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Community Amenities & Lifestyle

Community Amenities and Lifestyle at The Heritage at College View in Hastings, NE

Discover the perfect place for your loved one to receive the quality care they deserve at The Heritage at College View in east Hastings, NE. Through the doors of our community,  you’ll hear joyful conversations amid the soothing sounds of the bubbling fountain in the courtyard, see artwork and movie posters reminiscent of past decades gracing the walls of common areas, and feel a sense of belonging everywhere you turn. Around every corner, you’ll find outstanding amenities that provide our residents with everything they need to feel at home. Some of our features include:

  • Beautifully landscaped, secured outdoor courtyard
  • Secure outdoor courtyard dedicated to memory care
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily in our full-service, restaurant-style dining room
  • Daily snacks and beverages
  • Private dining room for social gatherings
  • Weekly housekeeping and laundry for sheets and towels
  • Recreational trips and activities
  • Religious services in our on-site chapel
  • Transportation available with a chairlift
  • Personal 24-hour safety pendant call system
  • Accessible and attentive care team on-site 24/7
  • Small pets welcome in our pet-friendly community
  • On-site community spaces, including a library, movie theater, and coffee shop
  • Salon and barbershop
  • Exercise facilities and classes


We will take the time to get to know your loved ones personally to understand how we can use the resources at our disposal to make them feel most at home, whether they’d like to reserve a community room to attend their weekly religious service virtually or want to see their prized cookie recipe make its way to the kitchen. Here are some of the specific amenities offered in each of our living options:

Activities at The Heritage at College View in Hastings

Residents will never have a shortage of activities and events to add to their agendas, and they will constantly be presented with opportunities to build authentic connections with one another. Imagine your loved one gazing through our donated stained-glass windows in our chapel during mass before meeting you for a friends and family cookout right here on our premises. From making unique treats on themed activity days to venturing out into Hastings on scenic van rides, we want every day filled with moments of happiness and enjoyment.

There’s something for every personality type, from the socialites to the bookworms. Check out our events calendar to see what we’ve got planned this week!

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Local Attractions

Near The Heritage at College View in Hastings, NE


As a cozy Midwestern town, Hastings, NE, is the perfect place to stop and smell the roses while still having speedy access to everything you need to live comfortably. Our community is bordered on one side by a stunning tree line with animals abound and on the other by the track at Hastings College. No matter where your window points, you’ll never have a dull view. We encourage you to take advantage of our town’s wonderful offerings:  enjoy classical music at the Hastings Symphony Orchestra, home shopping at Seasons Downtown, and visit Nebraska’s treasured Hastings Museum.

When you come up to visit, you’ll have no shortage of charming experiences here in humble Hastings. Enjoy an excursion through nature at Heartwell Park, shop local businesses in downtown Hastings, and support the arts by seeing a show at Hastings Community Theatre.

Are you wondering where to enjoy a meal with your loved one? Aside from our culinary team’s expertly crafted cuisine, we recommend munching on burgers at Barrel Bar, enjoying a sandwich on freshly baked bread from Big Dally’s Deli, or snacking on southwest-style tacos at El Toro. No matter where you head, you can share invaluable moments with your loved one.

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