What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

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Heritage Pointe

16811 Burdette St, Omaha, NE 68116 View Map

Heritage Pointe is a Senior Living Home in Nebraska

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Overview of Heritage Pointe

Offering unmatched assisted living, memory care, and home health services, Heritage Pointe provides luxury and worry-free living for seniors in Omaha, NE. Residents at Heritage Pointe feel a strong sense of gratitude knowing that their needs are put first by the professional care staff, who ensure that individuals are genuinely seen and heard. With no hesitation, this community ensures a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its residents to feel a sense of belonging and family Heritage Pointe has carefully curated personalized care plans that focus on holistic growth. Residents of assisted living and memory care are eligible for apartments that include a kitchenette, cable television, wireless internet, walk-in closets, and utilities. Its home health unit offers nursing services, such as rehabilitative therapy, hospice care, palliative care, wound care, and pain management. Its memory care unit exclusively offers its Snapshots program that focuses on specialized memory care support for mild cognitive impairment.

949-364-9685 info@heritagepointe.com

Home Information Heritage Pointe

128-bed community

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

18+ years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 33 / 100

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

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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Facility & Licensing Details

Primary Contact Main representative or administrator responsible for the community, as listed in Nebraska licensing records. Carol Johnson, Executive Director
County County in Nebraska where the facility is located. DOUGLAS
Facility Type Indicates the state-regulated license category used in Nebraska (e.g., Residential Care Facility for the Elderly). ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES
License Number State-issued license number for this facility. ALF318
Administrator Name of the facility administrator. KRISTA WADDELL
Date Business Started The date the business reports it began operations. January 1, 2006
Services Green = included in base rate. Red = not included or additional fee.
Memory CareMedicaid Waiver

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16811 Burdette St, Omaha, NE 68116

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42.9%

80.50

4/5

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Heritage Pointe

Type of care: AL MC SL

Community: Omaha

Bed Count: 128

Pets Allowed: No

CCN: 155705

Occupancy: 65.0%

Home Revenue: $12,852,425.00

Payroll Costs: $5,515,100.00

Payroll %: 42.9%

Avg Residents/Day: 80.50

Overall Rating: 4/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.8766

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Bed Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Holiday Rolling Hills Ranch

Type of care: IL SL

Community: Omaha

Pets Allowed: Yes

Bed Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Type of care: AL IL MC SL

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Pets Allowed: No

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Type of care: AL IL RH

Community: Omaha

Bed Count: 79

Pets Allowed: Yes

Bed Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

The Heritage at Sterling Ridge

Type of care: AL SL

Community: Omaha

Bed Count: 135

Pets Allowed: No

Bed Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Official government program page

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
NE Specifics: Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.

Nebraska Respite Network

NE Respite Network

Official government program page

General: Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits: Not applicable.
NE Specifics: Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Services: 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

Official government program page

General: Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), 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).
NE Specifics: Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Services: 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)

Official government program page

General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Nebraska SCSEP

Official government program page

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
NE Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

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

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
NE Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.

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

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Nebraska Medicaid A&D Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
NE Specifics:
Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$60/day), home aides.

Official Program Page

NE Respite Network

Nebraska Respite Network

Requirements:

General:
Caregiver of someone 60+, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits:
No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits:
Not applicable.
NE Specifics:
Lifespan respite focus; limited funding.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$60/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).

Official Program Page

Nebraska Personal Assistance Services

Personal Assistance Services (PAS)

Requirements:

General:
Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus), 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).
NE Specifics:
Family can be paid caregivers; statewide via DHHS.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), limited homemaker services, respite (~200 hours/year).

Official Program Page

Nebraska PACE (Immanuel Pathways)

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

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, 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 Specifics:
Only in Douglas, Sarpy, parts of Cass/Pottawattamie/Washington Counties.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.

Official Program Page

Nebraska Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Nebraska SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-focused.
NE Specifics:
Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Official Program Page

Nebraska VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
NE Specifics:
High veteran demand in rural areas.