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Immanuel: The Lighthouse

17600 Arbor Street

3.6(13 ratings)· Omaha average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
54
Care setting
Located minutes from CHI Health Lakeside Hospital
End-of-life care
On-site hospice care for comfort and dignity
Recent expansion
New 18-suite neighborhood addition called The Shores
Family dining cost
Family meal with resident costs about $19

What Families Think

Reviews of The Lighthouse are sharply split: many families praise the rehab therapists and nursing staff for compassionate, attentive care, especially during short-term rehab stays, while a few report serious safety lapses including a medication error and a fall. Food quality and staffing levels are also points of disagreement among reviewers.

The Good

  • Rehab therapists described as skilled and dedicated
  • Nurses treated residents like family
  • Facility described as clean, no 'nursing home' smell
  • On-site hospice care for end-of-life support
  • Private suites available for residents

The Bad

  • One report of a medication error leading to an ER visit
  • One report of a fall causing significant injury
  • Several reviewers cite understaffing affecting patient care
  • Food quality criticized by multiple reviewers
  • Family members charged extra ($19) to eat with residents

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Immanuel: The Lighthouse is a senior living community in Omaha, Nebraska offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Guest Meals, Professional Chef and Restaurant style Dining Room. Families rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 13 reviews.

About Immanuel: The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse at Lakeside Village is located in the heart of West Omaha, Nebraska, just minutes from CHI Health Lakeside Hospital, Lakeside Hills Plaza, The Shops at Legacy, and Village Pointe. Nearby grocery stores, restaurants, and pharmacies add convenience for visiting families while residents enjoy a comfortable, community-focused setting.

The Lighthouse provides both short and long-term support for older adults who need compassionate, around-the-clock care, including skilled nursing and long-term care. Its team delivers individualized care and rehabilitation programs, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies tailored to each resident's needs. Skilled nursing services follow a multidisciplinary approach for those recovering from surgery, illness, or managing chronic conditions, with the goal of helping residents transition back home or to an appropriate setting once their health stabilizes.

Hospice care is also offered, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for residents nearing the end of life, with support for honoring personal wishes and meaningful final experiences for both residents and their families.

Daily life includes chef-prepared meals, private suites, pastoral faith support, and personalized services intended to support health and overall quality of life. Spiritual support is woven into the community's approach, welcoming individuals of all faiths and backgrounds. Recreation therapists assess residents' needs and provide evidence-based programs designed to boost independence and engagement on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels.

The community recently unveiled The Shores, an 18-suite neighborhood addition, as part of an extensive renovation and expansion effort. The Lighthouse has also been recognized nationally with the Communities That Shine Award from LifeLoop, an honor tied to a former resident's legacy of giving.

Types of Care at Immanuel: The Lighthouse

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Guest Meals
  • Professional Chef
  • 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

Activities

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

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Reviews of Immanuel: The Lighthouse

3.6overall · 13 ratings combined

3.6★ on Google (13)

Samantha Major

Apr 2026

via Google

I highly recommend The Lighthouse skilled rehab facility for anyone in need of short-term rehabilitation or care. Not only is it a beautiful facility, but their team consistently provides exceptional support to their patients, with a strong focus on helping each individual return to their prior level of function. The therapy staff is highly skilled, experienced, and truly dedicated to achieving meaningful outcomes for those they serve. It’s clear they take great pride in the care they provide, and I would confidently recommend them to anyone in need of rehab services.

Stuart Sharp

Aug 2025

via Google

My dad was there for maybe 3 weeks. He needed hospital care and we found out that someone from the lighthouse cut his blood thinner medication and was probably the reason for the ER visit. I ask the staff at the lighthouse who would have made the decision to restrict his life given medication and the backed up and deferred blame to anyone else. They also blamed my brother saying that while my father was on a liquid restriction he was giving him drinks and he wasn't. Sadly they seem to push blame away from themselves, so be aware of their practices.

Maren Collins

Jan 2024

via Google

My grandma and grandpa lived at the Lighthouse until their deaths, for 5 or so years. The staff is outstanding. All of my experiences with them were positive. They were so kind and excellent at their jobs. I really felt like they cared for my grandparents, and would do anything to help our family. They accommodated our large family for holiday gatherings. If you are researching a place for your loved ones, I highly recommend the Lighthouse.

Patti Johnson

Oct 2023

via Google

I think the lighthouse is understaffed they don't have time to do there patients justice. If you want your elderly to stay in a wheelchair send them here. The food is horrible and if you want to eat with your loved one your meal will cost you $19. Some of the staff is awesome and others can't take the time.

Evelyn Cox

Oct 2022

via Google

My mom was there for a rehab - broken ribs and she has excellent care. They worked with us on a plan to go home, home health care, etc.<br><br>Mom also loved the food!

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 34 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 27, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 9, 2026

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 9, 2026

Mar 12, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • 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 Mar 24, 2025

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 26, 2025

  • 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, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 24, 2025

Apr 4, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 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 Apr 25, 2024

  • Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 25, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 25, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 25, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 25, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 25, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 25, 2024

Mar 21, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard19 citations
  • Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 11, 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 May 11, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 11, 2023

  • Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 11, 2023

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 11, 2023

  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 11, 2023

  • Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 11, 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 May 11, 2023

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

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 11, 2023

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 11, 2023

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 11, 2023

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 11, 2023

  • 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 Apr 12, 2023

  • 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 May 11, 2023

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 11, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 11, 2023

  • 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 Apr 24, 2023

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 24, 2023

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 24, 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 Immanuel: The Lighthouse offer?

Immanuel: The Lighthouse offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

How much does Immanuel: The Lighthouse cost?

Immanuel: The Lighthouse has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Omaha that publish rates start around $3,118 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.

Where is Immanuel: The Lighthouse located?

Immanuel: The Lighthouse is located at 17600 Arbor Street in Omaha, Nebraska.

What do families say about Immanuel: The Lighthouse?

Reviews of The Lighthouse are sharply split: many families praise the rehab therapists and nursing staff for compassionate, attentive care, especially during short-term rehab stays, while a few report serious safety lapses including a medication error and a fall. Food quality and staffing levels are also points of disagreement among reviewers.

How did Immanuel: The Lighthouse do on recent health and safety inspections?

Immanuel: The Lighthouse had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 34 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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