Heritage Estates
2325 Lodge Drive · Gering, NE · 69341 · 3084365007
102 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Vetter Senior Living
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.48 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.89 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.95 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 47% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (7 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F April 16, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 30, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected February 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 18, 2024
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected May 3, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 285071 · certified since December 20, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.