Kearney Manor sits at 2715 Avenue I in Kearney, Nebraska, and serves seniors aged 62 or older or folks with disabilities, and it's got 118 public housing apartments managed by the Kearney Housing Agency, which means the building has some rules to make sure everyone gets fair treatment, including clear policies for who can live there and how the waiting list moves along, and when folks move in, rent includes utilities and is set at 30 percent of their adjusted gross income, which helps with budgeting. The apartments are energy efficient and come ready for cable, with heat pumps and tankless water heaters, and the staff makes sure maintenance, lawn care, and snow removal all get done, so daily living is a little easier, and with staff available 24 hours a day, folks can get help when they need it, whether it's moving from a bed to a wheelchair or handling an emergency at any hour.
People who need extra support can take part in assisted living services, which include help with the day-to-day, such as diabetes management, incontinence care, and help for those who can't walk, and meals come prepared and are focused on nutrition, which can be nice for those wanting to avoid the cost and hustle of making food each day. Common indoor spaces and a community room let residents gather for cards, bingo, dominoes, movies, and even Wii bowling, and a tenant association helps set up monthly social events, while outside, there's a connection to the KHA Community Garden so folks can plant vegetables or flowers during the summer-another chance to stay engaged.
Kearney Manor supports independence, but if someone needs transportation or wants to join in devotional activities or go offsite, those opportunities are here, too. There's some technology help, with a computer available at the EBW Pavilion and classes for those looking to send emails or make cards, and each week a cosmetologist comes by for hair and grooming appointments, though residents do pay for those services. Animals are allowed, so pets can stay with their owners, and regular activities try to support movement and healthy habits, aiming to keep life social and interesting for everyone who lives there.
