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HomeNebraskaJefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside

Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside

2200 North H Street, Fairbury, NE 683524027295220WebsiteGoogle Maps
0.0on Google(0 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
39
certified

How Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside 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
4/5
NE average
2.8/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
NE average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
1/5
NE average
3.2/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
0.14 hrs/day
NE average
3.98 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
53.3%
NE average
48.7%
Higher than state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Nebraska average of 2.8/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Nebraska average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 0.14 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.98.

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 Nov 13, 2024
Most recent cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 8, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer 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
Jefferson County 65+
1,775
24.7% of county
County Population
7,185
Jefferson County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fairbury, Nebraska with 39 certified beds. It has been operating since 2009. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
39
Avg Residents/Day
30.2
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 2009
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Jefferson
Last Inspection
Apr 8, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0
Weighted Score
4.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Nov 13, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Dec 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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 Aide0.14 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing0.14 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
53.3%
RN Turnover
60.0%
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 (15)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
JEFFERSON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER INC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Sep 25, 2009
BOECKNER, ROSSCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2020
CHRIST, DALLASCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 20, 2022
FULTON, JUSTINCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 16, 2025
SCHERBARTH, CAROLYNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 20, 2022
SCHLAKE, KENDALLCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 16, 2025
SNYDER, STEVENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 20, 2022
STEWART, SARACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 19, 2023
WELLSANDT, DIANECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 19, 2023
KLASEK, CHANCECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 24, 2013
WOLFF, HOLLYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 6, 2025
JEFFERSON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 26, 2024
STROKLUND, REBECCAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
STROKLUND, REBECCAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
WOLFF, HOLLYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 6, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside and nearby alternatives.

All Nebraska facilities
Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside
Fairbury, NECurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Heritage Care Center
Fairbury, NE2,112 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home
Hebron, NE22.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice
Beatrice, NE24.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Beatrice Health and Rehabilitaion
Beatrice, NE25.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Wilber Care Center
Wilber, NE25.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Parkview Haven Nursing Home
Deshler, NE28.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside
Fairbury, NE · Current facility
—4/55/51/5None recorded
Heritage Care Center
Fairbury, NE
2,112 ft3/53/53/5None recorded
Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home
Hebron, NE
22.0 mi3/55/51/5None recorded
Good Samaritan Society - Beatrice
Beatrice, NE
24.9 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Beatrice Health and Rehabilitaion
Beatrice, NE
25.0 mi4/54/52/5None recorded
Wilber Care Center
Wilber, NE
25.6 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Parkview Haven Nursing Home
Deshler, NE
28.9 mi3/53/54/5None 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 Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside?▾
Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside 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). Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside had any health inspection violations?▾
Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside had 0 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 8, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside?▾
Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside provides 0.14 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.00 RN hours, 0.00 LPN hours, and 0.14 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 53.3%.
How many beds does Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside have?▾
Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside has 39 certified beds with an average of 30.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 77% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Nebraska, including 1 in Fairbury. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside?▾
On Google Maps, Jefferson Community Health & Life Gardenside has a rating of 0.0 out of 5 based on 0 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.