The Heritage at Sterling Ridge

Assisted Living in Omaha

Overview of The Heritage at Sterling Ridge

With the full spectrum of services available at The Heritage at Sterling Ridge, seniors of the Omaha, Nebraska area need not worry about what’s needed at the moment, and what may be needed in the future. Offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care for elderly individuals who want more freedom in their golden years, or more assistance in the day-to-day, especially those with memory loss challenges, The Heritage’s continuum of care is ready to take on these challenges while providing exceptional, individualized care.

A fully licensed and certified team of nurses, caregivers, and aides compassionately support residents with housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and personal care including bathing, grooming, and medical management for a comprehensive assistance program. Fun-filled activities and cozy amenities, meanwhile, ensure that living is not just surviving, at The Heritage. Recreational options like an on-site movie theater, salon/barbershop services, fitness and educational classes to stimulate the mind, and body, and community events for socialization, make retirement here a holistic and fulfilling experience.

(402) 281-0472
Bed community size
135-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
11 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 32 / 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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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
60%
Lower than the Nebraska average: 70.3%
Occupied beds
81 / 135
Average residents 54 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facilities
StatusActive
CountyDouglas
License NumberALF358

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Heritage at Sterling Ridge is administrated by Ashley Hinrichs.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactFarhan Khan, Founder/CEO/Owner

Contact Information

Fax(402) 933-0434

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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.

7 visits/inspections Info 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.

Latest inspection

Date July 8, 2024

3 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Nebraska average: 52 deficiencies

0.4 deficiencies per inspection

Nebraska average: 4.0 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for The Heritage at Sterling Ridge

The most recent inspection on July 8, 2024, found deficiencies related to resident health and safety, resulting in a $1,000 fine and a prohibition on admitting new residents until compliance is demonstrated. Earlier inspections showed mostly compliance with licensing requirements and no deficiencies, though complaint investigations in 2019 cited issues with medication administration, staff hiring practices, and documentation. Prior complaints were generally unsubstantiated, and no enforcement actions such as license suspensions or warnings were listed in the available reports. The main themes of deficiencies involved medication management and resident care oversight. The record indicates some recent challenges following a period of compliance, suggesting a need for corrective action.

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nebraska

The Heritage at Sterling Ridge is located in Omaha, 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%)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Nebraska SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Nebraska resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
NE

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
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

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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Address 13.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Omaha's city center to The Heritage at Sterling Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.95 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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