Good Shepherd Lutheran Community

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Independent Living & Assisted Living · Blair, NE

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community

Q: What neighborhood is Good Shepherd Lutheran Community in?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is in the Wright Street neighborhood of Blair.

Q: Who is the owner of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

The legal owner and operator of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is Blair Nf Operations, Llc.

Q: Is Good Shepherd Lutheran Community in a walkable area?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the license number of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

According to NE state health department records, Good Shepherd Lutheran Community's license number is ALF432.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community's occupancy is 67%.

Q: Who is the administrator of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

Serena Smith is the administrator of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community.

Q: How many beds does Good Shepherd Lutheran Community have?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community has 84 beds.

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing, Independent Living & Assisted Living · Blair, NE

2242 Wright St, Blair, NE 68008 View map

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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.

(402) 426-4663

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Nebraska state averages

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	25m per day	▼ 42% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	42m per day	■ Avg State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	2h 0m per day	▼ 28% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	2h 41m per day	▼ 26% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	1m per day	▼ 67% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	28m per day	▼ 3% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Good Shepherd Lutheran Community

Skilled Nursing Independent Living Assisted Living

84-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 26 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

67%

Lower than the Nebraska average: 70.3%

Occupied beds

56 / 84

Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

Facility TypeNursing Home

StatusActive

CountyWashington

License NumberALF432

Services

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Speech Therapy

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is legally operated by Blair Nf Operations, Llc, and administrated by Serena Smith.

Medicaid and Medicare

84 units

Total beds

84 units

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Fax(402) 426-4351

Minimum Age55

Specific ProgramsHUD Housing

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Since 2011 · 15 years of data 143 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nebraska state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2011 vs. Nebraska state average

Overall vs. NE average

Latest Inspection April 3, 2025

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	NE Average	vs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	143	52	This facility has 175% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska nursing home (143 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 175% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2011.	9.5	3.5	This facility has 171% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska nursing home (9.5 vs. NE avg 3.5).↑ 171% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection of Good Shepherd Lutheran Home on April 3, 2025, reported no deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally confirmed compliance with licensure requirements and did not identify significant issues. Prior to this, the facility had a history of various deficiencies primarily related to fire safety code violations, care planning, medication management, and injury prevention. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated, though some substantiated cases involved failure to report abuse timely and incomplete investigations of resident falls. The inspection record shows improvement over time, with recent reports indicating resolution of earlier cited deficiencies and no enforcement actions listed in the available reports.

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Long-stay resident measures

Average Nebraska avg: 2.8

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days 2.67

48% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.80

ED visits per 1,000 days 5.77

196% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.95

Short-stay resident measures

Average Nebraska avg: 2.2

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 21.3%

In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.9%

Emergency department visits 9.3%

20% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 11.6%

Falls with major injury 3.9%

400% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.8%

Successful return to home or community 45.1%

11% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 50.6%

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

1.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Blair's city center to Good Shepherd Lutheran Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
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Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is located in Blair, 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

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.

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).

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).

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).

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

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)

What neighborhood is Good Shepherd Lutheran Community in?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is in the Wright Street neighborhood of Blair.

Who is the owner of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

The legal owner and operator of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is Blair Nf Operations, Llc.

Is Good Shepherd Lutheran Community in a walkable area?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

According to NE state health department records, Good Shepherd Lutheran Community's license number is ALF432.

What is the occupancy rate at Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

Serena Smith is the administrator of Good Shepherd Lutheran Community.

How many beds does Good Shepherd Lutheran Community have?

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community has 84 beds.

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