Best Nursing Homes in Bellevue, NE

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Bellevue, NE using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NE
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Overview of Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages

Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages offers independent living and nursing home care with skilled nursing in Papillion, NE. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The range of care may suit a person whose needs could change over time.

The community has 186 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay uses personal funds.

Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Adult day services and in-home care are also among the community’s named programs, extending support to daytime services and care delivered in a person’s residence.

A salon gives residents an on-site place for personal grooming, while the pool provides an option for swimming without leaving the community. Shyann Walker serves as administrator, and SNF/NF Distinct operates Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages.

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Overview of Hillcrest Shadow Lake

Hillcrest Shadow Lake is a nursing home that offers an inviting atmosphere so that residents can be comfortable and feel a sense of belonging in their new home. Awarded the Best Nursing Home by U.S. News and World Report, residents can trust the high-end quality of care in a nurturing environment. The senior care home is composed of a professional care staff who brings not only excellence to the recovery of every seniors

Hillcrest is an excellent community with a proven exemplary resident-centered community where seniors can thrive while living a lovely life. A senior living community that aims to let its residents live a worry-free lifestyle, they ensure they can do many daily activities; services include medication management, bathing, dressing, housekeeping, and specialized programs.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
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Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Bellevue, NE

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Nebraska Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Bellevue, NE. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, 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 nursing homes in Bellevue, 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.

Nursing Homes in Bellevue at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Bellevue, NE. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 4.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Bellevue, NE. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Bellevue, NE. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5