Sidney Regional Medical Center-Extended Care in Sidney, NE
Sidney Regional Medical Center-Extended Care is a nursing home community in Sidney, NE.
Information last verified:
549 Keller Drive, Sidney, NE 69162
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.1 from 69 reviews
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Overall Review of Sidney Regional Medical Center-Extended Care
common12 reviews mention this
Caring clinical teams stand out
Residents and families repeatedly describe nurses and clinicians as kind, respectful, and attentive.
Many reviewers focus on how staff treated them with respect and support, including nurses who were described as helpful, welcoming, and reassuring. Several comments also single out specific care moments—post-surgery follow-through, ER help that reduced anxiety, and smooth hands-on care during delivery. A few reviews even mention cleanliness and careful technique as part of the good experience.
common3 reviews mention this
Therapy and rehab support
Physical and occupational therapy support is mentioned as a meaningful help.
Some reviews connect better mobility and recovery to therapy involvement, including comments about PT/OT care and physical therapy staff taking time to support patients. These accounts describe therapy as practical and effective for getting people back to comfortable daily routines. The community’s extended-care setting is designed around nursing and activities of daily living support, which aligns with the way residents talk about hands-on assistance.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Billing and pricing draw complaints
Multiple reviewers report billing problems and unusually high charges.
A recurring criticism across reviews is billing—claims of incorrect coding, corrected bills arriving later, and surprise costs. Several reviewers describe the experience as overpriced or unfair, including situations where insurance didn’t accept charges or where they felt they had to pay out of pocket despite expecting coverage. One review also calls out threats to collections when disputes weren’t resolved.
caveat7 reviews mention this
ER communication and wait issues
Some reviewers describe long waits and poor communication in the ER.
Alongside positive clinical stories, there are also repeated complaints about ER responsiveness—delayed evaluation, minimal communication, and patients being turned away or sent elsewhere. Several reviewers mention long time in beds or waiting rooms without updates, as well as frustration that staff didn’t address urgent concerns promptly. These accounts contrast with reviews that praise speed and follow-through, suggesting experiences vary.
common2 reviews mention this
Food and dining experiences
Residents mention the food and dining staff as a positive part of the stay.
A couple of reviews highlight the cafeteria or dining experience, including praise for the dining hall staff and comments describing the food as delicious. One reviewer also notes a specific meal timing issue while staying overnight, which suggests dining support can be inconsistent depending on when meals are served. Overall, dining comes up less often than nursing and care, but it still appears in direct experiences.
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Features
Housing
61 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Places of Worship
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (0.2 miles)
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (0.2 miles)
Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall (0.2 miles)
Christ Episcopal Church (0.5 miles)
Calvary Baptist Church Sbc (0.5 miles)
Light Memorial Presbyterian Church (0.7 miles)
St Patrick's Parish Community (0.8 miles)
Cafes
Sidney Regional Medical Center - Jaime H Contreras MD (0.2 miles)
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61 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Active lifestyle focus with social spaces and off-site devotional services.
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