Nye Legacy
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Fremont, NE

Overview of Nye Legacy

Situated in Fremont, Nebraska, Nye Legacy offers top-notch services, including short-term rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, skilled care, and aquatic therapy. With a dedicated team offering a personalized approach, residents experience exceptional care. The facility boasts Medicare-certified services and state-of-the-art rehabilitation, earning recognition through various awards and accolades. 

The highly qualified healthcare professionals, coupled with a cutting-edge 90° hydrotherapy pool, make Nye Legacy a haven for those with work-related injuries, providing a tailored home exercise program to aid recovery and alleviate pain. Achieving a healthy lifestyle is made possible with their around-the-clock care, ensuring residents have the support they need. Social activities abound, creating a vibrant and engaging environment where the Nye Legacy team truly makes a positive impact.

(402) 721-9300

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Nebraska state averages

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 1h 6m per day ▲ 53% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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. 38m per day ▼ 12% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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 53m per day ▲ 4% State avg: 2h 46m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info 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. 3h 58m per day ▲ 10% State avg: 3h 37m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 5m per day ▲ 67% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info 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. 51m per day ▲ 76% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at Nye Legacy

Skilled Nursing
Years in operation
18 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Leadership

ContactKirk Sweeney, Executive Director

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Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Nebraska avg: 2.8 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.36
87% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.80

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.75
41% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 1.95

Short-stay resident measures
Average Nebraska avg: 2.2 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 23.1%
11% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 20.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 16.6%
43% worse than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 11.6%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.7%
In line with Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 62.0%
15% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 56.3%
11% better than Nebraska average

Nebraska average: 50.6%

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fremont's city center to Nye Legacy's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.54 miles to nearest hospital (Hy-Vee Pharmacy)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Nebraska

Nye Legacy is located in Fremont, 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)

Compare Nursing Home around Fremont

The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

2 facilities compared · CMS & NE Dept. of Health data

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Nye Legacy Health & Rehabilitation Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Fremont100 80.0% +14%4.55 -27%+2%$0134.3-86- 87 -$22.0M$6.6M30.2%285278
Nye Pointe
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Fremont (Laverna Street)43 91.2% +30%3.95 +39%-11%$082.7-38A+ 36 Russell Peterson$7.3M$2.2M29.5%285235

Frequently Asked Questions about Nye Legacy

What neighborhood is Nye Legacy in?

Nye Legacy is in the North Clarkson Street neighborhood of Fremont.

Is Nye Legacy in a walkable area?

Nye Legacy 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 phone number of Nye Legacy?

(402) 721-9300 will put you in contact with the team at Nye Legacy.

Is Nye Legacy Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Nye Legacy is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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