At Brookside Rehabilitation Center, the monthly costs for various room types reflect both the quality of care and accommodations provided. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $5,040, which is notably higher than the Lancaster County average of $4,923 and the state average of $4,123. Private rooms at Brookside are priced at $5,670; this exceeds both local and statewide benchmarks, with Lancaster County averaging $5,238 and Nebraska's overall average at $4,615. Additionally, studio accommodations also carry a price tag of $5,670 at Brookside - again surpassing county averages of $4,599 and state averages of $3,728. These figures suggest that while Brookside may be positioned at a premium within its market context, it likely reflects superior amenities and specialized care tailored to its residents' needs.
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Brookside Rehabilitation Center
Lancaster County
Nebraska
Semi-Private
$5,040
$4,923
$4,123
Private
$5,670
$5,238
$4,615
Studio
$5,670
$4,599
$3,728
Overall Review of Brookside Rehabilitation Center
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Care and communication concerns
Several residents describe missed or inconsistent care details.
A recurring concern in reviews is that residents donât receive consistent basic care, with complaints ranging from delayed help to missed hygiene needs. Some residents or families also describe limited communication, including trouble getting through on the phone or not receiving updates they expected. There are also accounts of problems that families say were not addressed promptly, such as wound care timing and medication or call-light response.
caveat13 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odor complaints
Reviews frequently mention cleanliness issues and unpleasant odors.
Multiple reviews describe the building as dirty, outdated, or unsanitary, with some mentioning strong urine-related odors and visible stains. Others describe hygiene failures like soiled diapers left in place for hours or infrequent bathing. While a smaller set of reviews praise cleanliness and mention no urine smell, the negative cleanliness themes are prominent across many accounts.
caveat12 reviews mention this
Food quality and meal timing
Food complaints center on cold meals and unreliable delivery.
Several reviewers say meals were served cold or not delivered at the times they expected. Some describe receiving less than planned on a diet plan, while others point to food quality issues like seasoning problems. A few positive reviews mention enjoying specific food, but overall the food-related complaints show up repeatedly.
common12 reviews mention this
Therapy and nurse aide support
Residents and visitors often describe caring therapy and support staff.
Many positive reviews highlight rehabilitation therapy and the people working directly with patients, including physical and occupational therapy. Several mention nurse aides and nurses as friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, and a few describe noticeable improvement after a short stay. Some reviewers also describe the facility as clean and the staff as responsive when issues were raised, particularly through management.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Memory care supervision worries
Memory care reviews raise concerns about supervision and basic safeguards.
A pair of reviews specifically reference the memory care experience, including call-light response concerns and staff practices that families say were not followed. These accounts also mention cleanliness and hygiene issues alongside medication or care worries. Other reviews are more general and do not focus on memory care in the same way.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Pricing runs above area benchmarks
Pricing is positioned above county and state benchmarks for multiple unit types.
The published price ranges place the community above local and state benchmarks for several unit types. For families comparing options on a like-for-like basis, this can translate to higher monthly costs depending on the room type they choose. Reviews include both strong praise and serious complaints, so cost may be a deciding factor for residents evaluating risk versus value.
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Features
Types of Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Private
Transportation
Lincoln Municipal (8 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Nebraska Ltc Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
Walgreens (1.8 miles)
Pharmacy Specialty Services (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
Physicians
Edgewood Family Physicians (0.4 miles)
Elizabeth Park South Radiology (1.1 miles)
Women's Health Care Center of Williamsburg (1.3 miles)
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Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Private
Lincoln Municipal (8 miles away)
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