Best Nursing Homes in Omaha, NE

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026
Over 10 homes analyzed

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Nebraska Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Omaha is a city in Nebraska offering an array of employment and recreation opportunities, a vibrant cuisine, and a flourishing arts scene for those looking for a fun and convenient lifestyle. Enjoy a relatively low cost of living, accessible healthcare, and a good public transportation system in the charming backdrop of the city. Together with some of the best hospitals in the state such as Nebraska Medicine – Nebraska Medical Center and Methodist Hospital, Omaha offers various nursing homes to ensure senior residents receive the utmost care and assistance for their special needs.

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The Lighthouse
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Omaha (West Omaha)
36
No
A+
42
CARMEL-COOPER, BIANCA
$6,357,306.00
$3,008,764.00
47.3%
31.70
4/5
5.3536
3/5
5/5
4/5
-
11
-
+96%
+20%
+22%
85.5%
Maple Crest Health Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Omaha (North Omaha)
160
No
A+
68
AMERICAN BAPTIST HOMES OF THE
$19,961,505.00
$10,486,144.00
52.5%
147.70
3/5
4.6463
2/5
5/5
4/5
-
27
-
+16%
+4%
0%
70.0%
Life Care Center of Omaha
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Omaha (North Omaha)
115
No
A+
18
STYGAR, PETER
$13,201,883.00
$5,103,753.00
38.7%
95.60
1/5
3.6025
1/5
3/5
4/5
1
42
1
+184%
-19%
+5%
73.6%
River City Nursing and Rehabilitation
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Omaha (South Central Omaha)
174
No
-
44
RIVER CITY O[CP HOLDINGS LLC
$9,998,501.00
$3,659,903.00
36.6%
101.50
1/5
3.2934
1/5
1/5
3/5
3
56
3
-30%
-26%
-26%
52.0%
Omaha Nursing and Rehabilitation
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Omaha (Q Merchants)
70
No
A+
68
SOUTHSIDE HEALTHCARE, INC
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Azria Health Montclair
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Omaha (West Omaha)
175
No
-
78
NE M2 HOLDCO OPCO LLC
$13,076,976.00
$4,618,815.00
35.3%
102.60
-
4.7510
-
-
-
4
69
7
+54%
+7%
-12%
62.1%
St. Joseph Villa Nursing and Rehabilitation
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Omaha (Riverview)
184
No
-
68
SNF/NF Distinct
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
The Cypress at Midtown
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

NE 68105
65
No
-
-
-
$5,172,218.00
$2,162,131.00
41.8%
40.50
4/5
4.5309
4/5
3/5
2/5
-
21
-
-18%
+2%
-19%
56.8%
Good Samaritan Society – Millard
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

NE 68137
106
No
-
-
BASHIR RAFIQ, NAUREEN
$9,337,478.00
$2,475,672.00
26.5%
62.30
4/5
4.2994
3/5
5/5
2/5
-
16
-
+48%
-3%
-35%
46.0%
Omaha Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

NE 68117
70
No
-
-
DAVIS, MALENE
$6,737,330.00
$3,547,806.00
52.7%
61.70
1/5
2.8889
1/5
2/5
4/5
2
53
7
-3%
-35%
+17%
82.4%
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Old Mill Rehabilitation provides post-acute care in a resort-style environment. It offers rehabilitative services and skilled nursing care for individuals who require therapy following a hospital stay. The facility prides itself on patient-centered care and 5-star customer service.
Overview of Old Mill Rehabilitation
Old Mill Rehabilitation provides post-acute care in a resort-style environment. It offers rehabilitative services and skilled nursing care for individuals who require therapy following a hospital stay. The facility prides itself on patient-centered care and 5-star customer service.
Omaha Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Omaha, Nebraska. It offers in-house therapy and skilled nursing services to support both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The center provides a variety of activities designed to help residents stay active.
Overview of Omaha Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Omaha Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Omaha, Nebraska. It offers in-house therapy and skilled nursing services to support both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The center provides a variety of activities designed to help residents stay active.

Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Virtual Tours & Videos

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Resident interviews at our senior living facilities

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Cost guide to senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions from families.
What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

Cost guide to senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more.

Check out our cost guide.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Virtual Tours & Videos

Check out our photo album

Check out our virtual tours

Check out our home videos

Resident interviews at our senior living facilities

Check out our resident interviews

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