Valley Lakes
Valley Lakes, located in Valley, NE, is a senior living community by Dial Senior Living offering quality independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, accommodations, and amenities. Their assisted living option offers residents the same level of independence as that of their independent living option, but with additional assistance anytime they may need support for tasks or activities. Their large apartment floor plans feature big spaces to move freely and independently, recognizing the residents individuality and choice.
They also offer a rich array of amenities from restaurant style dining, catering to the residents food choices and dietary needs, transportation services for outside appointments, and housekeeping and laundry services for convenience as well as keeping the environment clean and safe for everyone. Furthermore, their full calendar of activities promote physical, emotional, and social well being, as well as opportunities to build great relationships and memories.
About this community
Occupancy
Valley Lakes is administered by Joseph Braga.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2011 vs. Nebraska state average• Total deficiencies (75% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | NE Average | vs. NE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 13 | 52 | This facility has 75% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nebraska assisted living residence (13 vs. NE avg 52).↓ 75% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on March 21, 2023, found no deficiencies and confirmed full compliance with assisted-living licensure requirements.
- A January 29, 2018 complaint substantiated mold presence in an HVAC closet, but the facility corrected the issue and achieved compliance.
- The February 24, 2016 complaint investigation found seven deficiencies including medication errors, incomplete staff training, poor hand hygiene, and environmental safety hazards.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Valley Lakes
0.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Valley's city center to Valley Lakes's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around the area
Info below is compiled from the NE Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Valley Lakes | AL | Valley (Orchard Gardens Assisted Living & Retirement Community) | 64
Facility
64
NE AVG
82
Rank
#122 / 227 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
NE AVG
46
Rank
#249 / 296 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 87.5% | Joseph Braga | 9 | 5
Facility
5
NE AVG
7
Rank
#78 / 157 | 3
Facility
3
NE AVG
15
Rank
#64 / 157 | 13
Facility
13
NE AVG
52
Rank
#72 / 157 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#71 / 157 |
| St Joseph’s Hillside Villa | AL HOS NH RC SNF | West Point | 54
Facility
54
NE AVG
82
Rank
#148 / 227 | No |
66
Facility
66
NE AVG
46
Rank
#58 / 296 | - | 0 | Administrator Samuel Prokopec | 3 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 157 | 1
Facility
1
NE AVG
15
Rank
#29 / 157 | 2
Facility
2
NE AVG
52
Rank
#41 / 157 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#58 / 157 |
| Brookestone Gardens | AL IL NH SNF | Kearney | 54
Facility
54
NE AVG
82
Rank
#148 / 227 | No |
89
Facility
89
NE AVG
46
Rank
#1 / 296 | - | 0 | Administrator Andrew Wismer | 8 | 0
Facility
0
NE AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 157 | 1
Facility
1
NE AVG
15
Rank
#29 / 157 | 5
Facility
5
NE AVG
52
Rank
#60 / 157 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#55 / 157 |
| Tabitha Residence – Cove House | AL HC HOS IL MC NH RC SNF | Lincoln (Williamsburg Park Apartments) | 50
Facility
50
NE AVG
82
Rank
#154 / 227 | No |
61
Facility
61
NE AVG
46
Rank
#75 / 296 | - | 56.2% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Community Pride Care Center | AL HOS NH RC SNF | Battle Creek | 50
Facility
50
NE AVG
82
Rank
#154 / 227 | No |
33
Facility
33
NE AVG
46
Rank
#210 / 296 | - | 82.0% | Administrator Shelley Mcintosh | 15 | 6
Facility
6
NE AVG
7
Rank
#86 / 157 | 9
Facility
9
NE AVG
15
Rank
#100 / 157 | 52
Facility
52
NE AVG
52
Rank
#90 / 157 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
NE AVG
4.0
Rank
#99 / 157 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Lakes
What neighborhood is Valley Lakes in?
Valley Lakes is in the Orchard Gardens assisted Living & Retirement Community neighborhood of Valley.
Is Valley Lakes in a walkable area?
Valley Lakes has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Valley Lakes?
According to NE state health department records, Valley Lakes's license number is ALF288.
What is the occupancy rate at Valley Lakes?
Valley Lakes's occupancy is 88%.
Are pets allowed at Valley Lakes?
Yes, Valley Lakes allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Valley Lakes?
Joseph Braga is the administrator of Valley Lakes.
How many beds does Valley Lakes have?
Valley Lakes has 64 beds.
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