Occupancy rate
73%
Similar to the Nebraska average: 70.3%Ridgewood Senior Living
Assisted Living in Nebraska
Ridgewood Senior Living
Assisted Living in Nebraska
Overview of Ridgewood Senior Living
Seniors looking for premium care and services in the Bennington, Nebraska area will find a warm and welcoming community in Ridgewood Senior Living. As part of the Heritage Communities senior living brand, the compassionate and dedicated staff at Ridgewood encapsulate the belief of “Living Better”, providing above and beyond the bare minimum of care.
Upon establishing rapport with residents, programs are tailored to each individual to fit their needs and uniqueness, whether it be for independent living, assisted living, or memory care for those facing the challenges of conditions like Alzheimer’s or the different types of dementia. 24-hour assistance with daily living activities, personal care, and medical management empowers residents to focus on spending time on what fills them with joy and purpose in life. A safe, secure environment means that Ridgewood seniors can enjoy the privacy of bright and cozy living apartments, restaurant-quality dining, stimulating activities, socialization opportunities, and concierge transportation for a change of pace. Residents at Ridgewood have everything they need to experience the best from their golden years.
88-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
16 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the Nebraska average: 70.3%Occupied beds
64 / 88
Average residents
54 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyDouglas
License NumberALF331
Ridgewood Senior Living is legally operated by Gahc3 Bennington Ne Alf Trs Sub, Llc, and administrated by Sarah Gebhardt.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactAmy Wilkerson, Director
Fax(402) 884-7525
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Ridgewood Senior Living
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
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.
11 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
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Latest inspection
Date
May 18, 2023
Renewal6 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Nebraska average: 52 deficiencies
0.5 deficiencies per inspection
Nebraska average: 4.0 deficiencies per inspection
Inspection Report Summary for Ridgewood Senior Living
The most recent inspection on May 18, 2023, showed no deficiencies and confirmed the facility meets statutory requirements for licensure renewal as an assisted-living facility with an Alzheimer's memory care endorsement. Earlier inspections similarly found the facility in compliance with licensing standards and no substantiated complaints. Prior complaint investigations from 2018 and 2014 were unsubstantiated or found compliance in key areas, though isolated deficiencies were noted in housekeeping, staff orientation, and dietary practices in 2014. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates the facility has maintained compliance with regulatory requirements over time, with no recent issues reported.
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Assisted Living in Nebraska
Ridgewood Senior Living is located in Bennington, Nebraska.
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217 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bennington's city center to Ridgewood Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 7.22 miles to nearest hospital (Nebraska Spine + Pain Center)
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Penalties and fines
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
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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