Good Samaritan Society – Wood River
Memory Care · Kearney, NE

Good Samaritan Society – Wood River

Memory Care · Kearney, NE

Overview of Good Samaritan Society – Wood River

Good Samaritan Society – Wood River is a distinguished assisted living community in the heart of Wood River, Nebraska, specializing in Nursing Home services. Amidst this well-connected environment, Good Samaritan Society stands as a beacon of compassionate care and dedicated service for the senior residents of Wood River and its surrounding communities.

This community conveniently connects to various local amenities, including churches, retail establishments, and healthcare facilities. With a remarkable twelve churches within a four-mile radius and ten pharmacies within one mile, residents have access to essential resources. Moreover, the esteemed St. Francis Medical Center is a mere 13.79 miles away, ensuring prompt medical assistance.

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Types of Care at Good Samaritan Society – Wood River

Memory Care
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Walk Score: 5 / 100 Rank #282 / 298Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 282nd out of 298 homes in Nebraska. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Nebraska SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 27.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wood River's city center to Good Samaritan Society – Wood River's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 12.13 miles to nearest hospital (Grand Island Regional Medical Center)

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Memory Care in Nebraska

Good Samaritan Society – Wood River is located in Wood River, 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.

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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.
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Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

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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).
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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).
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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 Good Samaritan Society – Wood River

What neighborhood is Good Samaritan Society – Wood River in?

Good Samaritan Society – Wood River is in the East Street neighborhood.

Is Good Samaritan Society – Wood River in a walkable area?

Good Samaritan Society – Wood River has a walk score of 5. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the phone number of Good Samaritan Society – Wood River?

(888) 989-7961 will put you in contact with the team at Good Samaritan Society – Wood River.

Is Good Samaritan Society – Wood River Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Good Samaritan Society – Wood River is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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