nursing home in Benkelman, NE
Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home
407 Dakota Street, Benkelman, NE 69021 · (308) 423-2179
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home at a glance
Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home is a 56-bed non-profit nursing home in Benkelman, Nebraska (Dundy County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Nebraska average of 2.8.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 2, 2026) found 5 health citations. The Nebraska average is 7.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 54.2% per year (state average 48.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 56
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 2001
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Dundy County
- CMS Certification Number
- 285241
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.20 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.49 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.75 hrs | 2.64 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.67 hrs | 3.48 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.2% | 48.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 44.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 41 | 57.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $11,975 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 56 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 32 | 55 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 56.8% | 73% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Nebraska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 11.9% | 4.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.1% | 20.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.3% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 23% | 19% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 21.3% | 18.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.6% | 5.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 4.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 25.8% | 19.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 23.3% | 25.9% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.9% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93% | 93.6% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2026 |
| April 2, 2026 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2026 |
| April 3, 2025 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Complaint | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| January 15, 2025 Standard | Verify that a nurse aide has been trained; and if they haven't worked as a nurse aide for 2 years, receive retraining. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0729 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2025 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 14, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 14, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMX HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2025 |
| EDWARDS, JANICE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2005 |
| STONEHOCKER, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2011 |
| BARTHOLOMEW, RICHARD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2018 |
| BRUNSWIG, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2025 |
| CROUSE, JARED Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2025 |
| DENNY, PENNY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2025 |
| HAINES, AMY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/20/2013 |
| HUDSON, SARA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2018 |
| AMX HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2005 |
| EDWARDS, JANICE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2005 |
| STONEHOCKER, LORI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2011 |
| BARTHOLOMEW, RICHARD Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2018 |
| BRUNSWIG, MICHAEL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2025 |
| CROUSE, JARED Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2025 |
| DENNY, PENNY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2025 |
| HAINES, AMY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/20/2013 |
| HUDSON, SARA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/15/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home's rating?
Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Nebraska nursing homes is 2.8 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Nebraska average of 7.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home and how do I contact it?
Sarah Ann Hester Memorial Home is at 407 Dakota Street, Benkelman, NE 69021. Phone: (308) 423-2179.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.