10 Best Nursing Homes in Henderson, NV

Let’s walk you through payment options that seniors and their families typically use to cover senior care costs. We explore personal payment options first, which are often combined with senior benefits like Social Security income , Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid. This section can help you learn what might apply to your family’s circumstances. Find application resources, local contacts, and benefits that can be combined in a way that works best for your family.

Nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, as well as assisted living facilities in Nevada must be licensed by the state’s Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance (HCQC). Nursing facilities in Nevada must adhere to the following requirements to remain licensed by the state:

• Facilities must have a bed for each resident.
• Facilities must be managed by a licensed administrator.
• Staff must be available 24 hours a day to residents, and a full-time registered nurse with at least three years of nursing care facility experience must be present.
• There must also be one designated licensed practical nurse on-site during each skilled nursing shift.
• Facilities must be in partnership with a minimum of one local hospital that accepts senior transfers.
• Each resident receives a comprehensive care plan that includes care services for their psychological, social, and physical well-being.
• A resident’s medications must be administered by a caregiver, unless the caregiving team agrees self-administering is safe.
• Meal services must be supervised by a licensed dietician.

Nevada’s Bureau of Health Care Quality performs annual unannounced inspections of skilled nursing facilities to ensure compliance with each of these requirements.

Nevada laws and regulations for assisted living and memory care facilities

We included this section on Nevada’s assisted living and memory care laws and regulations, in case a skilled nursing facility isn’t right for your loved one. The information below may help you in your search for the right senior care facility. You can also check out our assisted living and memory care pages for Henderson for a complete overview.

Facility licensing and grading system

Assisted living and memory care facilities in Nevada must be licensed under the category of “Residential Facilities for Groups” by the Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance (HCQC). The license ensures each community provides qualified senior care. Nevada’s Division of Public and Behavioral Health ranks residential facilities with an inspection-based grading system. Inspectors note concerns on staff and safety with the following grades:

• A facility with an “A” grade has either minimal or no concerns.
• Those with a “B” grade have multiple concerns or issues with their administration that may cause harm to residents if left unaddressed.
• To earn a “C” or “D” grade, a facility must have several issues with their administration, concerns that have already caused harm to residents, or both. After receiving a “C” or “D” grade, the facility must be reinspected until it receives an “A” or “B” grade.

Licensing requirements

In general, all assisted living and memory care facilities in Nevada must adhere to the following requirements to maintain their state licenses:

• Facilities must meet each resident’s evolving needs and reduce the likelihood that the resident will need to move to another care facility.
• Facilities are not allowed to admit residents that are bedridden, require restraint, or require 24-hour skilled nursing care. However, seniors who currently live in the facility will not be displaced or transferred if they grow to need 24-hour skilled nursing care. Current residents who qualify for HCQC-approved hospice care can also remain in their communities in the event they require hospice.
• Private rooms must be at least 80 square feet. Shared rooms must have at least 60 square feet of floor space for each senior resident.
• Shared rooms can’t have more than three residents.
• All building exits must have alarms or other auditory signals to alert caregivers of wandering and safety concerns.
• All outdoor spaces must be completely gated and locked.

Staffing and caregiver requirements

Staff and caregivers must comply with the following regulations at licensed assisted living and memory care facilities in Nevada:

• Assisted living facilities with over 20 residents need at least one employee on-site who’s awake at all times.
• Caregivers must be at least 18 years old and complete care-related training such as CPR and first aid.
• If the facility provides memory care, all caregivers and administration must complete at least 8 hours of specialized memory care training, in addition to general caregiver training.

Facility inspection reports

The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (or DHHS) inspects each assisted living facility before it’s licensed as a Residential Care Facility for Groups. These facilities are also inspected after a complaint has been filed. You’ll find public inspection reports in Nevada’s Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Provider Search Form. To use this search form, select “Health Facilities” under the Business Unit search criteria, select “Residential Facility for Groups” under the Credential Type criteria, then enter the name and the address of the facility you want to learn about.

Nevada Department of Health contact information

Nevada Department of Health and Human Services
400 W. King St., Suite 300
Carson City, Nevada 89703
Phone: 775-684-4000

COVID-19 regulations for Henderson nursing homes

Henderson has several guidelines in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. There are several local pharmacies and vaccination sites where residents are encouraged to stay up-to-date with testing and vaccinations. Review the latest local guidelines by visiting the City of Henderson’s website.

We encourage you to reach out to a prospective community for more information on their specific rules, since each facility may have COVID-19 guidelines and masking protocols of their own. However, Henderson recommends senior care facilities stick to the following guidelines:

Seniors can move into their ideal Henderson senior living community through one of our many in-network partners. Whether seniors need skilled nursing care, assisted living, or memory care, you can find what you and your family needs in A Place for Mom’s Henderson network. You can also find several communities that offer more than one level of care, enabling seniors to age in place should their care needs change over time.

Henderson nursing homes and senior care facilities

Henderson nursing homes or skilled nursing facilities have highly trained medical caregivers who provide 24/7 supervision and medical care. These doctors and nurses sometimes also coordinate rehabilitation services for seniors in need of recovery after a surgery or an illness. However, seniors who plan to age in place can get the skilled nursing care they need in 86% of A Place for Mom’s partner Henderson assisted living and memory care communities.

In general, seniors need to already establish residency in an assisted living community before they can gain access to the on-site skilled nursing care services. Not many assisted living facilities will initially admit seniors in need of immediate skilled nursing care. If your loved one doesn’t currently require 24/7 skilled medical observation or rehabilitation services, it’s a good idea to establish residency at their ideal assisted living facility now. That way, the senior can remain in their chosen community if their needs ever change.

Henderson assisted living facilities

Henderson assisted living communities offer life-enriching opportunities. Seniors can enjoy the ideal balance of independence and daily assistance in an apartment-style community with multiple on-site care and service options as well as full social calendars. And, 83% of these communities provide more than one type of senior care on the same campus. For example, an assisted living facility might also offer memory care and independent living wings in addition to an abundance of amenities. This can reinforce peer relationships, as seniors with a variety of needs can live on the same campus together.

The other assisted living communities in A Place for Mom’s Henderson network are in residential care homes or stand-alone facilities. Seniors will find smaller numbers of peers and a more intimate setting in a homelike care home or stand-alone assisted living facility. Sometimes, residents in these smaller settings may be able to enjoy a more personalized lifestyle with more tailorable care services. In all cases, seniors in assisted living communities will find a maintenance-free lifestyle full of desirable services, amenities, and activities.

Services

Seniors won’t have to lift a finger after moving into a Henderson assisted living community. Whether seniors need a ride to their next appointment or want to refresh their apartment, these communities have it covered with the following services:

• Housekeeping, laundry, and linen services
• Scheduled transportation, either complimentary or at-cost
• Concierge services
• Restaurant-style dining services
• Wellness programs

Amenities

A maintenance-free lifestyle allows seniors to leisurely enjoy every amenity offered. Seniors can enjoy movie nights in spacious theaters, plan a barbeque with friends, and more. Check out some of the amenities you can expect to find at our partner Henderson assisted living communities:

• Private dining rooms to enjoy meals with loved ones
• Full-service beauty salons and spas
• Enclosed courtyards with paved walking paths and dog parks
• Yoga and Pilates studios
• Movie theaters
• Bistros for snacks and drinks throughout the day
• Outdoor grilling areas
• Fitness and activity centers
• TV lounges and game rooms
• Libraries

Activities

Throughout the day, seniors have an abundance of options to fill their social calendars or to devote time to a beloved hobby. The following activities are common to our partner Henderson assisted living communities:

• Interest clubs, like floral arranging and walking clubs
• Field trips to local attractions
• Educational, art, and fitness classes
• Volunteering projects
• Religious services
• Live music
• Movie nights
• Holiday parties and happy hours
• Spa days

Henderson memory care facilities

Many of Henderson’s assisted living facilities offer a specialized memory care unit. In fact, 80% of the memory care communities in A Place for Mom’s Henderson network share a campus with an assisted living community, an independent living community, or both.

Some memory care facilities are stand-alone, meaning they’re a facility exclusively for those with a dementia diagnosis. Some families prefer stand-alone memory care facilities due to their more dementia-friendly design. These facilities were built from the ground up to promote a safe, peaceful, and secure lifestyle for individuals experiencing symptoms of dementia.

Seniors in memory care communities or wings have access to similar services and amenities as those at assisted living facilities, as well as additional specialized services, therapies, and staff. Most memory care facilities train their staff and caregivers with extensive memory care training. These facilities also offer advanced security for residents, with enclosed courtyards and a range of wander detection capabilities. Each style of community prides itself on high-quality senior services, resort-style amenities, and enriching activities and therapies.

Henderson medical centers offer a range of medical care, rehabilitation services, and long-term acute care. There’s also a hospital that provides speech and language therapy to people with dementia — Henderson Hospital. Find information on this hospital and the other top three hospitals in Henderson below.

Every Henderson assisted living and memory care facility in A Place for Mom’s network provides complimentary or at-cost transportation services, with caregiver escorts included as needed. Seniors who move into these communities are set up with a secure way to navigate this car-dependent city.

Visiting friends and family have convenient ways to navigate Henderson via the city’s public transportation options:

• The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) provides several Henderson bus lines.
• There are a few Park and Ride locations in the Las Vegas Valley.
• The RTC also offers exclusive transportation services for seniors, like door-to-door scheduled rides and RTC paratransit services.
• The Nevada Taxicab Authority connects Henderson residents and visitors with local taxi companies.
• There are also transportation services for veterans through the Veterans Medical Transportation Network for Senior and Disabled Veterans (or VMTN). Eligible veterans can use this service to travel from their assisted living communities to VA-approved medical appointments.

Visitors and their senior loved ones have an abundance of natural beauty and activities to explore in Henderson. The Las Vegas Strip, the Hoover Dam, and Lake Mead are each less than an hour’s drive away, giving everyone plenty of desirable locations to visit just outside of the city. Use helpful Henderson travel guides and browse the following popular attractions, some with accessibility options for people with disabilities.

Abundant outdoor exploration

Picnics in the park and scenic adventures await seniors and their loved ones. Here are some popular destinations:

• Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve is over 100 acres of waterfowl habitat, which includes wheelchair-accessible paths and nine bird-viewing ponds.
• Lake Las Vegas Golf and Food Festival is an annual festival in Henderson known for its upscale hospitality and fine dining.
• McCullough Hills Trailhead is among several scenic hiking trails in Henderson that also offers family picnic areas.
• Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area is home to a part of the Mojave Desert, where seniors and visitors can enjoy mountain scenery and native rock art.
• Lake Las Vegas is a great spot for waterfront relaxing and enjoying chartered yacht events.
• Lion Habitat Ranch is a unique Henderson experience, offering a close look at exotic wildlife conservation.

Local art and entertainment

These upscale casinos and the city’s vibrant art scene are sure to make each visit with loved ones interesting:

• City Hall Art Gallery has two floors full of pieces from local artists, and rotating displays often make an appearance.
• Clark County Museum offers a senior discount that allows visitors to explore the 30 acres of historic structures and the exhibit hall.
• M Resort Casino has an open-air design and the entire variety of popular casino games one could want.
• Green Valley Ranch Casino is a great local spot to try your luck at video poker, slot machines, and more.

A quiet suburban lifestyle

Enjoy a laid-back lifestyle full of senior centers, libraries, and the local botanical garden:

• Downtown Senior Center is for seniors age 50+. Take advantage of the wellness area, engaging activities, and the dining room all while socializing with peers.
• Heritage Park Senior Facility is a bustling local senior recreation center with a bocce ball court, a fitness center, and more.
• Henderson Multigenerational Center gives seniors wonderful opportunities to connect with the community. Find swimming pools, a fitness center, and activities for many different interests.
• Henderson Games is an annual sporting event for seniors and adults that takes place during Nevada’s beautiful spring season.
• Henderson Libraries offers more than an opportunity to find favorite authors. Participate in craft fairs, attend authors’ live readings, or join a poetry workshop. There are four locations to choose from in the Henderson Library network.
• Ethel M. Botanical Cactus Garden has more than 300 species of cacti and other desert plants nestled among paved paths in the state’s largest succulent collection.

Local dining experiences

Henderson’s food and drink scene is rich with variety, from artisan liquors to unique culinary experiences:

• Ethel M. Chocolates offers self-guided tours and private tastings of the finest locally-made chocolates.
• Las Vegas Distillery has local artisan bourbon, whiskey, and vodka that visitors are sure to enjoy.
• Henderson’s best restaurants can help visitors find their new favorite dish, from Kosher delis and Korean barbeque to vegan hot dogs and pizzerias.