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Mt Carmel Home Keens Memorial in Kearney, NE

Mt Carmel Home Keens Memorial is an assisted living community in Kearney, NE.

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412 W 18th St, Kearney, NE 68845

To contact a resident: (308) 237-2287

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 70 reviews
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Overall Review of Mt Carmel Home Keens Memorial

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Caring, family-like staff

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring and supportive.

Across many reviews, people say the staff treat residents like family—respectful, kind, and genuinely helpful. Families also mention feeling comfortable after visiting because they trust the care their loved ones receive. A few reviewers add that administrative staff are helpful, reinforcing that support extends beyond direct caregiving.

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Welcoming feel and cleanliness

Reviews describe a welcoming atmosphere along with a clean environment.

Several reviewers describe an overall welcoming experience when they arrive, including feeling happy or comfortable in the setting. Multiple comments also highlight cleanliness and a tidy facility, including one review that explicitly calls it clean. One contrasting review calls the place dirty, suggesting cleanliness can be inconsistent depending on timing or circumstances.

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Activities and community involvement

Residents benefit from a steady mix of activities and interaction.

Reviews describe varied activities that help residents enjoy their time, not just passively sit. Families also mention the activity room and community events being updated, along with residents engaging in day-to-day programs. One recurring point is interaction between residents and children, which several reviewers present as a meaningful part of life there.

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Rehab and physical therapy

Rehabilitation and therapy get specific, positive mentions from families.

Some reviews focus on recovery after injuries or medical issues and describe the care and treatment they received during rehab. Physical therapy is mentioned directly as being a strong part of the experience, with one reviewer describing frequent sessions. Together, these comments point to rehab support as a meaningful part of the service experience for residents

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Concerns about experience and leadership

A small number of reviews raise concerns about staff experience and leadership.

While most reviews are positive, a few are sharply critical, describing the organization as mismanaged and staff as rude. Another review also says staff are friendly but could use more experience, framing it as an area to improve rather than a lack of care entirely. These comments suggest that quality may vary across situations or shifts.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Kearney, Nebraska offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle in a welcoming community. With Union Pacific transportation nearby, accessibility is not an issue. There are numerous dining options including Long John Silver's, Belen Bakery, and Alley Rose catering to various tastes. Parks like Centennial Park and Union Pacific State Recreation Area provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Medical care is easily accessible with several physicians' offices and pharmacies in close proximity. Places of worship such as Mission 87 and Prince Of Peace Catholic Church offer spiritual support, while nearby hospitals like Good Samaritan Hospital ensure quality healthcare services. Overall, this area provides a mix of convenience, comfort, and community well-suited for senior living.

Transportation

  • Union Pacific (0.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Long John Silver's (0.4 miles)
  • Belen Bakery (0.4 miles)
  • Alley Rose (0.4 miles)
  • Thunderhead Brewing (0.5 miles)
  • Sakuro Teriyaki House (0.5 miles)
  • Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (0.6 miles)
  • Burger King (0.7 miles)

Parks

  • Kearny Recreation Supt (0.4 miles)
  • Centennial Park (0.5 miles)
  • Union Pacific State Recreation Area (0.6 miles)
  • Collins Park (0.7 miles)
  • Child Development Center Playground (0.8 miles)
  • Nina Hammer Park (1.1 miles)
  • Yanney Heritage Park (1.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Spine & Orthopedic Surgery Associates (0.4 miles)
  • White s Advanced Hearing (0.5 miles)
  • Contemporary Obstetrics & Gynecology PC (0.6 miles)
  • Family Practice Associates PC (1 miles)
  • Chi Health Nebraska Heart (1 miles)
  • Wright Orthopaedic Surgery (1.1 miles)
  • Nebraska Neurosurgery & Spine (1.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Tex's Cafe (0.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Platte Valley Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • ABC Drug & Gift (0.5 miles)
  • Abc Drug & Gifts (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
  • Medicap Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • U Save Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Health Mart Pharmacy (1.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Mission 87 (0.7 miles)
  • Christian Student Fellowship (0.8 miles)
  • The Table Church (1.2 miles)
  • Prince Of Peace Catholic Church (1.3 miles)
  • St James Catholic Church (1.5 miles)
  • Kearney E Free Men's Ministries (1.6 miles)
  • Gateway District United Methodist Church (1.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Catholic Health Initiatives (1.1 miles)
  • Good Samaritan Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • CHI Health Good Samaritan Childbirth Education (1.1 miles)
  • Good Samaritan Hospital - CHI Health (1.1 miles)
  • St Johns (1.3 miles)
  • Good Samaritan Hospital (1.9 miles)

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