Emerald Nursing and Rehab Cozad is a senior living community in Cozad, NE, offering a mix of care options for older adults who need support, so you might find both short-term rehab and long-term nursing care in the same building, which can be handy for families who want to keep their loved one nearby whether they're bouncing back or settling in for the long haul, and with 67 certified beds but usually around 41 residents, folks might find a little more space to settle into, including some private rooms that give residents a bit more peace and quiet. The community is affiliated with Emerald Healthcare, with management led by Jacob Walden since late 2019, and owner companies called Cozad Operations LLC and Ycne Operations LLC, the last one holding most of the stake, so the business side has some layers, but what folks really notice are the everyday things, like the trained therapists who support residents during recovery, or the fact that individualized rehab plans-whether for physical, occupational, or speech therapy-are put into place to match each person's needs, and professional nursing staff, averaging 3.56 nurse hours per day per resident, pitch in to help with things like diabetes care, incontinence, and getting dressed or bathed when needed.
The center serves people with memory loss, including Alzheimer's and dementia, and they try to make things a bit more comfortable for everyone, so you'll see beautiful patios where residents can spend some time outdoors, indoor common areas for meal times or activities, and rooms for quiet time or visits with family. The meals are prepared with quality ingredients and there's a promise of personalized menus, which can mean special attention to dietary needs, and their dining's described as gourmet, so residents get some variety.
For residents who want to keep moving and stay social, activities run on and off the property, including devotional services, while transportation and parking are on hand for trips or outings, and staff provide complimentary rides to appointments or events. There's non-ambulatory care for folks who aren't able to get around on their own, and telehealth services during weekdays with a trained Nurse Practitioner if someone needs medical attention without having to leave the building.
The management keeps policies in place around staffing, and the daily care is supposed to help people feel both safe and homelike, though the facts show the facility's had some challenges-16 total inspection deficiencies, including concerns about infection prevention, pharmacy service relating to medication use (especially psychotropic medications), and issues tied to making the place safe and clean under resident rights, so there's been work to do meeting all those regulations. Despite some of the struggles with standards, the staff say they're committed to compassionate care and growing the potential of residents and the whole community, using specialized nursing and therapy services and amenities designed for comfort. Assisted living is also offered, with an independent feel for older adults who don't need constant nursing but like to know help's available, often in their own room or apartment, maybe with a kitchenette, so there's some choice in what kind of space and support a person wants.
In sum, Emerald Nursing and Rehab Cozad provides healthcare, housing, and daily help for seniors, especially those needing rehab after a hospital stay or needing long-term nursing, and while it does have strengths like therapy services and private spaces, the history of deficiencies shows it's important to look closely at current conditions if you're considering it for yourself or a loved one.
