NE AVG 47
Rank #160 / 287
Studio---------
Good Samaritan Society – Grand Island Village
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Grand Island
67
Facility 67
NE AVG 82
Rank #112 / 226
No-- 89.6% -Administrator Danielle Muir-19
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 7
Rank #128 / 155
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 15
Rank #126 / 155
110
Facility 110
NE AVG 52
Rank #142 / 155
5.8
Facility 5.8
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #147 / 155
Bickford of Grand Island
AL
MC
Grand Island
-Yes
22
Facility 22
NE AVG 47
Rank #241 / 287
--A+Melissa Stratman-Schriner------
The Cedars at Broadwell
AL
Grand Island
76
Facility 76
NE AVG 82
Rank #90 / 226
No-- 81.6% -Administrator Brittany Murphy-18
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 7
Rank #86 / 155
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 15
Rank #99 / 155
73
Facility 73
NE AVG 52
Rank #108 / 155
4.1
Facility 4.1
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #119 / 155
Good Samaritan Society – Grand Island Village
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Grand Island
67
Facility 67
NE AVG 82
Rank #112 / 226
Yes
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 47
Rank #286 / 287
1 Bed / 2 Bed 72.1% --------
Grand Island Lakeview Care and Rehabilitation Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Grand Island
-No
15
Facility 15
NE AVG 47
Rank #261 / 287
3.3 miles from city center---------
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lakeview
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Grand Island
95
Facility 95
NE AVG 82
Rank #69 / 226
No-- 57.9% -Administrator Tammy Weston-29
18
Facility 18
NE AVG 7
Rank #143 / 155
13
Facility 13
NE AVG 15
Rank #131 / 155
115
Facility 115
NE AVG 52
Rank #143 / 155
4.0
Facility 4.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #112 / 155
Overview of Grand Island Lakeview Care and Rehabilitation Center

Grand Island Lakeview Care and Rehabilitation Center is a Nebraska-based establishment actively engaged with Medicare and Medicaid. Their services encompass a comprehensive array of therapeutic interventions, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. The center places emphasis on residents’ active involvement, as evidenced by their resident council, fostering a sense of belonging and community.
Driven by a commitment to creating a nurturing environment, the facility boasts a dedicated staff that goes above and beyond to ensure each individual feels valued and at home. With a broad spectrum of offerings, ranging from acute rehabilitation and memory care to assisted living, they cater to the health needs of adults in various stages of recovery, from significant injuries to chronic conditions. Grand Island Lakeview Care and Rehabilitation Center stands as a cornerstone of compassionate care, committed to enhancing the well-being and quality of life for its residents.

Contact Grand Island Lakeview Care and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lakeview

Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lakeview sits on the west side of Grand Island, Nebraska, at 1405 West Hwy 34. It’s a car-dependent spot (Walk Score 0). Plan to drive when you visit.

This is a skilled nursing and rehab facility with 95 beds. Right now a little over half are filled, 55 of them, which puts occupancy at 58%. So there’s room. That matters whether you’re looking at a short stay to recover from surgery or a longer arrangement for a parent who needs daily care.

Short-term rehab helps people get back on their feet after an operation, an illness, or an injury. Long-term nursing care covers residents who need steady, ongoing support. A doctor is on staff. Staffing runs around the clock, and therapy happens in-house, so a rehab resident isn’t shuttled out for appointments.

Each resident gets about 3 hours and 23 minutes of total nursing care a day. Nurse aides account for roughly 2 hours and 33 minutes of that, with RN and LPN time added on top. On the day-to-day side, rooms are private, there’s a dining program, and residents have patio space to sit outside.

The facility takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so most families will find a path that works. State inspections have looked at infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and how care is planned and documented.

Contact Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lakeview

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Grand Island, NE

What is the average cost of assisted living in Grand Island, NE?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Grand Island, NE is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Grand Island, NE?

Assisted living in Grand Island, NE typically ranges from $4,000–$6,600 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Grand Island, NE?

Assisted living facilities in Grand Island, NE typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Nebraska Medicaid cover assisted living?

Nebraska Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Nebraska) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.