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South Haven

1400 Mark Drive

4.4(17 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
85
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
85
Location
30 minutes from Omaha, Lincoln, and Fremont
Therapy access
Outpatient therapy services available on-site
Quality recognition
Received National Quality Silver and Bronze awards

What Families Think

The Good

  • Offers short-term rehab, long-term skilled nursing, memory care and adult day care
  • Main Street area with ice cream parlor, barber shop and therapy gym
  • Recognized with National Quality Awards (Silver and Bronze)
  • Purpose-built facility organized into four resident neighborhoods

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

South Haven is a senior living community in Wahoo, Nebraska offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 17 reviews.

About South Haven

South Haven Living Center is an 84-bed skilled nursing facility in Wahoo, Nebraska, offering short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing, memory care, and adult day care services with personalized, resident-focused care.

The facility provides memory support care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, along with outpatient therapy services. South Haven is conveniently located 30 minutes west of Omaha, 30 minutes north of Lincoln, and 30 minutes south of Fremont, serving Saunders County and surrounding communities.

The living environment is organized around four neighborhoods called Alden, Sheridan, Reliance, and Lakemont, accessed through a Main Street entrance designed to resemble a small community. The Main Street features an ice cream parlor serving ice cream and popcorn daily, a barber and beauty shop, therapy gym, doctor's clinic, mailbox, and town hall area.

South Haven Living Center is a member of Vetter Senior Living and has received National Quality Awards, earning both Silver and Bronze recognition throughout the years. The facility was newly built in 2004, replacing the former Haven House Living Center.

Types of Care at South Haven

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Salon / Barber
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of South Haven

4.4overall · 17 ratings combined

4.4★ on Google (17)

Daniel Hedrick

Oct 2025

via Google

South haven has been there for my family, they treat mom like she is family and all of us as well. They are absolutely amazing in doing things and having patience through mom's memory care and loss. I could not have asked for a better gift than the staff at South Haven for my mom.

Lori Dimmitt

Sep 2025

via Google

South Haven is the absolute best place. From the building, the rooms, the food they provide, the help that we received, to the employees that took care of our mom. We can never say enough great things about South Haven. Our mom was only there for 2 1/2 months before she passed away, but those were the best months of her life since she got sick in June 2024. We will be forever grateful for the care that was given to her.

Kevin Frana

Oct 2024

via Google

South Haven Living Center is a wonderful place for a loved one to call “home” when they no longer can be “at home”. The facility as well as the staff are very welcoming.

Angie Ubel

Oct 2024

via Google

South Haven is an amazing facility! The kind, compassionate, caring individuals they have working for them go above and beyond to make sure the nursing experience is the best. Thank you for being the best place around!!!

Jenn Co

Sep 2024

via Google

Beautiful and dare I say fun full care senior living. Love the “Main Street” with the little shops and “neighborhoods” thanks to the amazing staff for taking such great care of my family. You are awesome!!!

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 16 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jul 10, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 15, 2025

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 15, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 18, 2025

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 18, 2025

May 14, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 21, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 21, 2024

  • Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 21, 2024

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 21, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 21, 2024

Feb 15, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 15, 2024

Jun 8, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

  • Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 5, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does South Haven offer?

South Haven offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is South Haven located?

South Haven is located at 1400 Mark Drive in Wahoo, Nebraska.

How did South Haven do on recent health and safety inspections?

South Haven had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 16 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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