Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (55% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 29 days.
Highland Park Care Center is a skilled nursing facility in Alliance, Nebraska, with 60 beds. The facility is owned by Terri Myers and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. It currently has an occupancy rate of 88%, with most residents staying an average of 144 days. Daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident.
The home offers short-term rehabilitation and sub-acute care alongside longer-term skilled nursing. Residents can access services including occupational, physical, and speech therapy; outpatient therapy; respite care; adult day care; and hospice. Memory care is available for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Spiritual support is provided through pastoral services and chapel programs.
Recent licensing inspections confirmed renewal with no deficiencies or complaints. Earlier inspections identified findings related to fall prevention, care planning, infection control, food service sanitation, and oxygen safety. Complaint investigations did not substantiate allegations regarding injury prevention and antibiotic practices.
The facility also has private and companion rooms with deluxe options. Physician visits are scheduled regularly, and transportation is available. Amenities include wireless technology, a beauty and barber shop, meals with flexible dining times, and activities that support daily life. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 52, so some errands are within walking distance.
Highland Park Care Center is administered by Administrator Alice Smith.
In Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health conducts regular inspections to ensure nursing and assisted living facilities meet state and federal standards.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 87 | 52 | This facility has 67% more total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (87 vs. NE avg 52).↑ 67% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 5.8 | 3.5 | This facility has 66% more deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (5.8 vs. NE avg 3.5).↑ 66% worse |
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
State average N/A
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
873 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 35 | 0 | 35 | 11,505 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,467 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,504 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,748 | 91 | 99% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,080 | 91 | 99% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 878 | 64 | 70% | 8.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 503 | 62 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 502 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 53 | 58% | 8.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 337 | 50 | 54% | 6.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 300 | 41 | 45% | 7.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 35 | 40 | 43% | 0.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 16 | 17% | 1.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 26 | 28% | 0.3 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
21% of new residents, often for short stays.
25% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Highland Park Care Center from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (55% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 29 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Alliance's city center to Highland Park Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.
| Brookestone of Papillion | NH SNF | Papillion | - | 110 | - | 35 | - |
| Brookestone Acres | NH SNF | Columbus | - | 80 | - | 70 | - |
| Brookestone Meadows Rehabilitation and | NH HC HOS IL SNF | Plaza Elkhorn (Elkhorn) | - | 140 | - | 6 | - |
| St Joseph’s Hillside Villa | NH AL HOS RC SNF | West Point | - | 54 | - | 66 | - |
| Highland Park Care Center | NH ADC MC RC SNF | Sweetwater Alliance | - | 60 | - | 52 | - |
Highland Park Care Center is legally operated by Vsl Alliance, LLC, and administered by Administrator Alice Smith.
Highland Park Care Center has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Highland Park Care Center's occupancy is 88%.
No, Highland Park Care Center has a no-pet policy.
Highland Park Care Center is registered as a non-profit in NE.
Administrator Alice Smith is the administrator of Highland Park Care Center.
Highland Park Care Center has 60 beds.
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