Brookestone of Papillion
Scout 97Papillion, NE · 110 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Papillion's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,120–$11,260/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages
6082 Grand Lodge Avenue, Papillion, NE 68133 · Sarpy County
Discover calendars and resources for long term care at Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages for a supportive living experience.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (46 of 48 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Papillion
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Papillion, NE, with 48 certified beds and an average of about 46 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.86 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.77 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.86 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Papillion options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 48
- Avg. residents/day
- 46
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 285293
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,120–$11,260/mo (median $9,400) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,180–$7,600/mo (median $5,220) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Omaha prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.86
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.77
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 57.1%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 7
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-04-14Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2025-04-14Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2025-04-14Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-04-14Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
2025-04-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2025-04-14Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…
2025-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
6082 Grand Lodge Avenue, Papillion, NE
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages
How much does Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages cost?
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Papillion, NE area typically runs $8,120–$11,260 per month (median $9,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages?
Staff provide about 4.86 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages?
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages have availability?
Typically 95% full (46 of 48 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages offer?
Hillcrest Country Estates-Cottages in Papillion, NE offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 48 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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