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HomeNebraskaBrookestone Gardens

Brookestone Gardens

2615 West 11th Street, Kearney, NE 688453082360211WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(21 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
54
certified

How Brookestone Gardens Compares in Nebraska

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Nebraska. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
NE average
2.8/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
NE average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
5/5
NE average
3.2/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.79 hrs/day
NE average
3.98 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.98 hrs/day
NE average
0.67 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
35.2%
NE average
48.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Nebraska average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.79 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.98.
Reported RN time is 0.98 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.67.
Staff turnover is 35.2%, lower than the Nebraska average of 48.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 31, 2024
Most recent cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 16, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$8,365/mo
Nebraska median
Private Room
$9,429/mo
Nebraska median
Buffalo County 65+
7,835
15.6% of county
County Population
50,103
Buffalo County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Brookestone Gardens is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Kearney, Nebraska with 54 certified beds. It has been operating since 2019. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
54
Avg Residents/Day
51.9
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 21, 2019
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Buffalo
Last Inspection
Dec 16, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
39.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (9)

F0732Potential for Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0712Potential for Harm

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.29 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.51 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.98 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.79 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.03 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.19 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
35.2%
RN Turnover
23.1%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (19)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
VETTER SENIOR LIVING5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Dec 23, 2016
GHOSH, ANIRBANCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMar 18, 2022
HONAS, KATELYNCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
STUHR, BRIANCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
VANEKEREN, GLENNCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
VETTER, ELDORACONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
VETTER, JACKCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
STUHR, BRIANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 15, 2017
VANEKEREN, GLENNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 15, 2017
VETTER, ELDORACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 15, 2017
VETTER, JACKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 15, 2017
VETTER SENIOR LIVINGOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 23, 2016
VSL VETTER HEALTH SERVICES LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2017
GHOSH, ANIRBANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 18, 2022
HONAS, KATELYNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2019
STUHR, BRIANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
VANEKEREN, GLENNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
VETTER, ELDORAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017
VETTER, JACKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2017

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Brookestone Gardens and nearby alternatives.

All Nebraska facilities
Brookestone Gardens
Kearney, NECurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Mt Carmel Home - Keens Memorial
Kearney, NE1.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Mother Hull Home
Kearney, NE2.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Good Samaritan Society - St John's
Kearney, NE2.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Good Samaritan Society - St Luke's Village
Kearney, NE3.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $11,654
Bethany Home, Inc
Minden, NE15.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Holdrege Memorial Homes, Inc
Holdrege, NE20.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Brookestone Gardens
Kearney, NE · Current facility
—5/53/55/5None recorded
Mt Carmel Home - Keens Memorial
Kearney, NE
1.7 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Mother Hull Home
Kearney, NE
2.2 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Good Samaritan Society - St John's
Kearney, NE
2.5 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Good Samaritan Society - St Luke's Village
Kearney, NE
3.7 mi1/51/52/5$11,654
Bethany Home, Inc
Minden, NE
15.6 mi2/52/55/5None recorded
Holdrege Memorial Homes, Inc
Holdrege, NE
20.9 mi2/52/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Brookestone Gardens?▾
Brookestone Gardens has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Brookestone Gardens cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Nebraska is $8,365/month for a semi-private room and $9,429/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Brookestone Gardens participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Brookestone Gardens had any health inspection violations?▾
Brookestone Gardens had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 16, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Brookestone Gardens?▾
Brookestone Gardens provides 4.79 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.98 RN hours, 0.51 LPN hours, and 3.29 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 35.2%.
How many beds does Brookestone Gardens have?▾
Brookestone Gardens has 54 certified beds with an average of 51.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Vetter Senior Living chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Brookestone Gardens?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Nebraska, including 4 in Kearney. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Brookestone Gardens?▾
On Google Maps, Brookestone Gardens has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 21 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Vetter Senior Living

This chain operates 22 facilities. View all →