Best Nursing Homes in Grand Island, NE

Updated May 2026

We analyzed 14 homes in Grand Island, NE

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

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Grand Island, Nebraska: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

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Tabitha at Prairie Commons	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Grand Island	36 Facility 36 NE AVG 79 Rank #112 / 124	27.2% Facility 27.2% NE AVG 70.3% Rank #117 / 122	-61%	5.72 Facility 5.72 NE AVG 4.45 Rank #7 / 117	+15%	+28%	$15.8k Facility $15.8k NE AVG $38.1k Rank #100 / 122	15 Facility 15 NE AVG 18.2 Rank #53 / 122	5.0 Facility 5.0 NE AVG 4.2 Rank #91 / 122	1 Facility 1 NE AVG 0.7	20	14 Facility 14 NE AVG 48 Rank #114 / 124	Tabitha Grand Island, Inc.	$5.0M Facility $5.0M NE AVG $7.6M Rank #79 / 120	$2.7M Facility $2.7M NE AVG $3.5M Rank #86 / 120	52.9% Facility 52.9% NE AVG 49.4% Rank #81 / 120	285307
Good Samaritan Society – Grand Island Village	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Grand Island	89 Facility 89 NE AVG 79 Rank #33 / 124	71.2% Facility 71.2% NE AVG 70.3% Rank #74 / 122	+1%	3.45 Facility 3.45 NE AVG 4.45 Rank #104 / 117	-31%	-23%	$15.4k Facility $15.4k NE AVG $38.1k Rank #98 / 122	23 Facility 23 NE AVG 18.2 Rank #87 / 122	3.3 Facility 3.3 NE AVG 4.2 Rank #34 / 122	2 Facility 2 NE AVG 0.7	51	2 Facility 2 NE AVG 48 Rank #120 / 124	Steven Husen	$11.0M Facility $11.0M NE AVG $7.6M Rank #24 / 120	$5.0M Facility $5.0M NE AVG $3.5M Rank #36 / 120	45.3% Facility 45.3% NE AVG 49.4% Rank #103 / 120	285285
Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lakeview	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Grand Island	95 Facility 95 NE AVG 79 Rank #32 / 124	57.9% Facility 57.9% NE AVG 70.3% Rank #96 / 122	-18%	3.39 Facility 3.39 NE AVG 4.45 Rank #104 / 117	-34%	-24%	$13.0k Facility $13.0k NE AVG $38.1k Rank #92 / 122	25 Facility 25 NE AVG 18.2 Rank #92 / 122	6.3 Facility 6.3 NE AVG 4.2 Rank #107 / 122	- Facility - NE AVG 0.7	55	0 Facility 0 NE AVG 48 Rank #122 / 124	Grand Island Lakeview Operations LLC	$8.7M Facility $8.7M NE AVG $7.6M Rank #38 / 120	$5.0M Facility $5.0M NE AVG $3.5M Rank #35 / 120	57.2% Facility 57.2% NE AVG 49.4% Rank #66 / 120	285106
Tiffany Square	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Grand Island	103 Facility 103 NE AVG 79 Rank #28 / 124	72.4% Facility 72.4% NE AVG 70.3% Rank #71 / 122	+3%	4.29 Facility 4.29 NE AVG 4.45 Rank #55 / 117	-45%	-4%	$0 Facility $0 NE AVG $38.1k Rank #1 / 122	20 Facility 20 NE AVG 18.2 Rank #75 / 122	4.0 Facility 4.0 NE AVG 4.2 Rank #50 / 122	- Facility - NE AVG 0.7	79	0 Facility 0 NE AVG 48 Rank #122 / 124	Richard Fruehling	$10.6M Facility $10.6M NE AVG $7.6M Rank #27 / 120	$6.6M Facility $6.6M NE AVG $3.5M Rank #18 / 120	62.8% Facility 62.8% NE AVG 49.4% Rank #45 / 120	285087
CHI Health St. Francis	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Grand Island (West Faidley Avenue)	36 Facility 36 NE AVG 79 Rank #112 / 124	50.0% Facility 50.0% NE AVG 70.3% Rank #21 / 122	-29%	6.87 Facility 6.87 NE AVG 4.45 Rank #1 / 117	+272%	+54%	$0 Facility $0 NE AVG $38.1k Rank #1 / 122	7 Facility 7 NE AVG 18.2 Rank #12 / 122	2.3 Facility 2.3 NE AVG 4.2 Rank #12 / 122	- Facility - NE AVG 0.7	15	47 Facility 47 NE AVG 48 Rank #65 / 124	-	- Facility - NE AVG $7.6M	- Facility - NE AVG $3.5M	- Facility - NE AVG 49.4%	285081
The Cedars at Broadwell	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Grand Island	76 Facility 76 NE AVG 79 Rank #43 / 124	81.6% Facility 81.6% NE AVG 70.3% Rank #48 / 122	+16%	3.26 Facility 3.26 NE AVG 4.45 Rank #109 / 117	+47%	-27%	$16.8k Facility $16.8k NE AVG $38.1k Rank #101 / 122	32 Facility 32 NE AVG 18.2 Rank #106 / 122	6.4 Facility 6.4 NE AVG 4.2 Rank #110 / 122	1 Facility 1 NE AVG 0.7	58	0 Facility 0 NE AVG 48 Rank #122 / 124	Danielle Muir	$2.8M Facility $2.8M NE AVG $7.6M Rank #113 / 120	$1.7M Facility $1.7M NE AVG $3.5M Rank #112 / 120	58.5% Facility 58.5% NE AVG 49.4% Rank #63 / 120	285221

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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.

CMS data
5 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

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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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 14 nursing homes in Grand Island, NE. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Grand Island, 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 Grand Island, 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 Grand Island, 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.

Best Nursing Homes in Grand Island, NE

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Good Samaritan Society – Grand Island Village

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Tabitha at Prairie Commons Assisted Living and Me

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The Cedars at Broadwell

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Country House at Grand Island

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