Paula Gilliam
Jun 2026
I had the pleasure of visiting a friend at her new residence for the first time, and I was quite impressed by how tidy it was. She appeared very content, and the staff members were notably friendly.
Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
1750 South 20th Street4.9(23 ratings)· Lincoln average: 4.4
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 104
- Inspections
- View history (36 citations)
- Memory Care Setup
- Secure memory support household with walk-out patio
- Facility Structure
- Organized into three distinct resident households
- Recognition
- Received National Quality Award Silver and Bronze honors
- History
- Operating in Lincoln since 1975
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families consistently describe Sumner Place as clean, caring, and attentive, with long-term residents receiving consistent nursing, housekeeping, and rehabilitation support. Reviewers frequently highlight staff kindness, cleanliness, and communication with families, and several note comparisons favoring Sumner Place over prior nursing home experiences. A waiting list for admission is the main practical drawback mentioned.
The Good
- Staff described as caring, friendly, and attentive
- Consistently clean rooms and hallways, no odors
- Strong communication with families during admissions and care
- Residents' laundry, hygiene, and grooming reliably maintained
- On-site physical therapy, dietitian, and social work support
- Long-term residents (5+ years) received consistent quality care
The Bad
- One report of a waiting list for admission
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is a senior living community in Lincoln, Nebraska offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care and Memory Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 23 reviews.
About Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Sumner Place has been enhancing residents' lives since 1975. The community is located in Near South, a cozy residential neighborhood in Lincoln, the state capital of Nebraska. Near South is described as an eclectic and thriving area with many remodeled homes and young families, and residents enjoy visits from students at nearby Prescott Elementary School during the school year.
Sumner Place offers short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and memory care for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. The community is organized into three households, including a secure Memory Support household with a walk-out entrance and patio for residents in that program.
The community emphasizes resident-focused care, independence, and a home-like atmosphere, working to create a living environment that continuously enriches each resident's life. Staff and teams aim to serve the needs of residents and their families while maintaining dignity for all residents, families, visitors, and caregivers.
Sumner Place notes it has received National Quality Awards, including Silver and Bronze recognitions, over the years.
Types of Care at Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Memory CareSkilled 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)
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
4.9overall · 23 ratings combined
4.9★ on Google (23)
Taytra Woullard
Nov 2025
Overall this facility is awesome, and go above and beyond
Ken Schroer
Nov 2025
We would recommend Sumner Place to anyone needing a comfortable, caring facility that you never have to worry or wonder if your family member is being well talen care of. In our experience that's Sumner Place's philosophy every single time we've been there or contacted them with anything regarding our family member.
Patti Klinker
Oct 2025
I would recommend Sumner Place to anyone. I have always found the staff to be uplifting and helpful. I worried about putting mom into an extended care but they have made Mom happy and engaged in life. Everyone is friendly and will do just about anything to make her stay a positive one.
Mary Franssen
Oct 2025
Sumner Place Skilled Nursing and Rehab excels in all areas! When staff are happy and thus obviously love their job, it reflects upon the treatment and happiness of the residents and families, too. That is what one finds at Sumner Place....I wouldn't want my loved one to be anywhere else! 💜
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 36 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 13, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 31, 2025
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 31, 2025
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 31, 2025
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 31, 2025
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 31, 2025
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 Jul 7, 2025
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 May 31, 2025
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 31, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 7, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 7, 2025
Jun 27, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 15, 2024
Jul 25, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
Provide properly sized and located linen or trash receptacles.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
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 Aug 31, 2023
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 31, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 8, 2023
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 only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 8, 2023
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 8, 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 Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation offer?
Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation offers Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
How much does Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation cost?
Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Lincoln that publish rates start around $4,337 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.
Where is Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation located?
Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation is located at 1750 South 20th Street in Lincoln, Nebraska.
What do families say about Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Families consistently describe Sumner Place as clean, caring, and attentive, with long-term residents receiving consistent nursing, housekeeping, and rehabilitation support. Reviewers frequently highlight staff kindness, cleanliness, and communication with families, and several note comparisons favoring Sumner Place over prior nursing home experiences. A waiting list for admission is the main practical drawback mentioned.
How did Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation do on recent health and safety inspections?
Sumner Place Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 36 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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