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Arbor Grace Wellness Center

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

1241 W Marshall Howard Blvd, Littlefield, TX 7933980 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
5.0/5

based on 26 Google reviews

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4
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4/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
  • High staff turnover (54%)

Below average in Texas · Critically understaffed (RN) · $44,434 in fines

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice if you are looking for a rehab or nursing environment that is actively improving its standards of care. The recent change in management appears to have directly addressed previous issues with organization and communication, though you should verify the current status of the rebranding from Arbor Grace to Sunset Valley.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

26 reviews analyzed
Families can expect a facility undergoing a significant positive transformation under new management, with multiple reviewers highlighting improved organization and a warmer atmosphere. While the staff is widely praised for being compassionate and attentive, some reviewers specifically note that the facility was recently purchased and rebranded from Arbor Grace to Sunset Valley.

Quality Themes

FoodN/AStaff10.0Clean9.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms8.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Effective new leadership and management
  • High-quality rehabilitation and therapy services
  • Clean and well-maintained environment
  • Welcoming and supportive community atmosphere

Rating Trends

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Distribution

5
21
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
0
14 reviews posted between Feb 12, 2026Feb 13, 2026 · 14 were 5-star
11 reviews posted between Mar 5, 2026Mar 6, 2026 · 11 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

8%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I've heard wonderful things about the new leadership team here; how has their recent arrival changed the day-to-day culture of the center?
  • 2The nursing staff receives so much praise for being compassionate; how do you ensure that level of attentive care remains consistent across all shifts?
  • 3Since the facility is so well-maintained and clean, what specific protocols do you have in place to keep the resident living areas looking their best?
  • 4What is the process for managing medical emergencies or sudden changes in health during the overnight hours?
  • 5Could you tell me more about the rehabilitation and therapy services available for residents looking to regain their strength?
  • 6What kind of daily activities or social events are planned to help residents stay engaged with the community atmosphere?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The new leadership has clearly brought a renewed focus on organization, communication, and overall patient care. It is encouraging to see improvements that support both residents and staff.

Resident/Family member · 2026★★★★★

Great employees there at Sunset Valley! (It used to be called Arbor Grace but was recently purchased.) Eric (over operations) and Brianna (over nursing) are super helpful and easy to talk to.

Frequent visitor/Family member · 2026★★★★★

The staff feels more energized, communication has improved tremendously, and the overall atmosphere is warmer and more certainly more welcoming than ever.

Resident/Family member · 2026★★★★★
Source: 26 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.20hrs
27%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
2.77hrs
68%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
55%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures

Medicare Rating
1/ 5
Better Than Avg

4

measures

Worse Than Avg

9

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility29.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
29.9%
US
14.4%
TX
16.1%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility29.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
29.1%
US
19.4%
TX
14.2%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility83.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
83.9%
US
93.4%
TX
96.9%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
TX
2.5%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility26.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
26.8%
US
15.3%
TX
14.9%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
20.9%
US
15.4%
TX
9.4%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility38.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
38.8%
US
81.8%
TX
89.2%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
TX
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

10deficiencies
3penalties
Above state avg (9.1)
18 complaint-triggered
$44,434 in fines

This facility has significant ongoing quality concerns, with families filing reports that triggered 18 of 42 deficiencies across multiple surveys. The most recurring problems involve nursing staffing shortages, care planning failures, and infection control issues, with additional concerns about abuse reporting and wound care. While all violations show correction dates, the persistent pattern of complaints and repeat deficiencies in critical care areas suggests families should carefully evaluate this facility's ability to provide consistent, safe care.

Feb 26, 2026Routine
14
0030ModerateCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

0353ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0576ModerateCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.

0585ModerateCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

0692ModerateCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0803ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0812ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0321ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0351ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0761MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0880MinorCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0926MinorCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Have policies on smoking.

0923MinorCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0577MinorCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Dec 22, 2025Complaint
1
0740MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Jan 15, 2025Complaint
1
0880ModerateCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Nov 22, 2024Routine
7
0355ModerateCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0812ModerateCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0550MinorCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0684MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0727MinorCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

0761MinorCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0222MinorCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Aug 26, 2024Complaint
2
0580SevereCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

0686SevereCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Jun 5, 2024Complaint
4
0655MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

0656MinorCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0689MinorCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0727MinorCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Aug 26, 2024

$15,944

Fine

Aug 29, 2023

$28,490

Payment Denial

Aug 29, 2023

1-day denial

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Pdm Operators LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Management Company

PARAMOUNT HEALTHCARE CONSULTANTS, LLC

Administrator

DIANA M RIOJAS

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Paramount Healthcare Consultants

Chain Size

14 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.0/5 · Rank 1 of 1

Ownership & Management

Owners

Smith, Dawne

Owner

100%

Sheppel, Russell

Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf

Smith, Bradley

Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf

Key personnel

Littlefield Smith, LLC5% or Greater Mortgage InterestSheppel Littlefield, LLC5% or Greater Mortgage InterestSmith Family 2001 Trust5% or Greater Mortgage InterestThe Russell M. Sheppel 2010 Separate Property Trust5% or Greater Mortgage InterestRiojas, DianaManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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