Midwest Homestead Of Kearney
Assisted Living · Kearney, NE

Overview of Midwest Homestead of Kearney

Located In Kearney, Nebraska, Midwest Homestead of Kearney offers an extensive range of assisted living services, each thoughtfully designed to meet individual needs. The dedicated care providers associated with Midwest Homestead are available 24/7, ensuring crucial aid for daily living tasks, managing medications, and handling administrative duties.

A notable feature of Midwest Homestead of Kearney is its diverse living arrangements, allowing retired individuals to personalize their care level to their distinct preferences. This adaptable approach empowers seniors to uphold their autonomy while knowing that accessible support is available whenever required. As part of this framework, these assisted living residences offer a maintenance-free lifestyle, allowing older adults to enjoy the activities as they thoroughly enjoy their golden years. 

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Types of Care at Midwest Homestead Of Kearney

Assisted Living
Bed community size
44-bed community Rank #189 / 231Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 189th out of 231 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Nebraska SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 65 / 100 Rank #61 / 298Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
68%
Rank #127 / 194Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 127th out of 194 homes in Nebraska. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Nebraska average, with its Statewide rank out of 194. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
30 / 44
Average occupied beds in Nebraska homes 54 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyBuffalo
License NumberALF173

Ownership & Operating Entity

Midwest Homestead Of Kearney is administrated by Gwen Jacobitz.

Contact Information

Fax(308) 236-6663

Amenities & Lifestyle

Assistance With Daily Activities
Daily Home-Cooked Meals
Weekly Housekeeping And Linen Services
Interior And Exterior Maintenance
ActivitiesA range of social, educational, and recreational activities designed to promote interaction and engagement.
Specific ProgramsOverview, Visitation, Services & Amenities, Rates & Schedule a Tour

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDaily home-cooked meals prepared by the culinary team.

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Inspection History

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.

Since 2013 · 13 years of data 1 deficiency

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2013 vs. Nebraska state average
Overall vs. NE average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Nebraska average:
• Total deficiencies (98% below)
• Deficiencies per year (98% below)
Latest Inspection March 11, 2025 Renewal

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNE Averagevs. NE Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 152 This facility has 98% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (1 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 98% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2013. 0.14 This facility has 98% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (0.1 vs. NE avg 4).↓ 98% better

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

The most recent inspection on March 11, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections generally showed compliance with licensing requirements and no cited issues, except for a substantiated deficiency in December 2013 related to medication administration not following practitioner’s orders. Complaint investigations have been conducted, with most allegations found unsubstantiated, including a 2016 complaint where no violations were noted. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history suggests improvement since the medication administration issue was resolved and no recent deficiencies have been reported.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Midwest Homestead Of Kearney

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kearney's city center to Midwest Homestead Of Kearney's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.51 miles to nearest hospital (Strada Healthcare)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nebraska

Midwest Homestead Of Kearney is located in Kearney, 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
NE

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).
NE

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
NE

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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Midwest Homestead Of Kearney

What neighborhood is Midwest Homestead Of Kearney in?

Midwest Homestead Of Kearney is in the 6th Avenue neighborhood of Kearney.

Is Midwest Homestead Of Kearney in a walkable area?

Midwest Homestead Of Kearney has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Midwest Homestead Of Kearney?

According to NE state health department records, Midwest Homestead Of Kearney's license number is ALF173.

What is the occupancy rate at Midwest Homestead Of Kearney?

Midwest Homestead Of Kearney's occupancy is 68%.

Who is the administrator of Midwest Homestead Of Kearney?

Gwen Jacobitz is the administrator of Midwest Homestead Of Kearney.

How many beds does Midwest Homestead Of Kearney have?

Midwest Homestead Of Kearney has 44 beds.

Are there photos of Midwest Homestead Of Kearney?

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