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Best Independent Living in Blair, NE

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 independent living communities in Blair, NE using NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in NE
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Jordan Weiss, PhD
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We analyzed These are the facilities in Blair, NE our team has analyzed — not a count of every independent living provider in Blair, NE.
2 homes
Other senior care options in Blair:
Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes

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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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.
Good Shepherd Lutheran Home
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Blair
84
Facility 84
NE AVG 83
Rank #23 / 58
Yes
78
Facility 78
NE AVG 46
Rank #8 / 87
-
78.7%
Facility 78.7%
NE AVG 74.1%
Rank #21 / 39
Serena SmithBlair Nf Operations, LLC-----
Good Shepherd Lutheran Community
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Blair
84
Facility 84
NE AVG 83
Rank #23 / 58
Yes
26
Facility 26
NE AVG 46
Rank #68 / 87
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NE AVG 74.1%
Rank #27 / 39
Serena SmithBlair Nf Operations, LLC36
22
Facility 22
NE AVG 7
Rank #49 / 50
17
Facility 17
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 50
143
Facility 143
NE AVG 52
Rank #49 / 50
4.0
Facility 4.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #40 / 50

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other NE independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Blair. See how we rank facilities

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Community

2242 Wright St, Blair, NE 68008
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Overview of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community

Nestled in the heart of Blair, NE, Good Shepherd Lutheran Community offers a continuum of care tailored to the needs of seniors. Specializing in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living services, the community provides private and semi-private accommodations, including a secured memory support unit. With a commitment to serving the elderly and those in need, its thoughtfully designed facilities ensure comfort and dignity for every resident.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community prides itself on creating a warm and engaging atmosphere, where residents enjoy home-cooked meals, enriching activities, and access to spiritual care. The team is dedicated to fostering connections through social events, exercise programs, and serene outdoor spaces. Rooted in compassion and respect, this community embodies a mission of enhancing life with dignity and grace in a Christ-centered environment.

Phone: (402) 426-4663

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Home

2242 Wright Street, Blair, NE 68008
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Overview of Good Shepherd Lutheran Home

Good Shepherd Lutheran Home offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, respite care and skilled nursing in Blair, NE. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care focuses on comfort, and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The combination of independent living, assisted living, nursing home and skilled nursing may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time. The home has 84 beds and opened in 1948. Serena Smith is the administrator, and Blair Nf Operations operates the community.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid can provide a payment route for an eligible resident whose savings may not cover a long stay. Total nurse staffing is 3h 44m per resident per day, representing the total daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident.

Rehabilitation services and short term rehab are available. The community also has a salon, allows pets, and serves meals prepared by Good Shepherd in the assisted living dining and gathering room. A Walk Score of 78 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, pharmacies or cafes independently.

Phone: (402) 426-4663

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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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Data source Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
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Independent Living in Blair at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 52/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Blair, 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: 84The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Blair, NE. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Blair, NE

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 2 independent living communities in Blair, NE. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Blair, NE?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Blair, NE, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Blair, NE?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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