Kearney County Health Services
Independent Living & Nursing Care · Minden, NE

Kearney County Health Services

Independent Living & Nursing Care · Minden, NE

Overview of Kearney County Health Services

Situated in Kearney, Nebraska, Kearney County Health Services is a medical facility with a mission revolving around delivering exceptional, family-centered care that concurrently enhances the overall health and wellness of the community.

At Kearney County Health Services, their Senior Life Solutions program is a distinctive offering, an intensive outpatient group counseling initiative catering to adults aged 65 and above. This program is thoughtfully designed to address aging challenges, such as depression and anxiety, which can present unique hurdles for seniors. With a commitment to supporting the elderly population, Senior Life Solutions and Kearney County Health Services are dedicated partners on the journey to better well-being.

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Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #151 / 296Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st out of 296 homes in Nebraska for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Nebraska facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Nebraska that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Emergency Care
Iv Therapy & Treatments
Laboratory
Radiology & Imaging
Senior Life Solutions
Sleep Studies
Swing Bed
Wound Care
Specialty Clinics
Outpatient Surgical Services
Activities
Operating HoursMinden Medical Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM, Saturday 8AM-Noon. Emergency Department is open 24/7.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 65 Years Old

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 0.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Minden's city center to Kearney County Health Services's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.06 miles to nearest hospital (Kearney County Health Services)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Nebraska

Kearney County Health Services is located in Minden, Nebraska.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Nebraska.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $4,000 individual, higher than most states
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Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Age Caregiver of someone 60+
General Nebraska resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NE

Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)
General Nebraska resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL (e.g., bathing, dressing).
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL, individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $688,000, car).
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Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

Age 55+
General Nebraska resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $4,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
NE

Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nebraska resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NE

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Nebraska resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Kearney County Health Services

What neighborhood is Kearney County Health Services in?

Kearney County Health Services is in the East 1st Street neighborhood.

Is Kearney County Health Services in a walkable area?

Kearney County Health Services has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Kearney County Health Services?

No, Kearney County Health Services has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Kearney County Health Services?

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What is the address of Kearney County Health Services?

Kearney County Health Services is located at 727 E 1St St, Minden, NE 68959.

What is the phone number of Kearney County Health Services?

(308) 832-3400 will put you in contact with the team at Kearney County Health Services.

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