Westgate Assisted Living offers competitive pricing compared to both Douglas County and Nebraska as a whole. For a studio, the monthly cost at Westgate is $3,277, which is notably lower than the county's average of $3,611 and significantly less than the state's average of $3,728. The one-bedroom option at Westgate is priced at $4,369, which exceeds the Douglas County average of $2,803 and the state average of $3,167, reflecting perhaps enhanced amenities or services offered. Meanwhile, for those seeking more spacious accommodations with two bedrooms, Westgate's rate of $5,783 stands in contrast to both Douglas County's $3,202 and Nebraska's average of $3,627. This price structure suggests that while Westgate provides appealing options for studios that fall below regional averages, its larger living arrangements may command a premium reflective of quality care and environment.
Floor plans
Westgate Assisted Living
Douglas County
Nebraska
Studio
$3,277
$3,611
$3,728
1 Bedroom
$4,369
$2,803
$3,167
2 Bedrooms
$5,783
$3,202
$3,627
Overall Review of Westgate Assisted Living
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Staff kindness is a consistent theme
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, patient, and responsive.
Across the reviews, people consistently point to staff friendliness and helpfulness during everyday interactions, visits, and care situations. Several mention specific ways staff supported comfort and day-to-day needs, including patience during difficult transitions and follow-through on questions. Even when reviewers had concerns, they often still described staff as cooperative and engaged in interactions with residents and family members.
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Dining earns strong reactions
Food and dining service are frequently praised by residents and visitors.
Many reviewers describe the food as delicious, varied, and satisfying, with some comparing it to restaurant-style meals. Residents and families also mention the dining room as a comfortable place to eat and socialize, and several note that meals are offered with options for different dietary needs. A few reviews focus on dining logistics or appetite support, suggesting that dining experience is generally a high point, even when care details vary.
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Activities and outings keep residents engaged
Residents are described as staying active with outings and scheduled programs.
Reviews frequently mention activities that go beyond the basics, including outings and community events. Several residents are described as enjoying day trips and entertainment, and a number of reviewers specifically highlight music and group gatherings. The community also lists a wide range of scheduled programming, which aligns with the way reviewers talk about a steady rhythm of things to do.
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Assisted living focuses on added support
Care reviews emphasize help with daily living and medication management support.
Multiple reviews describe staff support with personal care and daily assistance, especially as needs changed over time. Medication management is called out in residents’ experiences, including help to ensure medications are taken as directed. This fits the community’s assisted living service approach that includes supervision and medication-related support alongside help with activities of daily living.
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Memory care availability is limited
Reviewers note the community does not operate as a dedicated memory care unit.
Some families mention that memory care was not available as a dedicated unit during their evaluation. In those cases, reviewers describe adjusting to assisted living while still getting support for memory-related challenges. If memory care is a requirement, these reviews suggest confirming fit and care level before choosing.
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Pricing is a mixed message
Reviews describe both reasonable pricing and at least one experience with unexpectedly high costs.
Some reviewers call the cost reasonable or preferable to other care settings, while others describe pricing as expensive. A couple of reviews mention additional charges for extra care and concerns about whether paid services were delivered as expected. Because pricing ranges across apartment types are tightly clustered, families may want to review what care add-ons would look like for their situation.
How we summarize
We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
22 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Home sale assistance
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Private cleaning services
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Security gate
TV room
VA Benefits Consultation
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Eppley Airfield (9 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
International cuisine
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Low fat
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Cooking club
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Other religious services
Religious services
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Omaha, Nebraska, offers convenient access to a variety of healthcare providers such as allergy and asthma specialists, family medicine practices, hospitals, and pharmacies within close proximity. In terms of dining options, there are a range of restaurants including fast food chains like McDonald's and Chick-Fil-A, as well as local favorites like Voodoo Taco and Casual Pint. Additionally, there are cafes such as Panera Bread and Starbucks for those looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy a cup of coffee. For outdoor enthusiasts, several parks nearby provide opportunities for leisurely strolls and picnics. Overall, this neighborhood offers a blend of medical services, dining options, and recreational spaces that could cater to the needs of seniors looking for a well-rounded community in which to reside.
Westgate Assisted Living offers competitive pricing compared to both Douglas County and Nebraska as a whole. For a studio, the monthly cost at Westgate is $3,277, which is notably lower than the county's average of $3,611 and significantly less than the state's average of $3,728. The one-bedroom option at Westgate is priced at $4,369, which exceeds the Douglas County average of $2,803 and the state average of $3,167, reflecting perhaps enhanced amenities or services offered. Meanwhile, for those seeking more spacious accommodations with two bedrooms, Westgate's rate of $5,783 stands in contrast to both Douglas County's $3,202 and Nebraska's average of $3,627. This price structure suggests that while Westgate provides appealing options for studios that fall below regional averages, its larger living arrangements may command a premium reflective of quality care and environment.
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22 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Party space
Respite or short term stays offered
Security gate
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Eppley Airfield (9 miles away)
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Book club
Catholic services
Cooking club
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Wii bowling
Wine tasting
English
Friendly, attentive staff in a welcoming, well-maintained environment with engaging activities and spacious common areas.
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