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Life Care Center of Elkhorn

Life Care Center of Elkhorn is a nursing home community in Elkhorn, NE.

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Life Care Center of Elkhorn

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315 Hopper St, Elkhorn, NE 68022

To contact a resident: (402) 289-2572

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

3.9 from 122 reviews
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Overall Review of Life Care Center of Elkhorn

common 45 reviews mention this

Staff compassion stands out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring and compassionate.

Many reviewers say nurses, aides, therapists, and social work staff treat residents with respect and warmth, often highlighting how attentive and empathetic people are during difficult times. Several also describe specific staff members (including social work and front-desk) as helpful and easy to communicate with. A smaller set of reviews is much harsher, citing rudeness or poor treatment, but the dominant theme across reviews is that people feel genuinely cared for.

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Therapy supports progress

Therapy and rehabilitation are described as helping residents improve.

Reviews frequently mention physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy as a key part of the experience, with families describing measurable improvement and progress toward returning home or higher levels of independence. Some reviewers call the therapy team especially supportive, encouraging, and attentive to residents’ individual needs. A few critical reviews mention rehab concerns or unmet needs, but the larger pattern is that residents and families associate the facility with hands-on therapy that moves recovery along.

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Dining is a mix of views

Food quality is a frequent topic, with both praise and complaints.

Several reviewers say the food is good, with mentions of different choices and meals that felt appropriate or satisfying. Others describe problems such as meals served cold, missing food, or overall dissatisfaction with the dining experience. Taken together, dining comes up often enough that it seems to affect day-to-day satisfaction—positive for some residents and families, but negative for others.

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Call lights and staffing concerns

Some reviewers report slow response times and staffing limitations.

A recurring complaint is delays in responding to call lights or getting help in a timely way, including accounts of long waits for assistance and situations where residents did not receive care as quickly as expected. Some reviews also describe staffing as strained or understaffed, with references to temporary workers and high workload. Even among more positive comments, there are occasional mentions of being overworked or experiencing waits.

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Cleanliness divides reviews

Cleanliness is praised by many, but multiple reviews raise serious concerns.

Several reviewers specifically call out a clean, safe environment and say rooms, bathrooms, and common areas look well maintained. Others describe dirty rooms, dirty bathrooms, insects, or concerns about hygiene and odor, sometimes paired with claims that care needs were not handled appropriately. Because both perspectives appear in the review set, cleanliness seems to vary by experience and is important to consider carefully.

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Hospice support is part of care

Hospice-related care is mentioned in both positive and negative reviews.

Some reviews describe residents receiving hospice care with staff treating them well and maintaining dignity during that period. Other reviews mention hospice alongside concerns about communication between hospice and nursing, as well as conflicting information for families. Because hospice is discussed from both angles, how communication and coordination feel can be a deciding factor for some families.

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Hospice and social work communication

Social work and care coordination come up often in reviews.

Many reviewers thank social work for help connecting families to next steps and providing updates, especially during transitions after rehab or when planning the next level of care. A few reviews, however, say communication broke down—particularly when hospice and nursing processes did not align—leading to frustration for families. Overall, coordination is a noticeable part of what families remember most, for better or worse.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered

Transportation

  • Eppley Airfield (18 miles away) Eppley Airfield (18 miles away)

Care Services

  • Hospice care Hospice care

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Elkhorn, Nebraska offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With multiple pharmacies, physicians' offices, and hospitals nearby, residents have easy access to healthcare services. There are also several places of worship for spiritual support, as well as a variety of restaurants and cafes for dining options. Additionally, the area features parks and theaters for recreational activities, providing opportunities for social engagement and entertainment. Overall, this neighborhood in Elkhorn combines convenience, healthcare accessibility, and leisure options to create a comfortable and well-rounded living environment for seniors.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • U-Save Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • Family Fare Supermarkets (2.9 miles)
  • Hy-Vee Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • CHI Health Clinic Dermatology (161st and W Maple) (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Patrick Catholic Church (0.4 miles)
  • Westside Church (4.5 miles)
  • St Vincent De Paul Catholic Church (4.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Arby's (1.5 miles)
  • The Mark (1.5 miles)
  • Burger King (1.5 miles)
  • First Watch (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.8 miles)
  • Local Beer, Patio and Kitchen (3 miles)
  • Kona Grill (3.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Methodist Perinatal Center (1.9 miles)
  • Children's Physicians (3 miles)
  • Olson Center for Women's Health (3 miles)
  • Village Pointe Cancer Care Center (3.1 miles)
  • Dr Shannon Iwanski (3.1 miles)
  • Omaha Family Medicine (3.4 miles)
  • Malbar Vision Center (3.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Methodist Women's Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Methodist Healthwest (3.8 miles)
  • NICU - Lakeside Hospital - CHI Health (4.4 miles)
  • Lakeside Hospital - CHI Health (4.4 miles)
  • Lakeside Hospital (4.4 miles)
  • Boys Town National Research Hospital (5.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Village Pointe Cinema Omaha, Ne (3 miles)
  • Theater 15 (3 miles)
  • Majestic Cinema Of Omaha Omaha, Ne (5 miles)

Parks

  • Stone Creek Playground (3.4 miles)
  • Whitehawk park & lake (4.3 miles)
  • Torrey Pines Park (4.4 miles)
  • Zorinsky Lake Park (5.7 miles)
  • Mission Park (6.9 miles)
  • Hefflinger Park (7.3 miles)
  • Hefflinger Park (7.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Scooter's Coffee Drive-Thru (7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (7.1 miles)

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