We are incredibly honored to share that AmanaCare has been voted #1 in the Lincoln Choice Awards for Home Health Care.

This recognition means so much to our team, not because of the award itself, but because of where it comes from: the people of Lincoln. The families, clients, caregivers, and community members who trust us every day are the reason we do what we do.

A Community-Driven Honor

Our founder, Kathleen Horsley, shared it best:

“We’re honored to be voted #1 in the Lincoln Choice Awards for home care. At AmanaCare, our faith-based mission and dedication to hiring the best caregivers define who we are. Thank you for voting and trusting us with your loved ones.”

That trust is something we never take lightly. It’s what drives every decision we make, from who we hire to how we care.

What Makes AmanaCare Different

AmanaCare is a faith-based, family-owned, Nebraska-focused home care provider.

We believe care is more than tasks, it’s about people. That’s why we intentionally hire only a small percentage of caregiver applicants. Our recruiters follow one simple rule:
Would we trust this person to care for our own family?

Because of that, our team is made up of caregivers who lead with compassion, integrity, and excellence.

The Care360 Approach

At the heart of everything we do is our Care360 model, which focuses on the whole person:

• Community & Family Connection – Keeping clients connected to the people and relationships that matter most 
• Active Body & Mind – Supporting physical movement and cognitive engagement 
• Spiritual Well-Being – Honoring each individual’s faith journey and offering encouragement 
• Home Safety & Stability – Ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for long-term independence 

This approach allows us to go beyond basic care and truly support the full well-being of every client we serve.

Results That Reflect the Mission

We are grateful to see that our mission is making a measurable impact:

• Most clients begin care within 24–48 hours of referral. 
• 79% growth in reimbursable hours in 2025 
• 4.8/5 average rating across all five Nebraska locations 
• 92% of clients remain safely at home long-term 
• Strong caregiver retention leads to low call-off rates and consistent care. 

These numbers represent something deeper—people being able to stay in their homes, surrounded by familiarity, dignity, and support.

A Team Effort

This award belongs to our entire team.

CEO Erich Nickman shared:

“I am amazed and humbled that AmanaCare won best of Lincoln. While we receive this award with gratitude, we know there are always areas to improve, and we’re excited to keep growing as a team.”

Our Executive Director, Jenny Laschanzky, added:

“We are honored, humbled, and more motivated than ever to continue serving this amazing community with love, dignity, and excellence.”

And from within our Lincoln team, Scheduling Coordinator April Finnell shared:

“This recognition reflects the incredible caregivers and team members who give their all every day, along with our clients and families who trust us with their care.”

From the Heart of Caregiving

Perhaps the most meaningful perspective comes from our caregivers – the ones showing up every day in homes across Lincoln.

One of our Lincoln caregivers, Brenda, shared:

“It is my honor to be a part of AmanaCare… we are providing compassion and friendship with every visit. It doesn’t feel like work—I’m spending time with friends and helping when I can.”

That’s what care should feel like.

A Personal Mission

For our Marketing Director, Heather Schanou, this work is deeply personal:

“As someone whose own family benefited from in-home care – when my mom needed support in 2023 – this work is incredibly personal to me. Thank you for trusting us.”

This isn’t just a service. It’s a calling.

Looking Ahead

Our COO, Tim Martens, summed it up well:

“It’s an honor to care for the aged and disabled in Lincoln and throughout Nebraska. Thank you for your trust… and go Huskers!”

Thank You, Lincoln

Being voted #1 is an incredible honor—but more importantly, it’s a reminder of the responsibility we carry every day.

To continue showing up.
To continue improving.
To continue caring with heart.

From all of us at AmanaCare: Thank you for trusting us with what matters most.

If you or someone you love could benefit from in-home care, we’re here to help.

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The word Amana means “faithfulness, loyalty, constancy, devotion, integrity, trust.” It also means “support, confirmation; a guardian.” At AmanaCare, our goal is to confirm the inherent value of our clients and to support them through their unique circumstances. By providing constant, reliable care tailored to each person, we seek to be the guardian that they and their loved ones can trust. Every person is a unique gift from God, and therefore care is not one-size-fits-all. We craft our care plans to assist with your specific needs, the way you want them done. We set your care plan according to family needs and help you remain an active member of your family and community.

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