Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center

    6101 Normal Blvd, Lincoln, NE, 68506
    2.4 · 19 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Horrible unsafe unprofessional hospice care

    I had a horrible experience. Staff were rude, unprofessional and often short-staffed with little compassion; management was indifferent and unresponsive (including a $3,000 billing/credit dispute) and abruptly discharged/transferred my loved one. Hospice/end-of-life care was unacceptable - dirty conditions, lack of supplies, poor communication and safety concerns. A few caregivers were kind and the bilingual director helped, but overall I cannot trust or recommend this facility.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    2.37 · 19 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      1.7
    • Staff

      2.3
    • Meals

      2.0
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      2.4

    Pros

    • Friendly, helpful, and kind staff
    • Welcoming atmosphere
    • Close resident-staff relationships
    • Bilingual director and translation support
    • Clean and organized facility (reported by some)
    • Skilled clinical care for some residents
    • Health and safety procedures followed
    • Positive changes noted by families
    • Would recommend / would use again (in some reviews)
    • Festive decor (e.g., beautiful Christmas lights)

    Cons

    • Long wait times and lack of greeting/acknowledgment
    • Staff indifference and lack of compassion
    • Dirty conditions (laundry on floor, unclean reports)
    • Shortages of basic supplies (wipes, briefs, cleaning supplies)
    • Cold meals and poor food quality
    • Inconsistent meal quality (average to poor)
    • Rude, disrespectful, and unprofessional staff
    • Poor communication from staff and management
    • Unresponsive management and oversight issues
    • Billing problems / outstanding balance (reported ~$3k)
    • Abrupt discharges and transfers to other facilities
    • Poor hospice / end-of-life care
    • Caregiver neglect and safety concerns
    • Short-staffed / inadequate staffing
    • Risk of resident deterioration and serious warnings
    • Disrespect toward residents and outside agency staff
    • Polarized service quality (wide variability across stays)
    • Perceptions of a low-quality or 'trashy' establishment
    • Reports suggesting facility closure or shutdown sentiment
    • Nightmare or very negative overall experiences

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in these reviews is highly polarized: a subset of reviewers report positive experiences characterized by friendly, caring staff, cleanliness, and competent clinical care, while a larger or equally vocal subset describe serious lapses in basic care, safety, staffing, and management responsiveness. That split suggests inconsistent performance across units, shifts, or time periods rather than uniform quality.

    Care quality and resident safety are major areas of concern in many reviews. Multiple commenters report caregiver neglect, lack of attention to residents' needs, dirty conditions such as laundry on floors, and insufficient basic supplies (wipes, briefs, cleaning products). Several reviews explicitly warn of deterioration risk or describe the experience as 'horrible' or a 'nightmare,' and at least one family transferred a loved one to another facility after poor care. Conversely, some families describe the clinical care as skilled and say the facility was far better than others, indicating considerable variation in individual outcomes.

    Staff behavior is another clear theme that divides reviewers. Positive reports emphasize friendly, kind, and helpful staff with close resident-staff relationships and a welcoming atmosphere. The presence of a bilingual director and translation services is singled out as calming for families. On the negative side, there are repeated accusations of rudeness, unprofessional conduct, disrespect toward residents and agency staff, and a perceived lack of compassion. Several reviews attribute these problems to being short-staffed, which can lead to rushed or indifferent interactions and lapses in basic care.

    Facilities, supplies, and dining receive mixed feedback. Some reviewers praise the building as clean, organized, and attractively decorated (notably 'beautiful Christmas lights'). However, more reports describe shortages of basic supplies like wipes and briefs, lack of cleaning supplies, and unclean areas. Dining experiences are described as inconsistent: reports range from average meals and cold food to simply poor meal quality. These issues compound concerns about daily comfort and hygiene for residents.

    Management, communication, and administrative practices emerge as significant pain points. Multiple reviews describe poor communication, unresponsiveness from management, and a specific billing/credit issue with an unresolved outstanding balance (one mentions about $3,000). Families report difficulty getting answers, abrupt discharges, and a general sense that management is indifferent to complaints. Positive comments about leadership tend to focus on the bilingual director and visible positive changes, but those appear uneven.

    A pattern across reviews is variability: when care and staffing align, families report warm, competent care and would recommend the facility; when staffing, supplies, or management fail, experiences deteriorate quickly into serious complaints about safety and dignity, especially in hospice or end-of-life situations. The most frequently mentioned red flags are supply shortages, rude or indifferent staff, inconsistent cleanliness, poor end-of-life care, and management unresponsiveness. The most commonly praised areas are individual staff members who are compassionate and the presence of translation services.

    Given this mix, prospective residents and families should consider a careful, current assessment before committing: visit during different times of day, ask about staffing ratios and supply management, inquire specifically about hospice and end-of-life care practices, confirm billing and discharge policies, and talk to families of current residents when possible. Also verify recent inspection reports or regulatory actions. The reviews indicate the facility can provide high-quality, compassionate care on some occasions, but there are recurring, serious issues that merit direct verification and ongoing oversight by families or advocates.

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    About Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center

    Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center is a medium-sized skilled nursing facility that offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. With a capacity of 97 beds, the center operates under for-profit, corporate ownership and participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. This provides flexibility for residents and their families when it comes to payment options and care planning. Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center is not part of a continuing care retirement community and primarily focuses on delivering comprehensive nursing and rehabilitative services to residents who require medical oversight, daily assistance, and therapy after hospitalization or due to chronic conditions.

    For individuals recovering from illness or injury, Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center provides an environment designed to support post-acute care needs. Patients receive an average of 3 hours and 52 minutes of nurse staffing per resident each day, with excellent consistency in staffing levels on weekends compared to weekdays. The center supports rehabilitation for those who have experienced a hospital stay due to stroke, heart attack, infections, or accidental injuries, in alignment with Medicare guidelines for up to 100 days of short-term coverage under specific circumstances. Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center places high importance on safety, reporting a rate of 0.0% for falls with major injuries and for emergency room visits among short-stay residents. Additionally, the center maintains a vibrant focus on well-being, with more than 80 percent of long-term residents retaining their ability to perform daily activities independently and over 92 percent receiving annual influenza vaccinations.

    Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center is subject to regular state health, fire, and safety inspections. The center has addressed several citations in recent inspections, including areas such as resident accident prevention, appropriate clinical care, maintenance of infection control programs, and staff training. These inspection cycles reflect ongoing efforts to enhance safety, quality of care, and compliance with state and federal standards. The center ensures transparency and strives for continual improvement in both resident care and operational protocols.

    The care at Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center extends beyond meeting basic medical and physical needs, incorporating educational efforts for nurse aides, especially in dementia care and abuse prevention. The environment is structured to maximize quality of life for residents, with attention given to appropriate treatment, personal preferences, and individual health goals. The facility works within established protocols for pressure ulcer prevention and respiratory care, and seeks to foster a community where each resident can achieve their highest possible level of function and comfort.

    Overall, Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center provides a balanced approach to rehabilitation and long-term care, grounded in attentive nursing, therapeutic services, and a commitment to safety and resident well-being. The structure and programming are tailored to address both medical and non-medical needs, supporting residents and their families through every stage of care.

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